Sarah Palin - Why Some Love Her and Others Hate Her
People appear to either love Sarah Palin or hate her. Without question, she has everyone scratching their heads trying to figure her out. She certainly doesn't fit 'the mold' and it drives bloggers, reporters, political analysts and talk show hosts crazy. In some ways, she reminds me of a particularly charismatic Bible character whose wild popularity invoked a huge following—John the Baptist. He didn't conform to people's expectations either. Hordes of people pursued him as growing controversy surrounded him. Some even worshiped him, yet, others hated him so much they wanted him dead. Does that sound somewhat familiar?
What I'd like to know is why? What is it about Sarah Palin that arouses such attraction and countering opposition? Is it her uniqueness? Is it her unorthodox thoughts and behavior (did someone say maverick?) that bring out extreme reactions from both supporters and objectors? Maybe it's her family values and moral convictions? Personally, I think it might have something to do with her allegiance to another kingdom, her 'higher calling.' As a follower of Jesus Christ, could it be that Sarah Palin knows her mission? If she recognizes her membership in God's heavenly kingdom, that charge would come before any duties of this earthly realm. If she is committed to the call of God on her life, a sense of divine purpose would give her boldness and uncompromising courage to do the Lord's will, no matter what this world expects—just like John the Baptist.
What do you think?
In the comments section, please give your reasons. If you hate her, tell us why, specifically. If you love her, give an explanation. I can't wait to hear your ideas.
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I love her. She comes across as a normal, next door neighbor type of person and not really a politician. So, when she does something like this people try to explain it in political terms and they are left scratching their heads. She did what every NORMAL person would do. If you are on a job where you CAN’T to your job, to the best of your ability, because people make it their priority to make things difficult for you, then I would think most of us would leave that job. People hate her because she is somehwat different from the rest of them and they see that as a threat.
YOU GO GIRL! I’m Proud of Sarah Palin and I love her as a sister in Christ. So WHAT if those in the media can’t figure her out? So WHAT if those in the political genre can’t put their finger on why she does what she does? Maybe she’s marching to a different drummer or maybe (just maybe) A HIGHER POWER? I know that’s not a popular view in todays twisted pop-culture and the liberals are scared-to-death that someone with traditional conservative values like(dare I say)Ronald Reagan? will come along and burst their twisted liberal ideas. If THAT happens, (and I’m not saying that it will) I will be rolling on the floor in hilarious laughter.
I admire her faith, her love for this great country(that is quickly being destroyed both morally and politically), and all that she stands for that is right and true. She definitely is a breath of fresh air which we so desperately need. I will continue to pray for her and her family that God will bless her and guide her in doing His will. It is sad to see people who do not see what a God send she has been for the corrupt political world. God please save us from ourselves, open up the eyes and hearts of the people to you and your truth in hopefully making us worthy of your blessings.
JR
uhm could it be that she’s still kinda hot looking?
My mom and I have always loved Sarah Palin and her ideas. She’s a great person. I wish that people would accept her for her decisions that she has made. I hope she still runs in the 2012 election. She is just a great person and I wish everybody could see it. I know she can do anything she puts her mind too.
I adore her! She is perfect for a leadership job. I hope she runs for president. My vote is “YES SHE CAN.”
By the way, we need someone goregous to represent America too….don’t you think?
Go SARA…..you have the brains, intellengence, and charm to do America right in 2012. Anyone who can’t love this dear lady truly has a confused concept of her.
And guest what……I’m a demoncrat, but she will get my vote in 2012.
I think she is great. She believes in America and stands up for her principles. She should be proud of her family. Bristol should be applauded for her dignity and strength during all the attacks on her. Sara you are an inspiration and they all just afraid of you. Take you time, ask God for guidance and decide what you want to do. You are the kind of woman we should all respect and look up to.
I don’t think I either LOVE her or HATE her or at least I didn’t at first. I’m being pushed more toward loving her just because I HATE the close mindedness of people who say they HATE her just because she appears to them to be a vapid female and sometimes says some corny things. I have a lot of conservative friends who did not vote for Obama and who would have voted for McCain “in spite of” Palin who really come down hard on her. They criticize everything she says and does..and I don’t get it. I don’t understand how common people who are NOT highly educated can diss another person who is just like them who makes good and is trying to help out the common man/woman. It is very frustrating when in our current times I think the best thing we could do is go back to having the common person be our representatives and other elected officials. It is clear the political elite have no clue what they are doing (conservative and liberal) so lets just support someone who is not of that ilk.
Betty G –
I like the way you think. I too have more confidence in the “average Joe” (or Sarah) representative than our current political elite.
I think she’s a phony. Whenever she speaks, I’m reminded of someone who didn’t prepare at all for her job interview because she incorrectly believed she was smart enough to BS her way through it.