September 19, 2008
Posted: September 19th, 2008 02:05 PM ET

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Sarah Palin explained why she won't be at a rally in New York next week.
Sarah Palin explained why she won't be at a rally in New York next week.

BLAINE, Minnesota (CNN) - Sarah Palin made her first public comments about Iran on Friday, accusing “Democrat partisans” of disrupting her planned appearance at a stop-Iran rally in New York next week.

On learning earlier this week that Palin might attend the rally, Hillary Clinton pulled out of the event, which was organized by a coalition of Jewish groups, earlier this week. Palin then had her invitation revoked by the group for fear that she might overshadow the rally.

“You may have heard also that I had planned to speak out on the threat post by Iran and speak in New York,” she told at a large audience in Minnesota. “I was scheduled to appear at a rally with Sen. Clinton, whose commitment to this I appreciate. This is a critical issue, and it should be an issue that unites all Americans. Iran should not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons, period.”

“Unfortunately, though, some Democrat partisans put politics first, and now no elected official will be able to appear at that stop Iran rally.”

Palin said “Iran’s pursuit of these weapons should concern all Americans.”

“This is not a matter for partisan politics,” she said.

The vice presidential candidate said she and McCain “will not waver in our commitment” to drawing attention to the dangers of Iran’s nuclear program.

“I will continue to call for sustained action to prevent Iranian President Ahmadinejad from getting these weapons that he wants for a second Holocaust,” Palin said.

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proud army and navy mom   September 19th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

If todd palin is not an employee of the state of Alaska, why was he allowed trips that were paid for by the State. OH, by the way, whose at home taking care of the special needs child and the teen mom.

" Todd Palin has taken two trips with state commissioners to survey Alaskan mines and one to survey part of the proposed route for a natural gas pipeline, his wife's top goal. The state paid for those trips, according to the campaign, because they were considered "state business" since Todd Palin is trying to expand Alaska's work force.

Nurse Ratchet   September 19th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

I suppose it's DEM partisans that caused you to switch between 5 undergrad colleges as a Freshman huh?

Hey Palin-Peggy Hill, do you ever take responsibility for anything?

Rudy NYC   September 19th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Palin has no clue that she could overshadow the protest. That group has been protesting Iran's appearance at the UN for years. Clinton has appeared at that protest every year she has been NY Senator.

It would seem that Mrs. Palin believes that the rally is a political event. A lost opportunity to put her message out. This rally has never been a political event. It has always been a citizen's rally, and politicians have traditionally participated in the rally in that fashion. As citizens.

Alexander   September 19th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

"These weapons he wants for a second holocaust"? Fear-monger much? While Iran getting weapons is indeed a concern, we're kind of jumping the gun by suggesting there's a plan in the works to destroy the world.

You should really just take your ball and go home. You make it more of a partisan issue when you attempt to exploit the revocation of your invite for political gain. You already are overshadowing the event and you're not even going to be there.

anonymous   September 19th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

speaking of hitler – it's too bad obama wasn't around then to sit down and talk with adolph and convince him to abandon his silly ideas. obama could have saved two wars and millions of people.

Charlie in Maine   September 19th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

LET'S TRY TO KEEP HER AWAY FROM THE INAUGURATION TOO

Matt: honestly   September 19th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Leave it to Palin and the repubs to make this a party line thing which is what Clinton and the group was trying to avoid.

karen marie   September 19th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

nope, sarah palin is STILL incoherent.

White/female/age 55/Texan   September 19th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

The truth challenged wolf killer "appreciates" Hillary's committment??

She is not worthy of even imparting Hill's name.

Aaron from Ohio   September 19th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Sarah thinks it's democratic partisans who disrupted her plan to speak? Maybe it was just the organizers who didn't want this to be politicized by either party and overshadow the event...like they said. She also said she was scheduled to appear WITH Senator Clinton. That's stretching it more than a little bit. They may have both been there, but Senator Clinton would not appear WITH Governor Palin. Palin is plainly trying to appeal to disgruntled Hillary voters and present herself as a viable alternative to Hillary, but anyone who even remotely supported Senator Clinton understands that they virtually nothing in common other than some similar plumbing. I voted for Senator Clinton in the primaries and Sarah is against nearly everything Hillary stands for. McCain has more incommon with Obama than Hillary does with Sarah...and that's not saying much. Get a grip Sarah, everything isn't a conspiracy and everything isn't about you.

lovinsun8   September 19th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

She was making it a matter of partisan politics. Scapegoating and lies...all the McCain camp has left.

A real mom   September 19th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Maybe she ought to make an appearance in Alaska and check in on her kids. And why is Todd Palin on the campaign trail, trotting along behind McCain and Sarah Palin like a puppy, signing autographs, and acting like Mr. Celebrity? I thought he took a leave of absence to take care of the kids, including that new baby. Oh that's right.....Politics First.

Jenny   September 19th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Who can believe a word that comes out of this tool's mouth?

Every other thing she says is a lie.

WHAT A JOKE.

donsem   September 19th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

I am with the McCain-Palin Power. They have the connection not only with the American people, but with over 95% of the world does not want Iran to have nuclear weapons. It is not a McCain-Palin Objective for only the american people anymore, but also for the world for all those nations against a nuclear Iran! Thanks McCain and Gov. Palin for your efforts!!

Jayne, Midlothian, VA   September 19th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

And so the Palin lies continue. Is she capable of telling the truth?

anne   September 19th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Are Democrat partisans also holding her back from showing America her tax returns?

Tainopower   September 19th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

this is the reason why the democrats are going to loss the election (palin). By taking back the invitation on palin. the country is going to see how out of touch the democrat are whit the people.

Mac   September 19th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

To me, partisanship is blindly blaming the other party for something happening that you don't like. That's just me, though.

Tired of the antics, PA   September 19th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

You know they have lied so much that I find it very easy to dismiss this latest lie. People only have to read the real statements and reasons to get the truth. McCain and Palin are relying on the inability of Americans to read and listen. Not going to happen, Americans are overall a smart group of people. At least I pray so.

Clinton Supporter   September 19th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Gee Sarah, aren't you now also using this story for your own political gain? Didn't you originally agree to attend because of your own political gain?

Obama 08,12
Clinton 16,20

Bob Indianapolis, IN   September 19th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Nice try, babe! You were just trying to live out the Saturday Night Live skit for political photo-ops with Hillary! Take the "First Dude" and go back to Alaska and face the music of Troopergate...

Tony   September 19th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Maybe Sarah is upset because she planned to tell everyone that she could see Iran from her house.

I hear that the McCain campaign has also changed their campaign song to "Redneck Woman".

Diing   September 19th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Your standing in the way is absolutely interfering with the investigation in Alaska. Mind you, no one is above the law in our union. Also, Bristol your daughter has chosen and you want the power of our government to be used against others. Your hypocrisy is disgusting. No more Dick Cheney

Susan   September 19th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Oh yeah!!
What else I can believe you.

Can you see Iran from your house?

JD in Moraga, CA   September 19th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

It may actually be refreshing to have a discussion free of elected officials – maybe "we the people" have heard enough from the talking heads at the top for a while...

...and maybe the Repulican ticket can spend the time reviewing their map of "Czechoslovakia" and finding which countries actually border Iraq...

J   September 19th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

WAAAAA!!!! I am utterly useless and can only parrot Republican buzz words...
How about you stop your whining and start cooperating with your ethics probe? I mean unless you have something to hide...

Diing   September 19th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

You standing in the way is absolutely interfering with the investigation in Alaska. Mind you, no one is above the law in our union. Also, Bristol your daughter has chosen and you want the power of our government to be used against others. Your hypocrisy is disgusting. No more Dick Cheney

Sarah   September 19th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

I believe that the folks who organized the rally decided that it was not "a matter for partisan politics," Sarah. That said, a rally against a country like Iran is an idiotic, simplistic idea–I mean really "Stop Iran!?" As diplomacy or international relations, it has all the subtlety and sophistication of a sledgehammer. Do we pay attention to factions that hold anti-U.S. rallies? No–we listen and respond (sometimes) to the pressures of our allies and the countries who have influence with us. Iran is no different and especially given Ahmadinejad's shaky popularity in his own country, we should be more clever and diplomatic in our approach. Not that I'd expect Ms. Shoot-First-Think-Later to understand that.

lovingpolitics   September 19th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

So instead of having a nonpartisan rally with individuals who believe deeply on this issue NOONE shows up and the whole rally has disolved into nothing but POLITICS!!! MAKES SENSE TO ME???

Sweetgreen   September 19th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

If I am not mistaken, her invitation was rescinded by the invitee, not the democrats. Listening to the republicans is like listening to my twelve year old. Too much "he said, she said and blame game".

Really Dumb   September 19th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

ok so it's the democrats fault she is not at the rally. it's the democrats fault she's not cooperating with the investigation for "troopergate". Wow. ok

Alex   September 19th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

What do you know about Iran? Don't you have to do a little studing before you want to be on the highlight about the speech. Comon this woman is totally false and artificial. How come everyone not seeing this?

Marie in California   September 19th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Both Palin and Clinton should be there. I think Clinton simply did not want to share a stage with Palin.....and after she pulled out the Obama camp instigated to have Palin removed too so she wouldn't get any free press coverage for attending.

Actually, both parties need to speak out loud and clear about their ongoing and unwavering support for Israel and the threat from Iran, and in every possible venue.

Bill   September 19th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

So, Palin learned how to use the word "partisan" though she probably doesn't know what it means.

McCain is itching to invade Iran just like Bush was itching to invade Iraq. Look how well that turned out.

Gina, Seattle   September 19th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Palin needs to stop pretending she knows anything about Iran or any other foreign policy issue... her presence there would have been a joke in the first place. Without speech writers and personal foreign policy tutors, she wouldn't have a leg to stand on.

C W   September 19th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

What a whiner! She blames everything that doesn't happen the way she wants it to on the Democrats. News flash, Sarah: The world doesn't revolve around you!

And if you're so tough, go on "Meet the Press", take some spontaneous questions from the general public, dare to step out of your comfort zone of hand-picked supporters. We all know why you're not doing this – you're a lightweight and you're not very bright.

Terry, Butte, Mt   September 19th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

oh, please. This anti-Iran rally is not all about Gov. Palin, and the organizers did not want to make it about partisan politics. The McCain camp wanted to point at her attendence as her having foreign policy experience.

Marek   September 19th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

There go McCain and his campaign lying again. You know, the American people are sick and tired of everytime she opens her mouth it's a lie pops out. If she would spend more time learning policy and less time attacking and mocking Obama, she might look and sound like an idiot when she folks ask her questions she doesn't lmow the answer to and tries to either "con" her way out of answering the question or or just dismisses it and not answer it at all. People please...please wake up and think about your families when making you decision in that voting both. They are propsing the same policies as the Bush administration (even more corprate than did Bush). What do you thing he going to put a different spin on the same old policies. No..what they are going to do is drive up the national debt and cause more hardship to american families.

So think long and hard....lives depend on it!!

Chris   September 19th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Wow, wow, wow. The rally was to be non-political in the first place. Hillary decided not to go because the GOP was just looking to put Hillary and Palin on the same stage together for their own political purposes. I cannot believe that she is still going on about this. The whole point of the rally was so that the Jewish community could talk about the issues facing the US and Iran and she just wants their votes. So sad, so pathetic, so dishonest. The McCain campaign is doing everything they can to destroy the credibility of Obama, even though he had nothing to do with Hillary's decision not to go. Sarah Palin is a fool and needs to be put back on her leash.

Oregon calling   September 19th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Can anyone buy this lady a clue? On another note; I respect Sen. Clinton for canceling her appearance, she had the wisdom to see that this would just be a circus act if her and Gov. Palin were to be on the same stage (although I did enjoy the SNL bit :) When are we the people going to elect someone that will follow a road that will protect our interests? Wake Up America!!!!

Obama / Biden 08

SoCal   September 19th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

As reported earlier by CNN here's why organizers nixed Palin from the Iran rally: “We have a presidential election where the McCain-Palin ticket want to use what’s supposed to be a very, very bipartisan-type of operation to, again, use it as a campaign event,"
The latest comments by Sarah Palin show that organizers of that rally were absolutely right.
McCain/Palin would use anything for their own political advantage.

R. Squibbs   September 19th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Oh, please. Palin's on her 13th minute. On Nov. 5 she'll be headed back to Alaska to face the music on her ethics probe. The McCain-Palin ticket is OVER.

Rita   September 19th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Someone needs to do a clip running all the times Sarah Palin says "we're gonna be shakin' things up" or "there's gonna be some shakin' up and fixin in Washington" or "I'm gonna shake things up" Everytime I hear that phrase I just cringe. No solutions, just we're gonna shake it up! What exactly does that mean????

Timothy   September 19th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

She wasn't prepared and the committe was correct in asking her not to attend. She andd Sen. McCain was hoping to use this event to booster her no foreign policy experience. Now, if she is really interested in attending perhaps she can ask them to reinvite her as well as Sen. Biden.

Doris,Memphis, TN   September 19th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Some Bush aide told her what to say.
She was thrown into the big league and is not ready.
Americans know it and so does she.

SONGBIRD MCCAIN   September 19th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Is it just me or does the sound of her voice remind you of fingernails on a chalk board?

Aside from her unsound judgment, ridiculous religious beliefs (that directly mold her policy decisions), belligerent personality, lack of respect for the law and official legal procedures, I just don't like her.

Too risky.

No way no how.

Ex GOPer   September 19th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

So now she is attacking the Jewish Groups who revoked her invitation. I mean when will the attacks on partisanship which by definition in themselves are attacks on partisanship stop being the answer to every question. Truely show me you are above all this and tell me what are your solutions and your plans. Not "All Americans should" or "Democrats are this". But this is how "McCain and I" will solve these problems. I get it you love your country, I get it people work hard in your small town, I really get it. Now tell me other then a god and American loving individual which many of us are, how are you going to make our Country a better place.

Sage   September 19th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Always the victim never the pit bull...now with your free time you can go address Trooper-gate.i can not understand how anyone can just refuse a court order....what are they for? Palin has made a mockery of the very law she wants us to believe she is capable of protecting

Will   September 19th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Why is it always the Dem's fault? I've never seen bigger victims than McCain/Palin in my life. (insert sound of sad violin here)

Team America   September 19th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Palin's exactly right here. I would love to see anyone challenge her on this. Iran is a dangerous nation, with dangerous leadership. For Palin and Clinton to be invited, then Palin accepting, then Clinton turning down the invitation, this really truly shows how little some Democrats think of our great nation. To put your party above being an American is shameful and disgusting.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   September 19th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

After hearing Palin's last speech which was a total mess that made no sense and the faces of audience looked like what the H is she talking about. It was a smart move for Palin not to be invited because her mouth doesn't connect with her head and our country doesn't need that.

Dmitriy   September 19th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Obama is an empty suit. All this talk about 'bipartisan' is just that – talk. There will be no change with this guy.

Former Republican   September 19th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

I'd be a lot more comfortable with Palin's saber-rattling if I thought she could find Iran on a map.

Talking tough does not make a good leader. This is just more "bring it on" rhetoric from the party of George Bush.

s   September 19th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Of course, always blaming the dems. If there is one thing i will tell the Palin/McCain ticket is to learn from things that don't go as plan and move on. You can never accomplish anything if you keep pointing the finger.

Vote for the adults and Leadership.

Vote Obama/Biden '08

shadowgovt   September 19th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Who's running for president on the Republican ticket again? Remind me please?

Travis   September 19th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

THIS is exactly why Palin was un-invited. This shouldn't be an event that should be politicized. Either way the Republicans are going to do just that.

FactCheck   September 19th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

" I will continue to call for sustained action to prevent Iranian President Ahmadinejad from getting these weapons"

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Yeah, good for you. Too bad that you don't know that the President of Iran has NO CONTROL of the armed forces, or nuclear (not new-cu-lar) policies. These are all under the control of the Supreme Leader of Iran Ali Khamenei. I'm guessing you have no idea who that is.

Paul from NYC   September 19th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Sorry that you don't get a real life SNL skit.

BKMC   September 19th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Palin, get the fact Hillary has moved away from you because you are an amator in politics, she is a pro and will not be at the same stage as you an amator. That is a fact. Could you see Iran from the window of your bedroom? God save America from McPalin.

grant   September 19th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Palin doesn't know jack about Iran and couldn't even find it on a map.

Al, NY NY   September 19th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

What a load...... She was gonna milk her appearance for all it was worth politically.

LS   September 19th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

This is just awkward. Palin comes out of NO-WHERE and all of the sudden she acts as though she knows EVERYTHNG – but has still not been able to prove to ANYONE that she knows what she is talking about ANYTHING.

What an uneasy feeling I get thinking about it – especially when there are other countries involved. Palin needs to keep quiet when it comes to foreign ANYTHING.

SONGBIRD MCCAIN   September 19th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Guys and gals, Iran doesn't believe that our creator made this earth 7,000 years ago. That is why I need to launch a nuclear attack against them. Plus they don't wear lipstick.

Black Truth AZ   September 19th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Save the drama for your momma Palin. Your camp tried to get HRC to stand with you for political gain and HRC and Dems smelled this stunt a mile away. Nice try but you do not have 1/10 of the credentials as HRC.

OBAMA/BIDEN 08/12

Nancy in Charlotte, NC   September 19th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

I don't think politicizing the rally is a bad thing – BUT the people invited to speak should be ones who have actual working knowledge of the threats posed by Iran, those that have been involved in foreign policy for many years, not those being spoon-fed talking points about foreign policy for the past few weeks.

Trysh, Los Angeles   September 19th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Palin says: “I will continue to call for sustained action to prevent Iranian President Ahmadinejad from getting these weapons that he wants for a second Holocaust,” Palin said.

When did she ever make this call before?

Palin = laughingstock   September 19th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

It sounds to me like they tried to set up yet another Palin distraction from the issues by pitting HRC against their airhead moosekiller....

Kudos for Clinton for walking away. She did the right thing. John McCain is trying everything he can to create division, crisis, cat-fights, and more mooseburger stew.

Thanks, but NO thanks. Frankly, as a woman, I find Palin a laughingstock... and she's doing a GREAT job making John McCain one, too, though really, he doesn't need much help at that.

Boye   September 19th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

You are the one trying to turn what should be a non-political event into a political one. At the end of the event, what everyone would be talking about is "What did or didn't Sarah Palin say?" not "How did we convey the message that we would not stand for a nuclear Iran?". The focus of the whole event will be shifted from a nuclear Iran to Sarah Palin (or the presidential election).

James   September 19th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Blame it on the Democrats! That should be their new slogan, since they absolutely do not put "Country First". This campaign is going right down the drain.

Cedric   September 19th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Ooooo Sarah, You tell'em girl. We're going to stop Iran from getting those weapons. As if! You know, you'd be a little more convincing if you didn't just blame "Dem partisans" and then turn around and accuse them of playing politics with this rally. You just did. And if you would've gone, it would have been turned into one big campaign sham. So give me a break with your crocodile tears.

jon   September 19th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

What is this lady on? Is everything that happens to her somebody else's fault?

Time for someone to grow up and take responsibility for one's own failures. She tried to "politic" an apolitical event and got disinvited. Nothing to do with the Democrats.

colin p.   September 19th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

I don't quite understand what Palin was going to bring to this rally. She has no credentials related to the issue. Its not as if anybody would be asking her to contribute to this rally if she was not on the ticket. At least Clinton is an elected official from the state where the rally was to be held. I think Sarah Palin, and campaigning in general, has no place at an event like this-PERIOD.

vince   September 19th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

this coming from a woman who wants to go to war with russia.

MPD   September 19th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

How does this candidate have ANY credibility on this topic. How does this topic and any knowledge of this area come from being a Governor. I am not dismissing any type of Executive experience any Governor has, but realistically the only true Foreign Policy experience comes from a State Trade Program, why on earth would we listen to Palin on Iran.

She simply can not demonstrate any credibility on the topic.

Billy   September 19th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Contrary to your belief, Sarah, not every little bad thing that happens to you is caused by the democrats.

Grow up and stop blaming everyone but yourself. Maybe if you hadn't destroyed your reputation with lies, distortions and cover ups, people would want you at their rallys.

Go back to your tanning bed   September 19th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

I am tired of Palin's smug attitude. And she's whining to try to get some media attention.

No one cares about you anymore. Go back to your tanning bed in Alaska and leave the running of our country to Obama.

Michael   September 19th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

With all due respect Governor Palin, not that Iran is not an issue, but Iran is not the bigger issue at the moment. What say you on the current financial crisis? All I hear are crickets.

S. Boatman   September 19th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

They Didnt Want You To Speak Because You Have No Knowledge Of Foreign Affairs! You Can Even Pronounce The President Of Irans Name Right! You Would Make America Look Bad So They Didnt Want You To Speak!

Mike former Republican for Obama   September 19th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

If it is not time for politics, why is she attending the protest? Her very presense at the protest as a VP candidate makes the protest highly political. Hillary isn't running for Pres or VP. She is though.

Lisa from VA   September 19th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

Gosh, this woman is such a whiner. Are you sure she used to be called Sarah barracuda?? I think wendy whiner fits so much better.

She is just angry because she is a glory hound and she isn't gonna get her 5 minutes. She has taken to calling McCain HER running mate and the ticket Palin/McCain. Someone needs to bring her down a couple of notches.

Griff   September 19th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

Good tasctic's Hillary, but it won't work.. I expected so much from Hillary Clinton; (for Women). All this is causing me to think, just maybe She has got a problem...

jeni   September 19th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

O puleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeze Sarah!!! Remember what GWB said about Iraq. The rest is history in the making as we speak.

Keisha M.   September 19th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

I honestly don't believe Palin is capable of telling the truth

Also, wouldn't it be great if Hillary called her on this- for example:
"Thanks for your alleged appreciation, however, did you seriously think i would let u use me for a photo op? I mean, as if you could ever be deserving of such an opportunity. I pulled out and then they canceled u- that's just a little straight-talk for u."

IndependentThinker, NY   September 19th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Blablablablablablablablablablablablablabla ...........................!!!
Thanks but no thanks Pa"lies"n to that Bridge to NY
We don't like liars in NY
Go back to Alaska

Vic   September 19th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Looks like the dems are trying to out swiftboat the Swiftboarders. Sarah must remember that the group she was scheduled to speak to are the ones who drew the short stick.

Anonymous   September 19th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

I don't suppose she offered any proof of these allegations or was questioned as to them.

I think we've come to expect she won't be held accountable for what she says.

Tomorrow we'll get a press release saying, "What she meant to say was..."

Shari, NY   September 19th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

An Evangelist at a Jewish rally?

karen, MD   September 19th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

"I will continue to call for sustained action"? Since when did she ever express an opinion on foreign policy? Does she even know where Iran and Israel are? After all, you can't see them from her house.

S.B. Stein E.B. NJ   September 19th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

I don't understand how she could say this. This should have not had anyone from the US government elected or not. That just ties the hands of the those doing the talking with Iran. We need to stop the saber rattling going on and hope we can get down to issues with Iran.

Those that are running for office could have turned that into a campaign rally which would have drawn attention away from the problem of Iran and its drive to acquire nuclear weapons.

just me   September 19th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Who is she trying to kid????????????????

Donna   September 19th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

“This is not a matter for partisan politics,” she said"
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If it isn't a matter of partisan politics then why blame the Democrats for you being UNINVITED...even the event organizers said they withdrew the invite to prevent it from being a political campaign...

Please..just accept the fact that you weren't wanted and move on...

John   September 19th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Nobody going to miss her there anyway, the GOP should be happy about it anyway One less chance of her producing another gaffe. So all works out for the best anyway.

Alex   September 19th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Poor poor sarah, the democrats are hurting her little feelings..

Sue in MI   September 19th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

And what were you going to say, Sarah? Were you going to "ruffle some feathers" in the "good ole boys network" while keeping an eye on Russia from your island? Can you not give a speech without slamming Democrats for something? Do you have any clue about the economy? Health care? Education? We all know you understand hunting from the air, fishing, firing those who disagree with you, and having your husband at private meetings. I'll tell you what you would have said "Bomb, bomb bomb Iran." And that would truly make the world a safer place? There's a bigger issue here than patriotism-we are part of a world-we have to live in peace or we will all perish. Does your Jesus not require peace? Mine does.

But for most of us, you are another very ambitious liar, who is not above the law, no matter what Rove and his crooked advisers tell you and your husband. We don't like you; we don't like the things coming out of Alaska about your management style, and we think you'd be a disaster waiting to happen should you be "so blessed" as to be elected. Heaven help the US if more people fall for your sound bites and sarcasm without listening to the lack of answers to every question...and you haven't allowed us to ask anything yet! Bring on the debate!

Texas Annie   September 19th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Oh whine, whine, Palin.
You guys blame the Democrats & Obama for every little thing that goes wrong in you campagin dream world.
Maybe the event organizers found out about your church's stance on Jewish issues??????

kathy   September 19th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Waaa...Waaaa...Waaaa...it was stated by the group organizers that they didn't want to turn it into a political platform...and that is how they viewed the mccain/palin camp would have used her appearance. Just becuz she was uninvited doesn't mean it was due to democratic pressure....maybe the group organizers didn't feel they should have to pay for todd palin's appearance and plane ticket...ha! the republications need to grow up and get over it~...obviously they don't "get it" on anything!

KJL   September 19th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

I bet she's relieved that she won't have to risk making a fool of herself if someone asks an intelligent question. Since you can't see it from Alaska, I doubt this woman could point to Iran on a map.

Chris   September 19th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

I believe it's Sarah Palin who is playing partisan politics. Clinton pulled out of the rally when she heard Palin was asked and the rally organizers, in turn, rejected Palin becuase they didn't to appear biased. All Palin is trying to do is stoke the fears of racism and anti-semitism. Palin should be ashamed of herself.

Alex   September 19th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

If I have to live with this woman for 4 years, I will throw away the TV... she is annoying beyond... words...

Ms Gunn   September 19th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

get real lady! u were trying to be slick and this is the best that you can come up with? You should of just let this one go, like Cindy should of l left the topic about the view go?

Dal CA   September 19th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Palin says I Ran not Iran. When a person cannot pronounce a country name correctly how is that person be understood.
Palin should know that the organizers have the right to who they invite or de-invite.
She is just Plain IDIOT who does not know anything at all about foreign policy at all.

Jude   September 19th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

This is B.S.....the rally people dis-invited her to the rally!!!! End of Story!!!

Emster   September 19th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

For all of her talk about how tough she is – she sure complains and whines a lot. She has only herself and the McCain campaign for creating this circus of coverage about her. So she can't really complain about being told her appearance will cause a disruption.

USMC Mike   September 19th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

LOL

Be sure to blame the boogeyman too!!!!

Give me a break ... Hey Sara, how about you and the "shadow governor" Tod stand up and face the music in Alaska, like you said you would BEFORE you were selected as VP??!!

You lyin' snake ....

Cam   September 19th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

I think palin should really keep her mouth shut about making accusations against Iran's intentions. It is obvious she doesn't know what she is talking about and knows nothing about the subtlet of foreign policy. Her and McCain poking Iran in the eye is not going to help. She's not even in office and she is talking tough like she's going to take out Iran. Wow, can't you see how much of a danger her big mouth is?

The only thing scarier than Iran getting nuclear weapons is Palin and McCain being in charge of the Americans nuclear weapons.

CD   September 19th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Palin you better make sure you have a big LIPSTICK to cover your BIG mouth that is getting wider by the day. Palin you have been marked for a political bullet that will shame you and destroy any political future you may seek in future, in other words you will look so stupid for trying to deceive Americans = October surprise. My advice is stay low and scripted and don't give them a chance to reduce you to rags but I'm sure you are dumb so you won't take to my advice.

DECIDED   September 19th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Are you kidding me Sarah PUTA? Please always blaming on the Democrats!! Why you don;'t talk about the investigation that's going on against you? Let me guess you blamed the Democrats as well.. You are an embarras for us working white women!! You disgusted me!!!

Frantz from Atlanta   September 19th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

This woman is an absolute idiot. She could not even point out Iran on a map.
And her voice is the most annoying this sound in the world.

Sherri   September 19th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

I guess all Sarah Palin can do is blame the Democrats. Her comments do not even make sense. Joe Biden is the top foreign policy expert in the country. I trust him to help bring peace and stability to our troubled world. Ms. Palin can't compete with him. No experience, no background and no finesse. No thank you!

Hillary 2012   September 19th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

The fact is When Hillary step a side Obama camp request the organizers to accept Obama or Biden organizers refuse it then they disinvited Palin

Jquen   September 19th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

"insert general blaket statement about fear" add "Blame Democrats"

LOOK AT ME IM A REPUBLICAN STRATAGEST!

Molly   September 19th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Too bad the DEMS had to put a stop to this rally. WHY can't all the people just attend – this is NOT about Party.

Mark   September 19th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

OK, she's lost it. I'd love to hear some specifics of what "Democrat Partisans" had to do with this. Is she blaming her un-invitation on Hillary?

TOM-E   September 19th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

all the republicans do is cry cry and cry some more. boo hiss. go back to Alaska and speak to the moose and let us know if you can still see Russia from your house.

Obama For President   September 19th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Can you even point where Iran is in a world map? It is not south of Alaska which you can see from your roof top.

M. Winners   September 19th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Welcome to the "Bigs" Palin. You have no foreighn policy credentials of any kind yet you want to speak on the Iranian "newclear" issue?
Sorry, no que cards allowed in the real world – deal with it and STOP THE PATHETIC WHINING ALREADY!

Elle   September 19th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

"Jews for Jesus"......what do you really believe Ms Palin

Aaron Carter   September 19th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

This woman constantly uses such strong language, can someone put a muzzle on her before Russia or Iran start to feel really threatened and fire off a few rockets over here...

Geez,

Fed Up   September 19th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

How about if Caribou Barbie provides some PROOF that this is the case? Every time she opens her mouth, she proves what an idiot she is. If McSame actually somehow wins the election, I'll have to seriously think about leaving the country.

Just say NO to Bush 44 & Caribou Barbie.

GO Obama/Biden!!!

Jason   September 19th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Duh, Hillary had no clue McPalin the bright and shiney was gonna be there. Hillary has a brand to protect with women and being on that stage with that bucket of fluff was never in the cards. But, nice lies and twists to make up....whateveer they want. Obama had nothing to do with that, and then the organization decided Palin would over shadow it and cancelled all political celebs in order to keep the focus on their cause.

Never miss a slimey stinking beat.... do ya McShame?

ANGIE   September 19th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Wow im impressed she really knows her stuff that hockey mom I will feel much better and safer knowing she is second in command YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME THIS WOMAN IS A JOKE SARA SWEETIE we all know that iran should not have weapons GOD HELP US IF WE END UP WITH A PALIN/MCCAIN ADMINISTRATION!

McLoser   September 19th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

McBlame

Why not answer some questions and take RESPONSIBILITY for your actions instea of attacking and BLAMING others.

You sicken me.

dennise   September 19th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

It was probably in the rally's best interest to revoke her invitation also....She probably would of told everyone at the rally that she could Iran from the roof top of her house to beef up those perfect credentials.

CNN   September 19th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

WHAT DID JO BIDEN SAID AT HIS RALLY TO?
NOTHING TO REPORT TO THE AMERICAN EXCEPT WHAT SARA PALIN SAID?

Donnamarie   September 19th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Governor Palin,
Please publicly name each of the Democrat partisans that you say disrupted your appearance at the rally, so we may hold them just as accountable for their actions, as you once said you would like to be held accountable for yours in the Troopergate investigation

Eating Buffalo Wings in Heaven with Russert   September 19th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

I look forward to reading all the hate filled mudslinging the Obamabots litter this board with JUST b/c the name "Palin" is on it.

THIS is change we need? I think not.

Cue the Obamabot Whaaaaaambulance
in 3.............2.................1...................

candy   September 19th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

She has to blame someone, right?

bibek   September 19th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

I am sad they uninvited Sarah. It'd be fun to watch her make a fool out of herself like she always does with her ignorant comments.

Steve/ Houston,TX   September 19th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

It was not “Democrat partisans” that did not want her there. It was the organizers that did not want her there. It was John McCain that was trying to make a political statement, as usual, which blew up in his face. Palin should be grateful for not being in attendance as she would have said something just as off the wall like other comments. McCain/Palin = brainless no-gooders!!!

Kitten for Obama   September 19th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

They didn't want Palin there, she has become a distraction with how she has left Alaska. They did a vet check and found some interesting things in her background. Maybe McCain should have done the same thing. THINK!!!!!!!!!!!!!

mike   September 19th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Quiet. Nobody likes you!

Bruce   September 19th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Intersting that it democrats...perhaps they just decided that they did not want this air head causing issues.
You know Ms. Pallin everytihg that happens is not politically motivated, or casued by the democrats...maybe your husband should enlighten you since he appaers to be your "shadow"...funny you never see Bidens wife at all the rallys with him...makes one wonder why your hubby has to be there all the time with yoyu, and since he is who is home with the kids...
Get over it Palin...you ahve proven and contuinue to prove how unfit you are for this potision, how unprepared and how stupid. Should you and mcCain get elected I will be packing and moving to Canada, becuae this country will go down the drain.

Barney   September 19th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

My God ! That woman and her sidekick will lie about anything.

McCain – you have no honor at all. Hide your face in shame.

R   September 19th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Palin why did I hear you were no longer going huh? Were you doing this for Clinton?

Brian   September 19th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Palin will go down in history as the worst VP pick ever.

Obama all the way....   September 19th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Yeah, you'd probably go to war with them your first day in office.

But we all know that's not going to happen.

No POW Ken/Caribou Barbie

Obama/Biden 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Elizabeth D   September 19th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Oh she is whinning... she needs to grap her blankie and go back to alaska.. please.. this women has made so many acusations on people.. their doing this to me.. they said that.. I am being accused of this.. whine whine whine.. I am sick of hearing about sarah palin and how she feels...She needs to put her big girl panties on and shut up.

Emily   September 19th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

No one wanted you there. Get the hint

Sabreen60   September 19th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Blah, Blah, Blah. Palin wanted to be on the podium with Senator Clinton. Not in your wildest dreams.

Caryn, Washington DC   September 19th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

What does she know about Iran? Iran is not next to Alaska.

Jay T.   September 19th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Who is using the non-partisan event as a platform to make a very partisan statement?

Youths for Obama   September 19th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Oh shut the hell up...................you screech too much.........your invitation was revoked because you don't have the qualifications to be there...........period................what do the Jews expect from you?............Oh you can see Russia from Alaska so therefore you can stop Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons?.....give us a break would ya?

Joe PA   September 19th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

I can not wait until Nov 5 when "Not Hillary" will go back to Alaska to kill Wolves from a helicopter and we never have to here another word out of her mouth.

Tony   September 19th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

My god this woman is desperate and delusional.

She was UNINVITED because the people in charge wanted the focus to stay on IRAN and did not want to have it turned into a politcal rally for and one of the candidates.

This woman lies as easily as she breathes and ignorant, apathetic, irresponsible people, mostly white women, just suck it up!

More Kool-Aid anyone?

Eating Buffalo Wings in Heaven with Russert   September 19th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Sarah Palin:
Selling jets on Ebay for ALL Americans

linda from South Dakota   September 19th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

wow she talks big with nuclear program in iran but then on the other side,, both she and mccain want it here,, umm whats wrong with this???? they both need to go to alaska,,,, even people there dont like her,, doesnt that tell you something????????

ines   September 19th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Palin thinks very highly of herself. Could it be that the rally organizers did not think very highly of her. Thanks, but no Thanks Palin!

Tired   September 19th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

That's right Scary Palin blame the dems

Melly   September 19th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

A LIER is a LIER. I am sorry Palin, but you can't get my vote. As a Hillary voter I am very happy she canceled her appearance with you.

Billy Ray Valentine-Capricorn   September 19th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Why is she never to blame? It's always someone else.

McNothing   September 19th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Is there nothing she will take responsibility for?

They said no to political candidates.

AND she will undoubtably start a war

cara   September 19th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

SMART Sarah - these two just keep acting like the idiots they are. Let's go after Hillary!!! What a genius plan..

GARY   September 19th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

SHOWS YOU WERE THE DEMS ARE AT. PALIN IS TO MUCH FOR THEM.

AMERICA'S PROMISE   September 19th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

This woman needs a history lesson!

Wake Up Zombies!!!   September 19th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

As if Palin had anything of substance to add.

We know, we know she has the confidence and she's ready.

Trysh, Los Angeles   September 19th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

That blame game is going to be the death of her.

prairieguy   September 19th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

You have no idea who caused this so why do you open your mouth...get facts before you accuse!!!!!

J from DC   September 19th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

I just heard Biden speak in VA. His message was powerful. He just ripped the socks off John McCain. He said some things to women that I have not even heard spoken by Hillary Clinton. Obama is always presidential in his speeches, but women need to hear Biden. He just went hard on McCain and Palin.
McCain claims he would fire Christopher Cox, the chairman of the Securities and Exchange Committee. Yet, McCain won’t even fire his economic advisor Phil Gramm. The real man who created policies which contributed greatly to this recent Economic Meltdown. Unbelievable! Maverick or Mouse, or pathological liar?

Obama/Biden   September 19th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

Plain is Vex ... She needed a lillte bit of Foreign Credentials .... :) .. LOL

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