John McCain appears to have gotten it right with his choice as VP, Sarah Palin.
This is a woman to be respected. Mother of five, the youngest born with Downe’s Syndrome. A marathon runner, outdoorsperson, and Governor of our largest state. Yes its Alaska, but if you cry for change, how much further from the Beltway do you want to get to find it, uncorrupted and fresh.
This would be, could be the best choice McCain could have made. Even though Romney was my choice because of the Michigan ties, and business expertise, I applaud this choice. Some in the news are already questioning how Mrs. Palin will do in debates versus an experienced Joe Biden, I believe she will do quite well. Biden has voted differently than Obama on most recent issues and that could produce a divide.
Regardless, this will make for exciting news for weeks to come leading to the November election. Although not as historic as Obama’s selection as a presidential candidate, and Palin comes in as the second woman VP pick, this is a first for the Republican party, and they could not have chosen a better person to inspire people to become involved in the election process. I look forward to learning more about the ticket as the news develops.