I’ve never thought much of Sarah Palin but I haven’t posted much on her either.  I think most Americans believed her to be an interesting figure when she first appeared – a middle aged Mom who was also Gov. of Alaska.  Although the cracks started to appear early – recall the Couric interview where she declared that she read “everything” – many gave her a pass (appropriately) as performing under the burning light of a national campaign is a daunting task.  She clearly wasn’t a genius but seemed capable.

Fast forward to today and it’s clear that Sarah really has, in any form, about 3 things she talks about.  There is no nuance in this woman: she really isn’t a serious mind at all.  This appeals to some and that’s their affair but I can tell you that after 5 years in elected office at the local level – living and breathing this stuff every day – that governance takes nuance and understanding. It isn’t simple or easy. Even local governments are multi-million dollar affairs providing services that citizens want and some that are mandated.

Here’s her take on Paul Revere’s Ride.  Also, please don’t throw rocks at me – “oh, you never made a mistake?”  Yeah, I have but I’m also not positioning myself to run for President.  So, without further ado: