In yet *other* news, civilization seems to be collapsing.

[brasswatchman]

Well, well. Bold move on McCain's part. I have to admit, I was kind of impressed when I first heard of what he was doing. Seemed gutsy. I was more than a little surprised when I came home tonight and found Dad - who generally says that he hasn't made up his mind who he's voting for - ranting about McCain being a drama queen. He also says that he

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and can't rely on Sarah Palin to spearhead the campaign while he does the Washington thing.

Hmm. Hadn't thought of that, but come to think of it, it isn't exactly a vote of confidence in his VP, is it? Have been meaning to ask, what do you think of Palin?

[brasswatchman]

Furthermore, I think that if you oppose abortion in the case of rape, you're a terrible, horrible person who lacks empathy for people who have been through one of the worst possible forms of abuse.

In more ways than one. Surprised more people haven't heard this one - her town, when she was mayor, charged women for rape exams. Either she fell asleep on watch or actively supported it, but any way you look at it it's horrible.