Is this an AD record?

[Reba]

Has anyone noticed the speed and number of "Palin" threads and posts since almost the very hour her name was announced as GOP VP nominee? Is this a posting record, or what?

I can't believe how just making one VP selection has caused so much consternation and stir. Normally, the VP candidate in a campaign is somewhat of a . This time, it has generated strong emotions, mostly from detractors who seem to go way beyond simply posting the pros and cons of candidates. Many of the posts and emotions displayed are full of "hate" and "fear" mentions.

My, my--all that emotion and effort expended on the secondary
position in a race that suppossedly is all wrapped up for the Dems.

If Palin is so awful, and Obama is so wonderful, why all the anger, fear, and effort needed?

I almost feel sorry for Biden; does anyone ever think about him.

Not so funny is the way new threads are made with hand-rubbing glee that they've discovered more "dirt" about Palin. I don't understand that feeling. Even when I hear "dirt" about opposing candidates, it doesn't make me happy. Last year, when I first heard about the John Edwards scandal, I didn't want to believe it. I refused to post about it at that time because I was hoping it was just gossip. I never supported Edwards as a candidate but I didn't want to believe he could be so hurtful to his sick wife.

Anyway, back to my original question. Will this Palin posting frenzy result in some kind of new record for AD?

Not a record one can boast about.

 

[jillio]

Probably wouldn't have been so many posts if Palin hadn't acted in such a way as to create questions regarding her honesty.

 

[Reba]

Probably wouldn't have been so many posts if Palin hadn't acted in such a way as to create questions regarding her honesty.

So why all the "fear", "anger" and "hate?"

 

[jillio]

So why all the "fear", "anger" and "hate?"

Fear of having a politician as second in command that obviously is dishonest in her representation of what she has done while in office in another political position. Anger that she would think the American Public is so stupid as to not see through to the other side of her statements that are being omitted. Hate? I don't see it. Disagreement with another's policy and procedure does not automatically transfer to hate of the person. Hate of dishonesty and manipulation, perhaps.

 

[Bottesini]

Reckless disregard: McCain and Palin's misplaced allegiance - Salt Lake Tribune

Examination of Sarah Palin's fitness to run the U.S. government - the only proper test for a vice presidential nominee - is compromised by her continuing negotiation with John McCain about which interviewers are safe for her to talk with, and what she may say to them.

This is no surprise, given Palin's extremist views. While Palin's ascension may delight the fundamentalist right, Republican political operatives seeking to retain power fear the electorate will turn against Palin's sunny brand of extremism if the implications of her views become known. That would sink McCain's bid for the White House, since he selected her.

This article excerpt plus the link to its source, in the Salt Lake Tribune may explain some of the fear, anger, etc.

"Extremism"

 

[Cheri]

So why all the "fear", "anger" and "hate?"

Exactly. I had decide to ignored those threads because I've seen enough anger and hate in those threads already.

 

[jillio]

Doesn't really matter if you aren't voting.

 

[Cheri]

Doesn't really matter if you aren't voting.

voting or not there's no reason for all that hates.

 

[jillio]

voting or not there's no reason for all that hates.

Why would it concern anyone who isn't voting? The hate is directed at her political position. If one isn't voting, one should not have any concern over reactions to her political stance. After all, this is the Political News forum.

 

[Babyblue]

Has anyone noticed the speed and number of "Palin" threads and posts since almost the very hour her name was announced as GOP VP nominee? Is this a posting record, or what?

I can't believe how just making one VP selection has caused so much consternation and stir. Normally, the VP candidate in a campaign is somewhat of a . This time, it has generated strong emotions, mostly from detractors who seem to go way beyond simply posting the pros and cons of candidates. Many of the posts and emotions displayed are full of "hate" and "fear" mentions.

My, my--all that emotion and effort expended on the secondary
position in a race that suppossedly is all wrapped up for the Dems.

If Palin is so awful, and Obama is so wonderful, why all the anger, fear, and effort needed?

I almost feel sorry for Biden; does anyone ever think about him.

Not so funny is the way new threads are made with hand-rubbing glee that they've discovered more "dirt" about Palin. I don't understand that feeling. Even when I hear "dirt" about opposing candidates, it doesn't make me happy. Last year, when I first heard about the John Edwards scandal, I didn't want to believe it. I refused to post about it at that time because I was hoping it was just gossip. I never supported Edwards as a candidate but I didn't want to believe he could be so hurtful to his sick wife.

Anyway, back to my original question. Will this Palin posting frenzy result in some kind of new record for AD?

Not a record one can boast about.

Biden who?

I agree with your point. And with all the media attention that Palin is receiving the focus is on her.

Not on biden.

 

[jillio]

Biden who?

I agree with your point. And with all the media attention that Palin is receiving the focus is on her.

Not on biden.

Ah, but it is a negative focus, and the results are that her popularity has begun to wane. And with it, McCain's popularity. Obama is again increasing his lead in the polls.

 

[Cheri]

Why would it concern anyone who isn't voting? The hate is directed at her political position. If one isn't voting, one should not have any concern over reactions to her political stance. After all, this is the Political News forum.

You aren't voting for her either, so why should you be concern?

 

[Maria]

Probably wouldn't have been so many posts if Palin hadn't acted in such a way as to create questions regarding her honesty.

Yeah, but it is NOT necessary to say cruel things about her.

 

[jillio]

You aren't voting for her either, so why should you be concern?

Because I prefer to be informed regarding all the candidates, as does any responsible voter.

And I am voting.

 

[Babyblue]

Ah, but it is a negative focus, and the results are that her popularity has begun to wane. And with it, McCain's popularity. Obama is again increasing his lead in the polls.

Guess what?

Media focused on dear Obama when he first stuck his head out. How first did you feel about his media mania about him being from a Muslim, anti American, turned his back to the flag etc. All of his dirt.

Get my drift. Media fenzy

How did you first Portray Obama. Honestly.

 

[jillio]

Yeah, but it is NOT necessary to say cruel things about her.

No one is saying cruel things. They are saying true things. If the truth is cruel, then she is the one responsible for that.

 

[jillio]

Guess what?

Media focused on dear Obama when he first stuck his head out. How first did you feel about his media mania about him being from a Muslim, anti American, turned his back to the flag etc. All of his dirt.

Get my drift. Media fenzy

How did you first Portray Obama. Honestly.

Certainly not as a Muslim, unAmerican, or unpatriotic. But that has absolutley nothing to do with the contradictions and dishonest statements that Plain has been caught in.

 

[Tousi]

I think all this hate, fear, etc, a lot of which isn't true, just raises the glass ceiling for the McCain campaign. So just carry on.....

 

[Royale]

Ah, but it is a negative focus, and the results are that her popularity has begun to wane. And with it, McCain's popularity. Obama is again increasing his lead in the polls.

The polls are meaningless.

The November 4th election counts, not the opinion polls.

 

[Deaf Mortgage]

The polls are meaningless.

The November 4th election counts, not the opinion polls.

Polls are meaningless because they often take the poll in major cities where often majority democrat thrives in. (peer pressure?)

Most republicans will not participate in polls until they vote the big day because majority republicans live outside of the cities.