Sarah Palin hand notes cause stir

As she addressed the National Tea Party Convention Saturday, Feb. 6, former Alaska governor and Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin could be seen glancing at her left hand. When photographers zoomed on her, it was clear Palin had made crib notes on her palm. The photos revealed the words “Energy,” “Budget cuts” “Tax,” and “Lift Americans Spirits” scribbled in ink.

The ten-thousand-plus on hand in Nashville likely hadn’t noticed the hand notes, however, the scribbles have caused considerable stir. Some believe the notes give rival party members plenty to jab at and point to a Sarah Palin different from the woman who referred to her kind, Alaskan hockey moms, as “pit bulls with lipstick” when she address the Republican Convention in Minneapolis last year.

There’s no doubt Palin is good for the Republican party, perhaps all of politics. Her image alone is far removed from the stoic mainstays of dark suits, solid ties and greased comb-overs common in Washington. When Palin called President Barack Obama “a charismatic guy with a Teleprompter,” she may have forgotten she joins the president in a new breed of politician, perhaps not seen since John F. Kennedy graced the America public with chiseled good looks and a youthful smile. While Palin hardly comes from Kennedy stock, she does represent a strong voice and vibrant look we all know attracts voters.

What do the hand notes really tell us about Sarah Palin?

Some will argue Palin’s use of crib notes during such a large political speech shows she’s unorganized and unsure of how to identify with an audience. Others will likely claim she may lack faith in script writers, who, by all accounts, were responsible for her famous “pit bull” speech.

Perhaps Palin’s notes paint a picture of an organized wife and mother. Every parent knows the importance of organization, which, at times, is not possible without making lists. After all, Palin, herself, has sold the American people on her similarity to millions of working mothers–and grandmothers for that matter.

Truthfully, we’ve all seen what blunders and flubs do for the images of celebrities. Keep in mind, Saturday Night Live has taken its pokes, which usually means one has arrived.
[Examiner.com]