I agree with you about the Republican "brand", but it has been damaged by Palin who stated quite vocally that she would only campaign for "common sense conservatives" and then comes out swinging for McCain. She either is repudiating her own statement or she really thinks McCain is a "common sense conservative". She has not herself clearly stated which one is true, although the "bots" swear they know that she really doesn't support McCain in her heart but is backing him only because she "owes" him.
Isn't this what we're trying to get rid of, politicians supporting a position because they "owe" someone? Isn't this what Obama is doing, getting politicians to give their support because they "owe" Obama for favors given?
Palin, like everyone else, should stand by her convictions, not who she "owes".
Your “concern” is truly noted.
Palin, like everyone else, should stand by her convictions, not who she "owes".
I've been thinking a lot about this issue, and I understand that Palin may feel a certain obligation.
At some point, and in light of the way McCain treated her specifically and treats conservatives and conservatism generally, I don't think she owes McCain anything at all.
I understand loyalty, but loyalty to someone who is harmful to our freedom makes no sense at all. There is absolutely nothing in the world wrong with saying, "I know more now than I did then, and as a result, I can no longer support Mr. McCain".
At some point, those who want to lead us need to make it clear that they owe America more than they owe other politicians. If Palin can't see the damage that McCain has done and is responsible for, I question her judgment.
I question why quid pro quo with McCain is more important than electing a conservative to the Senate to help stem the erosion of our fundamental rights. The "you scratch my back & I'll scratch yours" mentality so many have has already done extensive damage to our nation.
I'm going to need answers to some of these questions before I can fully support Palin.