Surprise, surprise! And that's what US Republican Presidential candidate John McCain managed to do when the news of his Vice-President choice was revealed. There were speculations, as usual, to whom he would choose. But no one, literally, expected his choice turned out to be little-known Alaskan governor Mrs. Sarah Palin.
Formerly a beauty queen, this woman is the living proof of woman's capability - both at work and at home. Just 2 years ago, she kicked out a Republican governor in the primary and a Democrat governor in the generals. She's got a love for sports which date back to her school days, passion for serving the nation, and a brain, essentially. (P.S. Beauty queens are no longer bimbo(s)!)
Apparently, according to the reports, she has been a pain in the neck to the Republican establishment - just like McCain. She resigned from the Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission due to a "lack of ethics", and exposed her party's chairman for corruption.
In short, this woman is not to be trifled with. Her opening speech was full of fire, though I would like to add that the Republican's speeches in general are less capable of inspiring people than the Democrats. Call it my personal opinion, though I am not a supporter of Obama's team.
A Gallup poll released on Friday showed that Mr. Barack Obama is leading with 49 per cent compared to Mr. John McCain, who only polled 41 per cent. This is the first significant lead so far. Did McCain help Obama to the lead by appointing Palin? It's far too early to tell. But what we do know is, these polls may change after the Republican's convention.
Obama currently has the support of Former first lady and former running mate Hillary Clinton, Former President and husband of Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton (who is still held in high regard by the Americans), Senator Ted Kennedy and not to mention, his wife Michelle Obama, who have won many supporters for herself lately. Big names, inarguably.
Do watch out for the Republican Convention.
Formerly a beauty queen, this woman is the living proof of woman's capability - both at work and at home. Just 2 years ago, she kicked out a Republican governor in the primary and a Democrat governor in the generals. She's got a love for sports which date back to her school days, passion for serving the nation, and a brain, essentially. (P.S. Beauty queens are no longer bimbo(s)!)
Apparently, according to the reports, she has been a pain in the neck to the Republican establishment - just like McCain. She resigned from the Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission due to a "lack of ethics", and exposed her party's chairman for corruption.
In short, this woman is not to be trifled with. Her opening speech was full of fire, though I would like to add that the Republican's speeches in general are less capable of inspiring people than the Democrats. Call it my personal opinion, though I am not a supporter of Obama's team.
A Gallup poll released on Friday showed that Mr. Barack Obama is leading with 49 per cent compared to Mr. John McCain, who only polled 41 per cent. This is the first significant lead so far. Did McCain help Obama to the lead by appointing Palin? It's far too early to tell. But what we do know is, these polls may change after the Republican's convention.
Obama currently has the support of Former first lady and former running mate Hillary Clinton, Former President and husband of Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton (who is still held in high regard by the Americans), Senator Ted Kennedy and not to mention, his wife Michelle Obama, who have won many supporters for herself lately. Big names, inarguably.
Do watch out for the Republican Convention.
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