Sarah Palin did NOT say "I can see Russia from my house."

[dontworrybehappy]

I just wanted to clarify this. This is simply media bias. And considering I've seen several liberals here take that and run with it, let's make this clear. Tina Fey said it, not Sarah Palin.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXL86v8NoGk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PC018OJfwH4&feature=related

So knock Sarah in legit areas, but please, stop spreading lies about her.

 

[haymarket]

Must be a really slow Sunday, coming the day after Christmas and all.

 

[Deuce]

We know that. It's a joke.

 

[RightinNYC]

We know that. It's a joke.

FWIW, I would wager that the percentage of people who actually believe that Palin said that meets or exceeds the percentage of people who actually believe that Obama was born in Kenya.

 

[haymarket]

FWIW, I would wager that the percentage of people who actually believe that Palin said that meets or exceeds the percentage of people who actually believe that Obama was born in Kenya.

Is there a point in there somewhere?

 

[X Factor]

We know that. It's a joke.

You may know it, but I cannot tell you how many times I've had to correct someone who makes some claim about Palin claiming she can see Russia from her house, her porch or her backyard.

 

[RightinNYC]

Is there a point in there somewhere?

Presumably you would think it worthwhile to explain to people that Obama was not actually born in Kenya.

Similarly, someone might think it worthwhile to explain to people that Palin did not actually utter the above quote.

Not sure how much clearer I can make it.

 

[X Factor]

I just wanted to clarify this. This is simply media bias. And considering I've seen several liberals here take that and run with it, let's make this clear. Tina Fey said it, not Sarah Palin.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXL86v8NoGk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PC018OJfwH4&feature=related

So knock Sarah in legit areas, but please, stop spreading lies about her.

Good thread. It would have been a better poll.

Seriously, try this, go to Snopes and compare their coverage of Gore's "I created the Internet" (which he did actually say) to Palin's "I can see Russia from my house". That's right, I'm calling out Snopes.

 

[haymarket]

Presumably you would think it worthwhile to explain to people that Obama was not actually born in Kenya.

Similarly, someone might think it worthwhile to explain to people that Palin did not actually utter the above quote.

Not sure how much clearer I can make it.

I would not attempt to waste a second to explain to anyone who cannot see the difference between an intentional campaign built on prejudice and lies designed to help destroy an elected President and that of a joke on obvious comedy show.

But thats just me.

 

[RightinNYC]

I would not attempt to waste a second to explain to anyone who cannot see the difference between an intentional campaign built on prejudice and lies designed to help destroy an elected President and that of a joke on obvious comedy show.

But thats just me.

I like to correct ignorance wherever I see it, rather than letting it fester when it supports my own political position.

 

[haymarket]

I like to correct ignorance wherever I see it, rather than letting it fester when it supports my own political position.

A most noble sentiment that you should be congratulated upon. Sadly, if one harbors such 'beliefs' about the President, they are most likely beyond even your sainted intervention.

 

[RightinNYC]

A most noble sentiment that you should be congratulated upon. Sadly, if one harbors such 'beliefs' about the President, they are most likely beyond even your sainted intervention.

Which explains why you're so dismissive when people try to correct the error that the OP mentioned about Palin.

Wait, no, that doesn't explain it.

 

[Barbbtx]

Video: How Obama Got Elected; Update: Zogby confirms poll, denies “push polling” « Hot Air
start at the 4:20 twenty mark. The ignorance is really sad.
This shows people not only believe Sarah Palin said she could see Russia from her house, but when asked who said they had visited 57 states, they didn't know, but guessed Palin.

 

[haymarket]

Which explains why you're so dismissive when people try to correct the error that the OP mentioned about Palin.

Wait, no, that doesn't explain it.

I do NOT get worked up over jokes on an obvious comedy show... especially one where the butt of the joke appeared on the show itself participating in making fun of her image. If you have to explain that to people, its a hopeless task considering the end recipient of your intended assistance.

 

[RightinNYC]

I do NOT get worked up over jokes on an obvious comedy show... especially one where the butt of the joke appeared on the show itself participating in making fun of her image. If you have to explain that to people, its a hopeless task considering the end recipient of your intended assistance.

I really don't think you understand what we're talking about.

There are lots of people who believe erroneous things about various politicians. I'm explaining that I think it's worthwhile to correct those errors when you can. You're arguing that:

1) The error regarding palin is different than the one regarding obama,
2) People who think Obama is Kenyan are dumb, and
3) Palin appeared on SNL, so that somehow means that this confusion doesn't matter (?)

I'm not sure how any of those things is responsive to the topic. It sounds like you're just arguing for the sake of arguing.

 

[haymarket]

Actually all three of things are very much to the topic.

 

[Deuce]

It sounds like you're just arguing for the sake of arguing.

Hi, welcome to the Debate Politics forums!

 

[Grim17]

Actually all three of things are very much to the topic.

No, all three things take the focus away from the point of the thread, as well as display a person who's perspective is so skewed by partisan politics, that reality and objectivity no longer seem to exist.

 

[Chappy]

“They're our next door neighbors and you can actually see Russia from land here in Alaska, from an island in Alaska.” — Sarah Palin​

That quote by Sarah Palin to Charlie Gibson is a reminder of just how vacuous her thinking really was in the 2008 election; that living in Alaska alone would give her any great insight into the geo-political matters surrounding Russia and the then on-going conflict in Georgia.

Tina Fey's act, “I can see Russia from my house,” was a parody that like all truly brilliant comedy has stuck to Palin ever since.

Yes, Sarah Palin never claimed to be able to see Russia from her house, just from her home state. But, the point remains, it didn't qualify her to be president or vice president or dog catcher for that matter. That she thought it was relevant at all is a reminder of just what a dope she is.

 

[haymarket]

No, all three things take the focus away from the point of the thread, as well as display a person who's perspective is so skewed by partisan politics, that reality and objectivity no longer seem to exist.

Sounds to me like you are describing the individual looking back at you in the mirror. The idea of a thread a full two years later to try to redeem her image is simply ridiculous.

 

[RightinNYC]

“They're our next door neighbors and you can actually see Russia from land here in Alaska, from an island in Alaska.” — Sarah Palin​

That quote by Sarah Palin to Charlie Gibson is a reminder of just how vacuous her thinking really was in the 2008 election; that living in Alaska alone would give her any great insight into the geo-political matters surrounding Russia and the then on-going conflict in Georgia.

Or it was a dumb little factoid that all politicians throw out to make their opinions sound more relevant.

Tina Fey's act, “I can see Russia from my house,” was a parody that like all truly brilliant comedy has stuck to Palin ever since.

Because there are a lot of stupid people who don't like Palin and have difficulties separating fact from fiction.

Yes, Sarah Palin never claimed to be able to see Russia from her house, just from her home state. But, the point remains, it didn't qualify her to be president or vice president or dog catcher for that matter. That she thought it was relevant at all is a reminder of just what a dope she is.

I'm shocked that you think that one of Palin's statements was dumb. Really, that's completely out of character for you.

 

[haymarket]

Because there are a lot of stupid people who don't like Palin and have difficulties separating fact from fiction.

It obviously struck a very responsive chord with the American people. You simply cannot force the American people to see things a certain way just because you see them that way. Regardless - if you like it or not, if the Palin supporters like it or not, if the right wing likes it or not - the American people responded to the Tina Fey impersonation and it says as much about their attitude towards Palin as it does about the talents of Miss Fey.

And Palin is stuck with it. The Republican Party is stuck with it. And the right wing is stuck with it.

 

[RightinNYC]

Sounds to me like you are describing the individual looking back at you in the mirror.

"I know you are but what am I?"

There's the incisive and witty repartee I've been expecting from you.

It obviously struck a very responsive chord with the American people.

Hilarious. When stupid people believe incorrect things that favor conservatives, there's no limit to the bile that you will spew at those misinformed cretins. When stupid people believe incorrect things that favor liberals, it's just because it struck a chord with them.

Such a partisan hack.

 

[haymarket]

from Rightnnyc

Such a partisan hack.

The best response to that is what you wrote to begin your vitriolic post

"I know you are but what am I?"

Sometimes the most obvious answer fits the best.

 

[Barbbtx]

“They're our next door neighbors and you can actually see Russia from land here in Alaska, from an island in Alaska.” — Sarah Palin​

That quote by Sarah Palin to Charlie Gibson is a reminder of just how vacuous her thinking really was in the 2008 election; that living in Alaska alone would give her any great insight into the geo-political matters surrounding Russia and the then on-going conflict in Georgia.

Tina Fey's act, “I can see Russia from my house,” was a parody that like all truly brilliant comedy has stuck to Palin ever since.

Yes, Sarah Palin never claimed to be able to see Russia from her house, just from her home state. But, the point remains, it didn't qualify her to be president or vice president or dog catcher for that matter. That she thought it was relevant at all is a reminder of just what a dope she is.

How about a little more context?
Charlie Gibson says,

[B[COLOR="red[B]"]]Let me ask you about specific national security situations. Let’s start, because we are near Russia.[/COLOR][/B][/B] Let’s start with Russia and Georgia. The administration has said, we’ve got to maintain the territorial integrity of Georgia. Do you believe the United States should try to restore Georgian sovereignty over South Ossetia and Abkhazia?
GOVERNOR SARAH PALIN (REPUBLICAN VICE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE)
First off, we’re going to continue good relations with Saakashvili there. I was able to speak with him the other day and giving him my commitment, as John McCain’s running mate, that we will be committed to Georgia. And we’ve got to keep an eye on Russia. For Russia to have exerted such pressure in terms of invading a smaller democratic country, unprovoked, is unacceptable. And we have to keep… CHARLES GIBSON (ABC NEWS)
(Off-camera) You believe unprovoked?
GOVERNOR SARAH PALIN (REPUBLICAN VICE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE)
I do believe unprovoked. And we have got to keep our eyes on Russia. Under the leadership there.
CHARLES GIBSON (ABC NEWS)
(Off-camera) What insight into Russian actions particularly in the last couple of weeks, does the proximity of this state give you? GOVERNOR SARAH PALIN (REPUBLICAN VICE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE)
They’re our next door neighbors. And you can actually see Russia from land here in Alaska. CHARLES GIBSON (ABC NEWS)
(Off-camera) You in favor of putting Georgia and Ukraine into NATO?
GOVERNOR SARAH PALIN (REPUBLICAN VICE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE)
Ukraine, definitely, yes. Yes, and Georgia. Putin thinks otherwise. Obviously he thinks otherwise.
CHARLES GIBSON (ABC NEWS)
(Off-camera) And under the NATO treaty, wouldn’t we then have to go to war if Russia went into Georgia?
GOVERNOR SARAH PALIN (REPUBLICAN VICE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE)
Perhaps so. I mean that is the agreement. When you are a NATO ally, is, if another country is attacked, you are going to be expected to be called upon and help. Transcript: Sarah Palin Interview with Charles Gibson, Part I