Wednesday night was the much anticipated Palin Speech. This woman has been unfairly attacked on a personal level. Does the media have a right to look at her record and experience? Of course they do. That is their job, and they need to continue to do that. Do they have a right to look into and dwell on Bristol's life and pregnancy and then attack Governor Palin's parenting? No. Do we really want the media to spend their time reporting on the two decade old DUI her husband got? No. They should spend more time questioning her experience and record, asking questions about her political past and why she deserves our vote. That is their job. But what about asking and prying into the past of the other candidates for president? How about really picking apart Senator Obama's record and political past, including his political relationships, and reporting on that? If we are going to investigate into these people like we should, we need to do it fairly so that the American people get a clear resume from all candidates.
As for her speech, I think Governor Palin did an amazing job rallying the crowd. She could have played it safe. A speech talking about her family, her goals for the future, and why she is the best choice for VP. By then of course all of the Delegation from Texas would have probably pulled their cowboy hats over their eyes and fallen asleep. Sarah Palin needed to show that she isn't going to be pushed around. A lot of people were upset about all the talk of Obama only being a community organizer. I have great respect for Senator Obama and the work he did before he was Senator. I'm sure he did have a lot of responsibilities, and I'm sure he tackled them well. I mean that with all sincerity. But we all know that part of what the VP does is go after the other candidates. This doesn't just happen at the Republican Convention, but also at the Democratic Convention. Throughout both conventions the speakers would take facts and spin them their way. This is a big PR event, and that's what works. Biden did the exact same thing against McCain in Denver, and so did Senator Obama. This year is no different from any past campaign for President where the same tactics were used. It was all fair game.
Last night's speech by Senator McCain was the event everyone was buzzing about. Some said he could never top Governor Palin's speech, but I don't think that was the point. Senator McCain needed to come out and prove to the people that he is not your typical Republican, and that he does have a plan for changes in Washington, and solutions to the problems of our day. His speaking style is not the same as Governor Palin, but he got his message across clear. It wasn't as thrilling and wild because he spent a majority of time reminding the people of what he stands for, and what this party should stand for, instead of controversial zings against the other ticket. By the end of the speech Senator McCain had proven that he does put his country first, and it was evident that he loves and will serve this country for as long as he lives. The crowed wildly applauded, and he had won them over for sure.
No matter what side you are voting this November (and everyone should vote), remember that Political Conventions are fun to watch, and are historical moments in our history. They are not deal makers or breakers. To be truly informed on how to vote, don't just look at one speech. Don't just jump on the bandwagon because other people in your party or your friends may be. Look at the issues. Look at the records. Be your own investigator. Take the time and effort so that you can confidently walk into that voting booth, and pull the lever for the ticket that you think best will lead our country down the right path for the next four years. Don't trust anyone else to do it for you. It's your choice. Your right. Your responsibility.
That's all from the Twin Cities! See everyone back in Iowa :)
Kelsey Jones
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