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Palin Ties Miss California to Obama & Clinton
May 13, 2009 11:16 PM
ABC News' Teddy Davis reports:
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin (R) issued a statement Wednesday ginning up conservatives -- and creating discomfort for liberals -- by pointing out that Miss California Carrie Prejean, President Barack Obama, and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton are all avowed opponents of same-sex marriage.
Palin confirms in her statement that she spoke by phone with Prejean "soon after the attacks started." Prejean has found herself in the middle of a firestorm ever since saying publicly that she lost the Miss USA competition for telling contest judge Perez Hilton, a proponent of same-sex marriage, that she believes marriage is between a man and a woman.
The Alaska governor notes that she can relate to Prejean "as a liberal target" herself.
Here is the full statement:
"The liberal onslaught of malicious attacks against Carrie Prejean for expressing her opinion is despicable."
"Carrie and I spoke soon after the attacks started; I can relate as a liberal target myself. What I find so remarkable is that these politically-motivated attacks fail to show that what Carrie and I believe is also what President Obama and Secretary Clinton believe - marriage is between a man and a woman."
"I applaud Donald Trump for standing with Carrie during this time. And I respect Carrie for standing strong and staying true to herself, and for not letting those who disagree with her deny her protection under the nation's First Amendment Rights."
"Our Constitution protects us all - not just those who agree with the far left."
"Governor Sarah Palin"
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palin2012 impressed by this woman standing up for woman being trampled on just because they dont agree with the san francisco crowd home of polosi do you think she would stand up for her no way and what state is polosi in?right california
Posted by: i_dream_of_a_jeannie | May 13, 2009 11:36:03 PM
LOL.. and this is news.
Palin will do anything to get back in the spotlight.
And like she really writes her own comments.
I hope Palin runs in 2012, then its guaranteed the Reps will lose again.
Palin, the gift that keeps on giving.
But wait.. I need the reciept.. I don't like it and want to return it. I think I will exchange her for a bridge to nowhere.
Posted by: lm | May 13, 2009 11:57:09 PM
This is EXACTLY NOT breaking news Mrs. Palin ...
WE ALL knew this and the Donald and his queen were very adamant in their reminding us of this very fact yesterday in their faux press conference ...
I WILL reiterate HOWEVER that the President of the USA has YET to campaign AGAINST Gay Marriage which is exactly what dipsticks like Palin and the queen have been doing ...
Posted by: Blogger | May 14, 2009 12:14:59 AM
She didn't post this on her twitter page why?
Blogger you make no sense whatsoever. Obama clearly stated that he thought marriage should be between a man and a woman, so therefore that in itself is a statement against gay marriage.
Let's say I stated that every store clerk shouldn't ask for an id when anyone purchases alcoholic beverages,
Now, Why would I go out and campaign for guidelines that would mandate a store clerk to ask for ids?
Posted by: Daniel | May 14, 2009 1:46:07 AM
Making digs at Palin again? The liberals chewed her up and spit her out for how much her clothes cost then turned around and gave Pakistan 5 billion!
Posted by: R. Pfau | May 14, 2009 2:43:37 AM
Anyone who dares offer an opinion at odds with the politcally correct thought police find themselves under attack from the far left loons, whether they are TEA Party participants, Miss CA, or Sarah Palin. The loons have even decided that returning war veterans should be singled out as potential "right wing extremists." Essentially, what the far left has decided is that their real enemies are other Americans.
Posted by: greg | May 14, 2009 5:14:32 AM
This entire episode includes lessons for all sides. First, Palin and Prejean are both failing to recognize that their views are considered hurtful and offensive by a large percentage of the population. I didn't say a majority, so don't read into that, but certainly enough people to make this an issue, and they don't all live in San Fransisco. Don't miss the lesson with a knee jerk "but I'm an average American, and everyone is like me" response.
But the point is that the comments, while protected by free speech, are hurtful. A beauty pageant contestant is supposed to say "I want world peace," not sow discord and express what is considered by many to be a bigoted and hateful position.
At the same time, gay marriage proponents have to remember that they the pendulum has not suddenly swung the other way just because there is a Democrat in the White House. This is still a divisive issue within the United States. People need to be convinced that their position is right, not forced into accepting it or told to shut up.
Lastly, everyone has to remember that free speech is still a major building block of this nation. You simply can't say that other people have to shut up because you don't agree with them. We need more debate, not less, and more reasoned thinking with less vitriol.
Posted by: Study History | May 14, 2009 7:54:39 AM
Watch out - world, when Miss California USA Carrie Prejean travels - she's carrying a brand-new message - "Made in USA with Fake Breasts and Proud of It".
Y-A-K!
Posted by: get_down | May 14, 2009 7:58:58 AM
Who cares?
Posted by: JEC1950 | May 14, 2009 8:10:54 AM
Greg- I'm pretty sure it was the conservatives who said Dems were "unAmerican" and not the other way around. No one said the returning veterans were extremists. However it has been PROVEN that the crazy far right domestic terrorist organizations (think McVeigh) do try to recruit people with military experience. Also, many of those same organizations send their members into the military. It's a very small percentage, but it can't be ignored because we don't want to hurt some overly sensitive conservative. As far as Prajeen is concerned, as a liberal who DOES believe in the right for same sex couples to be recognized by the government (however, not the church), I applaud Prajeen for standing up for her beliefs even though she knew she would lose the crown. Perez Hilton and THOSE guys went after her. Most liberals can respect a difference of opinion. We don't respect ignorance and name calling however.
Posted by: Babel | May 14, 2009 8:18:27 AM
As the taxes we Americans are going to pay keeps building, It's looking more and more like the dems will be out, again. The voters knee jerk reaction to the economic downturn, was to follow the mainstream media, and blame Bush and the repubs. The attacks Palin had to deal with before, will pale in comparision to what the mainstream media will unleash if she runs again.
Posted by: mojo | May 14, 2009 8:25:03 AM
I never liked paline, but except for the fake breast M.S. California is hot
Posted by: KWOLF443 | May 14, 2009 8:25:12 AM
Oh no! Not Palin! lol...
Posted by: Scott | May 14, 2009 8:32:03 AM
Gov Palin is really scrambling to try to stay in the spotlight...even by promoting lies. Secretary Clinton and President Obama believe marriage is between a man and woman; however, they are not trying to push their beliefs on all Americans. They have not campaigned against same-sex marriage and in fact have promoted equality for all Americans, something that Palin and the "new" Republican Party have a hard time doing. Palin, Limbaugh, Cheney, McConnell, and the others are the best thing that could happen to America, because they expose to the world the true meaning of bigotry, moral vacuum, and challenged ethics.
Posted by: algwriter | May 14, 2009 8:33:59 AM
Good for Palin! Trump said himself that 70% of Americans believe a marriage is between a man and a woman.
Posted by: GoSarah | May 14, 2009 8:34:09 AM
when the majority disagrees with your opinion... you're going to be attacked by other peoples opinions...
people will defend their beliefs the right has no issues defending their rediculous self serving beleifs, and forcing it on the Ameircan public.
Posted by: Flip Floppin | May 14, 2009 8:37:57 AM
Hey lefties, 200,000 people out of jobs today from dealerships closing. What else has Obama done for you lately? Go ahead keep bashing Palin close your eyes to what the "One" is doing. 200,000 people losing their jobs in just one industry, how many others? Keep your liberal hate going, see where you end up.
Posted by: notanobamafan | May 14, 2009 8:43:34 AM
....people will defend their beliefs the right has no issues defending their rediculous self serving beleifs, and forcing it on the Ameircan public.
Posted by: Flip Floppin
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Funny, I got the impression that the left is trying to force THEIR beliefs on the American public, especially the gay community.
Posted by: dragoon70056 | May 14, 2009 8:49:41 AM
flip floppin, the majority does not disagree with Prajeen just the opposite and I find the left tries to push their opinions just as much as the right only if you dare disagree with the left they attack you and play dirty. How american!
Posted by: notanobamafan | May 14, 2009 8:50:01 AM
Oh, President Obama closing car dealerships? Oh well.....this is crazy. But anyway, on the topic of Palin, the uneducated, loose dumb one from Alaska never gives up the opportunity to ride on someone else's coattails on a topic. This woman is sad and sick. Who cares what your beliefs are on same sex marriages.....and since when has God died and left you the baton? Human Rights are a God given right, and it has nothing to do with how you prefer your 'sex'. Just another "hate" issue for the Republicans, they always has to have something to be angry with. Except it's misplaced anger.
Posted by: tychisum | May 14, 2009 8:54:03 AM
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