Originally Posted by barefoot at last

I am amazed at the continual references to the fact that Ms. Palin was the runner-up as Miss Alaska. Surely being good looking and a mother doesn't disqualify you from running for political office.

Ms. Palin is new, believes in change, has minimal political experience, and is running for VP. Mr. Obama is new, believes in change, has minimal political experience, and is running for the most important position in the world. Hmmmm.