CSPAN1 will air the 2008 Palin/Biden vice presidential debate at 4:20 PM today

Our friend Benyamin Korn at JewsforSarah.com has the scoop on the airing of Governor Palin’s 2008 debate with Joe Biden this afternoon.

2008 SARAH PALIN-JOE BIDEN VP debate: Today 4:20pm ET

Posted On October 7 , 2012

Category – Opinion

The debate will be shown

Sunday, 10/7/12 at 4:20pm ET

on C-SPAN-1

Our Sarah Makes Amazon Best Seller List

By Adrienne Ross – http://www.motivationtruth.com

Governor Palin’s father and brother’s new book, Our Sarah: Made in Alaska, hit the shelves on September 25. Already, the book is enjoying success. Currently, Our Sarah has reached the Amazon Best Seller list in the Political Leader Biographies category. The Kindle edition is #6, and among hardcover books, it’s #10.

Chuck Heath, Sr. and Chuck, Jr. worked hard to write a book that shares the truth of who the Heaths and Palins are. We get a good look at Governor Palin, the people who have influenced her, the experiences she’s lived, and the values she’s espoused. We get to understand her work ethic better and how it was shaped, we learn details about the 2008 campaign, and we come away with an even greater respect for both Governor Palin and her family. You’ll do a little laughing and crying along the way as well.

In various media appearances, the Chucks have stated that over one hundred books have been written about their daughter and sister, but theirs is different. They actually know the subject of their book, unlike some of the other authors, many of whom were simply looking for a way to destroy her and promote a false narrative. Governor Palin mentioned this in her Facebook “thank you” note to those who have supported her dad and brother on the tour.

If you haven’t purchased the book yet, you will definitely want to do so. I can attest to the fact that you won’t want to put it down. You can get yours at Amazon here.

Congratulations, Chuck, Sr. and Chuck, Jr. May you enjoy continued success.

(h/t Sue Lynn)

Gov. Palin thanks supporters and those in the media who have supported the ‘Our Sarah’ Book tour

Governor Palin posted this Note on her Facebook page earlier today:

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Thank you to everyone who has supported my dad and my brother on their book tour!

by Sarah Palin on Sunday, October 7, 2012 at 1:28am ·

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Several books and articles have been written, and some movies made, under the guise of sharing with the public who the Palins are, and who I am in particular. Very often, the goal is simply to misrepresent us and present something so far-fetched as to not bear any resemblance to truth at all. Many in the media have been more than happy to make room for these stories and allow those behind them to have their say, though these “biographers” very often neither know me nor are willing to put names to their so-called sources.

This is why I so appreciate those members of the media who are giving my dad and brother—who have written a factual book—a platform to tell the real story. Unlike many of the other books people have turned to for information, Our Sarah: Made in Alaska is written by two people who actually know me, were there through much of the 2008 campaign, and have cut through the bunk right to the truth—the truth of who the Heaths and Palins really are and what an Alaska upbringing provides. I am thankful for those who actually are fair and balanced in their reporting, giving the two Chucks the same opportunity to tell their story.

Two particularly good interviews are one Chuck, Jr. did with the Great One, Mark Levin, and an interview Greta Van Susteren conducted with both Chucks. If you only saw what Greta was able to air on On the Record last night, be sure to watch the uncut version.

A heartfelt “thank you” to those who have taken part in the book tour. In a whirlwind of a schedule, Dad and Chuck, Jr. have traveled to various states, and many of you have been there to greet them, help with laundry (yes, that’s right!), or just shake their hands. I know they appreciate it, and I just wanted to chime in and say that I appreciate it also. The tour is winding down, but there are a few more stops. Go here to see the remaining schedule, and stop in to say “hello” if you can. You never know: you might just end up in one of my brother’s journal entries, which he’s recording on theirFacebook page.

Thank you!

Can’t Be More Dedicated: Gentleman Tattoos Palin’s Signature To His Arm (Photo)

The Heaths’ patrem et filium (the latter being Sarah’s brother, of course) are on a book launch tour for their jointly written “Our Sarah” book. On their travels they met this gentleman, who is surely the most dedicated Sarah fan. 

If I ever think that I am getting too heavily involved at this blogging site, then I am indebted to this gentleman, whose photo shows just how far down on the dedication scale I am! 

Here is the photo and the accompanying descriptive note from Mr. Heath’s Facebook page.

Good for him!

Mark Ballas: Bristol and I will dance the paso for ‘Iconic Dance Week’ on DWTS

From Mark’s ‘DWTS’ blog at USA Today:

Last week, we had a rough time with the judges but our awesome and loving fans pulled us through, for which both Bristol and I are super grateful.

It was definitely a challenge doing a country quickstep, but I was happy to try it since dancing to Bristol’s favorite Gretchen Wilson song inspired her. Ultimately, we want to enjoy this process and if it takes a country quickstep, we’re going to do it!

Since my dad’s side of the family is from Houston, shooting guns was not new to me. We had an awesome time and I think Bristol was surprised at how well I handled a revolver! I do have to say, she was a hell of a shot with the shotgun.

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The judges slammed us a little for breaking hold this week, but it’s OK. We wanted to use the song to its full capacity and really capture the country feel. Breaking hold is a risk and you never know whether the judges will let you get away with it. We weren’t the only couple to do it this week, although we were the only couple that paid for it.

As always, we want to thank our fans for keeping us alive to dance another week. It’s never fun to see anyone go home and we will all miss Joey Fatone. He’s is such a goof and so much fun backstage that I know his absence will be noticed.

This week is going to be interesting because the celebrities have creative control and get to choose the theme, the costumes and choose a fan favorite song from past seasons. The theme is “Iconic Dance Week,” which should be pretty fun.

I’m enjoying Bristol’s creative input. So far, it’s been a good time, and a new challenge for her. Our dance is the paso, which was one of her highest-scoring dances last time around, so we shall see how this one goes.

Read more.

Gov. Palin’s Father and Brother Talk to Greta About Why They Wrote ‘Our Sarah’

Video retrieved from Sarahnettoo

The full version of this interview is posted at the On The Record site  AT THIS LINK and has considerably more information than was aired on the show.   The Heaths were more relaxed in their interview that day with the Brody File, a portion of which can be viewed AT THIS LINK.  The warmth of the Palin family is very evident in the Brody File interview.

VIEW VIDEO HERE

(h/tp Chuck Jr.’s Facebook post)

For updates on the Heaths’ ‘Our Sarah’ book tour, see Chuck Heath Jr.’s Facebook page.  Reviews of ‘Our Sarah’ can be found here, here, here, and here.  Also see posts by SPIB authors here.

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Levin: Chuck Heath, Jr. Interview for “Our Sarah, Made in Alaska”

One year ago today Mark Levin hosted Governor Sarah Palin on his radio show at which time she made her announcement that she would not seek the Republican nomination for the office of President of the United States.  This year on October 5th, Levin hosted Chuck Heath, Jr. and gave him the opportunity to talk about the book he wrote with his father Chuck Heath, Sr., “Our Sarah Made in Alaska”.  It’s a great interview that you won’t want to miss.

h/t SarahNetToo

John McCain’s Great Legacy: GOP Women/Minorities Encouraged By Palin’s Example To Seek Office

John McCain will leave a tremendous legacy – soldier, statesman, role model – amongst a myriad of accomplishments. One outstanding achievement which will touch countless lives is the striking number of women and minorities who have been encouraged to seek office for the GOP since he chose Sarah Palin to be his running mate in 2008.

Palin’s first public statement when joined with McCain was to celebrate another attack on the ‘glass ceiling”. Her dynamic campaign was a beacon to who knows how many women who saw that a working woman and mother could reach for the second highest office in the land as a Republican.

Palin has not only led by example but she has actively encouraged, supported , endorsed and campaigned for women and minorities and a substantial number owe (and acknowledge it) their success to her support.

Ted Cruz in Texas has said this loud and clear.  Deb Fischer in Nebraska; Nikki Hayley, now Governor of South Carolina; Kelly Ayotte, Senator from New Hampshire; Governor Susana Martinez of New Mexico are just some of the more prominent names that Palin has encouraged and actively assisted.

There are now twice as many Republican women Governors as their are Democratic Women Governors, and all were endorsed by Sarah Palin. It wasn’t until 1981 when the first Republican woman elected as a state Governor (Kay Orr in Nebraska). However, since Palin became the VP candidate, four have been elected.

Senator McCain said that choosing Palin was one of the best decisions he has ever made. To give him due honor, the best decision was not only Palin but through her, his decision has changed the face of the Republican party forever. Almost immediately, the left’s meme that the GOP was the party of white men was destroyed.

As prominent national and local elective positions are filled by more and more people from the great mass of plain folks, women, Hispanics, Blacks (Allen West being an outstanding example of the new Republican), the leftist meme of the “rich white man’s party” will be totally destroyed. 

McCain’s choice and Palin’s achievements leading to party diversity will be a lasting monument to both. History may yet show them to be the ultimate winners of the 2008 election when a lasting legacy which changed peoples lives and America forever is considered.

The challenges for women are still there, of course, as the 
Brown Politics Memo advises:

The suggested reasons for which women decide not to run for political office are numerous. However, it is undeniable that female candidates undergo a significant amount of scrutiny and criticism when running for office.

Female candidates, such as candidates Sarah Palin, Nancy Pelosi, Michele Bachmann, and Hillary Clinton, are often subjected to rude comments about their appearance, brutal challenges to their intelligence, and overall questioning about their ability to effectively govern.

But despite that, the good news continues:

Despite the influx of disappointing news about women’s issues in politics, American women finally have something to celebrate: According to the Center for American Women and Politics, there has been a significant increase in the number of women candidatesrunning for Congressional seats in the 2012 election. This year, 18 women are running for the Senate and 163 are running for the House of Representatives, an increase of 22 candidates from 2004’s record high.

“Gender Bias Against Sarah Palin: A Content Analysis of National Newspapers”

Here is a précis of a substantial thesis from Auburn University. The link to the full thesis is AT THIS LINK. 

It will come as no surprise that the author concluded there was indeed substantial matter of gender bias, unbalanced reporting of Palin’s family/private life compared to male candidates and that there was indeed a definite bias against her. 

Female politicians still have this challenge to overcome but at lower levels than the presidency/vice-presidency.  The bar is not set quite so high given the growing number of candidates and successful past candidates for governorship, etc.

For the presidency, the barrier is still in place. That Palin has come through these unprecedented and documented attacks with the possibility of a 2016 run open to her is a tribute to her indomitable character.

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Gender Bias Against Sarah Palin: A Content Analysis of National Newspapers

Irwin, Katherine Coffey

A content analysis was conducted to examine whether a gender bias existed in national newspaper coverage of the 2008 presidential election. This presidential race proved to be historical in many aspects. Not only was the first African-American man elected to the office, but two female contenders with a viable chance of being elected also ran for the offices of president and vice president. The focus of this study is on Alaska Governor Sarah Palin who was a newcomer to the national political scene and who was the second female in history to run for vice president. Past research reiterates the powerful effects news media have on political campaigns (Ansolabehere, Behr, & Iyengar, 1993). Palin, although conservative, may be considered in modern times as a feminist running for political office, thereby being in opposition to traditional male hegemonic roles established in our political discourse. Gender bias towards this masculine ideology may have hindered Palin’s candidacy, portraying Palin’s feminine traits and personal image instead of focusing primarily on policy issues.

Analysis between Palin and her male opponent Joseph Biden were made by examining news and editorial coverage from two prominent newspapers, The New York Times and The Washington Post. Coding for possible gender biases included these category comparisons: personal image versus performance, policy issues versus personal information, and “masculine” versus “feminine” political issues. Findings indicate that a gender bias existed against Palin as covered within U.S. newspapers. Conclusions confirm that women still struggle in the national political scene for equal coverage as their male counterpart, therefore hurting their campaign and reducing chances for female political roles.

http://hdl.handle.net/10415/1830

Finally! A Tweet That Explains All Anti-Palin Tweets/Articles/Comments/Videos/PDS/

Finally a clear, concise explanation for all the unending anti-Palin tweets and comments and videos and articles over the last four years.

Palin Derangement Syndrome has, it is clear, no logical reason for its existence except as a vehicle (Palin) for leftists to put all their frustrations, dreads, hatreds on. 

Understanding that will allow rational people, from all points of view, to move on from the nonsense and let Palin’s statements stand, or fail, on their merits, not because of some personal hang-up associated with leftists.