Why Palin Should Run

ConservativeHQ. ^ | December 2, 2010 | Richard A. Viguerie

[onyx]

‘Morning Joe’ Scarborough’s scathing piece on Sarah Palin in Politico, rather than discouraging a run by Palin for President in 2012, may have convinced more conservatives she should run.

Joe Scarborough’s stated concerns include how Palin drew a comparison between the disparagement of her and Ronald Reagan, which is a fair assessment by Palin, and her polite but firm retort to former First Lady Barbara Bush’s comment that Palin should stay in Alaska.

Sarah Palin is the Republican “it” girl right now because she yields no ground to establishment types, bluebloods, political consultants, media elites and all those who contributed to the political and moral deterioration of the Republican Party.

Palin was ahead of the curve in taking on the GOP establishment, which is why she is a Tea Party favorite. She is now what Ronald Reagan said in 1976 we needed in our leaders: those who are unfettered by old ties and old relationships.

If Palin were to run, even if she didn’t win she would unquestionably transform the GOP primary for the better. Her mere force of presence would require Republican contestants to address issues they otherwise wouldn’t -- in ways they otherwise wouldn’t.

In a time when the GOP teeters between returning to its constitutional small-government roots and remaining the party of Democrat-lite, Palin has a confluence of several appeals that most other prospective GOP candidates lack. Add to that her Tea Party credentials, and she’s hands-down a bigger big-tent prospective candidate than Mitt Romney, Tim Pawlenty, Newt Gingrich and others frequently named.

Most importantly, Palin is a boat rocker who isn’t afraid to say the Republican Party needs to move in a direction it hasn’t even debated in over a decade, and actually shrink the size of the federal government.

The best thing for the GOP may be a presidential primary field that includes not only Palin, but Jim DeMint, Mike Pence and one or two other conservatives who don’t toe the establishment GOP line.

Ronald Reagan’s biggest initial obstacles came from within the Republican Party itself. He didn’t become the transformational figure in the GOP we now know him to be based his first run for the presidency.

Reagan’s ability to lead by identifying issues of importance to people was remarkably similar to Sarah Palin’s. Those attempting to tear her down may be kicking up more than they bargain for.

Richard A. Viguerie is the Chairman of ConservativeHQ.

[onyx]

“A nightstick the size of a telephone pole and the muscle to wield it effortlessly.”



SARAH PALIN'S PING LIST

[vox_freedom]

From article:
Palin was ahead of the curve in taking on the GOP establishment, which is why she is a Tea Party favorite. She is now what Ronald Reagan said in 1976 we needed in our leaders: those who are unfettered by old ties and old relationships.

If Palin were to run, even if she didn’t win she would unquestionably transform the GOP primary for the better. Her mere force of presence would require Republican contestants to address issues they otherwise wouldn’t -- in ways they otherwise wouldn’t.

Excellent article, onyx.
Thanks for posting my FRiend.

[samtheman]

establishment types, bluebloods, political consultants, media elites and all those who contributed to the political and moral deterioration of the Republican Party

Excellent description of the soft underbelly of the Republican Party.

[factmart]

I want every Republican to run,especially Palin! May the best Woman Win!

[Candor7]

Srah Palin should run.She has the experience, ability, and views which would help our nation in a time of need.

Governor Sarah Palin’s Record:

1) 2010 Record:

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/master-list-of-governor-palins-2010-accomplishments/

2)2009 Record:

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/master-list-of-governor-palins-2009-accomplishments/

3)Gubernatorial Accomplishments 2006 – 2008:

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/gubernatorial-accomplishments-2006-2008/

4)Oil and Gas Conservation Commission 2003 – 2004:

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/oil-and-gas-conservation-commission-accomplishments-2003-2004/

5)City of Wasilla, Mayor 1996 – 2002

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/wasilla-mayor-1996-2002-2/

6) Wasilla City Council 1992 – 1996:

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/wasilla-city-council-1992-1996-2/

7)KTUU Sportscasting 1987 – 1992

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/ktuu-sportscasting/

8)Commercial Fishing Accomplishments:

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/commercial-fishing-accomplishments/

9)Athletic Accomplishments:

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/athletic-accomplishments

10) Hunting and Subsistence Fishing

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/hunting-and-subsistence-fishing-accomplishments/

11) Marriage and Family

http://us4palin.com/accomplishments/marriage-family-parental-accomplishments/

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[Al B.]

A charter member of the Reagan Revolution on Palin:

"She is now what Ronald Reagan said in 1976 we needed in our leaders: those who are unfettered by old ties and old relationships."

[GoCards]

So true. So true. You dont necessarily have to win but make a huge impact.

[Al B.]

Excellent description of the soft underbelly of the Republican Party.

Viguerie is no fan of the Washington wing of the GOP. From WaPo in 2006:

Richard Viguerie: Bush's Base Betrayal

[onyx]

vox_freedom!
You didn’t forget!
The thanks goes to Al B. I merely posted it for him, so thank you, Al B.!!!

[Al B.]

Getting ready to be gone, so thanks for doing this onyx.

[onyx]

Awesome list, beats mine!

10 Qualifications Sarah Palin Has Over Five Recent Presidents (Part One)

A History of Palin Accomplishments: Part 1, Wasilla City Council 1992 – 1996

A History of Palin Accomplishments: Part 2, Wasilla Mayor 1996 – 2002

A History of Palin, Part 3: Oil and Gas Conservation Commission 2003 – 2004

The Integrity Gap, Part I of III: Gov. Sarah Palin

[factmart]

Hey,Where is Pinthead or a mean Pissant(One of our token liberal democrat Troll)?

[PaleoBob]

Great stuff from Viguerie. Well-reasoned. That said, if she runs, she will win. No problemo.

[RedMDer]

she yields no ground to establishment types, bluebloods, political consultants, media elites and all those who contributed to the political and moral deterioration of the Republican Party.

Yes! Take the party back to its conservative roots where it belongs. Come on 2012.

[jessduntno]

“Sarah Palin is the Republican “it” girl right now because she yields no ground to establishment types, bluebloods, political consultants, media elites and all those who contributed to the political and moral deterioration of the Republican Party.”

This whole piece could have stopped right there and I think it would have summed it up pretty well - for me at least.

I have no fear about her becoming a GOP Hack. So far, she is clearly the most reliably Conservative and consistent personality we could ask for in a political race. And a down to earth, good human being is hard to find anywhere, let alone in the bullshit storm of politics.

My quibbles with her are so small at this point that I am very, very content with watching her run and seeing how she handles herself and I have seen no false notes. It’s been a long, long time since I could side with someone like this.

Vetting is done, no stone unturned and we know what we have. I don’t see anything that disqualifies her and I don’t know who else we have at this point in time that is more electable and with so much potential and about whom I have no fear what they may become, once elected ... I can’t imagine her morphing into a RINO. I just can’t.

[onyx]

I know. :(
I already miss you.

[onyx]

Exactly so!

I liked the term he used: she’s a “boat rocker.” You betcha!

[RedMDer]

I can’t imagine her morphing into a RINO. I just can’t.

Absolutely right. She is one of us, a conservative that is true to her core beliefs and can't change her spots anymore than we can.

[acapesket]

Go Sarah Go!