Dear Readers: I am heading out of town with the Young Prince for my own version of the Sarah Palin American Exceptionalism tour! Stops include Mt. Vernon, Yorktown and Cape Canaveral.
As you recall, Palin’s emails were recently microscopically examined by the elite media (with an assist from volunteers), and found to contain nothing of importance to those who want to tear her down. However, Palin’s supporters have been giving those emails a close look, too. For example, Conservatived4Palin published this gem: #Palinemails Show that the Center-Left Superintendent of the Anchorage School District Praised Palin for “Her Vision [and] Leadership”
My self-appointed task as part of the Conservatives4Palin email review has been scanning the emails for notes from other Democrats who support Sarah Palin. I would like this post to be used as a counter-argument that “Democrats will never vote for Palin”. Actually, yes they will — and here is proof.
I found quite a few (for reference, click HERE for the Crivela West Palin email upload page, and search “Democrat”). Below are my findings.
I would like to highlight my personal favorite:
Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 4:29 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Oil&GasMESSAGE:
Governor Sarah. I remember back when I was still working,.. and a real good friend of mine named Don Graber, told me that you might make a real good governor. Now me being a Jay Hammond democrat most all my adult life, and you being a republican, ..well I had to think about what Don said. When you did run against the previous governor, and after listening to you, and learning about you, well I joined the rest of most of the folks in Alaska and voted for you. I’m glad I did. I know they are too. You have done more for this state than anyone else since Jay Hammond. I hope you realize what you have helped accomplish for Alaska. I think you do. I just want to thank you for myself, and future generations of Alaskans, for your faith in Alaska and its people. You have carved your name into Alaskan history… and I’m so glad to have been here as it unfolds. History is being made. Again Sarah,.. thank you.
Here are the remainder:
Sent: Wednesday, December 26, 2007 11:45 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: OtherMESSAGE:
I wish there were more people like you winning Republican (and Democrat) primaries! I’m a Democrat myself but would love to see more moderation (and especially less money/corruption) in politics and you seem to be a shining example of the direction politics should take. Good luck!!To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Health-Care
Web mail from: Mr. Joe GrayMESSAGE:
Dear Governor,
God Bless you and your family to include your new child with Downs Syndrome. I just read what you have done in your term as Governor of Alaska. Although a liftetime Democrat, I applaud you for what you have accomplished and are doing for your State. In both major political parties, we need many more people like you!
GO SARAH!!!!Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 11:04 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: OtherMESSAGE:
This State employee, despite the fact that I am a Democrat, thinks you are doing a great job., Don’t change the way you look after Alaskans.Sent: Thursday, December 27, 2007 7:48 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)MESSAGE:
I jut read an article about you and while I am a democrat I admired many of your positions and undertakings. Although I am certain thta we differ on some positions, I admire the manner in which you have acted a governor, so I just thought I would send you this message and let you know.Sent: Saturday, June 30, 2007 11:38 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: BudgetMESSAGE:
Thanks for sticking to your guns and keeping the legislature in check. While some of the projects may have been personally lucrative (I’m in construction), None of the vetoed items are critical at this time. Thanks again, keep up the good work,
D.R.,
DemocratSent: Tuesday, August 05, 2008 8:00 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: OtherMESSAGE:
Hello Governor Palin…
I just want to take a moment here to thank you for the excellent job you are doing for the citizens of the Great state of Alaska. I have had no regrets for the vote I gave you. I have enjoyed pointing out to my visitors this year how we Alaskans have a new governor and she is just the new cut of representative we needed for the people here. Please keep up the work you are doing and know that you have the support of many as you move us all proudly forward.Thanks again K.J.
K-8 teacher and a democrat of 36 yearsSent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 11:27 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Public-SafetyMESSAGE:
Governor Palin,
Lots of average citizens support you! Stand strong and keep your courage! 2′ m a democrat but support you and your policies in many areas .Copy of my e-mail sent to Senator Elton for your info.To: ‘gov.sarah@yahoo.com’
Subject: May 1 Bill Signing Info
Governor,Here is all the info on tomorrow’s event, as well as your remarks. Kris will hand-deliver your briefing packet to you tonight. The seniors are very excited to see you at the event – one, a retired nurse and professing Democrat, said she loved you so much, she even voted for you.
Sent: Friday, May 09, 2008 4:39 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: OtherDear Gov. Palin,
Thank you for your hard work in office. Despite being a Democrat, I’ve found many of your decisions in office to be exceptionally practical and bold. I look forward to a very productive term in office. And speaking of a productive term . . my main purpose in writing is to congratulate you and your family on the birth of your son. My own son is a happy, wonderful 5 year old who deals with Autism. I don’t know much about your faith, but I hope you won’t mind me sending you a little prayer: I bless you all in.the journey of raising a new child, who will be delightful and challenging in brand new ways–you know, like every kid
May you and your husband be transformed again by the power of love and a new life. May your son grow strong in character, mind and body, and be a blessing to every one he meets. May your older children be blessed by their brother and receive all that they need. May you and your husband receive an extra helping of energy, and the ability to rest well. May the boldness and common sense you have shown in office be a service to you in your parenting.
In the name of Jesus, Amen.God has prepared you all for each other and its gonna be beautiful–but you already knew that.
Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2008 10:15 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Oil&GasMESSAGE:
I attended a town meeting tonight in Wasilla on the gas pipeline. I want to first tell you a bit about myself and background. I amnow and always have been a registered Democrat. I went across party lines to vote for you for Mayor of Wasilla both times. The first time was because I didn’t like your opponant and you were a woman. The second time because I liked what you did for Wasilla. I and my staunch democratic husband both voted for you for Govenor because we liked what you did for Wasilla and were sure you would do the same for Alaska. We are a bit miffed as to why the “all Alaskan gas pipeline” girl has been taken over by the Canadians? My husband says its because if we keep it in state you can’t line your pockets.He is very sceptical about “politicians”. I am praying that is not the reason. I believe we should ask the people of Alaska in a vote if they want Canada to have that much control over our gas or if we want to use the infrastructure already in place in the oil pipeline to build it ourselves. I am concerned by the opportunities for Canada to use our gas by diversion or by using our gas to devolope Canadian fields. Or by charging exorbinant terrifs. It just seems to me there are too many ways we can loose by accepting this Trans-Canada proposal.Why can’t we simply build it side by side of the existing pipeline? Funding? I bet the people would vote to use the permanent fund with the reassurance that their used dividens would be replaced with interest, once the pipeline was built. It only makes sense to me to keep it “all Alaskan “, creating jobs in the building and exporting, keeping all the revenues to ourselves. I see a grim future if we stay thinking along the lines of not keeping it all Alaskan. We did it before ………… we can do it again!!!! Sincerly,
P.M.
P.S. You are always in my prayers as a mother and govenor . God Bless you
I would like to think that this post highlights that there are Democrats out there who actually respect their fellow citizens, even if they hold a different party registration. It seems that basic civility from the extreme left within my party has been lacking; it is nice to be able to show that average Democrats appreciate an honest, hard-working representative of any party.
Related to this point, I would like to point out that its was the California State Controller who tossed out the pseudo-budget offered by our legislators as “balanced” — in a scramble to meet the legally-set deadline and collect their pay. Contoller, and fellow Democrat, John Chiang had this statement:
“My office’s careful review of the recently-passed budget found components that were miscalculated, miscounted or unfinished,” said Chiang. “The numbers simply did not add up, and the Legislature will forfeit their pay until a balanced budget is sent to the Governor.”
http://www.sco.ca.gov/
My Tea Party peeps know what to do! If Democrat Alaskans can email Sarah Palin with a few kind words, we can contact Chiang (who is probably coming under a bit of “friendly fire” from Sacramento Democratic representatives who didn’t think he was going to make the law legal).
John Chiang
CA State Controller’s Office
FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/pages/State-Controller-John-Chiang/22930503694
SACRAMENTO
P.O. Box 942850
Sacramento, CA 94250-5872
(916) 445-2636 Office
(916) 322-4404 FAX
Los Angeles
777 South Figueroa Street, Suite 4800
Los Angeles, California 90017
(213) 833-6010 Office
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UPDATE: This is from the comments section of Chiang’s Facebook page: I’m a life-long Democrat from a family of Democrats. You absolutely did the right thing withholding the paychecks. The legislators who are griping about it are foolish. Are they trying to ensure no re-election for themselves? We don’t want to hear them complain. We want to see them craft a budget solution. Good job.
Sarah Palin owes you big time!
Fantastic post, great job. We definitely should be offering support to people who do the right thing regardless of party.