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Originally Posted by TJDave
It's my understanding that McCain didn't want her and was very reluctant to put her on the ticket.
Of course, the idea of Lieberman would have been equally fruit bat crazy.
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Lieberman would have led to a walk out at the convention by conservative activists.
McCain had the final word on Palin. Regardless of any doubts he might have had, he owns the choice.
Its one that, with hindsight, is regrettable even from the Republican POV. But it's understandable given the circumstances in 2008.
