Saturday afternoon with Sarah

To the person who wrote Bully Rally....you like Palin better because Andrew posted someone online about this rally? That doesn't make any sense to me. Why don't you find out more about her.....like listen to her interviews....even consertives are questioning whether she is ready to be the VP. I don't think you must LIKE a person to determine if they will make an effective VP. And in regards to free speech.....well those at the rally were doing just that so I am not sure why you had a problem with that. If Dems. were really trying to turn your state into a libral state the would go about it in a much different and more effective way...as it is withouth them trying, Palin is helping the dems do exactly that the longer she is on the campaign trail with Mc.Cain.

Robert aka Megan Stapleton, I assume there can not be two folks this dillusional. The choice of words in the post is amazing - I almost think it must be tongue in cheek but perhaps not. 1. Spoiled Brats ? There are no two more spoiled brats than Todd and Sara. 2. Freedom from DC ? Sara is a complete shill for DC these days. Even bringing in the McCain thugs to lie and manipulate. 3. Hard Working Intelligent Folks ? I don't think this is the demographic Sara is going for with her silly repetition of shallow sayings, handouts and hiring of state employees in droves. 4. Making AK a Liberal State ? Sara and Todd Palin are the two biggest liberals and socialists we have ever had in our great State. You think she is conservative just because she says she is and because of her stand on abortion where she waffles whenever the crowd is liberal. 5. The local media has done everything they can to support the Palins because they support their Liberal mission and the destruction of the Republican party. All I can say is WOW - take off the Palin Colored Glasses and see the real world before Sara and Todd destroy our kids future.

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I've voted Republican for the past two decades, and have NEVER voted for a Democrat (Andrew got my vote as an Independent). I was in attendance at the rally because I believe truth and honesty in politics should trump party loyalty. I vote Republican but do not follow blindly. I'm absolutely disgusted by the behavior of the Republican party in recent months--it has got to stop! There were Obama supporters in attendance, as one would predict, but they had NOTHING to do with the rally. I know, I helped coordinate it, made phone calls for the group and DID NOT contact the Obama camp or the Alaska Democratic party. Sorry to disappoint you. If you were paying attention to the speakers you would have known the topic of abortion was never mentioned. It truly was about Troopergate and the subsequent actions by the AG and the McCain campaign's interference with Alaska government. Time for you to move on to another conspiracy, Jim.

and a Republican. This was about being an ALASKAN! Somehow some people just don't understand that.

The speakers you selected reveal the party behind your so-called bipartisan rally.

Nope, I'm not Jim Crawford. Never met the guy.

Nope. Sorry. You're allowed to be Republican and be dismayed at a Republican governor's leadership at the same time. You're even allowed to be pro-life and pro-McCain and still be profoundly disheartened by the antics of Palin, Palin, Colberg, Bailey, Stapleton, O'Callaghan, etc. You're even allowed to (gasp!) say it out loud and in public! The people I admire the most are those who dare to speak up and strive for the truth (thereby protecting the integrity of their party) rather than close ranks (essentially approving any unethical behavior) simply for the sake of their party. Unfortunately, Palin's actions have been the opposite of her words, and have pushed good Republicans to question the motives and the leadership of their party. Bottom line - it's way past time for the public to know the truth.

The rally wasn't about Troopers or the Dairy. It was about demanding that Governor Palin uphold her promise to Alaskans to provide open, honest and transparent government. It was about insisting that Governor Palin join us in demanding that the McCain Campaign removes itself and its influence from our state government. It was about getting rid of an AG that isn't working for the people he is supposed to represent. A lot of us are pissed off that McCain attorney Ed O'Callahan has taken over our Alaska Department of Law. And last, but not least, we are holding Governor Palin accountable and demanding that she cooperate fully with the independent investigation as initiated by the bi-partisan Legislative Council like she repeatedly said she would. Any questions?

I have a question for you. Do you ever get tired of being so dreamy? Really, does the full time job of being you ever wear you out? Sorry I couldn't attend, but here's a rule for the Super One. No food vendors, no Super Dave. You people start selling food at these things, and real food, not Tofu or rabbit food. Funnel cakes and real meat. JimAK can continue to see the state through Palin covered lenses, but I prefer to see things for what they are, AK Republicans willing to turn their backs on principle to cheer for the wonder girl. Sad.

You mean that wasn't you wearing the Nixon mask? Who did I kiss then?

Not a problem, Val. Were you wearing the Sarah mask?

Super Dave, I have completely written off Danny Boy & Andrew. However, when I listen to you on Dan's show, I get the impression that you possess a superior IQ. The investigation has snowballed out of control and yes it did so well before Sarah Palin was chosen VP and McCain's influence entered the picture. It is unfortunate that Sarah made some comments that are now being used against her but how someone like yourself with reasonable intellect can completely turn a blind eye to an out of control legislature makes someone like myself lose a bit of respect for you. For Sarah to naively throw herself before French would have been a disaster. You know that. I realize you believe she did something wrong but please, doesn't our legislature make you lose a little sleep? I remember your comment about sending the legislature some Viagra but I would expect to hear a little more from you about our legislature in regards to due process regardless of guilt or innocence. Its easy to be a sheep, lets see you rise above that and provide some real analysis.

Ano, my friend, I have tried to remain reasonable. I believed the Good Gov. when she was asked while serving hot dogs at a picnic about the process, that she welcomed it. I remained reasonable when more R's than D's voted for the investigation. I've even hurt my spine trying to be reasonable when I listened to her acceptance speech at the National Convention. But I lost my sense of reason, when the Good Gov, OUR Good Gov, turned the running of the state over to the McCain campaign, sent a very angry KTUU hack and former terrorist prosecutor out as a "truth squad", gave a guy $10,000 to shut up, and continues to claim to do things in Alaska that she has not. You said, "For Sarah to naively throw herself before French would have been a disaster." For the governor to allow this to spiral to point that it has is the disaster. Let me guess, and please, please be honest, you think she did well during the Katie Couric interview? She even sounded hollow during the Hannity love fest. I'm a capitalist, big military, small government, low tax, law and order sort of guy. When the Alaska Republican Party stopped being that when they nominated her, I stopped being a republican. Apparently because of this, I'm now a hater.

"But I lost my sense of reason, when the Good Gov, OUR Good Gov, turned the running of the state over to the McCain campaign" Your channeling this because of a few press meetings? It makes a good sound bite but come on, you don't sound like a very level headed conservative with hyperbole like that. You and Dan often talk about how bad it is to demonize people. I find it very hypocritical that both of you are doing that very thing to Meg. She was nervous, good God cut her some slack. I don't know her, just trying to be objective. "For the governor to allow this to spiral to point that it has is the disaster." What has caused this to spiral out of control is the unprofessionalism of certain Legislators supported by the liberal press. Why is it Super Dave that we are not seeing the same number of Republican Legislators in the Media talking about this? We mainly see Elton, French, Wielechowski and Gara. Please, don't tell me about Lyda and Jay. We all know about their dislike of Sarah. "you think she did well during the Katie Couric interview?" No, I do not. But then again, Obama didn't do well in the O'Reilly's interview. She's not a deity Super Dave, she's human and humans make mistakes. "She even sounded hollow during the Hannity love fest" I thought she did well, looked relaxed and made her points. "I'm a capitalist, big military, small government, low tax, law and order sort of guy" So am I however I also believe in due process and upholding our constitution wether or not the person is suspect of guilt. For someone like yourself to claim your a law and order sort of guy while turning a blind eye to her rights as a "person" is disingenuous. I really do believe you and Dan have become a "tool" of the very people you loathe. That my friend is sad.

Ano, I'm a small man in a big, big, world, but since we're comparing who's on the moral high ground, I'll give ya a little background on the Super One. (Yep, went 3rd person there.) I too, went to school for a broadcast sales, management, and PR degree. So, in regards to both Meg and the Good Gov, the 3 of us should be right at home on camera. Nervous? She's reading a statement that preprinted, takes no questions, (I think that's the role of the heavy standing behind her,) and stands there and smiles. And if you can't see the little game the "truth squad" is playing, I'll illuminate you. The argument, "partisan politics", doesn't work if Meg starts calling out Jay Ramras or any other republican that voted for the investigation. Ramras has spoken in public, as have other members that voted for the investigation. But of course, they're "haters", and have no credibility, unlike a Carl Gatto, a man steeped in wisdom and sound judgment. If your argument is "Look what Les Gara said", I'm hoping there's more. You said you're a capitalist? Good. Then we agree that AGIA is bad. You said you're a small government and low tax person? Good. ACES only works to grow the size of government and reduce investment in the state. We're both law and order folks? Good. Then explain to me how an employee who either lied or is telling the truth about representing the Good Gov and the first dude still has a job after a lengthy vacation. And I guess one final question, if you look down on Dan and Andrew, why do you post here, and listen there? Come on up on my Cross Ano, there's plenty of room...

"I find it very hypocritical that both of you are doing that very thing to Meg. She was nervous, good God cut her some slack. I don't know her, just trying to be objective." How many years did Meg Stapleton spend in front of a TV camera delivering the news nightly and you state she was nervous??? I don't buy that for a minute.

Jim, For the most part I enjoy your posts - they are the best examples of silly Palin loyalty but clearly you worship Todd and Sara no matter how much they damage our state and line their own pockets. However this post is just plain dumb. I went down and saw the protest and consistent with what the Palin loving KTUU reported counted between 900 and 1000 folks. There is much you can fudge and slant regarding the Palins but Math is Math. Maybe not to Sara, Todd, Meg, or you Jim but there will be an accurate count from pictures and I bet is in excess of 1000. Please keep posting - but while it is fine to keep shilling for Sara, there will be a payday for you if she wins I'm sure, please try to keep it believable.

Here's the deal: I dropped off my cleaning at Queens on C Street and then dropped of some pants to be hemmed at Chaes on N Lights. I went down on Minnesota and counted 16 sign wavers on the east side of I Street and 31 on the west side. I made a loop around on L Street, came back on 10th and parked in the Pioneers Home lot. I then walked over to count heads at the rally. A _total_ of 320, counting the aforementioned 47 out on the street. It was about 1:20 when I got back in my car. Gorgeous day. I didn't stick around very long since I was semi-legally parked at the APH. I got in my car and left and the funniest thing I saw was a yet another 35ish white woman in a Volvo SUV. She was arguing with a paving crew that had 11th blocked off - she wanted to drive down past the barriers and was yelling at them while the crew were shaking their heads no. She had a sign in the back seat that said something about obeying the law. I came home and went for a run. And, no, I won't make a dime of Sarah gets elected. I don't work for the party, don't have any kind of stake in this fight. Except the truth.

Keep to the facts. Facts? What exactly is that? What is your exact definition of fact? The rally was completely without a doubt an Obama lovefest and nothing else. Does it really matter? Do you really care that much? Why are they so angry? It is amazing to what lengths the angry hearts will go to, to be heard. Who wouldn't argue the fact that we have been basically abandoned by our ambitious Gov. and left to wonder about questionable behavior in the Palin Admin. Of course we are all extremely concerned, and want some answers. It has been an absolute, unbelievably wicked ride that we have been on and I wonder what is exactly in store for us. All of us. While the rest of us crave the truth as any rational person would, we may never get the real story. How can you possibly believe most of what you read? What you see on the news? Internet? Choose your news wisely.

Jim, You write well and I have tried to follow your logic in a whole bunch of posts but I can not begin to understand how in the world you think so highly of Sara and Todd Palin. It seems like you must be a relative or long time personal friend. Do you really believe these people are honest and looking after Alaska ? Sorry but I can not even fathom how intellegent people can not see the lies and self serving actions exhibited by Sara and Todd. I do understand how people still want to support McCain Palin because they are scared of Obama but we still have to be honest about the Palins and their shenanegans. You are free to use your name in your posts but most of us are not as we do not want the wrath of the Palin thugs coming down on us. Todd's reputation as a bully is well known and both the Palins are vindictive. Good luck Jim I enjoy your posts even though I couldn't disagree more.