As I watch the debate I just have to say a few things… a snippet if you will of my liberal rant to come-
- Palin staring at the camera trying to “address” the American people. It’s all tactic. Joe Biden had nothing to prove and spoke directly to the moderator. I appreciate that. He had nothing to hide while Palin was all about the fake “I’m right there with ya” just look at my hockey mom haircut, and Tina Fey glasses.
- How do we win a war? Honestly? Some might say that it’s when Iraq can govern itself in a Democratic fashion. But is it? This is a country that has never been politically sound. We can impose our imperialistic beliefs on a country all we want, but that won’t make them politically sound. Is it bad to say- sure we went in for a good reason but now it’s time to leave a losing battle? I call that responsible and taking accountability for actions.
- Ummmmmmmmm (long pause)
- Dear Sarah Palin, you aren’t in Alaska anymore. Stop talking about it. I understand that your experience is limited to 2 years as a governor of a tiny as shit town but you’re on the national stage now. Get some speech lessons and stop speaking to people like they are 5 years old, “you betcha!” “Goshdoggit.”
- If I hear the word “maverick” one more time- I’m going puke. Biden has done an excellent job of rebutting everything Palin has said.
- I want to like Palin. I wish I liked her. But she’s just so irritating. I understand the appeal she could have… the THOUGHT of her is nice- a middle class, hockey mom, lots of kids, she’s good looking, she speaks around the questions well, and she does have a nice quality where she seems like she’s trying to talk directly to the mom and women- but if you actually listen to what she says she doesn’t actually say ANYTHING!
- Biden brought up his family. And how his wife and daughter died. That felt actually sincere. Especially compared to the rehearsed “mom talk” of Sarah Palin. She uses her family as a crutch AND as a platform. What a crock of shit. She tries so hard to have the appeal of the mom thing.
Now more than ever I am completely 100% sure of my vote next month. Obama/Biden ’08!!!! Though I am still secretly hoping Hillary will get a chance at VP spot last minute. A girl can hope right?
I shall quote Any Poehler, when I say, “I invite the media to grow a pair. And if you can’t, I will lend you mine.” You betcha!
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I missed the debate last night to go to the local county fair with my niece and nephews… I did get home right before it was over, but didn’t actually see any of the debate part. I probably wouldn’t have watched it anyways though, because I really can’t stand to hear Sarah Palin speak!!
By Cereal Dieter on 10.03.08 9:51 am | Permalink
Welcome back! I was starting to feel like the ultimate stalker checking your blog every day for a new post. Thank you for reminding me that I am NOT Duckie.
Oh, the debate. I was more interested in the political analysts who spoke after the debate. Interestingly enough, the conservative folks were all “Well, she did a good job of increasing confidence in Sarah Palin, but not in John McCain”.
Really, all she has to do to increase confidence was not to drool on stage.
I’m like you, I really want to support her as a woman, as a person whose pulled themselves up by the bootstraps and all the crap. But the truth is, I don’t relate to hockey moms. At all. No matter where they’re from. I don’t relate to people, who in their professional lives, talk like the cast of “Hee Haw”. I don’t relate to someone who can’t just say “I don’t know, but I will learn.” I don’t relate to someone who thinks Britney Spear’s 55-hour marriage is more sacred than Melissa Etheridge’s 5-year relationship.
The truth is, no one is qualified for the job, ever. There is no stepping stone to the presidency. But anyone in that position should be able to recognize their weaknesses and surround themselves with people who are stronger in those areas. The president should be able to think on their feet and not relay on a 2-week sequestion to get them through a 90 minute interview.
But that’s just me.
By thecoconutdiaries on 10.03.08 11:49 am | Permalink
Clearly, I can’t be president because I can’t spell today.
By thecoconutdiaries on 10.03.08 11:50 am | Permalink
now now… there’s no need to spell or speak to be president! Just say nuke-u-ler and you’re all set. I thought we’d finally be past that crap when Bush was out of office… but nope here goes another 4.
And I’m totally with you on the marriage thing. I think the heteros did a pretty good job at destroying the sanctity of marriage all on their own. god forbid we let others in on that.
ugh…
Thanks for the stalking. I actually encourage it.
By MsCatalysta on 10.03.08 12:26 pm | Permalink
Palin was all about the fake “I’m right there with ya” just look at my hockey mom haircut, and Tina Fey glasses.
People who tout her “realness” as part of her appeal have GOT to be kidding! Was there anything real about her performance last night? Other than we are going to be REAL screwed if she and McCain get into the White House. Don’t flirt with me. Certainly don’t wink at me! And you know what? When grading my students’ papers and presentations I deduct points for not using cliches, jargon, and informal language. Palin, your speech would not have received a passing grade in my class.
Get some speech lessons and stop speaking to people like they are 5 years old, “you betcha!” “Goshdoggit.”
Aren’t the people who say “she’s just like us! offended that she’s talking down to them. She implies that they are too stupid to understand professional, straight to the point, clear cut answers. I find this “Aw, shucks!” mentality highly offensive. The American people are not children! If we send this horrible duo to the White House, we should be sent to our foreclosed homes without any supper.
Biden has done an excellent job of rebutting everything Palin has said.
He even pointed out some of her lies. But for some reason, that’s not resonating with some people. You know what is? Stories about soccer moms. You would think people used to being around children and people who display childlike and immature behaviors would be able to tell when someone is lying or has something to hide.
but if you actually listen to what she says she doesn’t actually say ANYTHING!
I would respond to that but I’m a maverick and I don’t have to do answer anything that’s not on my cheat sheet. And I know that there’s no follow up question so I’m going to continue to obfuscate my answers.
She uses her family as a crutch AND as a platform. What a crock of shit. She tries so hard to have the appeal of the mom thing.
Do you think she would wear high-waisted Mom jeans in the White House?
By Dingo on 10.03.08 7:58 pm | Permalink
I couldn’t agree more about the nauseating qualities embodied by the Anti-Woman – or about my shared enthusiasm for team Obama/Biden! Have you thought about voting early? I have all the info and would love to run downtown and do it. Could be a fun late afternoon roadtrip sometime this month…
By Lara Kretler on 10.07.08 5:18 pm | Permalink
Man, I am so-fraking-sick of Sarah Palin, Republicans et al, and so-fraking-glad I don’t live in America.
I can haz election now?
By Foz Meadows on 10.14.08 8:14 am | Permalink
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