Palin's backing pays off

The Politico ^ | June 9, 2010 | Andy Barr

[Al B.]

That said, his endorsements NEVER (I repeat, NEVER) had the kind of influence that Sarah Palin’s have had. Not when he was Governor or during his interregnum or when he was President or after he was President.

If she had pulled Cecele Bledsoe over the line in Huck's backyard last night, it would have been Ripley's believe-it-or-not stuff. Bledsoe got 13% in the primary and made the runoff by 158 votes. She went from 13% to 49+% in the runoff. Incredible stuff.

[Clyde5445]

Sarah Smoked Huck and Check mated Mittens all in one nite. Sarah has also put some would be governors in a very difficult position as well.

[gunsequalfreedom]

First, if I came off snide, that is my fault. In my heart I know there are very intelligent people in this forum, and in your case, very experienced people.

As for me being a fan, I have few heroes. I'm not very emotional that way. I'm just as happy to challenge the thinking of even someone I think is generally on the right track.

If you have not picked up from my posts, the GOP needs some adjustment. There are core conservative principles that can't be ignored. To the extent Palin is abandoning those, I will find fault with her. At times, my comments in that regard may be overstated but so is blind cheer leading.

[gunsequalfreedom]

She's beating Obama by about 4-to-1. Why?

Because she would be a heck of a lot better than Obama. Next question.

[gunsequalfreedom]

First, the newbie label does not work with me. Save it. I’m quite sure I can hold my own with you on FR.

As for Reagan, or anyone else for that matter, I don’t blindly follow anyone. I’m under no illusions that anyone is perfect - except of course for the guy that put this show in motion.

[Scythian]

BREAKING:

Palin's influence on elections pays off big time, shows her power. Freepers then attack and destroy each other and Palin because none of the candidates are sinless.

[2ndDivisionVet]

"First, the newbie label does not work with me. Save it. I’m quite sure I can hold my own with you on FR."

Say what you will, you're a newbie, as I was once and everyone else was at one time, unless this is your 2nd or 3rd go-round? I've proven myself a conservative over the last four years, as I'm sure you will, or you won't be around long enough for it to be a problem. I'm sure you can hold your own, I was merely illustrating for you and the others that there is no "pure conservative" or perfect person, save for Christ Our Lord, and He's not running for office --- He's the King! Have a great day!

[Gargantua]

I was neither complaining nor arguing. Just making an observation. I replied on this thread so as not to run afoul of the silencing of religious free speech on the "religion" threads. Again, not complaining, just offering an ironically fact-based commentary.

My religion demands that I speak out when I see the faithful and the seekers being deceived by a false teaching. I suppose Biblical Christianity isn't afforded same deference as are other "religions," just as Christ told us it would be. Just commenting, not complaining or arguing.

I'm confident that a "Religion Moderator" would be sufficiently blessed with the discernment needed to tell the difference. Have a nice day.

;-/

[Religion Moderator]

Click on my profile page for guidelines to the Religion Forum.

RF threads labeled "devotional" "prayer" "caucus" or "ecumenical" have restrictions. All other RF threads are "open" and are like a town square. Posters may argue for or against beliefs on "open" RF threads.

[SoCalPol]

This has to be perhaps the second time Politico has
had decent words for Sarah Palin

[unseen1]

don't forget the NM gov race last week before her endorsement the race was tied. After the candidate endorsed by her walked away with the win. then of course there is rand Paul, tim burns win in his primary etc etc. she is racking up the wins every week and her power is growing.

[unseen1]

Reagan’s biggest mistake was selected Bush as his VP

[Yossarian]

He (2DV) didn’t lie about Reagan, and he didn’t call him an abortion supporter either. He merely stated that Reagan was given information that made him choose the lessor of two evils.

Please point out where 2DV stated that - in any way - in his remarks leading up to your post.

[gunsequalfreedom]

Appreciate your clarification. No offense taken. Just keep getting hit with that label and it is a bit irritating. I’ll take it as friendly razing of the new guy instead.

[2ndDivisionVet]

Post of the thread award.

[thecodont]

Palin took a giant, probably dispositive, step toward the GOP nomination last night. She will win Iowa. She will win South Carolina.

That's because Sarah Palin carries a huge map of the U.S. in her head, and she sees every state at once.

[2ndDivisionVet]

Nope, I’ve been assured by ABC/CBS/CNN/NBC/NPR/PBS and NYT/WaPo/LAT that she’s a redneck moron that can barely read and just got plastic surgery or somesuch.

[Brices Crossroads]

Thanks. That is quite an honor on your threads. Keep up the good work.

[2ndDivisionVet]

You’re welcome and thanks for some great posts.