McCain/Palin ???

[Pam]

Obviously this is a bit of a scandal otherwise it wouldn't be all over the news even in this day and age. Especially when you have taken the moral high road. Do I think its anybodies business, heck no leave the kid alone.

It's sad that it is even an issue. I couldn't help but think as I watched some of the coverage that this was just childish pure and simple to even mention it.

[Lady's Human]

The story from Gloucester about the girls getting pregnant made news because it was a pact between several high school aged girls to purposefully get pregnant. The school administration supposedly knew about it, and the reason it made national media was because the school admins did nothing about it.

Teen pregnancy has and will always be around, what differs is in how it is handled.

There is an article in Time about how the residents of Wasalia, AK view the "problem", and in their view it's a) not a big deal, and b) none of anyone else's damned business.

[caseysmom]

It's sad that it is even an issue. I couldn't help but think as I watched some of the coverage that this was just childish pure and simple to even mention it.

Yes it is definetely below the belt I think children are off limits. I don't think this will hurt her at all, good for her supporting her daughter through thick and thin.

[sparks19]

It's sad that it is even an issue. I couldn't help but think as I watched some of the coverage that this was just childish pure and simple to even mention it.

I agree. this has so little to do with the election itself and the candidates policies etc etc why is it even mentioned?

it could be worse. She could be out running around doing drugs and get involved in criminal activities. So she had sex and got pregnant... it happens. and she is stepping up and taking responsibility and it sounds like the father of this child is doing the same.

[pomtzu]

Here is what I do not understand... This woman is everything the womens liberation types want all women to be. Yet, now she is being derided for it. Can one of you ladies explain how it is all of a sudden a BAD thing to be a working mother?

I'm a lady and I don't think there is anything BAD about being a working mother - IF YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR THE JOB!!! Sorry, but Obama will get my vote based on the selection of Palin by Mcain. I don't think there's anyone out there that hasn't given the thought to the idea that McCain stands a very good chance of not even being around long enough to complete a whole term. Then what???? I don't know about anyone else, but I sure don't want to take a chance on Palin - I'm just not a gambler. She may have many good qualities and abilities, but being the leader of this great country isn't one of them. Ten or fifteen years from now might be a different story.

[Puckstop31]

I'm a lady and I don't think there is anything BAD about being a working mother - IF YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR THE JOB!!! Sorry, but Obama will get my vote based on the selection of Palin by Mcain. I don't think there's anyone out there that hasn't given the thought to the idea that McCain stands a very good chance of not even being around long enough to complete a whole term. Then what???? I don't know about anyone else, but I sure don't want to take a chance on Palin - I'm just not a gambler. She may have many good qualities and abilities, but being the leader of this great country isn't one of them. Ten or fifteen years from now might be a different story.

Fair enough. Still, the same could be said for Obama. I mean, he does not want to be a heartbeat away from being POTUS, he wants to BE the POTUS.

I am sure its been hashed out before, but at least Palin has some executive experience.

Than main reason I like Palin is because of her LESS government stance on things. More government = less freedom. You can be free or you can be "safe". I choose free. But that is just me I suppose.

[Pam]

I am sure its been hashed out before, but at least Palin has some executive experience.

That is not enough for most of us. Last night I watched Larry King and he had on James Carville (who I have never cared for) and some others on his panel. I almost felt sorry for the McCain people trying to defend his selection. Carville hit them and hit them hard with some of his questions which they tried to not answer. What qualifications does she have to lead this nation with three wars ongoing at this time? I guess we are to assume that McCain will handle the wars and she will handle the economy. Neither thought gives me great comfort. I think McCain has shot himself in the foot big time, but not because there is anything wrong with Ms. Palen. She is just the wrong gal for the job IMHO.

[moosmom]

Sparks19,

Don't forget all the illegitimate "baby bumps" seen in the tabloids. Does Brad and Angelina ring a bell?? What kind of message does that send? It's pathetic. Here in CT, the more kids you have, the more welfare you get. Nice, huh?? Back in the late 60's we also had a girl that "went away". I ran into her a couple of years ago and she wound up marrying the guy who got her pregnant way years later.

I do applaud Palin for standing by her daughter. I'd do the same if it were my daughter. It has absolutely nothing to do with the campaign for President.

[lizbud]

That is not enough for most of us. Last night I watched Larry King and he had on James Carville (who I have never cared for) and some others on his panel. I almost felt sorry for the McCain people trying to defend his selection. Carville hit them and hit them hard with some of his questions which they tried to not answer. What qualifications does she have to lead this nation with three wars ongoing at this time? I guess we are to assume that McCain will handle the wars and she will handle the economy. Neither thought gives me great comfort. I think McCain has shot himself in the foot big time, but not because there is anything wrong with Ms. Palen. She is just the wrong gal for the job IMHO.

Scandals aside, I agree with you on this.

Any person considering a run for public office has to know their whole
life story is going to be public knowledge. Palin can't be surprised at the
hoopla over personal stories in the news.

Not many people outside Alaska even heard of Palin before this, so yeah,
expect to hear a lot more as more is known.

[pomtzu]

You can be free or you can be "safe". I choose free.

The way I see it - we have both. Do you really think Palin has the ability and experience to keep it that way if she were put in the position where she had to?

[RICHARD]

It's sad that it is even an issue. :

It cyclic!

It was an issue that needed to be 'taken care of''.
Then it became a non-issue for a while-Now it's back in the news again.

It's glamorized when it's a teen star and it's condemned when it's happens in a political family. SP's daughter isn't a political figure or media figure.


Anyway, you have to blame it on the schools for letting the boys swim in the same pool as the girls.

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[Pam]

I also heard this morning (I think it was on Good Morning America) that Palen's husband had a DUI about 20 years ago. Now that is "up to date Breaking Headline News!" Honestly, they are turning over every rock they can find to the point of being absolutely ridiculous!

[elizabethann]

I don't know about y'all, but I am looking forward to the VP Debates (more than I normally am). It will be a great debate.

[pomtzu]

I also heard this morning (I think it was on Good Morning America) that Palen's husband had a DUI about 20 years ago. Now that is "up to date Breaking Headline News!" Honestly, they are turning over every rock they can find to the point of being absolutely ridiculous!

I saw that too. Pathetic nit-picking!!! Who cares??? And what does it have to do with anything related to the v.p. position anyway!!!! About as much as her daugter's pregnancy I figure!

[sasvermont]

I too am sick of all the airing of the dirty laundry. It does give you some insight in to what these folks have been doing over the past 20 years. I can honestly say that I have not gotten a DUI or had my daughter get pregnant at age 17.

My concern is........ that one would hope that our elected officials are a cut above the average citizen. I don't feel that Palin is a cut above at all. I don't think there are too many government officials in the cut above category, to tell you the truth. I have a feeling that "the cut above folks" don't run for office! We are stuck with the people who dare run. Then we get to hear about the short comings. And they seem to be endless.

I don't feel Palin represents my beliefs and/or standards. Just plain and simple. I don't want Palin or McCain, representing me or my country. I am not in love with Obama and/or Biden, just not embarrassed by them. I trust they will put the best people possible on the staff and in the cabinet and keep their noses clean. I like Michelle Obama and family. I don't know much about Biden's wife and/or his family.

It's a crap shoot for sure.