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17-Year-old Daughter Of McCain's VP Candidate Is Pregnant Save Email Print
Posted: 1:23 PM Sep 1, 2008
 Last Updated: 9:34 PM Sep 2, 2008
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Sarah and Todd Palin say their 17-year-old unmarried daughter is pregnant.

The couple said in a statement released by John McCain's presidential campaign that Bristol will keep her baby.

Sarah Palin is McCain's vice presidential running mate.

The Alaska governor says Bristol intends to marry the father of her child.

She and the campaign also are asking that the media respect the family's privacy on this matter.

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Posted by: society do not matter Location: greenville on Sep 18, 2008 at 11:37 AM
who is bristol baby daddy? NOT THE GUY THAT WAS ON STAGE. Y NOT BROADCAST THAT ON THE 6:00 NEWS.
Posted by: Obama Snake Oil Co Location: Washington on Sep 8, 2008 at 04:53 PM
Religion brought this great country together or you are in need of history 101. To serve this great country is one of the biggest privledge one could ever have. Many died to give you the freedom to post on this board. Palin is merely one of the real people that will vote her in to shake up DC. Why, because she is not only a good mother, wife and Governor but she has won the country's hearts. The only thing the libs can find on her is honesty and her daughters "young" mistake. Sorry, you will be this intelligent pretty lady for a long time to come. And, like No you can't said, thanks for Supporting the McCain Palin ticket. Liberal whining, hate and lies, only makes more of us vote for McCain and Palin. Hug Michel Moore for us...
Posted by: Rob Location: NC on Sep 7, 2008 at 10:36 AM
Neocons and these evangelicals believe that the only true test of patriotism in this country is to serve Zie Fatherland in the armed forces and to observe abstinence. Sarah Palin is a classic example. The shining star of the religious right. Sorry, Sarah. Practice what you preach.
Posted by: Why Location: Greenville on Sep 6, 2008 at 04:53 AM
It seems to me that people are giving this teen a pat on the back. I think the wrong message is being sent. I'm not saying that she should be attacked either. I don't think she should be our next poster child of the American teen. Let's say all teen girls that get pregnant do as Bristol is doing. Who is going to support these girls and their babies. How many of these girls will marry their boyfriends only to divorce 2 yrs later with bad credit. How will these babies turn out. Also something to think about: do you want a VP that puts career before their families well being (male or female).
Posted by: No You Can't Location: B.C. on Sep 5, 2008 at 10:01 PM
Hey Bob, cops, firefighters, etc ARE heroes and so is McCain. But here's my point, all this slamming, insulting, denigrating and lying that the liberals are engaged in, is the best thing that could happen to the McCain/Palin ticket. You guys are stirring up everyday people like no one else could. Come November we are going to pour into the polling places and elect John McCain and Sarah Palin to the two highest offices in this country. Your shrill, bitter attacks are doing nothing but firing everyday law abiding, spiritual people to get out and vote in November, not only to put McCain/Palin in office, but also to keep people who hold the same philosphy as you, OUT of office. So please keep it up, and thanks for your support.
Posted by: VBush Location: MHCY on Sep 5, 2008 at 08:35 AM
Hey Bob; you better watch out for the black helicopters....I am pretty sure they are watching you!
Posted by: disgusted with NC and the USA on Sep 5, 2008 at 07:51 AM
I can't believe that this even made the news let alone became a political issue. She is a 17 year old girl....not a political pawn....LEAVE HER OUT OF IT!
Posted by: Bob Location: greenville on Sep 5, 2008 at 12:46 AM
I am no McCain fan---and to the person who disagreed with my assesment of McCain's status as anyone who serves this country is a hero...well then the argument can be extended that anyone, who is in a position of service, fire, police, healthcare is a hero...just remember there are no good republicans....Bush, Chaney, Rove would have been at home in the bunkers of nazi germany; the religious right and the taliban have more in common than not,,and the common thread is not Allah, or Jeovah or Jesus, but control...the rebublicans and the religious right are terrified of intelligence, free, imiginative thinking...Jesus, the apostles, Mary, and probably Mohammed, would have never fit in at the RNC, or Liberty University, or any other bastion of closed thought...that is my fear that we lose that freedom to be an individual if this present trend contiues...sorry I rambled, but please to all think about this.......
Posted by: VBush Location: MHCY on Sep 5, 2008 at 12:07 AM
McCain Snake Oil Co.; Of course it's my opinion, and I can argue it effectively, but as I have said before, I am not going to attempt it in 1000 characters or less. As far as liberals go, they rarely argue with facts. They usually argue with some form of a fact that has been edited to fit their point of view. More often than not, they aren't using facts at all, most of them tend to spew something they heard some place as evidenced by most of the libs posting here. Most of them can't even spell, much less do any research or possess any basic knowledge beyond the basic bumper sticker mentality. I will agree that statistics can be twisted, but they can only be twisted when you don't know how the numbers were produced. The actual difference between the two parties is actually huge, it just doesn't always manifest itself that way. Politicians responding to the blowing of the wind cause that. As far as how 'W' goes down in history, that will depend on who writes it.
Posted by: fancyray Location: maysville on Sep 4, 2008 at 10:41 PM
to shandel what does color have to do with anything. did you expect that since she is a politician she has her children on survalance 24/7. as for what you were saying about if she were a black girl being treated like she were nothing what facts do you have to back that up. any of the black pregnant entertainers were never put down or treated like they were nothing. even a black big wig in washington dc got busted for cocain use and solicting a prostitute and he didn't get treated like he was nothing
Posted by: nurse Location: chocowinity on Sep 4, 2008 at 10:03 PM
I really think that all this talk about Palin's daughter is way off. Those that think you can keep your teenage kids from having sex are living in a dream world. I know that not all teenagers are having sex, but there are many that are. Unless you lock them in a closet or have a chastity belt, it's bound to happen. My mother was a good mother and she taught me the difference between right and wrong, but that didn't stop me (nor does it stop most). There comes a time when your child is going to make his/her own choices and that comes sooner than we'd like to think. The only thing we can do as parents is teach them and pray that one day it will click in their heads. It does, but only after they make mistakes and can learn for themselves. The daughter isn't running for office, her mother is. The choice a 17 yr old makes isn't the same one that her 44 yr old mother would make. Age brings wisdom and experience. Leave the kids out of the election, focus on what matters.
Posted by: maxine Location: washington on Sep 4, 2008 at 09:25 PM
For Pete's sake leave the kid alone,what she has done is no indication of what kind of veep her mom will be.I don't think a person's kids should be talked about.
Posted by: "Dog Eat Dog" Location: NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 08:02 PM
Rick, We never invited her or her kids into this election, she drug her kids into this election, sorry about her luck. It is a "Dog Eat Dog World Now Days"
Posted by: Rick Location: Greenville on Sep 4, 2008 at 07:31 PM
To the left wing individuals who bring children in this election. You are the master of your unspoken words and you will remain a slave to those words that should have been left unsaid.
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 4, 2008 at 06:44 PM
I'm so sick of this story. I'm sick of hearing about this girl that i care nothing about. This is worse than the weeks of Brittany news.
Posted by: McCain Snake Oil Co on Sep 4, 2008 at 06:24 PM
VBush you do realize that is your opinion right? Just like I think religion is the cancer of society. You can back almost anything up with "facts" and "statistics" because those can be twisted. Liberals argue with facts all the time. You know what brings down society? Close minded people. Just because something isn't the way you like it doesn't mean it is wrong. Besides I don't see how you even root for Republicans when the difference between either party is minute. I mean you call it "damage control," but look at how much damage the Iraq War has caused. BTW, Bush is not going down in history as a positive president. The majority of Americans disapprove of the Iraq War, so unless they change their minds....... I am just saying.
Posted by: Wondering Location: Washington, NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 06:03 PM
Would there be this much attention if it were a man as McCain's VP pick and his unmarried, teenage daughter were pregnant? I doubt it.
Posted by: THE COOK Location: NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 05:51 PM
Sorry Bob, No off limits in this game, like I said if you can't stand the heat get out of the kitchen.
Posted by: MY MIA Location: NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 05:46 PM
Hey bob, No one said that McBush was not a war hero BUT that is all he is not a D**N thing more, McBush is lucky he came home.
Posted by: Obama- why work he'll pay u! Location: Washington on Sep 4, 2008 at 05:21 PM
I think that this does not say anything about her "skills" to run a country. How many of us were having sex at 17? I'm sure our parents wouldn't have said ok, get pregnant, have sex as much as u like. It's not permitted, but it happens. Also, personally, you have to be a very strong minded person to handle that, along with having a special needs child, and to top it off running for VP of this great nation. Palin is one woman that has gained my respect. I would have lost my mind with the first two children, not alone the other three, along with a grandchild on the way. Obviously, she can run a household, a state, and I believe this country with McCain. Obama has a wife that's not proud to be in America, it's doubtful to me that he is even proud to be here. Obama should go make peace with Bin Laden and practice the Koran over there for a while. See if he respects his American rights after having them taken away.
Posted by: Annie Nonomus Location: Greenville on Sep 4, 2008 at 04:27 PM
Obama said he used cocaine. That would keep you from getting a job at my company. Don't know how many houses you have? I would say he didn't know because some are just investments, not really houses he lives in. Obama has at least two himself and if he liked the beach or the mountains he would have more.
Posted by: shandel Location: lewiston on Sep 4, 2008 at 04:00 PM
palin is full of it she really is. for a person that is in the spotlight as much as she is she shouldve had a better handle on her daughter and she would not be expecting a grandbaby? just watch put palin in office with mccain and they will treat her daughter like they did jamie spears and all of sudden being pregnant is cool but its not. neither one of them is good for our country and her daughter should be treated the same way a black girl would if she were pregnant and her mom was running for office. a black girl would get treated like she was nothing.
Posted by: ??? Location: NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 03:20 PM
Typical scared Democrats, Whine ,Whine, Whine.If Palin's daughter were a minority , she could get another check fo this baby, especiallty if she dont know who her baby's Daddy be.
Posted by: Obama Snake Oil Co Location: Washington on Sep 4, 2008 at 03:00 PM
Will one of you liberals that posts that George W lied please prove to me or tell me what the lie is? I know Bill Clinton lied, Ted Kennedy lied and John Edwards lied but I cannot find a single fact that shows W lied. Brainwashing, such as waste. Palin-McCain are a big hit now.
Posted by: Hey bob Location: Greenville on Sep 4, 2008 at 02:32 PM
Every soldier that puts their life on the line for OUR freedoms is a hero in my book. If you don't like your freedoms then get the h--- out of our country!!!!!!
Posted by: bob Location: greenville on Sep 4, 2008 at 02:00 PM
the pregnancy and the family are off limits to all of us.....the thing that is not off limits is the inability of a mean woman, a boring old man who is NOT a hero by being a POW, but a survivor who have NO idea how to change this country from being a debtor nation ( we are owned by China, etc. thanks to Junior)to a nation that once again can have a place of honor and respect in the world....
Posted by: no party Location: jacksonville on Sep 4, 2008 at 01:33 PM
Perhaps the issue is not Bristol Palin (though it is silly for the McCain camp to bemoan the fact that this is a story, since they sent out the PRESS RELEASE that started the whole mess), but the fact that her story is so common that we should focus on. 8 years of abstinence only sex ed haven't worked for her, so maybe we should re-think this and other failed policies--Republican and Democrat?
Posted by: Obamer Snake Oil Co Location: Little Humor on Sep 4, 2008 at 12:53 PM
OK, you found the dirt, McCain doesn't know how many houses he had and Palin has a young daughter having a baby. Wow, its said now. All the exposure is done....well, he who is without sin cast the first stone. Paaaleessse. Does this imply that Obama has a clean record? Wright, Ayers, his wife not proud of being an American, but this is OK with liberals, its their canidate. Comparably, Palin and McCain are awesome choices. Get over it liberals, you have 4 years to try again.
Posted by: Melissa Location: Greenville on Sep 4, 2008 at 12:35 PM
Take this blog down, already...sheesh.
Posted by: M Location: Farmville on Sep 4, 2008 at 12:14 PM
I really do not think that it is any of our business to know about the private lives of Palin's children. Sarah Palin and her husband can teach their children right from wrong and good values, but they cannot be with their children every moment of every day. The issues at hand are not Palin's pregnant 17-year old daughter, but whom is going to be the best commander in chief of our country. I commend Palin for bringing this info to the table, but quite frankly it is not my top concern. It is a private family matter. It just goes to show that the Palin's family is your typical American family. Are we going to look down on her because of her daughters pregnancy. There are politicans in this country who have a lot worse skeletons in their closet, such as murder, drunk driving and other terrible crimes. We need to look at the important issues and go forward. McCain and Palin have my vote!! I think she will be great for this country!!
Posted by: Curious Location: Washington NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 12:08 PM
I haven't read all the comments, but I'm just wondering... why is that when an unmarried celebrity gets pregnant, it is glorified in the news and plastered in People magazine, but this girl and her family are raked over the coals and cast with shame??? C'mon America, you are sending us mixed messages - you can't condone it for one group and put another group down for the same behavior.
Posted by: hope Location: NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 11:10 AM
O.Snake oil, I like your reference to; there's a new sheriff coming to town...
Posted by: alex Location: Vanceboro on Sep 4, 2008 at 11:08 AM
to those who criticize the names of Palin's Kids what do you you think of this name: Barak Hussein Obama???
Posted by: disappointed!! Location: NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 11:05 AM
YOu know there are hundreds probably thousands of teen pregnancies that happen everyday in the US. But how many get to the news? THis is stupid. You know im only 26 but I remember when my mom & dad read the news and it was respectable and most of the time you could trust it!! Now a days you have to decide which story to believe because everything has come down to the writers opinion and straight up gossip. THe american public doesn't want to hear about another teen being pregnant we have enough of that in our lives day to day!!! We want to hear this lady's political veiws and how she is planning to do things IF she makes it into the WH with McCain!! Get over the Gossip thats what Tabloids are for!!
Posted by: So what! Location: Williamston, NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 11:00 AM
If her mom wasn't the candidate for VP/Gov of Alaska no one would care about her pregnancy. There are LOTS of pregnant teenagers...everyone wants to focus on Bristol b/c her mom is in the spotlight. I think we need to worry about more important issues like who the next future leader of the country will be--not their families!
Posted by: --AND-- Location: williamston on Sep 4, 2008 at 10:16 AM
So What--shes human just like the next one. That is nothing new...NEXT
Posted by: Courtney Location: does it matter on Sep 4, 2008 at 10:10 AM
Look how bout we forget the pregnant girl and look at the more important things.By the way Anonymous that statement about the childrens names was ridiculously ignorant thye can name their kids whatever they want to.
Posted by: Daily show on Sep 4, 2008 at 10:10 AM
The Daily Show hit this news on the head last night, when they shown Bill O'Reiley defending Bristol. Then they shown a clip where Bill O'Reiley is trash talking Jamie Lynn Spears pregnancy, calling the parents pinheads and having no control over their daughter! Obama/Biden 2008, leave the hypocrites at home, not in the White House!
Posted by: XXX Location: Greenville on Sep 4, 2008 at 10:03 AM
So tell me anonymous, what specifics can you give us about your candidate's policies(platform) that make you choose obama? We want facts not "Yes we can" or "Change". The fact is, if you don't know his policies, then you're voting blind and not voting for the right reasons. Like I said, do us a favor and stay home.
Posted by: John Location: Mount Olive on Sep 4, 2008 at 09:26 AM
Right on Tad; I agree with you 100%. The liberal media is running scared; wonder why?
Posted by: here Location: here on Sep 4, 2008 at 08:47 AM
Taxpayers are not going to have to take care of this child. Those who spout this are ignorant. And I hope not voting if you believe that nonsense. Do any of you know how much money Mommy dearest makes a year! Look it up! That child will be well taken care of. Financially anyway.
Posted by: Lelani Location: Morehead City on Sep 4, 2008 at 08:42 AM
VBushL: We are stuck for the lesser of two evils because the populace accepts this as fact. If everyone who griped about voting for the lesser of the two evils actually had the backbone to vote for a third party, we might actually get one. Get some hair on your chest and Vote Libetarian. Your friend Lelani.
Posted by: Phill Location: Mt. Olive on Sep 4, 2008 at 08:41 AM
The reason she let it out is because she know it would come out eventually. If I had something that may be negative or hurt my campaign, I would rather tell it that my opponent.
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 4, 2008 at 08:38 AM
XXX I will never stay home on election day. My vote will very much count. i've read several stupid statements you've made up here.
Posted by: Obama Snake Oil Co Location: Washington on Sep 4, 2008 at 08:35 AM
Palin is not only hot but she has guts and intelligence. Of course the womens lib organization is behind her..no, they are behind liberals since this is where the money comes from. Nice to hear a refreshing angle to government. She will be more than just "present" at issues. This democrat just found a leader I can believe in and it ain't Obama. Some day there will be a democratic party again, for now, just a bunch of libs spitting garbage I don't believe in. Of course I am educated, paid for by..me. Sounds like Palin is a new sherrif in town...
Posted by: XXX Location: Greenville on Sep 4, 2008 at 07:52 AM
To anonymous(0625), That type of statement is EXACTLY what we're talking about; Senseless, stupid, immature, nothing to do with the subject, NO facts, no opinion, etc.... Just a moronic statement typical of your type. Do us all a favor in November, stay home and keep your worthless vote with you.
Posted by: Ms. Officer Location: Raleigh, NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 07:35 AM
To be honest I think this is so stupid, I can't believe she would announce anything like this. This is they're own business and no one cares if her daughter is pregnant and unmarried. Then she has the nerd to ask for privacy, she the one that ran her mouth now she must deal with the public and media.....Woo Yea for the paparizy!!!That's what's wrong with the world today parents are not raising their kids up right and letting the world raise them. If you would teach them early she wouldn't have to worry about letting the world know. That is dumb to me an I am sick and tired of taken care of babies that aren't mine, and rusty young adults, teens, and adults that don't want to work. Get a job and break some sweat for a living! It's all going to run out one day though...no more welfare, FOOD STAMPS, or none of that, you need to work! You shouldn't be allowed to populate the earth with no means of working!It's not fair plus it very much so unjust.
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 4, 2008 at 06:25 AM
I hope the daugther picks better names for her children. THe Palin children sound more like a litter of puppys. But to each his own I guess.
Posted by: VBush Location: MHCY on Sep 4, 2008 at 12:57 AM
McCain Snake Oil Co.; I do realize I am generalizing. We only get 1000 characters per post. I only get specific when necessary. Republicans and or Conservatives know where I am coming from anyway. Yes, we do have emotion, but our responses are generally based on fact or reality. I actually get very emotional about all of it. People don't seem to understand the big picture. Being liberal on social issues is where the decay in this nation begins. That is a broad statement and it is a TRUE statement. Social liberalism is the cancer that is eating us from the inside out. One of the things I don't understand is how the media became dominated by this infection. There is plenty of corruption to go around, there is no denying that. But I am forced to vote the lesser of two every election. I am not a blind party follower. If a viable 3rd party ever emerges to my liking I will vote for it, until then...I am stuck, because I will NEVER vote Democrat. They will bring our nation to it's end.
Posted by: More Taxes Location: NC on Sep 4, 2008 at 12:43 AM
The taxpayers will be paying for that child as long as the girl is at home. David you need to think before talking.
Posted by: Tad Location: Jamesville on Sep 4, 2008 at 12:32 AM
What America can't afford is a community organizer who is afraid of making a decision. You can't vote "Present" if you are president. I've never heard of this guy you morons keep talking about...McBush...who???? The American presidency is no place for on-the-job training for a two-bit racist, community organizer. Besides obama is nothing more than a rehash of Jimmy Carter, Ted Kennedy, Al Gore and Lyndon Johnson. No change at all....just the same old repackaged crap. Hope(less), Change We Can Believe In(change to what?), Yes We Can(fail again). Same old empty slogans designed to thrill the empty headed dopes. obama is not qualified to be president and still wouldn't be with four years of on-the-job training. PALIN rocked you flunkees in St Paul!! Vote McCain/Palin for real change we can believe in. To what you ask? Less corruption, lower taxes and more freedom!
Posted by: David Location: Kinston on Sep 3, 2008 at 11:19 PM
The taxpayers will not have to care for the child.the child is no ones business.
Posted by: SAME OLD, SAME OLD on Sep 3, 2008 at 10:05 PM
Palin sounds just like Bush and McBush, "FOUR MORE YEARS OF THE SAME OLD THING" People, America can not afford four more years of he Bush agenda being carried on via McBush and his sidekick.
Posted by: LOL Location: NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 09:15 PM
Palin was in charge of Alaska's natural resources assets until she found out there was corruption and she quit. ..." I wonder if she quits the VP job when she finds out how MUCH corruption is in Washington :)
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 3, 2008 at 08:50 PM
:) Thank you. Lets just hope more people open their eyes and see.
Posted by: :) Location: NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 08:06 PM
To Anonymous, I agree with you 10,000% and you are one of the few I agree with. You know I wish I could find more people like you that really speak the truth. I belong to the NRA and I know there is no way our right to own guns will be taken away and we do not need McBush's new found crony in order to have that right. She has nothing to offer America.
Posted by: 3.14rate Location: GVEGAS on Sep 3, 2008 at 07:53 PM
John, I totally agree with you.
Posted by: Ashlyn Location: Greenville on Sep 3, 2008 at 07:49 PM
OK, so heres the thing....why is it that we all live together...work together...have similar goals in life...and yet we all have such different views of the best way to achieve "the American dream"? There comes a time when we need to just agree to disagree. I will never change a democrats mind...and they will never change mine! As far as Palin's pregnant teen- Give me a break...it happens everyday, everywhere, to the best families out there. Nobody comments on the 21 year old with 3 babies who has been on welfare since she was 16...but yet the tax payers are paying for that! At least Palin is doing something for the country and not allowing herself and the family to live off the government as soooooo many people do these days...You liberals disgust me. Think she should have had an abortion?? I'd like for you to have 2 answer to that with HELLS FLAMES on your heels!
Posted by: KEEP THEM OUT Location: NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 06:40 PM
America has a double standard for every thing they do. It is this double standard that has over shadowed election 08. With the way people degrade each other I am 100% sure there are very few highly educated people around, starting at the top airhead on down to the lowest airhead. Myself I believe in "WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND" or "IF YOU CAN'T TAKE THE HEAT GET OUT OF THE KITCHEN and that includes every one of US young and old. If you don't want your children hurt then keep them out of the kitchen it is as simple as that people.
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 3, 2008 at 06:01 PM
Thank you Mr. Mackey. Yes, Yes, Yes! Well said, Bravo. Now, I'm sick of hearing about this baby. Let's be concerned about the chance that this woman could become Pres. Now this is scary. Some of you say she's a dems worst nightmare. Darn right, she should be everybodys worst nightmare. If you vote for her, mark my words you will be sorry. They are sitting in their caves in Afganistan loving this!!!!!
Posted by: McCain Snake Oil Co. on Sep 3, 2008 at 05:42 PM
VBush, realize that you are speaking in generalizations. Republicans can speak from emotions too. BTW VBush to clear something up, I am not a liberal. I noticed you assumed I was on another thread. Sure I may be considered a "liberal" because of my social stances, but rest assure, I lean conservative when it comes to the economy or my personal life. The thing is there aren't a lot of real conservatives left. I find both parties absolutely untrustworthy and corrupt. The only reason I use McCain Snake Oil Co as my name is to poke fun at Obama Snake Oil Co's name. It isn't a shot at McCain at all.
Posted by: Mr. Mackey Location: Choco on Sep 3, 2008 at 05:37 PM
If I hear one more person say that democrats will raise taxes, I am going to explode. When Clinton was in office, we went from owing a huge debt, courtesy of 12 years of Republicans, to having money in the bank. Eight years of W the credit card and completely unnecessary wars that padded his buddies pockets. Now he's thrown us into not only a recession but burgeoning debt like we have never seen before. Guess what? SOMEBODY's got to raise taxes to get us out of this hole, all courtesy of your republican leadership.
Posted by: David Location: Manteo on Sep 3, 2008 at 05:23 PM
Chris of Greenville, I have to commend you on your comment. At least you of most of these people up here are taking your vote for the facts of the candidates themselves and not for what is going on in their personal lives. I dont understand why all the rest of these people up here feel that this 17 yr olds pregnancy should have such a huge impact on what HER mother can do for this country? The lack of common sense in a large portion of these comments is why this country is going to regret what ever decision they make. I am sure, unlike yourself Chris, there are those dumb enough to listen to these ignorant comments and base their own decisions on someone elses ignorants! I am Independent and I am about 50/50 between McCain and Obama. That one more percent that will change my decision will be made on my own account and not from anyone out there who act as though their lives are so perfect that they feel the need to insult others personal lives and to call a baby a MISTAKE!!!
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 3, 2008 at 05:14 PM
Chris, do you really think McCain won't raise taxes????? I mean seriously. We have a war to pay for you know. But don't get me started on that. Obama08
Posted by: Chris Location: Greenville on Sep 3, 2008 at 04:33 PM
I'd rather have my words come to haunt me then the person I elect for president who will raise taxes in a hard economic time. It is suggest that you invest 6% of your salary into retirement. If Obama gets elected, I'll be investing only 3%... the other 3% will be going to his retirementalong with his more corrupt buddies. I'm not leaving McCain out of the word "corrutption", but its an attribute that is stamped on Obamas forhead... yeah hes got a great smile, just imagine what'll look like when he sticks his hands in your pocket. Or maybe you're the type of guy that likes that idea !??!
Posted by: Hello Location: NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 04:27 PM
Why can folks not leave Gov. Palin's daughter (and all of her other family members)out of this? Focus instead on her ability to be Vice President to McCain.
Posted by: ??? Location: NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 03:48 PM
This has more comments than any other story.I guess the Democrats are running scared to raise such a ruckus. What they really need to focus on , is whether MAD magazine sues the Democratic Party for a unauthorized use of a African American version of Alfred E. Neuman. Anyone with a pair of eyes can see the similarity between Obama and Alfred E.Neuman. With those ears, America wont even have to maintain early warning radar anymore.Just think of the money taxpayers will save.Also,we can park Air Force One for 4 years. If Dumbo can fly, I think Barack can too.
Posted by: VBush Location: MHCY on Sep 3, 2008 at 03:43 PM
To XXX; Extremely astute observation! Bravo! Obama Snake Oil posted @ 11:49 am, also right on target. Republicans, fact based analysis...Democrats...feelings & emotions, facts are irrelevant.
Posted by: CHARLES J Location: NORFOLK VA on Sep 3, 2008 at 03:27 PM
I DON'T VOTE PARTY LINES AND IT IS NO BIG ISSUE THAT GOV. PALIN'S DAUGHTER IS PREGNENT IT HAPPENS EVERYDAY.I'M NOT SAYING IT IS RIGHT I'M SAYING IT IS A FAMILY ISSUE FOR THE PALIN'S TO DEAL WITH. A MOTHER OR A FATHER CAN NOT COTROL A CHILD 24/7 .TIMES ARE LOESY TO TRY TO SHELTER CHILDREN FROM WHAT IS IN THE MEDIA THESE DAYS I KNOW I HAVE FOUR RANGGING IN AGE FROM 15 TO 25.SENTOR OBOMA SAID LEAVE THE ISSUE OUT OF THE POLITICAL RACE AND I AGREE. FOCUS ON THE ISUSES AND LET IT GO. 24/7

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Posted by: Concerned Location: Greenville, NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 03:18 PM
TO CHRIS: Your words will come back to haunt you.
Posted by: unk on Sep 3, 2008 at 03:09 PM
To baby is mistake: Clinton and Edwards were elected officials. This 17 year old girl is not. There is a big difference you goose!!!!
Posted by: Alison Location: Havelock on Sep 3, 2008 at 02:03 PM
I am not saying if I am a democrat or a republican. It doesnt matter. This just proves that these politicians and their families are not perfect like so many of them claim to be. This country has more serious issues to deal with than the fact that this woman's 17 is pregnant.
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 3, 2008 at 01:33 PM
You know the song. "She's a redneck woman." I've been singing it for four or five days now.
Posted by: MerryAnne Location: Tarboro on Sep 3, 2008 at 01:03 PM
Most of you are calling this baby a mistake, thsis is a live person, God does not make mistakes he created this life and it has nothing to do with the way that Sarah Palin would perform as VP. Lets get back to the political issues that this election should really be about.
Posted by: Chris Location: Greenville on Sep 3, 2008 at 12:53 PM
1. Not having time for kids = pregnant kids?? So all the women sitting at home on welfare, whose kids end up in the same boat as them, is because they didn't spend time with them? The girl is 17, she made her own decision. Wait a minute, didn't Al Gore's son make a worse decision an ILLEGAL one http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/19601277/ Oh, and I think Obama did drugs too?? 2. Experience, Palin vs. Obama (all in saying IF and ONLY IF McCain were to die... what happens if Obama were to die in a plane crash??) read for yourself http://elections.foxnews.com/2008/09/02/obama-i-have-more-executive-experience-than-palin/
Posted by: XXX Location: Greenville on Sep 3, 2008 at 12:40 PM
I have noticed a pattern on all blogs related to either pres. candidate. The liberals(many demos) seem to write the first thing that pops into their head, whether it makes sense or not. Most of the conservatives(repubs mostly) seem to use logic and proof, defending all points made about either candidate. To me, this is a clear indication that most of the "change" group knows very little about their candidate and his policies. Not choosing sides here, just commenting on what is written on this website. Its just too obvious.
Posted by: Obama Snake Oil Co Location: Washington on Sep 3, 2008 at 11:49 AM
Spoken very well just like a sheep grazing on grass and drinking Koolaid. As usual, no facts are given just party lines. Just for information, facts are not argued, thats because they are "facts". I suggest you go away from the liberal web and look into what the real facts are. Palin's daughter is pregnant...OK, that is a fact. If this is all your liberal party has on her you truly are desperate. Be very afraid, there is no scorn like a woman. She will also not forget this after she is elected. So if you are a liberal, she will get a open season hunting license for it.
Posted by: Cathy Location: Goldsboro on Sep 3, 2008 at 11:47 AM
"Let he (or she) who is without sin cast the first stone."
Posted by: Mr. mackey Location: Choco on Sep 3, 2008 at 11:27 AM
I'm not voting Republican ever again, not after the past eight years of soviet style 'leadership'. Doesn't matter if all of Palin's kids are popping out youngins. And yes before Bush Jr. I was a lifelong Republican. This ignorance has to stop! My kids don't need this kind of financial burden that Republicans continuously put on us, the workers of this great country, whenever they are in office.
Posted by: Fully supporting McCain/Palin Location: Washington on Sep 3, 2008 at 10:24 AM
Just a couple questions. 1) Would we be having this disussion if the Republican VP nominee was male? 2) Would we be having this discussion if any of the Democratic nominees' children were pregnant? I don't think so. Let's move on to the actual issues of this election. One pregnant teenage girl is not an issue to be lingering on for this election.
Posted by: hope Location: NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 10:23 AM
I am beginning to resent the comments aimed at women with families, Some of these comments imply that a woman with a family should not run for office. But it is okay for a man with a family to run for office. Double standards. One writer made reference to this type of woman having a "noodle back" for a husband. That is not the picture when I look at Mr. Palin. He appears a manly man type to me. Gosh, thanks for the right to vote master. Out of necessity, I have always been a working mom. Women that do this well, are wonder women! Give em the keys to the kingdom, they CAN handle it.
Posted by: Jackie Location: Tarboro on Sep 3, 2008 at 10:16 AM
1 Sex education does lower the teen pregnant rate. When you teach your child to drive you teach him how to control speed where the breaks are then just in case you have him slip on a seat belt. Did you know that seat belts have a failure rate? 2 Being prochoice don’t necessarily mean that I believe that abortion is the right thing to do; it only means that I don’t believe that I have the right to tell someone else how to live. 3 The war in Iraq is not about 9-11. It’s about George W. Bush. We lost Osama Bin Laden because GW needed to get Saddam Opinions are like A__holes every body’s got one. These are facts. I know most will argue but that won’t change the facts.
Posted by: Baby Is Mistake Location: NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 10:07 AM
To Joe, I love the way you people refers to this baby as a mistake. It makes me wonder just how many of you know what having a baby is all about. You make all kind of allowances for girl then go on to say her baby is a mistake. Then you say this is between her and her family. Well I think what Bill Clinton did was between him Hillery too but people would not leave it alone and the same with John Edwards. What is good for the GOOSE is good for the Gander.
Posted by: Me Location: Washington on Sep 3, 2008 at 09:12 AM
Since when does "No teen pregnancy" become a requisite for VP? Remember - when you point a finger 3 are pointing back at you! Who among us are "angels"?
Posted by: Joe Willie Location: NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 08:47 AM
People make mistakes I do you do and yes Obama does to weather he admits it or not. If you are a parent you know that all you can do is to show and tell your kids whats right and wrong in the end they are the ones that have to choose. We make choices every day before you cast the first stone look at your self and see that you are without sin.
Posted by: Sam Location: Beaufort County on Sep 3, 2008 at 08:45 AM
Good Grief! Looks like Sarah has got you democrats running scared! She's your worst nightmare isn't she. A strong conservative woman, with conservative values. Pro-Life. Pro-second ammendment. She walks the walk, instead of just talking the talk like the democrats do. Ha Ha, ya'll are cracking me up. Well, keep shaking in your gucci loafers dems, McCain and Palin will be elected and what's more Sarah Palin will the first woman elected to such a high office. A republican woman too. Oh well, democrats better luck in 2024(because McCain/Palin will be two termers and Palin will be the president for two terms after that)
Posted by: Max Location: Here and There on Sep 3, 2008 at 08:40 AM
Nothing to say. Just wanted to up the comments to 140 posted. Truth be told, one candidate is just as bad as the other. Lets not vote for either candidate and see what happens.
Posted by: Obama Snake Oil Co Location: Washington on Sep 3, 2008 at 08:34 AM
Is everybody that is democratic brainwashed by the news media? Obamamaniacs see one direction and that is the liberal direction. Well, we are not all liberals and you are a minority in this country. This is why Obama will not win this go around. Bush lied? I am yet to see proof of him ever telling a lie. That is a fact. He caused the war? I guess the house and senate do not have to be accountable for voting for war. Yet, the US has not been attacked since Bush took over. "W" will go down in history as one of the famous presidents that took care of America during a dangerous time. The liberals hate him because he stands firm with enemies and "takes care" of business. With McCain and now Palin on the ticket, liberals be very afraid. You picked a couple of liberal losers, "again". I am a democrat but will now vote for a liberal. NC will not vote for a liberal.
Posted by: TRUCKER Location: NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 07:28 AM
To Sarah, If we can help it Palin will not have anything to do with the vice presidency ether. She need to practice what she preaches before she try's to take on America. You people are good at wearing blinders when it comes to politics.
Posted by: John Location: Mount Olive on Sep 3, 2008 at 07:28 AM
Okay, Okay, Okay; We give! You Obamanites win! WRONG! You will never win no manner how much you try to find dirt on Palin, McCain or whoever else is part of the ticket. WHY? People in glass houses can't throw rocks. The Obamaians know they haven't got anyone with character; just someone that can read a speech real good. He can't even talk without a written speech. So go ahead an keep trying (especially Obama 08)I know you are hoping for that pay day. But quess what, if you are lucky enough for Obama to win; you still lose because it's the American people who will have to pay for his mistakes and giveaway programs.
Posted by: Sarah Location: Fayetteville, NC on Sep 3, 2008 at 06:49 AM
Ok, big deal that this girl is pregnant. Girls get pregnant every day but we don't judge the parents for it. I do not agree with fox saying this shows that palin is a regular american family but it tells me your not voting for the best grandmother or so forth. the daughter has nothing to do with the vice presidency.
Posted by: Sara Location: Kinston on Sep 3, 2008 at 06:29 AM
Face it folks, 17 year old girls get pregnant and will continue to get pregnant. Home and economic enviornment make no difference. And obviously sex education makes no difference either. This is family problem that involves only the Palen family. The rest of us need to let them take of it in their own way. Let's get back to the issues when it comes to politics.
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 3, 2008 at 06:14 AM
I agree with " voting democrat" below. I'm a democrat and I believe in life. For me, I could not choose to have an abortion, however I believe that is my choice, not the governments. I'm voting Obama/Biden.
Posted by: vman Location: New Bern on Sep 3, 2008 at 05:21 AM
It's amazing that people are so quick to be judgemental against a mother whose daughter chose to get pregnant. It wasn't a mistake or an oops. Look at the examples she has had as a teen. Mothers and Fathers should to teach their sons and daughters to avoid sex before marriage. They may not listen but at least they will have been taught to do better. Look at teens who made the pact to get pregnant. Teaching more teens to use condoms doesn't seem to be working. If you don't like Palin don't vote for her and McCain but leave the girl and her baby out of politics. I really don't believe the Mom told her to go out and get pregnant either.
Posted by: to vote for me on Sep 3, 2008 at 03:18 AM
You are right. For the most part, some people will do anything for power. Look what Bush and Cheney have done for the past 8 years. At the cost to our american people here and abroad, they lied and keep on getting us involved in a war, have caused our economy and debt to be so bad that some may never get pulled out. The republican ticked of McCaian and Palin convey the bullheadedness, and already scandel. I feel sorry for the daughter, and can't believe the boyfriend is going to attend the convention. This does not show me that mom spent time talking to her daughter about the birds and the bees. It is too late now. WIll she be busy raising 2 babies, seems like mom has put power first over family. I have worked with women that have put power first before family...their husbands usually are noodle backs, and the children turn to other ways of attentipn, as did this 17 year old. I support Obama-Biden, they put family first, at all cost.
Posted by: VBush Location: MHCY on Sep 2, 2008 at 11:56 PM
To voting democrat; We Republicans are for life in relation to the unborn. We Are for death to murderers, and to those nations that would do us harm, or our allies harm. Just because we are anti-abortion doesn't mean we always choose life. There are plenty of people in this world that need to die so the rest of us can sleep at night. The war is not pointless. How many 9/11s would we have to endure for you to agree we needed to respond in a venomous fashion? Or are you one of those that think we should just be nice and everyone will leave us alone? That if we got rid of all our ships, planes, tanks, and missiles that no one would bother us? Peace comes through strength and the willingness to flex our muscle. Do you think the Soviet Union would have actually torn down that wall if they really thought they could stand us down? NO. The only reason the Russians are moving into Georgia now is because they know we are spread too thin to do anything about it.
Posted by: VOTE 4 ME TOO Location: NC on Sep 2, 2008 at 11:50 PM
Vote 4 me, is 1000% right, see how easy it is to tell the truth :)
Posted by: TRUCKER Location: NC on Sep 2, 2008 at 11:32 PM
To voting democrat, I don't understand why people keep believing every thing they hear about democrats, that is why some of them are about to vote for McCain because they keep believing what they hear. I know a lot of republicans and believe me when I say I have 100% more morals than they do. Just remember that morality is love and you can't have one without the other. I also know if McCain gets in the Whithouse it will be a sorry day for America and I don't want to hear about it. I have proof of what I am saying "JUST LOOK AT THE PAST EIGHT YEARS" This country is going to H**L in a hand basket for sure.
Posted by: Vote 4 me Location: Gubment on Sep 2, 2008 at 09:14 PM
After reading all these comments I had to laugh. You all do realize that "every" politician only cares about one thing....Your vote. No matter which side your on, the mudslinging and back and forth rock tossing is all to get one thing....A vote. They care about the power, the perks, the benfits of political life. Remember the president doesn't run our country, Congress and the Senate do and they are usually in a stalemate when they show up to vote. Enjoy. Don't bother replying since I'm a wizard only passing thru on my way to my D&D site.
Posted by: Bill Clinton on Sep 2, 2008 at 08:58 PM
Let me repeat this so that everyone understands me. O.K.? I did not, have sexual relations with that woman...
Posted by: Cactus Location: Strabane, NC on Sep 2, 2008 at 08:45 PM
How many of you would be sin free if your closet were invaded by the press? Don't be shy, answer.
Posted by: voting democrat on Sep 2, 2008 at 08:21 PM
I feel offended that just because someone is democrat, they are for abortion. I am for life, personally, that is my choice. I have never voted anything but democrat, except against mike easley our nc governor. Just because i believe in life, whether it is a baby or hate war and violence, I am glad to beable to express my opinion, I think it is sad that people only vote republican because they want life. you are not giving yourself credit to express your freedom. It is a shame to listen to bush mccain and cheney and others lie, and say they are for life. bush and cheney got us in a pointless war, and they do not value life at all. they have both lied continuusly for 8 years. American, you are much smarter then they are. we need true good honest leaders, that will give us the freedom to express our opinions and support us. vote for Obama
Posted by: death on Sep 2, 2008 at 08:12 PM
I have pbs on and it is 9/2. the republican convention seems like death warmed over. It pains my ears to hear anything said that is going on in our country and to be positive about the GOP. A lady just finished speaking and called Sarah Palin ...Sarah Palunta. Everyone seems as uncomfortable and old like John McCain, George Bush and Cheney have stooped to a new low to expect any dynamics out of the convention. What a joke to hear the lies...I am listening and watching, so I can have comparisons to know that OBAMA and BIDEN will get the VOTE in NOV.08
Posted by: Jess on Sep 2, 2008 at 08:11 PM
This girl being pregnant is none of my concern. I just have to say, now in 2008 I could never expect my daughter to marry at 17. Baby or no baby. I would encourage adoption or help any way I could, but I would want her to go to college and not have regrets and stuck in a loveless marriage. Yes, she might think she is in love and wants to be married, but she's 17!
Posted by: Peggy Location: Plymouth on Sep 2, 2008 at 08:07 PM
God Bless the family that has a teenager that never makes a mistake. At least this family is attempting to make it right. Most young girls would just take the easy way out and have an abortion. This young woman is standing up and being an adult. Give her Mom credit for raising a responsible young woman. And the bottom line is... the daughter is not the candidate. Not part of the election.
Posted by: "tic for tac" Location: NC on Sep 2, 2008 at 07:43 PM
To Obama 08 4 Prez!, Thank you but I must tell you I use more than one name on here but every time I post a comment you agree with me. does that tell you anything my friend:) NO you will not have to deal with the entire Republican bots alone as long as I am around, like I said YOU have agreed with me 1000% of the time, good job friend :)
Posted by: Obama 08 4 Prez! on Sep 2, 2008 at 06:53 PM
"tic for tac" after 113 comments including mine, i might finally have an ally. I'm use to dealing with the entire Republican bots all by myself, and it wasn't hard at all. It was like cutting butter with a hot knife. When the real truth is, i couldn't give 2 monkey butts if this girl has triplets as long as it isn't my child. Words are strong, well the way you use words are strong. Palin's own party is calling her daughter's baby a mistake LOL. Everyone makes mistakes they say. Blah blah blah blah first stone, be ashamed of yourself you hypocrite Democrats judging. When that's exactly what they are doing, judging us. Do I really care what these people think about me? NO I have comments posted directed to me everyday. I respect every one's opinion on the blogs, but that's all it is, just their opinion. Because 100 bots think alike doesn't make it right, it just means they support their losing side like we support President Obama.
Posted by: Ashley Location: Greenville on Sep 2, 2008 at 06:47 PM
OH MY GOD!!! I agree with the below comment...her daughter being pregnant has NOTHING to do with politics...get real. She made her choice to keep the baby (which I agree with) instead of taking the easy way out (abortion). Give her kudos for that...dont be jealous!
Posted by: Lisa Location: Martin CO. on Sep 2, 2008 at 06:31 PM
Hey guys, you all act as if she is the first 17yr old to ever have gotten preg. out of wedlock, If every Parent in the world was able to control their teens as you expect Sarah Palin to do, then teen pregnancy would not be on the rise. Teens were getting pregnant as far back as great grandparents, the only difference is the teens of today don't hide by suddenly going on vacation to an out of state relatives or suddenly getting married, or aborting the baby. She is not the first,nor the last. I don't think she got pregnant out of wedlock on purpose. Whether her mom was at home or not, she would have probably still gotten pregnant. Parents can't be with their teens all the time. Stop pointing fingers and think about how old you all were when you experimented with sex. I'm sure all of you were not married when you first experienced sex. There are no such things as baby mistakes, No child is a mistake, just misplanned. You can preach "no sex" all you want but its all human nature.
Posted by: Obama 08 4 Prez! on Sep 2, 2008 at 06:30 PM
To:Let it go.., I thought I also mention condoms, must have slipped your mind!
Posted by: hope Location: NC on Sep 2, 2008 at 06:20 PM
To: Marie of Washington, Your advise to parents of girls is "teaching them to keep their legs closed". What should we be teaching our boys?
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 2, 2008 at 05:53 PM
What is the big deal. I had my child at 17 and raised him (without the help of my parents. I have been married now for 20 years and life has been great.My son is now in college and doing wonderful. Leave this alone.
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 2, 2008 at 05:47 PM
These are my thoughts.. at least she is being mature about the situation now, and keeping the baby, because most of the democrates, would of had an abortion, because that is what yall do, then she would have been talked about by you hypocrites for being a murderer!
Posted by: Cat Location: Gboro on Sep 2, 2008 at 05:42 PM
Im glad that somebody up here has decided to bring up obabmas shady lifestyle. Its amazing to me all the people up here that are talking like you can control your kids actions. You teach them what you believe is right and hope that they at least make pretty good decisions. Thats all you can do. As far as Palin being a believer of abstinence and all, well great! If more teens followed that belief system then there would be less pregnancies and diseases, but guess what? Most don't. Despite what their parents may believe. And well said BOOBOO. There are alot of people up here making statements that pretty much say that she cant do the job cuz she is a woman and she needs to stay home and cook or something.. Its this kind of close mindedness that keeps me in constant torment in my job. What really surprises me is that there are alot of women talking like that. Wow. Thanks for the support ladys.
Posted by: Tad Location: Jamesville on Sep 2, 2008 at 05:16 PM
obama's background is much more shady than Palin's. He admitted to much of this unseemly behavior in his own books, but it goes even deeper than that. obama sat in a church that taught hate against white people, he sat there saying "AMEN" and nodding his head for over twenty years. When this came to light, obama stopped going to church there and claimed to disavow all the things that the preacher had been saying for the past 21 years. If a person robbed banks for over 20 years and when caught denounced bank robbery, should we all let it slide and speak of it no more? Would it help if he pulled an "obama" and claimed complete ignorance that anything was going on to begin with. Having a teen daughter who becomes sexually active against her mom's wishes puts Sarah Palin in the mainstream of America. All parents face that issue. Snorting coke as a teenager and attending a racist, anti-American church for over 20 years puts obama out of step with most Americans. Vote McCain/Palin!
Posted by: JB Location: NC on Sep 2, 2008 at 05:09 PM
I can't actually believe the media is interested in this story. Children are off limits...
Posted by: Pirateman on Sep 2, 2008 at 05:00 PM
I gotta praise Obama for stepping up and demanding that the Palin family is left alone. A lesser man wouldn't say anything and let the hate flow through the media. Honorable in my book.
Posted by: Let it go.. on Sep 2, 2008 at 04:44 PM
To: Obama 08 4 Prez!. The shot may protect her from pregnancy but not from diseases such as AIDS. Let this be! We all have done things in our life that we should have made better decisions about... it isn't about being Republican or Democrat, it is about being HUMAN!
Posted by: BooBoo Location: here on Sep 2, 2008 at 04:44 PM
Obama supporter ----Sarah couln't keep her daughter from getting pregnant anymore than Hillary could keep Bill from having affairs. Hillary should have known.
Posted by: BooBoo Location: here on Sep 2, 2008 at 04:39 PM
To all of you who think she doesn't have time to be a VP because she is a mom, etc. etc. How sexist can you get! Why don't you just say she can't be a VP because she is a woman. Let's not forget that there are TWO parents in that family. She isn't a single mom with an 8th grade education living on welfare for Pete's sake. This is an educated woman who has her act together.
Posted by: Marie Location: Washington on Sep 2, 2008 at 04:36 PM
Palin sure seems the go-getter, that I have no doubt in her abilities to make it as a Vice President. What do I think, though, of a mother who would leave her Down's Syndrome baby 3 days after being born to return back to work, and apparently not be there enough for her 17 yr. old daughter either, that she had to go find "love" from an 18 yr. old boyfriend. Well, she's got her priorities in disarray. Who would subject their 17 year old in this predicament to the entire nation and the 3-ring circus presidential campaigns always turn out to be? With a job like the one Palin is campaigning for, there will be little time for children, let alone an infant and another on the way. A common theme of these posts is that you never know what your teen is going to end up doing. Do you people know your children so little that you have no faith they will make the right decisions when it comes to sex ... if you're teaching them to keep their legs closed, maybe you're not.
Posted by: Lisa Location: Martin CO on Sep 2, 2008 at 04:23 PM
Let those FREE of sin "mistakes" cast the first stone. None are perfect, but yet you guys are slamming a 17yr old girl who had no clue that her life was going to be the slammed by somebody who doesn't even know just because her mom was chosen as VP candidate. Get of the girls case. I bet if you all who are slamming this beautiful 17yr check into your childs life, you will probably find out that your child is probably having sex too. The only problem is that God planted a seed where it needed to grow and you all are slamming this girl for this. Sarah Palin's daughter should have never been brought into light except for the fact that she is doing the right thing by having the child and not aborting it as most of you probably felt she should have done. If this was your 17 yr. you would be just as happy as Sarah Palin. McCain/Palin 08. I do agree w/ Obama on one thing and that is IT is not about family,family should be left out of this decision on how to vote.
Posted by: hope Location: NC on Sep 2, 2008 at 04:20 PM
Whether or not Bristol marries is none of my business. Babies are special gifts from God, & this one is lucky to be going to the Palin family. While Bristol probably did not plan this pregnancy, she can still finish high school, go to college, & be whatever she so chooses. Best wishes to the Palin family. McCain/Palin '08
Posted by: J Location: Kinston on Sep 2, 2008 at 04:19 PM
I think this shows that Palin has to deal with everyday issues like this just like you and I do. I am tired of the general population of this country expecting it's leaders and their running mates and their families to have a perfectly clean record. Palin's 17 year old daughter is pregnant and the entire US is an uproar but Jamie Lynn Spears gets pregnant at 17 and has gets paid millions for the pictures of the baby. What is the difference? If the country is going to condenm Palin's daughter then do the same for Jamie Lynn Spears not pay her just for the pictures of the baby.
Posted by: sue on Sep 2, 2008 at 03:58 PM
To Gina..."he who is without sin, cast the first stone" ring a bell??
Posted by: GoPirates Location: GVegas on Sep 2, 2008 at 03:49 PM
I agree with all of DAVID's comments..I was a teen when I had my daughter and I WAS on birth control (I was taking prescriptions at the same time), my mom talked to me about sex and contraceptives numerous of times! I listened everytime, but I am very hard headed and always did what I wanted (as most teens will do). But my daughter is the best thing that ever happened to me and guess what...I am marrying her father in May!! At least the girl is owning up to her mistakes. This doesnt even need to be made out b/t democrats or republicans, these are real people w/ real lives. Lets all keep that in mind as well as only God can judge!! Best wishes Palin family
Posted by: alex Location: Vanceboro on Sep 2, 2008 at 03:33 PM
When Barak Obama was 17 he spent his school days, Drunk, doing marijuana as well as snorting coke, according to his own book. there is no uproar over his actions. it was only a resume enhancement. if we are going to look at Palin's family then lets unearth all of Obama's half brothers. lets look into Biden's family or hey lets stay out of the family's lives.
Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 2, 2008 at 03:20 PM
So did she use her power as Governor to have her ex brother-in-law fired or not????
Posted by: Maggie Location: Kinston on Sep 2, 2008 at 03:05 PM
OMG The girl is going to have a baby, a blessing from God!!!!! Why is this even an issue? As a Mother all we can do is support our young adults and hope and pray the choices they make will be the right ones for them. Her daughter being an unwed mother has no bearing on her Mother being the Vice President!! Time to get a clue folks and follow the real issues facing the american public at the current time
Posted by: David Location: Manteo on Sep 2, 2008 at 01:42 PM
Hey "Tic For Tac", GROW UP! Refer back to my past two comments - your one of those I was talking about! That comment you made was so childish! Everyone has their right to opinion about a candidate as long as its on an adult and professional level. If anyone is slamming a candidate, it should be because of that candidates beliefs or something they said during the polical race for presidency. It is all part of everyones right to vote. But to slam a candidate over their family mainly their children's actions is simply ignorant and uncalled-for. If your voting is based on that c