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240 is Back · « **on:** October 02, 2009, 09:24:09 AM »

Former McCain Campaign Manager: Nominating Palin In 2012 Would Be 'Catastrophic'

Source: Talking Points Memo

Former McCain Campaign Manager: Nominating Palin In 2012 Would Be 'Catastrophic'
Eric Kleefeld | October 2, 2009, 9:25AM

That famous infighting of the core McCain campaign versus Sarah Palin is still continuing, with former McCain campaign manager Steve Schmidt openly saying at the Atlantic's "First Draft of History" symposium that it would be "catastrophic" if Palin were to win the Republican nomination in 2012.

Schmidt said:"Most politicians of prominence write a book. My honest view is that she would not be a winning candidate for president and if she was the results would be...catastrophic. It's fairly inconceivable she could be elected."

It's sure been a long journey for Schmidt, as far as his attitudes on Palin are concerned. The Los Angeles Times reported in October 2008 that Schmidt himself pushed McCain into picking her. After Karl Rove said the pick was a campaign decision, and not a governing decision, Schmidt fired back: "Karl's wrong. She's an exceptional governor, a reform governor in Alaska."

But with the campaign long over -- and Palin's performance regarded as disastrous by everyone except her core fan-base -- Schmidt is sure singing a different tune.

kcballer · « **Reply #1 on:** October 02, 2009, 09:29:29 AM »

Like anyone with a brain outside of their pants doesn't believe this. Palin is a polarizing figure and many mistake that for 'popularity'. She isn't popular she's mockular. Popular to mock and watch, kind of like Britney Spears was during her whole shave my head meltdown. Palin has figuratively shaved her head (quit office early) and we are all waiting for the next step. The book won't provide it (too many people involved not named Palin) but hopefully she goes on a public tour then the magic will once again happen.

LurkerNoMore · « **Reply #2 on:** October 02, 2009, 09:38:03 AM »

By "magic" do you mean Tina Fey moments?

shootfighter1 · « **Reply #3 on:** October 02, 2009, 09:38:55 AM »

Palin would not be a good nominee for president. Big mistake if the repubs do this in 2012.

kcballer · « **Reply #4 on:** October 02, 2009, 09:40:30 AM »

Quote from: LurkerNoMore on October 02, 2009, 09:38:03 AM

By "magic" do you mean Tina Fey moments?

You betcha!

LurkerNoMore · « **Reply #5 on:** October 02, 2009, 09:41:24 AM »

Quote from: kcballer on October 02, 2009, 09:40:30 AM

You betcha!

*wink*

blacken700 · « **Reply #6 on:** October 02, 2009, 12:42:54 PM »

I know a few that would vote for her 333386, BILLY MIMNAUGH

240 is Back · « **Reply #7 on:** October 02, 2009, 12:52:41 PM »

Don't worry, today she promised to respond in "her book".

I guess we see it's gonna be a drama-fest, not a grand vision for america's future.

Soul Crusher · « **Reply #8 on:** October 02, 2009, 02:41:09 PM »

Quote from: blacken700 on October 02, 2009, 12:42:54 PM

I know a few that would vote for her 333386, BILLY MIMNAUGH

I would vote for her in a heartbeat knowing what I know now.

She doesnt hate the country and does not want to impose insane restrictions on our domestic energy needs.

blacken700 · « **Reply #9 on:** October 02, 2009, 02:52:44 PM »

you have to be joking:D

Soul Crusher · « **Reply #10 on:** October 02, 2009, 02:53:51 PM »

I'll one up you:

kcballer · « **Reply #11 on:** October 02, 2009, 03:03:49 PM »

Not really one uped at all. Obama won, Palin became mocked nationally and internationally. One is president and one quit half way through her term to write a book. Jumping the shark anyone?

blacken700 · « **Reply #12 on:** October 02, 2009, 03:06:00 PM »

so your telling me you think palin is smarter than obama

Soul Crusher · « **Reply #13 on:** October 02, 2009, 03:06:29 PM »

Quote from: kcballer on October 02, 2009, 03:03:49 PM

Not really one uped at all. Obama won, Palin became mocked nationally and internationally. One is president and one quit half way through her term to write a book. Jumping the shark anyone?

BTW - The One looked like a jackass to the entire world today. A real fool. Only an idiot ever thought Chicago had a chance. Oh thats right. . . . .

kcballer · « **Reply #14 on:** October 02, 2009, 03:09:18 PM »

Quote from: 333386 on October 02, 2009, 03:06:29 PM

BTW - The One looked like a jackass to the entire world today. A real fool. Only an idiot ever thought Chicago had a chance. Oh thats right. . . . .

He hardly looked like a fool to me. Looked like a president and Chicago citizen doing his best for his city. Can't fault a man for trying.

Soul Crusher · « **Reply #15 on:** October 02, 2009, 03:12:11 PM »

Quote from: kcballer on October 02, 2009, 03:09:18 PM

He hardly looked like a fool to me. Looked like a president and Chicago citizen doing his best for his city. Can't fault a man for trying.

Oh thats right, UE soaring still well beyond his forecasts before scaring us into the stmulus bill,, 2 wars, a taxpayer tab in the tens of millions of dollars for this, Obamacare stuck in the mud, Czars under fire, hasnt spoken to Afghanistan Commander in almost three months until today.

Yeah, whats wrong with that right?

Straw Man · « **Reply #16 on:** October 02, 2009, 06:04:42 PM »

Quote from: 333386 on October 02, 2009, 02:41:09 PM

I would vote for her in a heartbeat knowing what I know now.

She doesnt hate the country and does not want to impose insane restrictions on our domestic energy needs.

this is the reason why I can't take anything you say seriously.

your undying belief that Palin is somehow good for the country is all the proof I need that there is something seriously wrong inside your skull.

garebear · « **Reply #17 on:** October 02, 2009, 06:28:58 PM »

Palin is nothing short of an idiot. If you don't see this, you're either an idiot yourself or so lost to partisan politics that you are hopeless.

I hope the Republicans do run her in 2012, she will be crushed.

MM2K · « **Reply #18 on:** October 02, 2009, 06:43:28 PM »

Quote

so your telling me you think palin is smarter than obama

She is obviously far wiser.

240 is Back · « **Reply #19 on:** October 02, 2009, 11:10:45 PM »

Quote from: Straw Man on October 02, 2009, 06:04:42 PM

this is the reason why I can't take anything you say seriously.

your undying belief that Palin is somehow good for the country is all the proof I need that there is something seriously wrong inside your skull.

he wouldn't be screaming Palin 2012 if she looked like helen Thomas. reminds me of the ppl who voted for dubya cause they could never have a beer with gore or kerry.

garebear · « **Reply #20 on:** October 03, 2009, 12:04:18 AM »

Quote from: 240 is Back on October 02, 2009, 11:10:45 PM

he wouldn't be screaming Palin 2012 if she looked like helen Thomas. reminds me of the ppl who voted for dubya cause they could never have a beer with gore or kerry.

The last people I want in charge of nuclear weapons and/or foreing policy are the people I drink with.

LurkerNoMore · « **Reply #21 on:** October 03, 2009, 08:14:56 AM »

Quote from: Straw Man on October 02, 2009, 06:04:42 PM

this is the reason why I can't take anything you say seriously.

your undying belief that Palin is somehow good for the country is all the proof I need that there is something seriously wrong inside your skull.

I stopped taking him seriously after he went on that little jag about how he believed the End Of Days was coming and the world was ending, populated by zombies and how he was prepping his black duffel bag with survival gear to carry with him everywhere. He honestly believed the Apocalypse scenario all because a black man got elected.

Truly not the logic and intellect of a normal rational human being.

Straw Man · « **Reply #22 on:** October 03, 2009, 08:45:54 AM »

Quote from: LurkerNoMore on October 03, 2009, 08:14:56 AM

I stopped taking him seriously after he went on that little jag about how he believed the End Of Days was coming and the world was ending, populated by zombies and how he was prepping his black duffel bag with survival gear to carry with him everywhere. He honestly believed the Apocalypse scenario all because a black man got elected.

Truly not the logic and intellect of a normal rational human being.

wow - I must have missed that one.

I don't check into this board too often these days

LurkerNoMore · « **Reply #23 on:** October 03, 2009, 03:13:26 PM »

Quote from: Straw Man on October 03, 2009, 08:45:54 AM

wow - I must have missed that one.

I don't check into this board too often these days

Oh don't worry. He will tell you about it. Unless he has gotten too embarassed to mention it now.

Soul Crusher · « **Reply #24 on:** October 03, 2009, 04:58:52 PM »

Quote from: LurkerNoMore on October 03, 2009, 03:13:26 PM

Oh don't worry. He will tell you about it. Unless he has gotten too embarassed to mention it now.

Yeah, im embarassed about being prepared for SHTF scenarios.