Of course being governor of Alaska doesn't conflict with parental duties. The legislature only meets 90 days a year. That's 275 days a year where a bill has zero chance of landing on her desk.

Also, her previous constituency, when she was Mayor of Wasilla, was smaller than Obama's State Senate District.

This is naked politicking.

This isn't my preferred VP pick, but it's a good pick nonetheless. A young, energetic straight talker with a hard work ethic and strong family values. She launched her career in small town America while Obama launched his in the living room of a domestic terrorist. I can live with that.

The Obama camp has nothing to stand on here. They can't argue about lack of experience, they can't argue about international issues because they lack this as well. Thi spick energizes the conservative base and puts the Obama camp on the defensive. Oh I can't want to hear what Biden says when he's off prompter.

Why is ABC making a point about McCain's age in every single report. Are they trying to focus the public on something?

Real subtle.

I wish my legislature only met 90 days a year.

As for a smaller constituency.... maybe it helps you get to know the people better.

She has more executive experience than Obama, Biden, and McCain. Good for her.

Jake, you're just jealous that MacCain picked a good VP candidate. Someone who's actually worked toward reform.
Meanwhile Biden's been in Washington for 35 years, has close ties to the failed credit industry and has surrounded himself with lobbyists (including his son!)
The "Change" ticket managed to look both inexperienced and part of the good 'ol boys network of Washington at the same time. Hilarious.

Joemama, McSame is older than Coca-Cola, that is the problem, if he wins these elections which is very unlikely, he has all chances to die in office, that is what people are afraid off. Age is a problem for McSame.

This is obviously SELFISH choice just to win the WH. He just put the country at greater risk, How will she run the country in case of big crisis with Iran, Russia if something happen to Mccain. oooh risky, think about it!

Question:

Was John McCain thinking about the welfare of the country when he selected Sara Palin to replace him as president, should it be necesary?

There's a lot more to being the mother of a special needs child than a breast pump. I hope her husband is around a lot to fill in the gaps.

So mccain picks another beauty queen with 1.5 yrs of executive experience and she's ready to be president?

This is a slap in the face to all women, and will shine the light back on race.

Country First?

No way, No how, No McCain

The time has REALLY come for the press to begin to cover what has long been whispered about John McCain. That he is not emotionally suited to be President. His temper and rash actions are well known. And this choice, considering his age and medical history are further evidence of this. Voters have every right to question if Barack Obama is experienced enough to be President. He, however, was chosen as the nominee by voters. Gov. Pallin was chosen by a 72 year old cancer survivor to be the next in line. Show me the sound judgment in that.

Hey PAULY, how will your boy Obama "run the country in case of big crisis with Iran, Russia", since he doesn't even have anyone in front of him to wait for!!!

Now THAT'S risky. Your experience argument is silly, and only shows how afraid of Palin you truly are. Sheesh... these libs must be scared to be throwing stones blindly in glass houses the way they are.

Some one struck a nerve. :) Way to go PALIN!

get over it obamabots. hillarys gone now so you dont need to bash others. its politics and this is how you play the game to win. your candidate isnt a saint, so keep your bad thoughts to yourself if you cant take the heat.

, How will she run the country in case of big crisis with Iran, Russia if something happen to Mccain

Pauly:

She could always ask Barak to go over and talk with them as he wants to do with Iran now, you know sit down, chat have some mint tea beat the current president to shreds explaining "we know that eveil man made you do this" and we as bad Americans, hated and despised are really just "good ole boys".

No big deal

Good choice, McCain.
I Love Gov. Palin.
She is no nonsense, in-touch with people, and capable.

The GOP is missing the point here. Obama doesn't NEED to attack Palin's lack of experience (even though her resume is thinner than his own). The very fact that McCain PICKED HER after spending months denigrating Obama's lack of experience shows POOR JUDGMENT on McCain's part, undermines all his past arguments against Obama and makes McCain seem like a giant hypocrite.

The Republicans are missing the point here. Obama doesn't NEED to attack Palin's lack of experience (even though her resume is thinner than his own). The very fact that McCain PICKED HER after spending months denigrating Obama's lack of experience shows POOR JUDGMENT on McCain's part, undermines all his past arguments against Obama and makes McCain seem like a giant hypocrite.

Obama has EARNED his spot by running for this office, voted onto this slot by the people.
This woman was just selected by the old gray haired dude with both feet on a banana peel.
Senator Obama has been in office longer than Palin, so the attempt at discrediting HIS experience is totally disingenuous.

Palin has a bs degree in journalism.
Obama has a degree in political science with a specialization in international relations, JD magna cum laude from Harvard Law, teaching constitutional law at the Univ of Chicago law school.

I can see how all that becomes equal.
Oh yeah, but we forgot one major factor. This is a major insult.

The republicans have me laughing all day..They think women are stupid. This women is not able to be run this country or be the vice president. Also how selfish a special needs child...breast feeding and running all over the United States...who do they think they are kidding..it is the Republicans running scared...thanks for your support..