I say we have a GF video debate. The bottom line is that politicians are rarely elected because of experience. Bush is a great example and look where we are as a nation. However, I think you have missed the point of Palin's inexperience. Obama has Biden to rely on. You would agree Biden has the experience and certainly foreign affairs experience, right? If something happens to McCain and Palin becomes President, are you truly comfortable with her protecting this Nation. Going against oil compannies is a hell of a lot different than fighting wars. Running a state with a 670k population is a lot different than being the most powerful person in the world. She sounded like a giddy "soccer mom" during her speech and totally unprepared for this job. What is a "snow machine racer" anyway? She loves to kill moose and eat moose burgers. WTF? I know, she has an 80% approval rating in Alaska! So what. I have an 80% approval rating on Green Faucet which has more viewers than the number of people in Alaska. Perhaps I should be VP. She told your hero Larry Kudlow when asked if she would consider being McCain's running mate that "first, someone has to tell me what the VP does."  If you watch the video closely, I dont even think McCain looks comfortable with this pick. Not surprising considering he just met her.

I think the "unwashed granola" comment is funny. However, I dont think you want to get into a debate about the demographics of each party. One word: Evangelical. Enough said.

Aside from the inexperience issue, Palin is against abortion even in cases of RAPE and INCEST. Are you kidding, Chip? I realize fiscal conservatism is important to you but some issues are a tad more important than your pocket book. God forbid any of us has a daughter who is raped and becomes pregnant. Would the money you save in taxes be worth your daughter birthing a child from a rape? Come on...

Does anyone think Palin looks and sounds like Elaine from Seinfeld? Thought I would end on a lighter note... RTH