Posted on 09/09/2008 7:05:56 AM PDT by Schnucki
IF AMERICANS are hoping for the political equivalent of the roller derby between the Democrats' leading female voice, Hillary Clinton, and the Republicans' vice-presidential candidate, Sarah Palin, they're likely to be disappointed.
In her first campaign appearances after the conventions, in Tampa and Orlando, Clinton's response might have been: "Sarah who?" Palin's name passed her lips just twice in one speech, once in another, as she referred to the McCain-Palin ticket.
"Tell us about Palin," a man yelled at the event in Tampa on Monday evening, echoing the unspoken thoughts of most.
"I don't think this is what this election is about," Clinton responded coolly before resuming her speech urging her activists in the party, many of whom are still mourning her defeat, to consider the fundamental differences between the Republicans and the Democrats - and to take that message to the undecided voters of Florida.
The Democrats are desperate to reclaim the mantle of change and to tie the current economic mess to President George Bush and his friend, John McCain.
There are big differences, Clinton said. Barack Obama has promised a $US1000 ($1232) tax cut for the middle class. He has plans to dramatically extend health care, help on college fees and, unlike the Republicans, he would not privatise social security. And then there is the economy, stupid.
"Anybody who believes the Republicans can fix the mess they've created probably believes the iceberg will save the Titanic," Clinton said as she tried to cut down McCain's claim he is a change agent.
But will it be enough to puncture the cult of Palin, who remains the most talked-about figure in politics - except by Clinton.
At a press conference in Tampa, she artfully dodged the Palin questions six times.
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"Show me just what Mohammed brought that was new, and there you will find things only evil and inhuman, such as his command to spread by the sword the faith he preached." - Manuel II Palelologus
What successful change has 0be EVER accomplished? I want him to point to one.
What do you think Hillary is hopeing for here?
Democrats campaigning for office themselves are at a loss for words when Palin comes up, but the 80 to 95 percent of the print-and-microphone press who are Democrats have said plenty about Palin.
H! is trying to avoid having her head mounted to a plaque on the wall of Sarah’s office along with those Republicans from Alaska and now Obermench and Chrissie.
CNN, MSNBC, and even FNF was holding the line telling the democrat party to “keep the faith” in various ways.
Morning Joe had the Politico hack saying the electoral map is impossible for mccain/palin.
Probably that he trips and falls, whether she comes in now or in 2012. However I do believe she’ll kick Harry Reid to the curb in the next session and become Majority Leader.
ICE cold.
"Show me just what Mohammed brought that was new, and there you will find things only evil and inhuman, such as his command to spread by the sword the faith he preached." - Manuel II Palelologus
It’s hard to believe that Hillary has nothing to say about Sarah Palin.
Sometimes the subjects that aren’t discussed tell us certain things.
I’ve thought that Hillary is very mannish in her behavior and demeanor. And the asbestos pant suits aren’t exactly feminine.
Hillary may be a nasty socialist, but she ain’t politically stupid.
She know it’s best to go thru th motions and that Obama has already lost making her the ONLY strong nominee in 2012, something she wanted this year but is willing to wait for. In politics, waiting is a virtue, McCain waited 8 years to be President, she can wait four more to be an easier nominee next time.
This may not be forgivable in certain Dem circles.
She was sent out as the “attack dog.” However, she appears to be treating Obama as a fire-hydrant.
Visibility, but as something other than Obama’s lap dog.
RAINDROPS
Theres a lovely little girl
She’s many miles away
She’s a loving little angel
It’d break your heart to see her
Her presence would remind you
of Angels in the skies
And you bet I love that little girl
With the rain drops in her eyes.
Written by cowboy Frank Black to his sweet heart Annie Oaklie.
Exactly....No matter what Hillary says, she wants Obama to lose this election...He loses and his chances in 2012 are nil...Seldom is a previous loser ever re-nominated for a party(Nixon being being one that comes to mind)
Hillary will only do what is tokenly required.. Fauxbama loses and loses bad, she’s the 2012 nominee quickly. And that’s what she wants, there is no benefit for Hillary to put Fauxbama in the White House.
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