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Idaho born, Alaskan Grown, Idaho Graduate, Hot Governer, now Running Mate!!!
In my opinion you can't get much better than to have a mix of the Gem State and the Last Frontier! Perhaps I am biased since I fit into that category myself... But I am entitled to my own opinion. :)
For those of you who don't know who I'm talking about, take a few minutes and read about Sarah Palin, she's all over the news these days. Why? Because she's the new running mate for McCain. I'll have to be honest I don't follow politics much, and don't really know where McCain stands on a lot of issues, but my AK pride shows when it comes to Palin.
I have been impressed with her work in Alaska, she brings a fresh face to politics and isn't afraid to tackle the big issues. As a fellow sister in Christ, I feel a sense of connection with her, but I am also proud of one particular issue she supports.
Although she is against gay-marriage, she does support benefits for homo-sexual partners. Here's my stance on the issue, marriage basically boils down to being a religious thing for most people, and as such I don't think the government should decide how to do marriage.
Think of it this way: I am not a vegetarian, but I know a handful of people who are. To them, this is a moral issue, they don't think it's right for anyone to kill any animal. For me, it's a matter of what I'm craving, I don't have any morals against killing animals for food. I would be quite upset if there were any laws against the eating of tasty animals. Because that would mean someone else's morals were being imposed on me.
Now, gay-marriage. A moral issue for some, a matter of preference for others. I don't think it's right for the government to impose my morals on someone else. In the case of Alaska, I don't think you can get any more conservative a state. And Palin was against gay-marriage, as everyone would have expected, and as everyone before her had done---
BUT she supported benefits for homo-sexual partners. Now this is a huge step. If I remember correctly this is one that Alaska voted against, and I'm disappointed for that. But to me this is a wonderful way to offer support to people who may not have the same morals as other people do. I don't think they should be punished by not being able to have health insurance together or anything like that.
The way I see it, we should be able to have health coverage with whoever we want. If my best friend, my uncle, and my dog need health coverage together, why should they be stopped. If it's a mutually agreed upon arrangement why do we have to put restraints on anyone???
Well, first blog here, and just like my personal blog- I ramble. But I also love sparking a discussion. What are your thoughts on Sarah Palin? Do you think McCain made a smart choice for a running mate?
I have Alaskan Pride but I'm not voting for Palin.
She is inexperienced and naive.
How can someone honestly think that by being Gov. of AK brings you foriegn policy experience? She has stated that she's keeping an eye on Putin. She also said that because Canada is a border that gives her foriegn policy experience as well. Well I've lived in Alaska and Idaho which both border Canada, do I have foriegn policy expereince? She has no experience on a national level. What happens if McCain dies when he's in office? We are left with someone who hasn't had ANY national experience, let alone international?
Not to mention that as much as I love Alaska that being the governor there really doesn't give you much of an idea of America as a whole. It's very different up there.
Also she claims to be part of the average America; that she is middle class. I don't think so. She's a pampered stuck-up women that thinks that having lakefront property and a combined net income of over a million dollars is middle class.
Sorry I really don't mean to offend, but it just amazes me how people say Obama has little experience but compared to Palin he's practically over qualified.
Hi KeishaMarie,
Thanks for joining us at LoveCDA.com!
There's no need to apologize for an opinion that differs from ours. I appreciate the fact that you are willing to voice your opinion and engage in conversation about it.
In response to what you said and your reasons for it, I have this to say. It's not necessarily a rebuttal, just another point of view on why I like the choice of Palin.
I think it's great to have someone on any ticket who isn't such a lifelong politician. Granted, Obama doesn't have many years under his belt as a senator yet. But, if he doesn't become the next president, I imagine he'll attempt to spend many years in Congress. Of course, then there's Joe...in there since 1973. John McCain too...been there way too many years. The question of experience is always an interesting one to me. How does one gain experience in certain arenas if you are never given a chance? What could possibly happen? She would be frowned upon by a head of state? Hasn't that happened in the past with former presidents and vp's? Why is it different for her?
To me, it's refreshing to think that someone without all of the supposed "political clout" could possibly serve in such a high ranking position. Personally, I wish we could clean out the Senate and House altogether and start over with a fresh bunch of people who have never served a day in a political position. My guess is that we would see more accomplished (in the best interest of the middle class) in their first term than has ever been accomplished previously. Just a hunch...but I'd be willing to give it a shot!
I also think she does have appeal to the middle class in many ways. She may not necessarily be what average folks would consider middle class currently. But...she was, and not that long ago. Biden talks about "walking the streets of his neighborhood" in Delaware. Honestly...his walk is most likely on his estate or the Dupont's estate next door. That's not exactly "hanging out" with your constituents. :)Most of the politicians in DC are so far out of touch with their constituents that it's pathetic. I can't stand to hear them say that they are "acting in the best interest of the average citizen." What a farce.
We're in for a rough ride regardless of who is elected. Either way, the average citizen isn't not going to be pleased with the next few years here in the US. I'm not super gung-ho about either set of candidates.
Again, I appreciate your comment. It's going to be interesting to see what happens!
Tim McWhorter
www.McWriters.com
Thanks Tauni--and I don't think you rambled. For decades the Christian Right in their zeal to live the mandate provided by the Word of God have come across as less than loving. I really get what you are saying and believe also that we have the right to our own biblically based morality--but just as we have been given "free choice" to be Christ followers, we must extend it to others as just that, a choice. We may believe that it is the right choice for everyone--Christ died for all. We just can't force it. It is a huge responsibility to let our "life" speak louder than our often dogmatic theology. Tauni--your life speaks! Thank you for sharing!
I think McCain was extremely wise in choosing Palin. I was incredibly impressed when the announcement was made this morning. When I found out that Palin was born in Sandpoint and went to the University of Idaho, I was pleased even more!
The McCain/Palin ticket is suddenly of major interest to me. Not that I was leaning toward the Obama camp...far from it. :) Honestly, I have not been impressed with either candidate. But now, McCain has my attention.
Nice post Tauni.
Tim McWhorter
www.McWriters.com
I was very pleased with the speech by Sara Palin during the GOP convention last evening. I knew very little about her before, but I will be interested to see what she has to bring to the election. I like her spirit.
Elaine