Posted by
Cindy of TX on Tuesday, September 30, 2008 7:58:58 PM
In her GOP convention nomination acceptance speech, Governor Palin raised all our hopes with these lines:
"I’m not a member of the permanent political establishment. And I’ve learned quickly, these past few days, that if you’re not a member in good standing of the Washington elite, then some in the media consider a candidate unqualified for that reason alone. But here’s a little news flash for all those reporters and commentators: I’m not going to Washington to seek their good opinion - I’m going to Washington to serve the people of this country."
The media had already pelted some heavy ammunition at her at the time of this speech, but she likely had no idea how much more was still to come...or how true was her assessment about being a Washington "outsider".
I call "Truth or Dare" on Governor Palin and the McCain campaign as the Vice-Presidential debate approaches on Thursday. I think most of us Palin supporters out here on "Main Street" or in the "Heartland" or in "Flyover America"...whatever term you choose to use to describe us...are crossing our fingers and wishing on stars that she meant what she said that night at the GOP convention. Please, Governor Palin, please take "truth" on this: show us that the opinion of the reporters and commentators is not the good opinion you seek. Prove to us that you understand that we do not really care if you know all the ins and out of the U.N., we KNOW it is not our friend and is not looking out for us. Demonstrate in this debate that you have the essentials we know are important to leading this country: common sense, conservative principles, steadfastness, management experience, good judgement, and proper comportment. Show some faith in us. We understand that the executive branch of government comes with a good deal of expert help - and we expect President McCain and his staff will choose wisely in this regard.
If you choose the "dare" side of this challenge, I fear the outcome. Daring the media to call you the winner of this debate is a foolish risk. Playing their game will suck you into a losing gambit, and set you up for a fall. Better, in this supporter's eyes, for you to take the "truth" side of this challenge for the debate. Seek OUR good opinion. We want to see that you understand who WE are. If you have faith in us, you will win our faith in you.
Truth? Or, dare?
All the best to you in this debate. Go get 'em!