September 26, 2008
Posted: 11:38 AM ET
CNN

Watch: In her third TV interview, Gov. Sarah Palin raises eyebrows with some of her comments.

(CNN) – The United States should not second guess actions Israel takes in the name of security, Sarah Palin seemed to suggest in a Thursday interview.

The Republican VP nominee recently said that she would never "second guess Israel if that country decided to attack Iran." Speaking with Katie Couric of CBS News, she stood by that quote.

“We shouldn't second guess Israel's security efforts because we cannot ever afford to send a message that we would allow a second Holocaust, for one,” she said. “Israel has got to have the opportunity and the ability to protect itself. They are our closest ally in the Mideast. We need them. They need us. And we shouldn't second guess their efforts.”

The Alaska governor said the United States should be free to relay its rights our concerns, but “we don't have to second-guess what their efforts would be if they believe … that it is in their country and their allies, including us, all of our best interests to fight against a regime, especially Iran, who would seek to wipe them off the face of the earth,” said Palin. “It is obvious to me who the good guys are in this one and who the bad guys are.”

Palin spent the week meeting with foreign leaders in New York.

Filed under: Sarah Palin


Mike   September 26th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

and by the way Palin, there has already been a second and third and fourth holocaust….Or have you not heard about the ongoing genocide in Africa. Maybe you just don't care about that though, since there's no Moose Stew in Africa.

Jamie, Hattiesburg,MS   September 26th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

All of this is what has came back around to haunt the republicans.Thinking that just because they are "white" by firing up the base, country first that whole shameful republican convention was really a subleminal underhanded attempt by McCain to rally the white vote to not vote for this black man.You can't treat people they way they did and expect a good outcome.What goes around comes around.

Iris, NJ   September 26th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

I was wondering why her friends weren't voting for her. NOW I KNOW–there's no one home, but she's a lovely lady.

Obama/Biden 08

Harold   September 26th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

The slanderous comments on here are ridiculous. I would love to hold any of the people who leave comments here to their own standards.

It is obvious that most people are merely cheerleaders for their candidate instead of thinking about issues. It bears little difference than Yankees vs Red Sox.

fred   September 26th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

she crazy it sounds like bush and mccain about the war . trust me they say

ReMiWa   September 26th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

She's an idiot, plain and simple.

Its one thing to support and vote for McCain but she simply isn't worthy of the title "Vice President".

Her comments on Israel show her ignorance! She can't expound on anything. She can only repeat talking points given to her by her handlers. "We can't second guess Israel". Well Sarah, please tell me why? That 's what I want to know.

Should American taxpayers continue to support Israel financially when clearly we have our own financial problems? She we allow them to obliterate the Palestinians? Why Sarah??? Can you think for yourself?

Paula   September 26th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

She has been watching too many John Wayne movies.

Victor from MI   September 26th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Ready from day one!

Seattle Voter   September 26th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

What can I say….pretty face but no brain. Her rationale doesn't make any sense. Maybe she needs to go back to school and study US HISTORY AND WORLD HISTORY so she can add them to her resume. Seattle population is bigger than the state of Alaska. So I don't think she's ready to be VP. Maybe she can control Alaskans but not the rest of the main land USA.

McCain for Pres.   September 26th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

BARACK OBAMA HAS LESS EXPERIENCE THAN SARAH PALIN AND HE IS RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT. BE VERY AFRAID…..

ME   September 26th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Condoleza Rice had used the SAME EXACT wording….grow up kool aid drinkers.

INDEPENDANT VET   September 26th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

CHICKEN LITTLE , CNN FILLS IN WHERE HITLER LEFT OFF, BY SPREADING MORE LIES. FOR HE WAS A GREAT SPEECH WRITER ALSO.

tedious898   September 26th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

Sarah Palin does not have the intelligence or even understand the breadth/depth of the issues involving foreign relations. You simply cannot publically espouse or support a philosophy of Armagedon in the Middle East. Its as if she has no understanding of the history of the region. I would have thought it was part of the curriculi for a journalism degree. guess not!

Maybe she's using her responses from her beauty pageant. America I Give you Ms. South Carolina by way of Alaska. Find it on the map!

Vote Obama / Biden and save the world from a nuclear armed Palin

Lynn   September 26th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

Does anyone remember the Peter Principle which states "people tend to be promoted up to their level of incompetence" ?
Sarah Palin may have done well enough in her mayoral job or be popular as the Governer of Alaska…but Vice President may be just too much for her.

This principle can also be expressed in more simpler terms: The cream sours as it rises.

Ray, Boston MA   September 26th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

I told you guys don't make her meet world leaders
She thinks that she understands politics now!!

American and proud of it (OHIO)   September 26th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

AMERICA WE WILL NOT FALL FOR THE OKEY DOKE IN 08′

TOO MUCH "TRICKERY" WITH THE REPUBLICANS, THEY THINK WE ARE STUPID. NOT THIS TIME - NO WAY - MY KIDS NEED A FAIR CHANCE AT LIFE. MY 401 K IS NOW A 201 K THANKS BUSH!!!!!!!!!!!!

NO MC - PAIN FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

REPUBLICAN VOTING DEMOCRAT IN 2008

tulsa   September 26th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

bless her heart.

(if you're not from the south, that's an insult)

Karen from Charlottesville   September 26th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

When I hear her talk, I feel like I fell down the rabbit hole. She is really a discredit to women - her cutesy answers are completely inappropriate and don't fool anyone paying attention.

I hope for the good of this country that Americans see through this.

In my opinion, John McCain is a traitor to his country for jeopardizing us by choosing as his VP someone completey unprepared and unqualified. And in my mind, no matter how much "International Relations 101″ she gets fed, Sara Palin will NEVER be qualified.

Andy in Charlotte, NC   September 26th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

Why must we always come to Israel's defense? That's partly why so many Islamic extremists hate us. Let's stop entangling alliances, stop giving military aid to other countries, and stop policing the world! It's costing us allies and lots and lots of money!

Cam   September 26th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

Hey Pleading for America above:

Do your homework. McCain has missed the most votes out of any senator. To say Obama is not doing his job is a direct insult to McCain. Thanks for the free ammo.

gROOSE   September 26th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

Sarah Palin WANTS a Third World War. She's part of a rising number of Christians who believe we're in end times. They want a war between Iran-Russia-China vs. the USA and Israel to trigger Jesus's return, their ascendance to heaven, and all the other stuff from Revelations. Look up Christian dominionists, or even Rapture-ready.

To reiterate– she WANTS A WORLD WAR.

David   September 26th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

This is the smartest thing she has said since being chosen.

A vice president that understands the importance Israel has to America is the only one that can do the job right.

If America does not 100% defend Israel, it will lose all influence in the Middle East, and the future of our way of life will be in grave danger.

Why more of you didn't vote for Hillary, I'll never understand. But, now that we're past that, I'll take a "crazy" Palin and McCain that will keep the status quo over an egotistical Obama-Biden who is too uber-liberal for their own good!

Vote Canada!

Virginia Tech for OBAMA   September 26th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

I'm terrified at the fact that this is still a close race….

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

Janet, Senior White Female   September 26th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

OOPS! Again! I hope Iran doesn't fly over Alaska's Air Space!?????

Laughing   September 26th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

The only people dummer than Palin are those who actually think she is smart.

jaye   September 26th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

Every time Palin opens her mouth she proves to the American people that she is not even close to being vice presidential material.
She is just another mistake that John McCain made - proving to us that he is unfit for the presidency.
The 2 of them together spells doom to our country.

Smarter Than 5th Graders   September 26th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

Oh Lord, we've got one of those.

A women who thinks if she smiles and flips her hair, maybe America won't realize she doesn't have a brain.

Note to Sarah: When the reporter is smarter than you are, give it up, you're toast.

Deb   September 26th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

This woman can never be given the White House. I just hope Americans view it the same way I do. If McCain truly cared for his country he would not have picked Palin as his running mate. That to me is an irresponsible decision.

Bryan the independent   September 26th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

I hope Obama gets elected and shows everybody that there will be no change. I will laugh at all of the far lefts that post 99.9 % of these comments. Really, come on, really is that tax cut going to make such a huge difference that you can go and buy tons of stuff you normally wouldns

Frantz from Atlanta   September 26th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

I cringe each time I hear her speak.

Al Mellen   September 26th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

When the election is over,,,,,Sarah can go back to Alaska and shoot a moose,,,,,,.Since her arrival into BIG-BOY politics,,,,,,more than once has she shot herself in the foot. Later on in life when she has become a little wiser,,,,,,hopefully she will realize that McCain used her for John McCain's,,,,,,not America's best interests. McCain has Sarah out there on the stump PIMPING FOR HIM. I have the feeling that the once proud Senator is losing his mind. His has become paranoid over the presidency. Sarah has become the laughing stock of the world. Senator McCain should be ashamed of himself.

Brenda in Detroit   September 26th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

Oh Please. She is disgusting - stupid. This is sad and it would be funny if it wasn't so scary. She has no idea what she is talking about. It seems that she wants EVERYONE attacked - Iran, Russia. She needs to go back to her life in Alaska with her wacky, weird comments. Can she see Israel from her kitchen window? She isn't qualified to make a statement about anything. I bet the GOP wishes McCain had done some vetting on this woman. She is out of it.

Todd   September 26th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

I sure wish Palin would stop talking, she's killing McCain's chances of winning. Picking her was a terrible mistake, but if she stops talking we might still be able to win.

ME   September 26th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

A see all the paid Obama bloggers are out in full force today!

Cathy from Colorado   September 26th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

Your comment is awaiting moderation.

This woman is a disgrace!!!

A critical thinker she is not.

Please America, vote for your future.

Please take me off moderation.

Jess   September 26th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

I can see GOP pulling a 'wardrobe malfunction' during the VP debate..

Mike   September 26th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

What an idiot. Palin, Wake up pretty please. Stop with the beauty pageant answers. The real world is complicated, and guess what? Israel is not always right, or acting with our best interest in mind. If they screw up we will let them know, just as we would any other nation. After all, self-proclaimed bulldog in lipstick, don't Republicans pride themselves on being the world's watchdogs? Maybe you should stick to not making statements to the press, m'kay?!?

Clay   September 26th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

So we're all supposed to bow down before Israel, a nation that condones and practices state sanctioned executuons of those it deems to be its enemies. Well, to hell with that and to hell with Palin: the only woman in government who is a greater disgrace to all women than Pelosi. To Hell with them both…While the greatest rat of them all, Hoyer, whips his majorly minor meat in the background.

Vincent, Great Lakes Illinois   September 26th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Well Sarah,

This coming from a person who stated, “…our next door neighbors are foreign countries. They're in the state that I am the executive of,”

What the heck????? "They're (Russia and Canada) in the state that I am executive of."

You are in the state of Alaska, Russia and Canada are not a part of Alaska. You my dear, are in a state of confusion.

John McCain should have second guessed his pick of you for V.P. Personally, I would have picked Heidi Klum as she has far more international experience and is better looking.

Cathy from Colorado   September 26th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

This woman is a disgrace!!!

A critical thinker she is not.

Please America, vote for your future.

Patrick Lewis   September 26th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Holly crap! Ok, Republicans, how is this not just crazy? Sure it plays well to the Bubba vote, but what this kind of thing does is give free reign to Israel to suck us into a further war with the Islamic Faith.

Caribou Barbie can talk tough about Obama all she likes, but saber rattling like this has ramifications. My god, don't let this woman anywhere near the Presidency!

Anonymous   September 26th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

maybe palin is going through the change of life, she tries to talk like a child, every time she opens her mouth something rediculous comes out, guys, gals, give me a break.

Brian Knoxville TN   September 26th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

All you partisans on both sides should cool it. Do we need to crucify anyone we don't agree with? My take on Sarah Palin? Is she a bright, successful woman and mother? You bet! Is she qualified to be VP? No way! Has she been treated like sht by the McCain campaign? ABSOLUTELY! She never had a chance because the McCain camp never had her back. You can see her lack of self-confidence in her face. The true sexists in this campaign are John McCain and his staff. If I were her, I'd leave this trainwreck and head home. No one would think the less of her if she did. Anyone who still thinks McCain should be President shouldn't be allowed to vote. PERIOD!

A.D. Vasquez (in Pasadena)   September 26th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

I hope Senator Biden is able to address some of this garbage that she's been spewing lately "if" and when they meet next week.

But I also sincerely hope that he does not come across as too aggressive and thus diminish the vast emptiness of her words and candidancy and have it turned around and it become about him rather than her ineptness.

arc, Lugano CH   September 26th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

Beltway Insider September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET
I swear to god, she must be even dumber than W.
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You should see the reaction of people in Europe and elsewhere. It's almost like the rest of the world is in shock at the depth of dishonesty displayed every day by McCain and the simple stupidity displayed every day by Palin. It's fascinating.

Brian   September 26th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

What an idiot. A good friend and ally is not just there to support you, they are also there to be your number one critic. We should second guess EVERYTHING they do, as we should second guess everything WE do. And they should return the favor! That's how an alliance works!

Diane   September 26th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

I am truly trying to understand why anyone could think that Palin could function as VP, let alone Pres. I guess it's just people who support their party (Republican) no matter what. No thinking person could actually believe she is capable of successfully filling the role. Anyone care to help me understand WHY she could do this job? Because I'm not seeing it. At all.

Johnny (Mc) come lately...   September 26th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

We heard this one already during her first interview. If the McCain camp legitimately likes and respects this woman, why don't they write her some new material.

"Don't blink" "Don't 2nd guess Israel" "Thanks but no thanks!"

Yes, Sarah. Thanks but no thanks!

BAD GUYS   September 26th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

"We know who the bad guys are. Bad guys wear black masks and striped shirts."

OS   September 26th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

I am waiting to see her debate with Joe Biden.

Raoul   September 26th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

Our society should respect education and intelligence and reject this person. She is a joke. An ignorant, poorly informed joke.

Hazel, IN   September 26th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

She's no Einstein, but she doesn't have to be a genius. The purpose of Sarah's selection was to solidify the base. She did that. Too bad John is stuck with her. She can't put together one intelligent sentence.

Katie Couric asked for specific examples of John McCain being a maverick in Congress, other than Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Sarah's answer:
"l'll try to find that out and get back ta ya."

Well, don't hold your breath on that one America because she's educationally challenged.

Cam   September 26th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Posted by Yes!!!!!! above:

What is the criticism here?

"Does ANY country - including the US- accord other countries, even allies the RIGHT to second-guess them?

This is standard fare- each nation is sovereign and does not allow OTHER nations the right to dictate their policy- especially when it concerns security.What is the criticism here?"

Okay, I guess the only way other countries should allow the U.S. to second guess them is if the U.S. attacks a soverign nation through an illegal war……..second guessing other nations is called DIPLOMACY. It is something Americans should learn to use in the foreign arena as it costs a lot less than wars.

Steve/ Houston,TX   September 26th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

At this point in the juncture, how can anyone still be undecided? The choice is clear. Continue to sink into a financial disaster= McCain/Palin. Turn this country around and back into a surplus= Obama/Biden. It is really that simple people.

Shame on Palin   September 26th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

She is a total IDIOT and has no clue that she is a joke. It's more than scary — she doesn't realize she sounds so STUPID and wants to lead this country. Lord have mercy.

Wonder how in the world people in Alaska even chose her for their state???

David Charlotte NC   September 26th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

This woman has no clue what she is talking about. Sad.

No more McPalin   September 26th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Guys and Gals…I'm really stupid!

WHAT DUH?   September 26th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

What Duh???????????????
"Good Guys" and "Bad Guys"…………………Did this women even graduate high school? I have a 12 year old daughter who is smarter than this nit-wit. Sarah Palin is a complete discrace to Women.
I am sorry, John McCain is very sexist…………First he choose this woman without any background checks (Kind of like he met her a in a bar and took her home……………..and now she just won't go away)

oh no   September 26th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

what?

rgl   September 26th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Anyone, Republic, Democrat, man or woman, who may, by circumstance or otherwise, wind up as the CEO of America, should be deemed unfit for office after making a statement that basically says that 'regardless of the US national interest, we will support a nation, in this case Israel, in whatever they decide to do in the name of THEIR national interest.'

You already has a financial melt-down because America's leaders decided to work in favour of Wall Street's interest vice the national interest. Look where it got you. A financial mushroom cloud.

By ignoring what is really in the US' national interest for Israel's, the next mushroom cloud may be literal.

repubfail   September 26th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

Palin, we love you whatever you say.

Wake Up!!!   September 26th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

McCain for Pres. September 26th, 2008 2:04 pm ET
To all the people making fun of Sarah Palin, You need to be afraid, because she has more on the ball and more experience than your presidential candidate and that's a fact that should really scare you. Comparing her to Biden is like comparing Obama to McCain, but she is running for VP not President. I guess that's why all you can do is tomock her, but the joke is on you.

This is exactly what I mean when I said that Mccain supporters make up false arguments to support huge mistakes made by the mccain campaign. If Mccain would have chosen Gov. Romney the race would be much closer. The point is that Mccain has mad costly errors that will cost him this election, and people are still supporting him.

BOB   September 26th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

Well I can see most of your comments here are from Obama people wake up he says alot of STUPID stuff himself or maybe not the teleprompter tells him what to say at least Sarah dosen't studder..

Wake-up America   September 26th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

Palin is a complete IDIOT!!! First of all Israel has a smart Government that believes in diplomacy and discussing situation with there allies, the US. So I doubt we would ever have to second guess them because, AIR HEAD, we would probably have already been part of the decision. Go back to Alaska, you make me sick!!!

Debbie   September 26th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

I wonder if she could find Israel on a map or pronounce the Prime Minister's name?

If so, then judging by the Bush yardstick, she's sufficiently qualified for the job to which she aspires.

Margaret   September 26th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

Let put country first and vote for Obama-Biden
McCain is 72 years old and sickly. We cannot put
Palin in line to run this great coubtry. Sje may gey made and
put our nuclear weapons on ebay.
At least Obama has Joe Biden as a back-up, McCain has Palin.
Country first, vote Obama-Biden

Rj   September 26th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

WE ARE IN A RACE BETWEEN EDUCATION AND CATASTROPHE…

Jew for Obama   September 26th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

Oy vey!

Dylan   September 26th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

Poor Sarah…that was just AWFUL! Good looks and charm just aren't going to cut it. Especially when McCain's age and health to last at least 4 years as President are in doubt.

editorjim   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

Holy Mother of God!
I feel like I'm taking crazy pills!

Frank from Peterborough   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

This stupid statement sure makes me glad I'm a Canadian and as bad we might think some of our politicians are I am forever grateful they had the common sense to second guess Bush with his invasion of Iraq.

If Sara Palin were a disease she'd be incurable. Imagine just blindly supporting anyone without looking for the facts. She is nuts!

Paul   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

War monger.

victor,nj   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

GOOD GUYS AND BAD GUYS? WHAT IS SHE 8 YEARS OLD? THAT 6 COLLEGES IN 5 YRS EDUCATION IS REALLY SHOWING.

female canadian hockey fan   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

What did I think of her interview…..let me get back to you!

nora   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

Lets give Sarah a break here. She like knows where Russia is. She like understands the good guys and the bad guys. You know the good guys wear white and the bad guys wear black. Perhaps John will let her answer more questions later. Until then we all must with be satisfied with the few humorour times we get to hear her.

Preston   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

You have to be really, really pathetic to make Dan Quayle look good. But Sarah Palin has succeeded. God help this country - and the world - if she ever gets anywhere near the White House.

Fed up with the lies   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

Dixie September 26th, 2008 1:58 pm ET

Iran has continually stated that they wanted to wipe Israel off the map. They should have our support to decide what is right for "their" future. Obama has stated repeatedly his dislike of Israel until he started campaigning for POTUS. We can't afford to have him as head of our National Security.
_____________________________

Dixie, where do you get your news? From Rush Limbaugh? Obama has never expressed anything but respect for Israel. Stop making up lies and go back to Fox news where you evidently belong.

liz , St. Louis MO   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

I could be wrong but it seems to me like Palin is not 'at ease' during interviews and while she takes her time to 'respond to questions sometimes the 'answers and incoherent or questions do not get answered as asked. On this very sensitive issue, this sort of answer can raise eye brows!

PTA mom   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

It's tempting to think of Palin as a perfectly nice woman who is just way out of her league. But then you think of her choice to be blessed by a minister that Palin knew had proudly run a "witch" out of her Kenyan village. And the pressure her Governor's office put on an Alaskan Workers Compensation clerk to deny her ex-brother-in-law's claim for an injury suffered in the line of duty. Incidents like these raise far graver questions about Palin's fitness for the office of Vice President than a silly interview answer. Please cover these fully, CNN.

Patrick Henry, Ft. Myers   September 26th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

Peace can only be achieved when you have enemies that are willing to consider being your friends.

Does any logical human being who has read, watched, or listened to any of the spew from Iran's President, any radical Islamic clerics, or any one of Bin-Ladens team–really believe they will ever just settle their differences with infidels and eastern/ western zionists.

Hector, CA   September 26th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

How does she expect to negotiate with Iran when she is already calling them "the bad guys"? How does she expect to negotiate peace in the middle east when she says she will never second-guess Israel, but will apparently second guess Palestine? Sounds like someone who would decide to go to war "without blinking". I didn't believe this was possible, but she's even scarier than Bush.

McCain THE LIAR   September 26th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

Good guys? Bad guys? We are not playing cops and robbers! "In my world…" what world Palin, are you living in. You mean in you pea sized brain? You should bow out. I would like to give you credit for knowing when you are over your head, but I can't. You don't even think there is a problem here. That is more than scary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

simp   September 26th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

this woman is scary. I watched some of this interview and she made absolutely no sense to me. This is the pit bull with lipstick that's a heart beat away from commander and chief? Are you stupid republicians serious? She has been a smoke screen for mcsane's campaign since day one, I laugh at all you idiots who was suckered in by her now you see why they kept her under wraps so, she maybe a ok mayor, but governor, VP or maybe president she is not qualified.

Obama/Biden

Pleading for America   September 26th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

People, I know how hard it is for most of us to recognize honor when it is right in front of us… it is a rare attribute these days. Who would we want for President, one who persues his own interests, who is absent from work like he has been most of his polical carreer, or one who forgets his own personal agenda and rushes to address what he considers a threat to the well being of the American people?
Say what you want about Palin's inexpirience. She is learning fast, and will make mistakes. Better now than latter. McCain is the real deal, if we can't see Obama for the traitor he is and would be as President, our country is selfish, weak and ready for a fall. Only faith, integrity, self restraint, and self-lessness will save our country. God first, Country second, Family third, Community fifth, selfish entitlement a very distant sixth.

Victor from MI   September 26th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

"I can see Israel from my house!" - Palin the Failin

Tim   September 26th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

Shows how truely out of touch this soccor mom is.
Another "holocaust"???
Isreal is just a middle eastern extension of the USA.
The world knows this and will act accordingly.
Please don't let this imposter into office.
The only state that would ahve her is full of rejects and people hiding from the real world.

Ann M.   September 26th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

Ms. Palin doesn't have a clue about the subject. The USA second guesses Israel all the time.

I just came back from Israel the early part of this month - one of the recurring complaints I heard was that the USA meddles too much in Israeli internal affairs and that the Israeli government defers too often to the wishes of Washington because they don't want to put the US's aid to them at risk.

I suggest Ms. Palin bow out gracefully and get an education in economics (local and global) and international affairs - then maybe she can say something knowledgeable and coherent.

Heaven help us!

Darrel from Denver   September 26th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

Well, there you go! Happy to support any war that might arise. Spoken like a true neo-con with their finger on the trigger.

Friends should always be in a position to advise friends. Sometimes they need second-guessed to ensure they do not drive themselves, and in this case the world, into the ditch.

Start up the draft. We are going to need a much larger military when the Republicans are put in charge for another 8 years. We will be involved in several more wars on several more fronts, it appears.

Perusing-Through   September 26th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

SUPPORT EACH OTHER INDEFINITELY; BUT . . . .

. . . there is no nation on this earth where we as Americans should not apply President Ronald Reagan's mantra "TRUST, BUT VERIFY". Wise and discerning leaders should always know the smallest details of both its friends and its adversaries when it comes to international issues that may have life & death implications, or may impact a nation's good health and survival.

Clearly, Sarah Palin is NOT thoughtful enough to explain such a simple principle.

B.Travers   September 26th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

Watching from way up North!
Way to go Sarah! The folks calling you down or against you seem to be very jealous of you. A lot of SEXISM, the same thing they did to Hilary even though she belonged to same party. As for the people who appear to be so concerned about John Mccain kicking the bucket soon and referring to Sarah as being a heart beat away if McCain should win the presidency. Maybe another nickname is in the works for Sarah: "America's Heartbeat." As far as Biden goes, you have to feel sorry for him especially when he comes to face to face with Palin in a debate. Sure Biden has been a Senator all his life but Sarah proves she can multi task right from being a mother to dealing with politics. She's one tough intelligent woman and she will pull through despite all the name calling and put downs. Go McCain! Go Palin!

America First   September 26th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

People who do not support the right for Israel to exist, and to be free to make their own decisions sound like a bunch of Anti-American/Anti-Israel flag burners.

Sick..Get out of my country!

Toni   September 26th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

She probably never even meet a jewish person snice becoming a canidate for vice president. Please!

Larry   September 26th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

"Kung Fu": Original Pilot Movie

First Broadcast: February 22, 1972

"If one's words are not better than silence, one should keep silent." -Kwai Chang Caine

Sarah Palin needs to get all the seasons one, two and three and educate herself

madeline   September 26th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

In all seriousness McCain needs to get her to step down.
She clearly has no grasps on foreign policy.She has no grasp on the way the world works.If Palin believes in good guys,bad guys,she could start another war with the snap of a finger.
Our name is already mud in the world after 8 years of Bush. Palin and the hotheaded McCain who sees everyone who doesn't carry an American flag and all other countries as enemies or potential enemies would make sure we stay in the mud and into another war.
This is danerous folks and the media better do their job or risk helping initiate another Iraq war.

Ed, Santa Fe, NM   September 26th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

she just opens her mouth like a dumb pageant contestant and blathers a bunch of buzz words without understanding any of the concepts or the consequences…. give her the miss congeniality award and then SHUT HER UP….

what a brainless wonder

D   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

God said to (Israel)..Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob…
I will bless the nation that blesses you and curse the nation that curses you….

Go Israel!

Go Palin

I'm Independent, converted to R for this election…

Beltway Insider   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

I weep for the future of this country if someone this ignorant is elected as vice-president. Every single thing she says is meaningless blather, empty soundbites, or just plain wrong. I swear to god, she must be even dumber than W.

Jamie   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Yes all you liberals who seem oblivous to the real world dont understand Israels position. They are surronded by over a hundred million hostile people who want to exterminate them, they are entitled to take actions in their self defence that they deem neccasary. Palin hit this one on the nail. Though many of you would rather continue your trend of appeasment, which we all know worked so well in stoping Hitler and WW2.

Forrest Gump   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Mama always said to watch out for dem pitbulls. They will bite ya…. and leave ya fatally wounded …like my friend bubba wuz. She said they dem pitbulls belong locked up somewhere…..somewhere cold…like Alaska. She also told me not to let dem pitbulls in the White Hause…..they'll just tear up the new plastic on mama's old sofa. Mama wouldn't like that.

Roberto   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

If Bush/Cheney were bad, i don't even want to imagine Mcain/Palin in the White House. What is this woman talking about? no wonder they have her on a press leash. the things she says further convinces me that her nomination for VP is one of the most desperate political stunt/joke to try to steal votes, do they think we're stupid?

I think we could maybe be forgiven for re-electing Bush, under the cirmstances in which we were after september 11, but to vote Mcain/Palin, is absurd!!! it is actually insulting!

with what we hear coming out of their mouth, they're right about change, Change for the worse! even Bush has realized he put his foot in his mouth.

Vote for Mcain/Palin and see what happens!

lyn   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

What the hell is this woman talking about, Wake up America, Bush & Cheney dig a hole, McSame & Palin will put the dirt on top of you, I say to you wake up open your eyes and election Obama & Biden.

Darryl Arlington   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

She is a brainless women, she gave thought a great chance however wht word that follow cause the utmost confusion.

Let her not try to complete one straight sentence…

sophia from NY   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

yo, so i live in New York City and I can see New Jersey from my rooftop. I also can experience any culture, any cuisine in the world, in all its authenticity, just a subway ride away. Oh, and when I do take the subway, more often than not the subway car I am in has people who speak 20 different languages. I also know how to hail a cab when 20 other people are waiting for cabs too. Oh I am sooo the expert on foreign policy and diplomatic relations, and just - you know - getting things done around the city. And in case you were wondering, I am the one who keeps an eye on Jersey… from my rooftop.

Retired Army Guy   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Just curious… Up there in Alaska, do they train the caribou and other animals to kick the governor in the head? She obviously has had her brain rattled by something, because her thoughts and her statements (at least the statements the media ALLOWS us to hear) are idiotic and senseless.

Sarah Palin is a MORON!

Go, Obama, Go!!!

Stick To The Issues.   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

So Robert, (2:03),

How do you really feel about women, this "Lipstick" routine is getting a little old, so what's your shadeof lipstick?

Get real people, stop the cat fights!

Dana   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Ummm well good thing her button is not on the trigger- although I never agree with President Bush- he did make a good call in telling Isreal we will NOT support a Pre-emptive strike on Iran due to the instability it would cause (to say the least). So if Sarah Palin was in office- we wouldn't second guess Israel and would be further stretching our overburdened forces to fight in Iran… possibly kicking off WWIII???
I feel bad for Sarah Palin because she is going to be the scapegoat for the failure of this ticket- and I honestly feel she bit off far more than she could chew and had no idea until it was too late. Be that what it may—- McCain/Palin is not what our country needs right now or ever.

Obama/Biden 08

Best Comment Ever   September 26th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Helena Shaw's comment is priceless. Do a search for Helena Shaw's comment

Leonardo   September 26th, 2008 2:09 pm ET

Whoopdedo.

Dick Cheney sounds more balanced
than this minnow from Alaska.

sonny c.   September 26th, 2008 2:09 pm ET

Why do we, The United States of America, NEED Israel as an ally ?

Deb n Texas   September 26th, 2008 2:09 pm ET

What is this fool talking about! Can someone ask her what cloud is she on?

Was on the Fence   September 26th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Would someone please tell me why I should even re-consider voting for McCain/Palin? Some answers, please. If you need to go "find some and get back" to me later, go ahead. I understand you may need some time to find some specific ones.

In the meantime, I am off for my Palin "foreign policy experience." Going to my ninth country, just to visit! Oh, wait, that means I have so much more "foreign policy experience" than Palin!

Rhonda   September 26th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Apparently her meeting with AIPAC went stunningly well for ISRAEL.

She is not qualified to hold office, someone who will not question the actions of another nation is not strong enough a leader to run the United States.

He's Not Hero   September 26th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

McCain left his wife Carol, and 3 kids for a roll in the hay with Cindy Lou. Yes, Cindy Lou got the man, but she didn't get the prize.

His first wife won because she was able to raise three kids alone, and hold her head high with dignity. Yes, John pays for her medical bills, but he should pay for a whole lot more. He gave her two houses, and left her in the dust.

Shame on John, and shame on Cindy Lou for cheating with a married man.

In Novemeber, I will say no thanks to John and his cohorts, no thanks to John and his trophy wife and trophy VP. The man is not a hero, but a fraud.

arc, Lugano CH   September 26th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

good guys…bad guys…baddies?

President Palin, you sound like Monica!

We love you Sarah!

AB   September 26th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Both Palin and McCain make Bush look like a genius!

Mannn… I never thought I'd say that!

OBAMA '08!

ME   September 26th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Anyone know how much money has Obama recieved for his Pres Campaign from Goldman Sachs? nearly $700,000.00….
Nice
Why are CNN Pundits allowed to spread lie after blatant lie?
CNN - ALL BIAS. ALL BULL

Where's the story of Biden shutting out the press from his meeting with Georgia's President? Where's the story of all his STUPID responses to Katie??????? His gaffs of the campaign trail?
Where's the ad about his previous brain aneurysms and possible brain damage as reason for his stupid gaffs?

Jorge   September 26th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Her answers to questions sound like the ones you hear in a beauty pageant when the contestants are trying to appear intelligent.

Oh, wait…

RYAN kr Jr   September 26th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Sarah Palin is uninformed and naive when it comes to national or international policy, lying on energy supply to US 3% T 20%, WHAT ABOUT BRIDGE AND ROAD TO NOWHERE? Sarah's answers yesterday shows inexperience, incompetent to be great nation VP whether is questions on Isreal, Iran, Russia, Iraq, Pakistan etc…it was like listening to my grandma tells bedtime stories.

Bryan Todd   September 26th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

It is "obvious" you don't understand. If you believe in a simplistic good vs. evil argument, you're as dense as the current administration on the Middle East.

Kelby from Houston, TX   September 26th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

No, they are not our closest ally. They had information on the 9/11 attacks before it happened and they did not share their intel with us. Either they didn't share it with us or the administration allowed the attack to happen

Porter   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

She is dumb. Plain and simple.

Jim   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

“It is obvious to me who the good guys are in this one and who the bad guys are.”

Yes it is, Cariboo Barbie. It's obvious to us too. That's while you'll be sent packing back to Alaska come November.

Ms. J   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

Kevin I LUV U

War with Iran: 3 trillion dollars
War with Russia: 9 trillion dollars
Purchase of U.S. by China and Middle East: priceless.

Somethings money can't buy.

For everything else, there's the national debt.

:-) :-) :-) :-)

Maureen / Newman, California   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

@ watching closely - The GOP is doing this. But keep in mind that Palin does not fully support women's rights either.

James in NJ   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

Republicans, you can look yourself in the mirror and say that she is better than Huckabee and Romney!
Now folks in all seriousness I know she would like to be President but she actually makes GW Bush look Brilliant! Please middle states of the US cut it out! She is hot, she has drive, but I get scared when I think of her in front of the UN!
Another vote for Non Erratic Obama/Biden in 08!

ME   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

How much money has Obama recieved for his Pres Campaign from Goldman Sachs? nearly $700,000.00
Nice
Why are CNN Pundits allowed to spread lie after blatant lie?
CNN - ALL BIAS. ALL BULL

Where's the story of Biden shutting out the press from his meeting with Georgia's President? Where's the story of all his STUPID responses to Katie??????? His gaffs of the campaign trail?
Where's the ad about his previous brain aneurysms and possible brain damage as reason for his stupid gaffs?

Becky   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

Some refer to Sarah Palin as a "quick study". Well, someone tell her to go back to school and study.

Spadam   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

She has no clue about anything.

Brain in DC   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

On experience: Bush has the most experience of all. Should we keep him a little longer? How about Cheney??

Chris in Columbus   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

If ignorance is bliss… she must be in heaven.

Concerned INDEPENDENT CT voter   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

THIS IS NO LONGER "CUTE"

She should think… & blink.. but really think sometimes before she speaks…

-V

JOHN McSAME IS DUCKING THE DEBATES   September 26th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

THIS WOMAN IS JUST PLAIN SCARY!

for a 72yr old man's decision to have this CLUELESS EX-BEAUTY QUEEN a hairs breath away from the presidency is even SCARIER!

GOD BLESS AMERICA!

ONLY OBAMA/BIDEN ARE THE TRUE LEADERS IN THIS RACE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bob   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

how come we've never had a Jewish President or V.P.?

Sammy   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Everyone second guesses the US. So the US should feel free to second guess everyone else in return. Thats how the world works. And….. goodguys/badguys? A VP hopeful should be a little better than that.

WI Cheesehead   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

“It is obvious to me who the good guys are in this one and who the bad guys are.” does this sound Bush-like or is it just me.

Another White Educated Over 40 Former Clinton-voting Woman for Obama!   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Oh dear, looks like she got out of the attic again…

Where are the men in white suits when you need 'em?

ME   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Why are CNN Pundits allowed to spread lie after blatant lie?
CNN - ALL BIAS. ALL BULL

Where's the story of Biden shutting out the press from his meeting with Georgia's President? Where's the story of all his STUPID responses to Katie??????? His gaffs of the campaign trail?
Where's the ad about his previous brain aneurysms and possible brain damage as reason for his stupid gaffs?

Bama for Obama   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Do we really want another trigger happy person in the White House?

Pro-Israel for Obama   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

I'm Jewish and have been dedicated to the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel for many years. The choice in this election could not be clearer. If we care about peace, we vote for Obama.

victor,nj   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

IF THIS TWO CLOWN GET ELECTED THE NATION WOULD BE AT WAR BY SPRING OF 2009. THEY WANT TO FIGHT RUSSIA, IRAN, IRAQ, AFGHANISTAN AND LETS NOT FORGET THAT MCCAIN ALREADY DECLARED SPAIN AN ADVERSARY. BY 2010, CANADA WOULD HAVE TO CLOSELY PROTECT IT BORDERS FROM AMERICAN DEFECTS.

gman   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

I guess she didn't learn anything from her "speed dating" at the UN.

Paul   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Palin is right on the money. We can't afford to lose our closest ally in the Mid-east … And Iran should be wiped off the map. No brainer for True Americans.

A.D. Vasquez (in Pasadena)   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

To answer YES!!!

Her answer would better fit your attempt at justification if she was representing Israel, but seeing as how she is running to be OUR Vice President, I would counter with a big, fat NO!!!

We DO NOT let other countries, even Israel, decide our security policy, unchecked no less. To do so would be utterly MORONIC!

P. D.   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

What did we expect from a woman who went to four different colleges in five years? Did we expect a expert? Not from the Republicans, all they need is a 'R' next to their name. No experience necessary.

Billy   September 26th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Many people here say we can't second guess a sovereign nation. So that does that mean we should immediately begin pulling our troops from Iraq since that is what they have asked and they are sovereign?

kimtravels   September 26th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

Palin = Epic Failure

Rj   September 26th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

"we are in a race between education and catastrophe"

Fed up with the lies   September 26th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

I thought Mr. McCain would be a terrible President to beging with, and he has proven me right by his choice of a running mate. How did she get elected in Alaska, with her poor communication skills? It doesn't say much about the intelligence in Alaska does it?

Brain in DC   September 26th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

Thinking of the prospect of having more of the same: Look back, where we are, and think how much damage a president can do to the nation per year, … or even in a few months. Can't afford to take more.

October 2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   September 26th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

Sarah……………………………..October 2 is coming
Sarah……………………………..October 2 is coming
Sarah……………………………..October 2 is coming
Sarah……………………………..October 2 is coming
Sarah……………………………..October 2 is coming
Sarah……………………………..October 2 is coming
Sarah……………………………..October 2 is coming
Sarah……………………………..October 2 is coming

Time to hit the books Sarah. Why don't you see if you can find some of the those old library books you like banning so well.

Mary   September 26th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

Firing people who don't support you even if they are from your own party is not called shaking up or going against your party or whatever else you want to call it. It's called vindictivenss.
God help us all if this woman is a heart beat away from the presidency.

laughing all the way to a democratic victory   September 26th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

Another war monger. Maybe we should attack Russia from her back yard. We should second guess any country who attacks another country. What is wrong with this womans thought process? This is Bush thinking all the way. She would have us fighting on as many fronts as she has lipstick.

Silly seaon   September 26th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

question… yes

disagree… yes

But second guess another sovereign nation? Since when. The USA would never allow itself to be second guessed.

Stupid question.

Dan , TX   September 26th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

You are with us or against us. You can not see that there are two valid sides to any disagreement. That is why we are in such dire trouble. No compromise, no respect for dissenting views.

James Baker, Las Vegas, Nevada   September 26th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

WATCHING PALIN ANSWER QUESTIONS ON FOREIGN POLICY IS LIKE WATCHING A CHICKEN LOOKING AT A WRIST WATCH … SHE HASN'T GOT A CLUE. THE WORLD MUST THINK WE ARE A NATION OF IDIOTS IF THIS IS THE BEST WE CAN OFFER FOR NATIONAL OFFICE.

New Day   September 26th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

Awwwwww Lay off Sarah!!!!! I hate people that criticize Sarah just because she has no clue and talks out of her butt. I think she is a smart woman. It just so happens that politics isnt her field of expertise, is all.

siamak   September 26th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

Lets for a while accept this lie that Iran can possibly wipe out isreal. What does it have to do with America. Is Isreal cares about the U.S economy? Is israeil a part of U.S allies in Iraq or afghanistan. What about Vietnam, are they supported U.S . Please show me an incident where Israeil helped U.S in one of its crisis.
In Isreail there are living people who like everybody else have the right to live and raise their childern. But does it mean that it should be included in the U.S presidentail debates?

andy   September 26th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

Do you people posting even know what "second guessing" means? She is saying we should not be getting forcefully involved in Israel's business. She said we can voice our opinions and concerns if we have a problem with something Israel is doing, but if Israel decides they need to bomb Iran because they fear a nuclear attack, you think we should impose our will on Israel to prevent them doing so? To what end? Going to war with Israel or should we just wait until Iran carries out what it's been calling for for decades and nukes them? Seriously, I'm really confused as to why there is any problem with what Palin said.

…and yes, there is most definitely good and evil in the world, you libs all love to use that term when demonizing Bush. Calling for the complete extermination of an entire race of people is evil any way you slice it. You bleeding hearts should realize that.

Yea Right, DC   September 26th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

McCan't thought that by putting up an attractive woman, that people would not really listen to what was coming out of her mouth…WRONG!

Just what we need in the White House, a moose-hunting, shoot-from-the-hip Barbie Doll.

McCain for Pres.   September 26th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

To all the people making fun of Sarah Palin, You need to be afraid, because she has more on the ball and more experience than your presidential candidate and that's a fact that should really scare you. Comparing her to Biden is like comparing Obama to McCain, but she is running for VP not President. I guess that's why all you can do is tomock her, but the joke is on you.

Stacy from Loudoun County, VA   September 26th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

I have to respectfully disagree with Governor Palin. Israel would not even think about doing anything without consulting the United States. They have never really acted unilaterally in foreign actions. We should be working together with our NATO, Israel, Arab and European allies, much like we did in Desert Storm, in a united coalition if needed. Not allowing Israel to go off on a crazy bombing campaign.

Dino, MN   September 26th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

I like that phrase too, let's try it again.

One house

One car

One wife

One man

Obama For America.

jaxi   September 26th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

I wonder what crisis McCain can come up with to delay the VP debate…She makes Biden look like Einstein!

And the whole "good guys/ bad guys" comment….yikes…What is she 12?

This woman may know Alaska but I think her world ends at it's border and I'm pretty sure she should go back there and not gum up the national airwaves anymore…

meiko   September 26th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

"NEVER TRUST ANYONE." Go watch Damages. Such a naive person!

Independent   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

She apparently also said in the interview that the worst thing Dick Cheney ever did was shoot his friend with a gun (see Ed Schulz show).

Dave   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Wow, looks like the Mclame camp needs to lock her back up, lol. As a independant, her interviews, and other Mclame activities over the last few days allowed me to make a decision. Go Obama/Biden

Ron from Baltimore   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

And here it was revealed by the White House that Bush "told" Israel not to attack Iran. Israel was informing Bush, not asking permission, but second-guess them he did and said "don't do it."

Gov. Palin, what say you to that?

Lauren in California   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Once again sarah looked confused as she desperately searched for the correct answer that she had been coached on. She is an empty headed puppet who is being led around by the mccain camp. The sad part about it for all women is that this woman will be cited for decades as the reason women should not be in politics.

David Goldman for OBAMA   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

AS AN AMERICAN JEW, I DON'T EVEN WANT

THIS IGNORANT WOMAN EVEN SAYING THE

WORDS ISRAEL OR AMERICA.

sue   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Sorry, last post meant to say "It doesn't make what the nation does, right."

Robert - Atlanta   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Well, at least we know what happened to Xena Princess Warrior. She may have retired from movie making but she is swinging away in politics. This woman is a nut job BIG TIME. Never second guess someones actions. I guess if they blow another country off the face of the map and they said, "oh, they threatended us" would be a good enough explanation for her. McCain is a hot head and as we can all see he found the best running mate he could….another hot head just with lipstick this time.

Rj   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

The heat tiles are coming off…

Michael, watching from Canada   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

To Yes!!!

You completely missed Palin's point…..

She is saying that Israel can do whatever they want, but…

if Israel decides to invade Iran, the US should not second guess them!!

So what you are saying is that if Russia attacks Georgia, the US should not second guess Russia!!

Independent   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

I really hope people are paying attention…she makes me very uneasy!

J e r o n i m o !   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

I wouldn't let that caribou catcher walk my dog!

Wake up America!

There's nothing cool about being dumb!

Vegas Barbie for Obama   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

She didn't know what she was saying. She said we shouldn't second-guess Israel, but when Katie Couric turned it around on her, she was all "well, we, blah, blah, blah"…she was tripping all over herself. Must not be room for too many thoughts in her head, so she keeps bumping into the few thoughts she has and regurgitating them again.

WI Cheesehead   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

VP debate Thursday, October 2 Washington University in St. Louis, Mo. Gwen Ifill PBS moderator.

Q for Palin: You have repeatedly said “I am ready to serve”. Can you please give specifics.
A from Palin: You can ask me for specifics and if you do I’ll get back to you.

Palin interview summary:
First interview, with ABC's Charlie Gibson, she blanked out when asked about the Bush doctrine.
Her sit-down with Fox's Sean Hannity was a GOP infomercial.
Latest face-to-face, with Katie Couric of CBS, she looked like a high-kid trying to B.S. her way through a book report.

Reformer   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Well… are we okay with other nations second guessing us?

It is called sovereingty, folks.

case   September 26th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Bush may have blocked an Israeli attack on Iran. Did he just second guess them. Sec. Rice has called the settlements a potential impediment to peace.. did she also second guess Israel. Sarah please.

Matt from L.A.   September 26th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

To John who asked (off topic): "Question to the Obama Supporters:

I thought Barrack Obama is Patriotic, I just notice that he is using A320 aircraft for his campaign. What happen to Boeing made Aircraft."

Answer: I think his Boeing had mechanical trouble TWICE recently, and one of those incidents was potentially quite serious.

If your Chevy catches on fire twice, and then your Ford SUV rolls over, is it unpatriotic to try a Toyota for a change??

Jordan - San Marcos TX   September 26th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

Her mode of "thinking" and the standard GOP mode of thinking is incredibly dangerous and reckless.

sue   September 26th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

@ Yes

Of course each nation is sovereign and can do whatever it wants. We do it all the time. It doesn't make what the nation do right.

AND second guess what a nation does, that doesn't mean the nation that is going to do something is going to stop. But it does tell that ally that we don't think they should do that and if they do, we may not back them up.

By saying that we should never second guess Israel, it is tantamount to telling Israel that no matter what they do we have their back - even if it means they start WW III… we back them up. That is irresponsible and foolish.

meiko   September 26th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

She is SO SEXY! We should never second guess Palin because she is obviously a good guy.

Annie   September 26th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

Personally, after all the hatefulness spewed during the Republican Convention it would be interesting to hear how she really feels about Israel. On second thought, no thanks.

Republican Supporters in the Dark   September 26th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

FULL DISCLOSURE: I am pro-life, pro-Israel (which does not mean I am anti-Palestine or any other nation that is not a friend of Israel - unless they attack Israel unfairly in any shape or form). I believe that Israel has a right to defend herself against nations that are hostile to her. That said, I do not support Gov. Palin, Sen. McCain or the Republican party in general - even though I did in the past. To get to the point that I wish to make: Only pride or denial would cause anyone to say or believe that Gov. Palin is actually fit to be Vice President and ready to be President. I am beginning to feel so sorry for her. I literally can't sit through her interviews. It makes me cringe. She probably would have done better as the person that she was before she was programmed by the McCain camp. It is truly sad.

Anyway, I look forward to the Democrats winning the White House and picking up the reigns to a long and difficult recovery from the mess, on all fronts, that the Republicans have put this country into. And ma