September 26, 2008
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Sarah Palin went jogging in Philadelphia Friday. (Wes Little/CNN)

PHILADELPHIA (CNN) – With the eyes of the political world focused on the legislative drama unfolding in Washington, D.C. and on tonight’s presidential debate in Mississippi, Sarah Palin is keeping a low profile in Philadelphia, where she will spend the coming days preparing for her own debate against Sen. Joseph Biden.

After a marathon series of meetings with international heads of state in New York earlier this week, Palin is now holed up in her Philadelphia hotel with a cadre of domestic and foreign policy advisers, studying for next Thursday's vice presidential debate in St. Louis. Her campaign plane, a JetBlue charter, left Palin and her staff behind in Pennsylvania Friday in order to fly John McCain’s staffers and press corps to Mississippi.

Palin is expected to make a brief appearance Friday night at a local debate watching party at an Irish pub before returning to her room to watch the much-anticipated face-off between McCain and Barack Obama.

It’s not all work for the vice presidential nominee, however. These “down days,” as they are known on the campaign trail, have allowed Palin to make time for one of her favorite hobbies – jogging.

Watch: Palin cut from corn

Palin has said she enjoys running cross-country in Alaska because “it thrashes your guts and your lungs and your thighs.”

The governor has gone running with her Secret Service agents along the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia for two days in a row, donning a pink “McCain-Palin” baseball cap, a black Nike windbreaker and shorts, and Nike running shoes. She timed each of her runs with a digital wristwatch.

Her workout on Thursday lasted 25 minutes. On Friday, she jogged a path along the river for nearly 40 minutes, with her daughter Willow joining her for part of the run.

Filed under: Sarah Palin


Rachielle from VA   September 26th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

well lets just hope she can JOG correctly, since she can't do anything else right.

Darlene   September 26th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

What is the correct grammer for a nation? Basic English!
We the people understand english…getting to the point is what matters to the American people.
I realize that Obama does not have perfect english.
NO, he was sitting in the back, saying present all of the time, that is making a point of concern for the American people. That is to sit back and be present. Is that what we want?
Grammer is not important, getting things done correctly and taking action does.
I don't think President Washington went to Harvard, do you?

joanwlb   September 26th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Palin is so out of touch…she needs to get back to Alaska a dress a moose in the wild. She is definitely a soccer mom, except do any of her kids really play soccer.

It was arrogant of her to think she could run for vice president…she is so out of her league. She looks like a bumbling dim wit when she is interviewed. I feel for her and the fact that she has such a high opinion of herself!!

MB   September 26th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

This ticket sure is good at running….away!

Carmen   September 26th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

John and Sarah gets a lot of media attention, why. She is an arrow head and he is a old scumbag.

Darryl   September 26th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

They're going to try and coach the beauty queen for the next few days. But, watch her fumble when the opportunity for conversation and not just talking points comes. Saw her with Charles Gibson, and saw her with Katie Couric, and this woman is not ready to be VP.

Donna   September 26th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

As a democrat and a mother, I feel that this woman is being setup for a big fall. My heart goes out to her, but she needs to get out while she can still hold her head up. The repulicans were wrong to do this to someone not qualified be it a man or woman.

Nonconlib   September 26th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

Ouch. Did you perhaps mean "lie low"? Palin can lay carpet or lay sod or perhaps even lay an egg, but since lay is a transitive verb, she will have to lie low if she wants to stay out of sight. Which, by the way, might be the best thing she can do to help McCain.

Independent Voter   September 26th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

This woman is the biggest joke since george w bush! She is so far out of her league she can't think straight! Well Dorothy…..you are not in Kansas anymore!

OBAMA 2008 & 2009

DebM, Allentown, PA   September 26th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

I'm not sure why I can't get this through moderation, but I'll try again.

If she steps down or McCain cans her, we have to remember this horrendous, impetutous pick. Even if he picks someone much more stable and moderate, the fact of the matter remains that he blew it big time with this pick, he blew it big time with his political posturing over the bailout/debate, and he will further blow it, big time, for our country if elected. We can not elect this man as President.

Peter Zheutlin   September 26th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Here is a direct quote from the Palin interview with Katie Couric:

Couric: Have you ever been involved in any negotiations, for example, with the Russians?

Palin: We have trade missions back and forth, we do. It's very important when you consider even national security issues with Russia. As Putin rears his head and comes into the air space of the United States of America, where do they go? It's Alaska. It's just right over the border. It is from Alaska that we send those out to make sure that an eye is being kept on this very powerful nation, Russia, because they are right there, they are right next to our state.

The airspace we ought to be worried about is the airspace between her ears. To think John McCain is willing to put her a heart beat away from the presidency! Could he have made a more irresponsible decision? And there is a growing chorus of prominent conservatives who can no longer play along and are now willing to state the obvious: she has no business being this close to the presidency.

Susan in SC   September 26th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

If it were not SO serious I would laugh more about the entire Palin situation. I mean truly, she is a joke…. And she just seems to have NO idea how far over her head she truly is. But sadly, this woman seems to think she is READY, Charlie!

I honestly think McCain's "suspend my campaign" tactic was a drama created to take the focus off of Palin's pathetic interview with NBC. And why did he immediately shift gears, ditch Letterman, and go for an interview of his own with NBC's Katie Couric? They were in total damage control mode!

rh   September 26th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

she can't figure out how to use her watch…she only knows how to use a gun

One more for McCain/Palin   September 26th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

Isn't Sarah just great? Even when she messes up, she is genuine and it is easy to give her the benefit of the doubt. She is going to be a wonderful vice president. 2012 will be a very good year for her too.
Republicans are reasonable, responsible, and represent the core American values that Sarah epitomizes. McCain Palin will win!!

Mike from Calgary   September 26th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

She should have used the jogger stroller and spent some time with her newborn son. She could have killed two birds with one stone. Oh sorry ….. she'd rather kill defenceless four legged creatures!

WELCOME TO THE OBAMA SHOW   September 26th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

What is amazing is the DEMS make up, ask dumb questions, and stir up anything they can to hurt Sarah.
The Republicans need to start the same thing on Obama and give HIM a taste of dirty politics.

I hope Sarah blows away Biden in the debate.

But I'm sure the obama people will make up something again and the media will pad it and TRY to make Sarah look unqualified.

HOW CAN OBAMA BE QUALITY AND SARAH IS NOT???????

emily   September 26th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

Ok, while the Democratic candidate Joe Biden is out there campaigning and working hard everyday and cares about Americans, this girl here is jogging instead?? Another reason why Sarah Palin is going to get absolutely creamed when it's time for the debates. She's not doing her homework!

Independent for Obama   September 26th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

Run Sarah Run! Run right back to Alaska!

Ready on Day 2 ?   September 26th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

McCain has made a HUGE mistake ….

dharmas   September 26th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

jog your way back to alaska , the one that is by Russia and yes get some witch crafy out of mccain he is loosing his marbles

Ana   September 26th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

I agree with Bob from Indi.I suggest Palin refrains from answering even the most ordinary questions.Enough said.

Ready on Day 2?   September 26th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

Mrs. Palin should only be Secretary of the Interior at best>

Farrell, Houston, Tx   September 26th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

The best thing the Conservative GOP say is that Palin should be running back to Alaska.

Frank   September 26th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

I love McCain, but my God, this woman is worse than GW Bush when it comes down to making a coherent sentence! She is obviously a moron, and her 3 interviews are a clear picture of what she is capable of! I am a democrat who was going to vote for McCain but now with this VP pick of his, I guess I have to think again! No way does she deserve to be the VP, and God forbbid, the President of the U.S. of America. What was McCain thinking when picking this moron!!!!???? How can she be so incapable of responding to simple questions?

hjon   September 26th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

During a crisis this is a preview of what Palin's qualifications are. Going jogging, laying low, not engaged at all. For all you Palin supporters are you really that naive?
As one media person put it. She's out of her league!!!

Dave in NYC   September 26th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

so i wonder what she's practicing? more insults and attacks against Barack Obama, or actual substantive policy information. I guess on Thursday, we'll see…

RYAN kr Jr   September 26th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

Sarah Palin has no idea what is going on national and international. What a pathetic and dumb answers she gave to CBS anchor Katie–listening to Sarah Palin is like listening to my 94 year-old grandma tells bedtime stories? She is not bright, uninformed, pointless, dances around wth grammatical errors. I can barely grab what she was saying whether is Isreal, Iran, Pakistan, Russia, economy,bailout and energy. She said she is an expert on energy yet she she lied about 20% Alaska energy supply to the US. What about Bridge and Road to Nowhere? Sarah couldn't even name Mcsame bipartsan accomplishments since for 26yrs in the Senate. What about Lame Bush doctrine and many more? American, our country is doomed…………………

J L   September 26th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

SHE IS SO MEAN-SPIRITED, SARCASTIC AND NASTY - AS DEMONSTRATED AT THE RNC CONVENTION.

I DON'T FEEL SORRY FOR HER AT ALL!!!!

SHE IS GETTING A TASTE OF HER OWN NASTINESS!!! :-(

Anon   September 26th, 2008 4:40 pm ET

Oh yes, "thrashing" your guts, lungs and thighs (proper grammar, there) sounds inviting…

Clearly not ready   September 26th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

You know - I could be harsh, but even though this woman is clearly not ready for this I have to say that she appaers to truly care about her family, seeminly taking them everywhere. She is probably a very good mother and devoted wife and should be commended for that.

Everyone, especially her family, would be best served by going back to Alaska. This is not her mistake, this is McCain's. He is a pure nutcase.

Ryan Delaware   September 26th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

God she's hot!! I was voting for Obama but now I'm voting for her! She is tooo hot!! Woo-hoo!!!

McCain - Palin!!!

Dan Sireci   September 26th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

Biden is going to make this woman cry in the debates.

Michael   September 26th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

Thanks, but no thanks for her.

Abby   September 26th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

Can CNN find anything positive to report on this very qualified
GOV????????
What - exactly is Biden doing today???????

Please - for the sake of NEWS - take OFF your obama hat!

Chuck   September 26th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

Ms. Palin. Leave this race and return to your career, hunting, fishing and family in Alaska. Many people in Alaska like you and this is where your confort zone is. You would learn very quickly if you left the race and returned home you would be much happier. Stay with McCain and this race for a position that you are not ready to fill and it will destroy you. Don't let McCain do this to you.

SENATUS POPOLUSQUE ROMANUS   September 26th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

Gov. Sarah Palin ought to serve the United States by carry on jogging unntil the Philadelphia airport and board the first jet planebound for Alaska. 300 million Americans would then have a debt of gratitude towards her.

THANKS, BUT NO THANKS SARAH!!!!!!!

Roxanne   September 26th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

She should run back on the porch…the big dogs are in the yard!

MR in Chicago   September 26th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

Why isn't she helping McCain with the $700 billion dollar bailout? She has the most experience of the 4. Right?

Latina for Obama (nj)   September 26th, 2008 4:35 pm ET

I rather see Barack playing basketball…Dont care about her.

YES WE CAN!

marek   September 26th, 2008 4:35 pm ET

run, run, run a way

Mandy   September 26th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

No wonder our country is where it is ….. all of you self-righteous Americans!!!!

Jim in Raleigh   September 26th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

You can run, Sarah, but you cannot hide your ignorance. Why don't you let us think about your run for VP and get back to you - next year.

R.M.   September 26th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Enjoy while you can. It won't last long!! haha ha… Stupid!!

DebM, Allentown, PA   September 26th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

cmon cnn…

Your comment is awaiting moderation.

If she steps down or McCain cans her, we have to remember this horrendous, impetutous pick. Even if he picks someone much more stable and moderate, the fact of the matter remains that he screwed up big time with this pick, he screwed up big time with his political posturing over the bailout/debate, and he will further screw up, big time, our country if elected. We can not elect this man as President.

Say What???   September 26th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Hey Sarah!!

Try running by the library!! You're falling behind in your studies!!

Doh!   September 26th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Run Sarah Run! ALL THE WAY BACK TO ALASKA!!!

Mike   September 26th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

She'll do well

not as disciplined   September 26th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

I hate running myself…dedication to running cross country is admirable…if it were easy more Americans might do it…guess the same could be said about being a leader rather than criticizing a leader.

I sure wish there were more leaders in America…or at least that those who will openly criticize others will step up to fill the gaps they observe.

McCain = McChicken   September 26th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Is she running without her wedding band?

Beverly, NYC   September 26th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Maybe she will do a runaway bride on her next run, when her mind is clear and she realizes she is out of her league and being used by the Republicans to energize the base. I almost feel bad for you, then I recall how mean your convention speech was and I don't feel so bad anymore. Good Luck on 10/2 debate from the prior interviews you will need it.

Also thanks for letting Putin know how important Alaska was to our security.

David Richmond,VA   September 26th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Who cares… get rid of this puppet… they have obviously cut the strings and ran away from her. HAHAHA

Shame on Palin   September 26th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

She belongs to special education 10th grade training camp, except her head is too big to learn anything new.

It's all McCain's fault. He's not qualified to make decisions for the coutry. And this woman has no shame about her lack of capability to run for such office.

Perhaps he used to be smart, loooong ago!!!! They both need to quit. Please help us get rid of them.

Americans   September 26th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Palin please do us a favor and keep running, we can call Rumney in to take your place.

The Fab One   September 26th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Perhaps she's running from the truth. That she's painfully unqualified to co-lead this country.

GO OBAMA!!

Charlotte   September 26th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

Sarah is a breath of fresh air. At least her flubs are from lack of experience. Joe Biden thinks we had TV when FDR was president. LMAO, over that one. Both he and Obama voted, not once but twice for that bridge to nowhere we have heard so much about. Joe makes a lot of flubs and we know, without a teleprompter, Obama sucks.

Donna from Colorado Springs   September 26th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

She does need to lay low and especially, keep her mouth shut. There's enough controversy going on right now without hearing the opinion of someone who knows nothing about finance or debating.

Theogracias   September 26th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

Really? a down day could be a great time to see your family if you miss them even a little. The fact that she has proven herself so unprepaired shows how grabby this woman is at the expense of everyone including us.

anonymous   September 26th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

She is such a great lady! Unlike Biden, she knows how to keep her foot out of her mouth and knows that Roosevelt didn't appear on TV!

Tony   September 26th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

A THRASHING SOUNDS LIKE WHAT SHE HAS IN STORE FOR HERSELF IF, AND THAT IS A HUGE IF, SHE SHOWS UP TO DEBATE ON THURSDAY EVENING, OCT. 2ND.

RUN GIDGET, RUN!

tony   September 26th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

I finally figure out why McCain suspended his campaign and asked to delay the debate today. No one is paying attention to the interview Palin had with Katie Couric this week. McCain is smarter than I have given him credit for.

Obama/Biden 08

NoShame   September 26th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

Maybe she should jog all the way home and stay there. Closed the curtains and don't answer the door no matter what.

MN   September 26th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Is this honestly a news story? I jog every morning. Hey, CNN! Want to come to Louisville and make a documentary of me jogging in the mornings? I use a digital wristwatch, too!

Anonymous   September 26th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

JUST REMEMBER!!! MCCAIN MADE A BAD MOVE WITH THIS GAME PIECE (PALIN). HIS BIGGEST PROBLEM IS, HE USED ANOTHER WOMEN… HE WILL NOW PAY THE ULITMATE PRICE. YES! MCCAIN AND ALL HIS MILLIONS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO BE PUT BACK TOGETHER AGAIN.

GOD DOESN'T LIKE UGLY DIDN'T YOU KNOW THAT MCSHAME???

Will the real men please stand up!!!!!

Chris   September 26th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

What's sad is that Palin has been so restricted from the media that this is actually a newsworthy story for her.

Chris A   September 26th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Sarah can run all she wants, but she needs to walk away from the campaign. Obama/Biden '08

Laura   September 26th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

She should jog slow .. she is tripping after herself all the time jajaa

enajay steed   September 26th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

There are calls for her by conservatives to step down as it is now known she is not qualified to be VP. She can continue the jogging in Alaska on the road to nowhere.

concern   September 26th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Shame on John Mccain!!

Kelby from Houston, TX   September 26th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

She also runs away from the press. And she should. Her interview with Katie Couric was laughable

USAoutoftown   September 26th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

You know I am so fed up with Yahoo, Politico, and CNN being so biased in the news presentation. There is definetly a Democratic slant and it is not deserved. News deserves to cover positive and negative or all news for sure- but in politics you don't need to take a view. The people decide for themselves. Often you pictures and juxtaposes or sociological imply a favor of Obama. If you want him as President just post it and don't think were so stupid a public to not pick up the subtle implications of they way you present the news. The USA people are strong, we don't want to be a socialist country and yes we came to the USA because of Free Enterprize. We fought for land and wealth. McCain stands for that Freedom, Obama seems to want to enslave Americans. You choose shakles or freedom and justice for all.

margie(alabama)   September 26th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

LORD HELP US IF SHE IS PRESIDENT OR VICE PRESIDENT

Sarah   September 26th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

Whenever I see this lady speaks, I wonder how she managed to become a governor of state!
She seems very naiive, and always she seems spending the time doing make up and looking pretty

Frank   September 26th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Run Pitbull Run……………..Away from the press…………..Away from us……………Back to Ak………..Just stop running your mouth,it is almost too sad to watch.Thanks GOP for the great pick ! We are sure to win now !!!!! OBAMA / BIDEN IN NOV !!!!

Jenn-NAY Gump   September 26th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Oh So THATS why she built the Road to Nowhere.

Steven   September 26th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

Maybe she should run a lttle more to oxygen to her brain. If the VP debate is anything like her recent interviews, I rather watch the Yankees game than this blow out.

Alfred Rosa   September 26th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

Nice lady but not qualified for the position.

petena   September 26th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

I just feel sorry for Sarah Palin. She is probably a great governor in Alaska, but deifnitely NOT qualified for VP. If the Republicans don't win, even her credibility in Alaska will be forever tainted. She should have been intelligent enough to realize that taking on this role was way over her head. She was used by McCain because he needed to do somehting. As a woman, I give her credit for what she has accomplished. A woman has to be twice or three times more qualified to run for VP or President. Having said that, I can only think of one person that can fill that slot and that is HRC. Hillary in 2016

Elly   September 26th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

She needs to go back to one of the 4 colleges she went to and get an education
with her answers I am sure my teen could have answered better
no wonder she took Todd to her goveneur meetings obviously he was her *brain* with all the govenor issues that came up!!!
She is a pretty lady and a good mom but she is definitely not ready
to be VP or a heart beat away from the presidency!!!
What a terrifying thought that must be for the american people!
What a blunder McCain made in this choice!!!

A CANUCK   September 26th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

I THINK RUNNING THRASHED HER BRAIN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sarah Palin - Please go back to Alaska!!!   September 26th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

Palin should resign this post immediately before the debate. She has clearly bitten off more than she can chew. Here lack of experience in the political world is putting our country at risk.

HOW COULD ANY PERSON WITH A SOUND MIND VOTE FOR THE REPUBLICAN PARTY. This is truly a joke.

Tony   September 26th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

I am goign to make a prediction.

By next Monday ro Tuesday, an announcement will be made that Palin is dropping out of the race. Whether she says it is because she needs more time with her son, whom she has repeatedly said, unrealistically, that being the VP won't interfere with her family responsibilities, or wether she claimes a health issue, etc. the McCain campaign will drop her.

When that happens, when McCain names a MAN to fill the post left vacant, no matter who he chooses, his judgment and credibility will be toast to anyone able to think for themselves. I GUARANTEE there is NO WAY they will allow her to debate on Thursday evening, Oct. 2.

FLIP FLOP AND DROP!

Michael   September 26th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

How much you want to bet we don't see Sarah Palin alone until the VEEP Debate!!!!!!!!!!!!

Obama's The One   September 26th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

She needs to exercise her brain a little more. Forget the cross-country…unless you're run right back to Alaska and stop threatening the future global status of the United States by continuing to be McCain's running mate.

Roger   September 26th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

While jogging since she could see the Schuylkill River, she has since become an expert on river related issues.

INDEPENDENT WOMEN FOR OBAMA/BIDEN   September 26th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

SHE REALLY CANT MAKE A COMPLETE SENTENCE!!!!!WOW
OBAMA/BIDEN ALL THE WAY TO THE WHITEHOUSE

Petey   September 26th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

lots of angry dems out there that better prepare for the possibility of defeat - What are you going to do then, spontaneously combust.

This is sad, non-constructive stuff. Typical dem hate speech. Bet you post on Daily Kos too!

Ted:Canada   September 26th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

Please! - Leave Sarah alone - it is not her fault!

It was McCain trying to take advantage of her as “female”. Alaska is good place – good people!

Maybe not the center of the universe and maybe not the center of your country but good people none the less.

Sarah move to Canada or change to the Democratic Party in your country and they will better help you understand the real world?

Keep your head up high!

Roger   September 26th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

"lays low"

Biased headline.

Barb Barchiesi   September 26th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

Ms. Palin should take herself out of this campaign. She is NOT capable of running her own home let alone the United States of America. Please tell me that this is not the only Repulican that McCain could find to run as his mate in this election!

The American women voters are not so blind that they will vote for McCain because he chose a woman to run with him. When Palin is compared to Hillary - there is NO contest!

Politics in the US have become a joke named Palin.

the other jd   September 26th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

"She timed each of her runs with a digital wristwatch."

She never learned what it meant when Mickey's big hand was on 12, and his little hand on 6.

beevee   September 26th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

The jogging could help her blood flowing to her head and keep the brain cells properly functioning for the debate with Biden.

Lynette   September 26th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Bets please on how long it will take for the GOP to ask her to step down??? McCain will loose with this woman. God forbid if she became the president, America would be in serious trouble, and we'd be the laughing stalk of the 21st century. I feel bad for her, seriously.

Will-South Dakota   September 26th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Can she see Russia from Philadelphia?

Amy   September 26th, 2008 4:18 pm ET

Jet Blue needs to pick her as soon as possible and fly her directly to ALACKA. McCain knew and she also knew she was not qualified for the position. John McCain did not put COUNTRY first when he selected her.

the other jd   September 26th, 2008 4:18 pm ET

She can run, but she can't….
well she can't do anything else…

CM   September 26th, 2008 4:18 pm ET

Maybe John can send her to Capitol Hill to lead the bailout bill.

Baze   September 26th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

This woman's failure stands to shut the doors for women in politics for a long time.

ONE NATION

Tony   September 26th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

Let's pray she just keeps on going!

the other jd   September 26th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

"… donning a pink “McCain-Palin” baseball cap, a black Nike windbreaker and shorts, and Nike running shoes."

Hey, kids! Collect ALL of Caribou Barbie's fashion ensembles! Available now at Walmart.

Palin for President   September 26th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Palin will be president in 2012, be careful what you wish for pumas, Palin will trounce Clinton.

Palin 2012

Marc PDX   September 26th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Well, this is just an outrage! Sarah Palin is jogging now! What next? Sit ups?

LOL! You nice, tolerant, women's rights liberals should just take her out back and beat the carp out of her! Just to prove your point. You know you want to! :D

Living in the USA   September 26th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

McShame campaign is a large SNL skit. STUDYING !!!!!!! She has been a Mayor and she is a Governor she should not have to STUDY. She needs to jog right out ot existence into the sunset. I just hope a moose doesn't cross her path while she is jogging.

Beltway Insider   September 26th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

It doesn't matter how low she lays now, the cat's out of the bag - everyone is painfully aware of how ignorant and intellectually simplistic she is. Ineptitude of this level will not simply be forgotten by the voters.

Debby   September 26th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

It also clears your brain from all the media trashing especially on the CNN ticker.

Marc PDX   September 26th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

Come on CNN you can find better "dirt" on Sarah Palin than this can't you? Try harder! LOL!

Lifelong Republican for Obama, Columbia, TN   September 26th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

I think if Palin steps down, it would be a further sign of McCain willingness to use Gov. Palin as an obvious political ploy to gain the support of women and angry Clinton Supporters. I think this "use" of Palin is more offensive to women than anything else. Just because Palin is a woman does not mean that she should be Vice President and a potential heartbeat away from the Presidency. I would love to vote for a female vice president and/or president, but not if that woman is clearly unqualified for the position. If Clinton had won the democratic nomination, I would be supporting and voting for her at this moment, because, first of all, I was a Clinton Supporter in a beginning, but also because Clinton was clearly qualified—she knew her stuff, she had foreign policy experience and a core philosophy, and she had a domestic policy philosophy that could be clealy articulated. The reason I'm support Obama is because he too has a clear and articulate foreign policy and domestic policy philosophy and insightful understanding of the complexity of this world. Palin is a joke and I am tired of people not realizing this. She should not be felt sorry for. She should know what she is talking about, and she DOES NOT!!! This was McCain's first major decision as a potential president, and he failed horribly.

porter   September 26th, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Are you kidding CNN…who cares!!!!!!

Phil, Ashburn, VA   September 26th, 2008 4:13 pm ET

She is gonna brang them to ya. What a moron.

Dakota   September 26th, 2008 4:13 pm ET

…how is this news? surely you guys could have found something more important to report on

Bob Indianapolis IN   September 26th, 2008 4:11 pm ET

Palin has said she enjoys running cross-country in Alaska because “it thrashes your guts and your lungs and your thighs.”

Not to mention oxygenating the brain to help with grammar and syntax and forming complete sentences in English…

Brian, Texas   September 26th, 2008 4:11 pm ET

She needs to jog her brain…

John in Ohio   September 26th, 2008 4:11 pm ET

"Palin has said she enjoys running cross-country in Alaska because “it thrashes your guts and your lungs and your thighs.” "

And it totally rips your quads amirite?

You know that thing Stan does all the time on South Park, where he squeezes the bridge of his nose with thumb and forefinger while wincing, in reaction to some new ridiculous stupidity?

Palin makes me do that.

Jan in CA   September 26th, 2008 4:11 pm ET

Palin is a victim of John McCain's poor judgement for VP Pick. I think McCain is in love with Joe Lieberman and defaulted to Palin for foolish reasons. If Palin had just been asked to do the Key Note speech, she would have had a political career ahead of her as she learned more and maybe served as a state senator, etc. Now her career is in the Tank thanks to McCain. That is good news for the better candidate, Obama, and people are starting to see how much more steady and calm he is compared to McCain's irratic swings and flip flops.

shak   September 26th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

Maybe Palin should get couple of books on foreign policy making Putin wait and then talk to them!! What a scary thought that she could become a V.P. and be a potential president if McCain dies !! What a joker we are becoming to the world even to make such an incompetent, unqualified and immature person to run for V.P !! As Barbara Straisand said hopefully, "WE ARE NOT THAT STUPID!!!!!"

Anonymous   September 26th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

I think everyone is over Palin now…
Can we please move on?

Obama/Biden '08

Anne   September 26th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

can't we please somehow get rid of this stupid woman?? If McCain really puts love of country first..he would admit his mistake and send her back to Alaska!!!

f   September 26th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

You don't mention that her appearance at The Irish Pub on Walnut St. is by invitation only - No Press Invited.

By the way this was not a comedy club with stand up comics until tonight.

shak   September 26th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Maybe Palin should get couple of books on foreign policy making Putin and then talk to them!! What a scary thought that she could become a V.P. and be a potential president if McCain dies !! What a joker we are becoming to the world even to make such an incompetent, unqualified and immature person to run for V.P !! As Barbara Straisand said hopefully, "WE ARE NOT THAT STUPID!!!!!"

Mel   September 26th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

I bet she'll drop out of the race before she makes it to the debate.

shak   September 26th, 2008 4:08 pm ET

Maybe Palin should get couple of books on foreign policy making Putin and the talk to them!! What a scary thought that she could become a V.P. and be a potential president if McCain dies !! What a joker we are becoming to the world even to make such an incompetent, unqualified and immature person to run for V.P !! As Barbara Straisand said hopefully, "WE ARE NOT THAT STUPID!!!!!"

Tony   September 26th, 2008 4:08 pm ET

Barbie is light-years from being qualified to be VP.

After watching and listening to her in the rare interviews she gives, I am amazed she has the position she currenly holds in Alaska.

Doesn't say much for Alaskans when making decisions as important as choosing their political leaders.

D hub   September 26th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

This woman is completely out of her league and should step down from being the GOP VP. I dont even understand how she was elected governor of Alaska in the first place. Every time she responds to any question its like watching an infant struggle to walk.

Scott L   September 26th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

Obama won't know what hit him in the October surprise!

Democrats have no idea…tee-hee.

See you at the debates tonight.

"uhh ummm errr uhhhh ummmm uhhhh der uhhhh ummm" - Barack Obama without a teleprompter.

CeeGee   September 26th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

Marathon meetings … being holed up in Pennsylvania until her debate … doesn't leave much time for bonding with her baby does it? Sure hope that wasn't too sexist of a thing to say,or, women don't do that anymore! Just a thought!

Glenn in California   September 26th, 2008 4:06 pm ET

We'd ALL be better off if she just jogged all the way back to Wasilla, Alaska.

Just say NO to Bush 44 and Caribou Barbie.

Go Obama/Biden!!!

Shari, NY   September 26th, 2008 4:05 pm ET

From a human standpoint I must say that McCain and his advisors should take the blame for choosing Palin. She was approached and accepted the task, then became a scapegoat by regurgitating all the trash they fed her with. If she had any credibility, it has been sacrificed. She should continue her role in Alaska while she tries to make her resume more impressive from lessons learned.

Obama/Biden ‘08

Lyndon   September 26th, 2008 4:05 pm ET

How about posting something that matters? But then again, when has Palin actually done something this election cycle that mattered to the electorate other than butchering national tv interviews?

I'm glad to know that she times her runs with a wristwatch.

Give me a break.

Bigbubba   September 26th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

Even the right wings zealots are starting to call for "Caribou Barbie" to step down. They have even come up with a plausible reason for her to resign. Her newest son and his situation.

If even the storm troopers that normally support anything for the rich are giving up on her what chance does she give poor John "Run Forrest, run" McCain.

wendytexas   September 26th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

I'd be laying low too if I tanked my interview with Katie Couric too! Geez…that was just painful to watch. I don't even like the woman, and I was cringing for her. She looked like a deer in the headlights as she searched for what to say! Honestly?!!? She reminded me of a beauty pageant contestant during the interview segment :)!

mitch   September 26th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

she should keep right on runnin. all the way back to alaska. and take that john mccain with her!

McCain Invented the BlackBerry, Palin Invented the Manure Spreader   September 26th, 2008 4:03 pm ET

I time to end this charade and abandon all pretense that she has any business running for national office.

She is out of her league and it is time for her to step down and allow McCain to save some face.

Tony   September 26th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

If elected, is that what she would do when the going gets tough? Just go jogging and avoiding teh media.

Palin is being exposed for the fraud that she is and the American people are finally waking up to realize just what a raumatic mistake it would be to put her so close to the presidency.

Thank God there are still people who can think for themselves.

DebM, Allentown, PA   September 26th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

If she steps down or McCain cans her, we have to remember this horrendous, impetutous pick. Even if he picks someone much more stable and moderate, the fact of the matter remains that he screwed up big time with this pick, he screwed up big time with his political posturing over the bailout/debate, and he will further screw up, big time, our country if elected. We can not elect this man as President.

Timothy   September 26th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

Too late. We see you now. ;)

Patrick Peavy   September 26th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

“it thrashes your guts and your lungs and your thighs.”

I don't know, there is something about the way she talks that really helps me connect with her. This is another example, I love her style.

McCain-Palin08!!!

ANGIE   September 26th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

SOMEONE PLEASE GET THIS LYING FRAUD OUT OF MY STATE!!!!!!!! SEND HER BACK TO ALASKA SO THE TROOPER GATE CAN BE INVESTIGATED

WhoIsPalin?   September 26th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

Run CARIBOU BARBIE Run!! All the way back to ALASKA!

Griff   September 26th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

Better than a Woman running for Office, in a Couitry full of Chauvanists. They would rather take a chance with a Liar: Barack Obama..

McSLICK   September 26th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

The on ly thing she is running away from is the issues and reporters

Darla (Edmonton, Canada)   September 26th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

The GOP need to send her back to Alaska so she can run with the deer and the antelope.

Vegas Barbie for Obama   September 26th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Too bad it doesn't pump any more blood to her brain so she can answer interview questions intelligently. Biden is going to tear her up and I for one, can't wait!

Charles   September 26th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Who cares? I mean, really, who cares? Kathleen Parker has it right. Sarah, just step down for the good of your party.

Moose & Squirrel 08 :)

JANE   September 26th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

When it's time to debate Joe Biden, Sarah Palin will call in sick.

Marshall   September 26th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Palin should step down for the good of the Country. After her three interviews America should be convinced this woman is clueless. I'm begging America, please do not leave our fate in this woman's hand. If McCain should win we will have the blind, cripple, and crazy.

Zaley   September 26th, 2008 3:59 pm ET

Palin has done too much damage to the ticket. It's too bad McCain didn't chose someone with a measurable IQ.

JD FROM NEW YORK   September 26th, 2008 3:59 pm ET

JOG ALL THE WAY BACK TO ALASKA….YOU ARE NOT QUALIFIED TO BE VP OR PRESIDENT…..NOTHING PERSONAL JUST THE FACTS….EVERYTIME YOU OPEN YOUR MOUTH IT SHOWS YOU ARE NOT QUALIFIED….YOU SOUND LIKE A HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT.

chelle   September 26th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

Wow!!!!….and the voters care about her jogging….why??????

Jill   September 26th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

Palin is pretending she's somethings she's not. …intelligent.

CW in PSL   September 26th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

The poor woman….go home and take care of your disabled kid and pregnant daughter and stop playing politician….this is not The West Wing……you are waaay out of your league!

Leah,Texas   September 26th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Hey Sarah - go ahead and jog on back to Alaska!

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