Bold Prediction: Sarah Palin Will Endorse Ron Paul on Sept 3rd

[Fermli]

We have to have this thread every week?

 

[belian78]

We have to have this thread every week?

This...

Palin is the last play the GOP has to stop Ron from getting the nomination without resorting to rigging voting machines. She's the ultimate 'tea party darling', so she will try to pull enough votes away from Ron to assure Perry or Mitt get the nod.

 

[boneyard bill]

I think Palin has a history of being a Ron Paul supporter from the days when he was little-known, and she was unknown. But I agree that Israel could be a big problem for her, and I agree that the VP slot is out. Doubt that she's angling for that in any case.

I really don't see the point to her entering the race at this stage of the game, but the fact that she should have entered earlier if she intended to run doesn't preclude an announcement. She can't enter any earlier than now.

The OP makes a good point that it would be a dramatic move. The downside is not great but there is a downside, however, and I think it's more than the OP suggests. Ron Paul isn't going to be dropping out of this race. So when does the opportunity arise for Palin to endorse someone else without dissing the Ron Paul campaign and appearing to be a rank opportunist?

 

[asurfaholic]

Paul/Palin would be a terrible ticket, in my opinion. I love Paul, but I will not vote for him if Palin becomes his running mate.

So who would you vote for then if Paul picks palin? I don't get how you can claim to "love" paul, but let something like this throw you off.

 

[Shane Harris]

palin will run or endorse perry. end of story. perry is as tea party as she is, both are teo-ocons, or your average tea party fake

 

[xRedfoxx]

I don't see Rick Perry picking a VP running mate until(if) he wins the GOP nomination. This will be for two reasons:

1. He has a very slick political machine. A VP out speaking only jeopardizes that.

2. He will pick someone that is not supported by the Tea Party...thus he has to wait after the primaries.

Check out Perry trying to get out of a ticket if you haven't seen it:
http://libertyandhope.blogspot.com/

 

[maqsur]

Right guys...right? Amiright? Amiright?

Nice reference to Groundhog Day. Funny character.

 

[mtmedlin]

Sorry, not gonna happen. She will either get into the race or wait to endorse until there seems to be a frontrunner. This women isnt a leader, shes a party hack. She ran with McCain...that says everything we need to know!

 

[libertybrewcity]

A Palin endorsement of Ron Paul would probably end whatever "career" in politics/speaking she has.

 

[eaglesfan48]

I think its possible, the more momentum we pick up, the more possible it becomes because its less risky but still ballsy

 

[kill the banks]

hmmm , ok if ur right i'll buy you a beer / no free beer

 

[Article V]

I've been saying this for freakin' months. I've written to Palin regularly about this. Here's the logic for Palin:

Endorse Ron Paul and watch his poll numbers jump due to the influx of an entirely new Republican base. Palin's power as kingmaker is proven, thus giving her more power, popularity, and money-making ability. It doesn't matter if Ron Paul wins or not, it only matters that he surges after the Palin endorsement. It doesn't matter if Ron Paul wins, it only matters that he's given new media attention due to the Palin nod. Palin gets something from a Ron Paul endorsement that she couldn't get with any other candidate.

If Palin endorsed Perry, the endorsement would mean nothing. It would be Palin jumping on an already winning horse. That reduces Palin's power, it does not expand it. If Palin endorsed Romney, she would again be endorsing a guy who everyone already thinks can win; how could Palin ever prove that her endorsement caused the change of tides in Romney's campaign? She couldn't. A Romney endorsement reduces Palin power, it does not expand it. Bachmann is a joke and a threat to the Palin brand. The sooner Bachmann is out, the better for Palin. For Palin to endorse Bachmann would be a permanent loss of power to Palin as Bachmann becomes the new Palin. A Bachmann endorsement reduces Palin power, it does not expand it. Only a Ron Paul endorsement (due to his low expectations, outsider status, lack of media attention, and small popularity with the Palin momma grizzlies) could prove Palin's power and thereby expand it. It does not matter if Ron Paul wins, it only matters for Palin that her endorsement is seen as invaluable, which is exactly what it would be for Ron Paul.

Look at the matching language of Palin and Paul. Palin says she's not part of the status quo; Ron Paul says all other candidates are the status quo. Palin says we don't need a fundamental transformation of America, we need a restoration of America; Ron Paul's campaign slogan is "Restore America Now". Again, the language of Palin and Paul matches. It's a natural endorsement. And it was likely planned long ago as long as Paul proved himself in Ames and with continued growth post-Ames (because there'd have been no point in Palin sticking her neck out if Ron Paul had no chance--that would reduced Palin's power, not expanded it; no, Ron Paul needs to have a chance, but be perceived as having no chance--that's when Palin endorses).

Palin will not be a VP pick, nor will she want to be. She doesn't want to risk ruining the king she's made. She's more than happy to take credit for everything and enjoy her own flourishing new popularity and power. If anything, she may wish to be Secretary of State (a la Hillary) so that she can become educated on foreign affairs (which is what the media really hit her with when she ran in '08). As a former governor and US secretary of state, no media will ever be able to question Palin again on her experience and knowledge. Again, her power is set as Secretary of State in a way no other office could provide her at this point in her career. I'm not saying she will be Secretary of State (she may very well only want outsider influence), I'm merely saying that it's the most likely position of government she would want.

EDIT: Is it just coincidence that Palin's Sept. 3 Iowa announcement is at a Tea Party event titled "Restoring America"? I think not. It's the perfect spot for a "Father of the Tea Party" "Restore America Now" Ron Paul endorsement. And it attacks Bachmann, the biggest threat to Palin power, on her home turf, proving once and for all who the queen bee of the Tea Party really is: Sarah Palin.

Listen to the radio spot for the event and tell me you don't feel it sets the stage for a Ron Paul endorsement: http://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2011/08/22/tea_party_group_releases_ad_promoting_palin_iowa_s peech.html

 

[nbhadja]

Literally NO chance for this. She works for the central bankers. She is a plant.

The only reason she endorsed Rand is because she was trying to fool the Ron Paul supporters into supporting her if she ran for president.

 

[KingRobbStark]

I'll take some of whatever you've been smoking, please.

Try reading it drunk. It makes a lot more sense, and the vomiting afterwards is all the conclusion you need.

 

[ninepointfive]

many independents and democrats wouldn't vote for a paul/palin ticket in the general election.

 

[dejavu22]

Am i the only one who sees Palin as an attention whore and this big announcement is going to be

I am not endorsing anyone at this time but after much praying i believe that god is telling me that it is not the time for me to run.

What else would you do if you liked the attention and didn't plan on running but make a huge bus tour crashing all kinds of events of those who are running and then say that you have big announcements that turn out to be nothing. Wasn't there a "big announcement" when she announced she was doing her bus tour and everyone expected that to be her coming in the race as well. I don't think she will enter the race and i also think she is smarter than risking being wrong and wont endorse someone until there is a clear leader other than Romney.

 

[WilliamC]

I've been saying this for freakin' months. I've written to Palin regularly about this. Here's the logic for Palin:

Endorse Ron Paul and watch his poll numbers jump due to the influx of an entirely new Republican base. Palin's power as kingmaker is proven, thus giving her more power, popularity, and money-making ability. It doesn't matter if Ron Paul wins or not, it only matters that he surges after the Palin endorsement. It doesn't matter if Ron Paul wins, it only matters that he's given new media attention due to the Palin nod. Palin gets something from a Ron Paul endorsement that she couldn't get with any other candidate.

If Palin endorsed Perry, the endorsement would mean nothing. It would be Palin jumping on an already winning horse. That reduces Palin's power, it does not expand it. If Palin endorsed Romney, she would again be endorsing a guy who everyone already thinks can win; how could Palin ever prove that her endorsement caused the change of tides in Romney's campaign? She couldn't. A Romney endorsement reduces Palin power, it does not expand it. Bachmann is a joke and a threat to the Palin brand. The sooner Bachmann is out, the better for Palin. For Palin to endorse Bachmann would be a permanent loss of power to Palin as Bachmann becomes the new Palin. A Bachmann endorsement reduces Palin power, it does not expand it. Only a Ron Paul endorsement (due to his low expectations, outsider status, lack of media attention, and small popularity with the Palin momma grizzlies) could prove Palin's power and thereby expand it. It does not matter if Ron Paul wins, it only matters for Palin that her endorsement is seen as invaluable, which is exactly what it would be for Ron Paul.

Look at the matching language of Palin and Paul. Palin says she's not part of the status quo; Ron Paul says all other candidates are the status quo. Palin says we don't need a fundamental transformation of America, we need a restoration of America; Ron Paul's campaign slogan is "Restore America Now". Again, the language of Palin and Paul matches. It's a natural endorsement. And it was likely planned long ago as long as Paul proved himself in Ames and with continued growth post-Ames (because there'd have been no point in Palin sticking her neck out if Ron Paul had no chance--that would reduced Palin's power, not expanded it; no, Ron Paul needs to have a chance, but be perceived as having no chance--that's when Palin endorses).

Palin will not be a VP pick, nor will she want to be. She doesn't want to risk ruining the king she's made. She's more than happy to take credit for everything and enjoy her own flourishing new popularity and power. If anything, she may wish to be Secretary of State (a la Hillary) so that she can become educated on foreign affairs (which is what the media really hit her with when she ran in '08). As a former governor and US secretary of state, no media will ever be able to question Palin again on her experience and knowledge. Again, her power is set as Secretary of State in a way no other office could provide her at this point in her career. I'm not saying she will be Secretary of State (she may very well only want outsider influence), I'm merely saying that it's the most likely position of government she would want.

EDIT: Is it just coincidence that Palin's Sept. 3 Iowa announcement is at a Tea Party event titled "Restoring America"? I think not. It's the perfect spot for a "Father of the Tea Party" "Restore America Now" Ron Paul endorsement. And it attacks Bachmann, the biggest threat to Palin power, on her home turf, proving once and for all who the queen bee of the Tea Party really is: Sarah Palin.

I don't know that you are correct but this is an excellent analysis and matches and informs my own beliefs about Palin.

+ rep for clarity

 

[TruckinMike]

Palin Endorses Perry for Governor

..."Rick Perry is true to conservative principles even when others think the party needs to go a different direction. I like that about him: he doesn't care which way the wind blows, he acts on his beliefs. That's why I am supporting Governor Rick Perry for re-election," Palin wrote.

Have y'all forgotten about THIS^^^?

TMike

PS- And remember this is when Debra Medina(of the real tea Party) was the non-establishment candidate. She was making serious gains on Perry when Palin endorsed Perry. Perry is/was the quintessential establishment candidate.

 

[LawnWake]

She cannot sit there and say she is against the status quo, then say she supports Rick Perry or Mitt Romney for President.

Yes, she can. It's called politics. <.<

 

[Ronpauljones]

I know, I know...a lot of people are going to say "are you crazy?" Or "she will not put herself out there like that!" But this would be MAJOR news to me. I do not see her endorsing any other candidates, truthfully. She cannot sit there and say she is against the status quo, then say she supports Rick Perry or Mitt Romney for President. That wouldn't make too much sense. Also, as we all know...there is a feud between Bachmann and Palin. So that won't happen. We all must understand, shes a businesswoman now...and SOMETIMES, you have to take risks. But if you really look at the poll numbers, Ron isn't THAT much of a risk. His numbers have steadily increased, while others have decrease. The only reason Gov. Perry is so high is because he is fresh. Look at Cain, that could happen to Perry once he is vetted a little more (just not as severely). If Sarah Palin just plays it safe all the time, her image/brand would lose its thunder. Everyone, including Palin, needs to take risks or do spontaneous things (like the Bus Tour) and make things interesting. Can you honestly sit there and say that for her to sit and wait for a clear frontrunner, then come out and support them, keeps her interesting? No, it doesn't. It makes her predictable. Moreover, what does she have to lose by endorsing Ron? Say Ron doesn't win (which I think he will), she can then just get behind the GOP nominee anyway. No harm, no foul. Now, when Sept 3rd comes, I could be made to look like a fool, but ya know what? Who cares!? Again, Palin's MAJOR announcement in Iowa will go something like this, "I am endorsing Congressman Ron Paul for President of the United States of America."


Right guys...right? Amiright? Amiright?

Palin is a Henry Kissinger protege, meaning she is a Bilderberg puppet. Meaning she will not endorse a non Bilderberg puppet.