Sitting Duck

Much to the dismay of all those that still regard Gov. Sarah Palin as the bright and shining star of the Republican party, she had been awarded the dubious honor of being named as this year's Sitting Duck Award winner.

I know that she had quite a bit of competition for the award this year. Perhaps the SNL Tina Fey skits are what clinched the deal for her. Personally, I feel that Alaska is about as close to Washington DC that I ever want to see her. I think that she is a little too much "Joe Six-pack" for me. I'm not too interested in having your average American in the White House or any other elected office. I want to have the best and brightest; an over-achiever; an above average American. Sorry folks, but Gov. Palin doesn't quite fit that bill.

Comedians and late night talk show hosts will always make fun of the sitting President and Vice President. That's to be expected. But I think that eight years is enough when it comes to the rest of the world laughing at our leaders. I know that President Obama will make mistakes and draw his share of criticism, but hopefully it won't be every time he opens his mouth.

In a sense, I wish that Gov. Palin hadn't won the Sitting Duck Award. I would be happier if she would just fade away into political obscurity along with other losing VP candidates.

John

Yes, I know...another political rant. Sorry.