February 08, 2010
The Palin Speech
I not a particular fan of former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. I am not a major critic either. She's a politician and I regard her with the same respect I have for most other politicians. Most people I give the benefit of the doubt. They are innocent until proven guilty or stupid. Politicians are an exception. I generally assume they are venal until they prove me wrong. Which really doesn't happen all that often.
I watched the Palin red meat feast at the Tea Party Convention and she did little to elevate herself - with the exception of one line. One line that was startlingly refreshing to hear from a major national political figure.
"All power is inherent in the people."
A politician who will say that will get my attention.
A politician who will say that, understand that and mean that would be worthy of something beyond distrust and disdain.
Is Sarah Palin that politician?
That remains to be seen.
Posted by: Stephen Macklin at 06:19 PM | Comments (1) | Add Comment
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