Reaction to McCain choosing Palin as running mate
By The Associated Press, Associated Press
Reaction to Republican presidential candidate John McCain's selection of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate:
"Gov. Palin is a proven reformer who is a wise steward of taxpayer dollars and champion for accountability in government. Gov. Palin's success is due to her dedication to principle and her roll-up-your-sleeves work ethic and serves as a wonderful example of the spirit of America. By selecting a working mother with a track record of getting things done, Sen. McCain has once again demonstrated his commitment to reforming Washington." President Bush.
"Gov. Palin is an independent leader who has fought the special interests on behalf of the people of Alaska. The McCain-Palin ticket will appeal to voters across party lines." Sen. Joe Lieberman, I-Conn.
"Today, John McCain put the former mayor of a town of 9,000 with zero foreign policy experience a heartbeat away from the presidency," Adrianne Marsh, a spokeswoman for Democrat Barack Obama.
"Gov. Palin's views align with Sen. McCain's own stated position that human life is precious and must be protected. ... This selection by Sen. McCain is a very encouraging sign for his campaign." James Dobson, founder of the conservative Christian group Focus on the Family.
"I believe that in order to make government work better it must include both strong men and women. With this historic choice Sen. McCain has clearly shown his and the Republican Party's commitment to including every voice in our society." Rep. Candice Miller, R-Mich.
"Holy cow. I'm just kind of speechless on the whole thing." Chuck Heath, Palin's father.
"This is a bold and exciting pick that demonstrates the Republican Party is focused on the future and changing how Washington, D.C. does business. As an outsider, Gov. Palin has a solid record of making government work better, including fighting for landmark ethics reform." Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash.
"Certainly the choice of Palin puts to rest any argument about inexperience on the Democratic team and while Palin is a fine person, her lack of experience makes the thought of her assuming the presidency troubling." Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.
"I am pleased with Sen. McCain's pick for vice president. Gov. Palin is an outstanding, terrific pick for the job for the country, for the Republican Party and for the citizens we try to serve." Gov. Tim Pawlenty, R-Minn.
"On his 72nd birthday, is this really the one-heartbeat-away he wants to put in the White House?" Rep. Rahm Emanuel, D-Ill.
"Gov. Palin is a strong conservative with executive experience who has cut wasteful spending, opposed earmarks and shown courage in taking on corruption in her own party." Sen. Jim DeMint, R-S.C.
"John McCain has made clear from the start that he wants to change Washington and he proved it today by going as far away from Washington as possible in selecting his running mate. Eighty-eight years after our nation's women first gained the right to vote, this selection demonstrates how far our nation has come." Rep. Roy Blunt, R-Mo.
"They're (conservatives) going to be excited about this pick because here's an authentic person who believes and does what she says in her policy atmosphere and can authentically carry that message to the country." Sen. Sam Brownback, R-Kan.
"She will strengthen Sen. McCain's appeal to Reagan Democrats, and supporters of Sen. Hillary Clinton, who are looking for a president who has the experience and temperament to be commander in chief." Michigan Republican Party Chairman Saul Anuzis.
"She's tough, she's tenacious. I believe that she does have what it takes to get out there. Again, her ability to connect with voters and make a case is very, very, very strong." Paulette Simpson, of the Alaska Federation of Republican Women.
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How dare this ticket try and woo Hillary supporters! We supported Hillary because of her policies. Just because McCain suddenly appears with an unknown candidate who happens to wear a skirt and now we're supposed to contemplate whether we should switch over...in your dreams, John McCain! Couldn't he have found someone more qualified than a former gun toting beauty queen who just gave birth in April? Look up her name on any search engine and she has accomplished very little. There is no information on her. Hillary supporters will not vote for you, John McCain. I am horrified to think that you may just win and continue this downward spiral. My God... I hope people realize that there is no contest. Obama is brilliant and Hillary supporters will be proud to elect this remarkable candidate for president.
First off, thank you Montebello for seeing the light and NOT supporting John McCain and his failed policies. Second, shame on you John McCain!
Good to hear Montebellomermaid!
No one knows who Palin is in the national scene...I spoke with a colleague at my school that is a die hard Republican. And she defended the pick, but when I said that I can't intelligently criticize the pick because I had never heard of her before, she said that she had never heard of her before today either...
A professor of mine rightly said that women should feel offended, they are trying to place another woman (besides Hillary) on the ticket and claiming that she is the same, the tokenism symbolism is alarming.
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