Pitbull

Sarah Palin, Sarah Palin, Sarah Palin. That is the name on everyone’s lips this past week and a half. Personally, I think McCain made a wise choice in selecting her for his running mate. Many have said that she will attract female voters, which may be true, but Palin also serves another purpose in this election. Prior to the announcement of Governor Palin as republican VP, nearly all the conservatives I know were less than enthusiastic about John McCain. Some were even considering not voting at all. Next to Obama’s charisma and enthusiastic speeches, McCain was simply unexciting. Many also argue that he is not a “real” republican. Two weeks ago I knew very few people who planned to vote for McCain because they liked him, and not because they disliked his opponent. One thing Sarah Palin seems to be doing, however, is make hesitant voters much more supportive of the republican ticket.

The “hockey mom” strategy she presented in her acceptance speech seems to be serving its purpose well. Not only have more women decided to support McCain, but people in general seem to like her and feel that she is “one of us.” Check out this poll I saw on Fox News. Apparently, out of McCain, Biden and Obama, Sarah Palin is considered “most likely to understand ‘the problems of everyday life.’” She is also a more conservative conservative than McCain, which has been good, too.

I like her. So far she seems like a very good choice, and if I were old enough to vote I’d probably give mine to McCain and Palin. I suppose we will see how it all plays out. Already questions have been raised about her character and family life, and experience. But the self-proclaimed “pitbull with lipstick” seems pretty tough, and I think she’ll do alright.