She doesn't believe that human activities are causing global warming, she believes creationism should be taught in science classes and she has no pre-existing interest whatsoever in foreign affairs. That's just for starters. This nomination seems like a continuation of the glorification of incuriosity and trumpeting of faith over reason that started with Bush II.
I agree with your assessment that choosing Palin was a really brilliant move on McCain's part. I'm afraid her terrible opinions will actually matter very little: I'm not aware that elections are ever a rational process? :) Looking at tv here, she's playing the "democrats are uncaring elitists" card pretty well.
ReplyDeletebtw, about the oil: her husband works for BP apparently.
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ExileD Online has a writeup about Palin
ReplyDeletehttp://exiledonline.com/sarah-palins-big-sleazy-safari/