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The blog over at The Weekly Standard actually makes the point that Palin might be better against Obama than Calinton. I personally think they are right. For one, Palin produceed a local phenomenon similar to the Obama campaign when she ran for Governor, which is how she steamrolled a siting governor (Frank Murkowski), a wealthy businessman (John Binkley) , and a popular fromer Governor (Tony Knowles) in the 2006 election.

So, there is a chance that “The Palin Effect” could be used to blunt “Obamamania”. Plus, the point could be made that GOP rising stars have more substance than Dem rising stars, as Palin has compiled quite a record during her time as Governor while Obama has done very litte in the Senate. Plus, if Obama puts and experienced old hand in the VP slot, the McCain-Palin campaign could vwery easily make the case that the Dems would have their ticket upside-down (experience on the bottom, newness on top).

Plus, while I hate identity politics, the Machiavellian in me notes that a female Veep nominee would not be as effective against a female Presidential candidate in drawing women’s votes. However, running a female VP candidate against Obama does present the opportunity to pick up a lot of votes from women. Because, while Obama is a “history-making candidate” he draws his identity votes from a differnet demographic.

No, no, no. Palin is not a conservative. At least not a fiscal conservative.

Don’t believe me? Research the recent huge tax increase she pushed for on the oil industry (ACES – Alaska’s Clear and Equitable Share), which funds roughly 90% of our state’s budget. Alaska now taxes to a surplus!

She also signed the second largest capital budget in state history.

Then there’s the mess she named “AGIA” (Alaska Gasline Inducement Act) which has basically derailed the gasline process.

She’s a disaster.

Governor Haley Barbour has real experience both in and out of Washington. His vision and his ability to lead have taken Mississippi to new heights–with better jobs and higher income. His legacy of leadership and ability to unite to get things done is what conservatives need and want in Washington. It is the type of leadership that will mobilize and unite the Republican Party, and ensure true conservative values in this election.

Results are the metric by which we measure Governor Barbour. With the current rhetoric of change and the demand for new leadership, we sometimes forget that results matter more than anything else. Under his leadership, Governor Barbour has demonstrated results that matter, no matter the political landscape.

Show your support for Governor Barbour, the Republican Party, and conservative values by signing the Petition to Draft Haley for Vice President at http://www.DraftBarbour.com. Or visit our blog at drafthaley.blogspot.com.

Ahhh, North Slope Borough School District Superintendent Trent Blankenship… interesting comment.

Are you politicking for more money???

We both know the poll numbers are thanks to one Mr. Frank Murkowski; the least popular governor of all time.

The oil companies have been “abusing Alaska”??? Oh please! It’s obvious you didn’t live in Alaska before the oil industry got here.

Go back to Wyoming! And take Sarah Chavez who signed the largest tax increase on industry in the entire United States with you!