Comments on: Schweitzer Ribs Palin
By Doug Gordon on 02-21-09
There would be no sense in supporting Gov. Palin, in her efforts to do service - in a Spiritual Scence - to needy people in the Youkon.
We know that a Democrat can never do wrong. The Media is so dedicated. We know also, that anywhere she might go she will be ‘Put Down’.
The Propaganda from the Left is to be congratulated, they far exceed all that the Russians, and/or the Germans ever did. This will continue. The Left has reason to fear. I do not think any person can be demolished. That is for the individual self to do when knowing that they are wrong. I will not delve into how Power and Greed with some Politicians force them to pursue. Palin, is a North Territory survivor. Interesting to watch how many survive in the next four years.
By James Alcorn on 02-21-09
Pleeze lern to spel. Thanx.
By starving student on 02-21-09
James- If that’s the only imput your capable of writing, then you need to get a life.
By mooseberryinn on 02-22-09
So, the picture with the article is showing us a horse’s butt. Well done! Totally appropriate!
By Eric Dondero on 02-22-09
Schweitzer is a libertarian-hater. If it’s Pro-Liberty, he’s opposed to it. In 2006, he made sure that the libertarian property rights initiative - against eminent domain was thrown off the Montana ballot, even though signature gatherers had collected over twice the number of signatures required. He then held a press conference blasting “libertarians from out-of-state” who were sponsoring the inititive.
Naturally, Schweitzer would hate Sarah Palin, one of the most libertarian governors in the country. Where’s the surprise here? Schweitzer is a Marxist. Palin supports property rights and limited government.
By Ha, Ha, Great Joke Brian! on 02-22-09
Sarah Palin and her clan are great fodder for comedians. Let’s all hope she has a future with the Republican Party. Her unwed daughter is the poster child for the wingnuts.
By Poor Para Sailin on 02-22-09
Gee Eric, why the hate mongering? Because our guv doesn’t share the same party affiliation as AK’s guv, you assume that “Naturally, Schweitzer would hate Sarah Palin.” I have noticed that the righteous right has a real “our way or you’re wrong / you’re either w/ us or against us” attitude. Continuing to polarize with foolish rhetoric will solve nothing. So BS took a few jabs at SP - big deal; lighten up. “Ha Ha” is right, Palin brings it on herself (see: her multiple appearances on Saturday Night Live). And re: the ballot issue: IF BS did something truly illegal, why didn’t the Lib Party pursue it in court? Or did you not give us the full story?
By sfernando on 02-22-09
fact - palin has real accomplishmentsfact - obama has no accomplishments , he is incompetent, has tendency to “vote present”, is a confirmed radical, and has weak leadership qualities and it is already showing with his tax cheats, lobbyists and even plain old pay for play criminals, weak foreign policy and that generational theft act etc.
so why is palin smeared at every turn and obama lauded?
those who are not obamabots should and will ask that .
By jimr3 on 02-22-09
Hey Schweitzer, maybe it is because:
“Gov. Palin’s office announced Thursday that her travel to western Alaska coupled with her work on budget amendments and “economic stimulus certification requirements” would prevent her from attending this weekend’s NGA meeting, which includes not only the energy policy discussion but also a Sunday black tie dinner at the White House and a Monday governors-only meeting with President Barack Obama.”
The Anchorage Daily News reported about her trip to western Alaska:
“Gov. Sarah Palin and evangelist Franklin Graham flew out of Wasilla Airport this morning to the Yukon River village of Russian Mission, where Graham’s international Christian relief group plans to deliver food to dozens of families today.”
http://community.adn.com/adn/node/138240
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Z7s0V_UL7U&eurl=http://www.teamsarah.org/group/NewsWatch/forum/topics/sarahs-interview-about-food
Many weeks ago, Governor Palin made a promise to her constituents to stay in Alaska during the current legislative session – unlike most other politicians she is making good on that promise.
Good move by Governor Palin.
Go SarahPac.com
By PH on 02-22-09
Thank you jimr3 for stating those facts!
SarahPac.com
Palin 2012!
By Gary on 02-22-09
Poor Para Sailin said:
Palin brings it on herself (see: her multiple appearances on Saturday Night Live)
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Uhhh, that would be Tina Fey! I know most liberals have an IQ equal to a small glass of ice water, BUT, you’d think they could tell the difference!
Governor Palin made only ONE appearance on Saturday Night Live, and it was their highest rated show in years.
This is what Loren Michaels said of her after the show:
“I think Palin will continue to be underestimated for a while. I watched the way she connected with people, and she’s powerful. Her politics aren’t my politics. But you can see that she’s a very powerful, very disciplined, incredibly gracious woman. This was her first time out and she’s had a huge impact. People connect to her”
Everyone who meets her says the same thing.
As for Governor Schweitzer, that was a pretty classless remark.
By SMITH on 02-22-09
Albert Swietzer was famous for bringing medicine to Africa long ago. It’s too bad his great grand-son (?) is part of the pestilence that infects American society today.
When the Kool Aid runs out, Obots will be left holding an empty cup, begging for nickels and dimes. And it will be generous Conservatives who will save them, not some bloated corpse of a soul-dead government!
By Kenton on 02-22-09
I thought it pretty classy and the right thing for Gov Palin to stay in Alaska and take care of her constituency….Gov Schweitzer,I’m sure you’re ‘man’ enough to survive the ‘slight’...Oh,and try vinegar.It works wonders on those horse-s**t stains. 
SarahPac.com
By Charlene on 02-22-09
Ahhh..little guy from big sky. What motivated you to make those mean-spirited comments about Governor Palin? Why the facination with her clothes? We’re beginning to worry about you. As for SNL, there was but one appearance. You must be thinking of the tiresome tina fey, Schwitzer, do you have any idea how vast and diverse Alaska is? Governing it is a full time job. Learn from Gov. Palin.
“HaHa” you are surely a throwback. Sarah’s beautiful daughter and her fiance are not the first (hmmm, hollywood) to jump the gun when they love each other. Compare this with the case of BO’s mother who was abandoned by the father of her child.
By David on 02-22-09
Actually, the real reason Sarah couldn’t come to Montana is because she has to stay home and work on pay the back taxes she owes the State of Alaska for her boondoggle trips to Wasilla these past several years. Not to worry, Governor Schweitzeer is more than capable of running a successful and productive conference all by himself. He doesn’t need help from the Moose Lady.
By Joyfulcardinal on 02-22-09
Governor Shweitzer,Rather than making ribbing jokes about America’s favorite Governor (Palin) you could learn a few things from her. Namely that she is governing - serving the people- and not being taken in by all the hop-la going on in DC.
Maybe you didn’t have the information about energy and was just riding on her coat-tails. So making jokes was the next best thing for you to do.
Careful Now!
By boog bear on 02-22-09
Apparently, Guv Schweitzer is not very wll informed about the activities and accomplishments of the most favorite Governor Palin. Actually, I am really not surprised as his classless comments are reminiscent of most liberal democrats. I’m sorry that you have such disdain for the Governor, you could learn a lot about successuf governance.
By jimr3 on 02-22-09
Hey David
You must be referring to the per diem nonsense that she was legally entitled to.
Allow me to put your snarky comment into its proper context.
She never claimed per diem for living in her home in Wasilla. She only requested per diem for meals and other incidentals while working away from her official office in Juneau. Why was she requesting per diem for meals while working away from her official office? Answer: Because the 90 year old governor’s mansion was under renovation and badly needed repair.
In December of 2008, The Anchorage Daily News reported the following:
http://www.adn.com/626/story/617789.html
”When the Palins moved in, there were all of a sudden lots of leaks and stuff because a real family was living there.”
”The open house has been a tradition for 93 years, with two years off during World War II, said Erica Fagerstrom, the residence manager.”
”She was happy the home was in shape for the thousands of guests. The mansion has undergone extensive plumbing renovations.”
“This place was a construction zone three weeks ago,” she said.”
With the renovations going on at the mansion, the Governor could have legally requested per diem for lodging (hotel or an apartment) in Juneau or Anchorage as previous governors had done in the past. But she didn’t. Instead she opted to stay at her home in Wasilla saving the tax payers of Alaska thousands of dollars. She only asked for meal per diem and not for the more expensive lodging per diem. And she only claimed meal per diem for herself and not for her husband and children even though she was legally entitled to.
Photo’s of work at the mansion in October of 2007: http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/100207/loc_20071002005.shtml
“Workers are replacing the 95-year-old building’s antiquated plumbing system and are generating lots of dust as they remove old pipes. The first phase of construction is scheduled to be completed in December. The second phase will be done next year.”
An important note: It was Governor Palin herself who ordered the review of the tax policy. A fact reported by the Anchorage Daily News on February 17, 2009.
http://www.adn.com/palin/story/693695.html
“At the Governor’s request, we reviewed the situation to determine whether we were in full compliance with the pertinent Internal Revenue Service regulations,” [state administration commissioner Annette] Kreitzer wrote. “As a result of this review, we determined that per diem needs to be treated as income, requiring a revision of W-2 forms for any affected employees.”
So Governor Palin herself asked for the review and she will pay her the tax she owes - unlike a certain Obama Cabinet member who wouldn’t pay his taxes even when he was notified by the IRS – that is not until he was selected by Obama to be his Treasury Secretary and chief enforcer of the IRS.
By PH on 02-22-09
jimr3 you ROCK!
SarahPac.com
Palin 2012!
By Ron Devito on 02-22-09
Since Schweitzer is so concerned about Sarah’s whereabouts this weekend, she was on a humanitarian airlift mission to feed and supply people in distressed communities in her state. You can see the story here: http://sarahs-accomplishments.blogspot.com/2009/02/general-information-package-sarah.html.
As for the clothes, they were returned—they were never Sarah’s property. Maybe the horse manure on Schweitzer’s jeans that he complained about came from beating a dead horse.
http://www.sarahpac.com
By a proud montanan on 02-22-09
A funny story. He does have a great sense of humor. Sounds to me like Palin found a good photo op this weekend. To me she seemed like fluff. What the heck was the “wink wink” thing? Good job Gov Schweitzer. Two overwhelming victories, seems like most of us are pretty happy where you’re at. You’re doing an awesome job!
By Becky on 02-22-09
I guess Gov. Schweitzer is afraid of handling the energy conference on his own. Also, since nobody knows who he is, the only way to get any press is to mention Gov. Palin. Jealous?
By NormaJ on 02-22-09
What a jerk this Schweitz…. who is this guy????....never heard of him. Obviously he couldn’t handle the situation on his own. He was probably hoping to hide behind the kowledge and expertise of Governor Palin. Sounds like this unknown little man is jealous of a very popular well accomplished WOMAN Governor.
By Leg Watcher on 02-22-09
Brian Schweitzer kicks ###.
Every time he says sh*t like this, I just smile, and remember we’ve got a real human in the office. Not an industry lap-dog, not a lobbyist panderer. A real Montanan.
By Leg Watcher on 02-22-09
To Eric Dondero: if Brian is so anti-libertarian, how do you explain his telling the feds to get f**ked on the real id?
By VidOmnia on 02-22-09
Real classy, Schweitzer. I’m sure it’s a big help to Montanans to insult and alienate the Governors of other states.
Proud Montanan, when she winked in the debate, Palin was winking at her father, a longtime teacher in Alaska - she was talking about education issues at the time.
By montana on 02-22-09
I think those who underestimate sarah will be sorry—alot can happen but right now i think she’s next president in 2012—our governor is making any points with next president—maybe we need new governor
By eyeini on 02-23-09
Did any one on this comment page watch the election? Didn’t sarah’s inability to prove her leadership skills hurt mcains campaign? Seriously, I watched all this on fox news as well, but I saw, heard, and researched a completly different side to palin than any of you are presenting.
P.s. another question, her state’s proximity to russia makes her versed in foreign affairs?!?
By Vicki Chris on 02-23-09
Sarah Palin is able to lead, which she has proved already. A few weeks worth of interviews by a left-leaning news media did NOTHING to prove she wasn’t able to be a Vice Pres.
If Obama or Biden had been interviewed the way Sarah Palin was, what would that have really proved,or disproved, about their ability or their past leadership skills?
K. Couric got her Choice elected THIS time, but the American people have gotten wiser and much more aware of the media bias. 2012 will be very different.
By funguymon on 02-23-09
Ha, funny that yet none of the Palin sheep here have yet to defend her outrageous spending on clothes and how her “abstinence till marriage” family values really worked out. Some one’s reply was “they jumped the gun” whoopee, this is the lady who is against birth control, but has ingenious pregnancy policies. So Palin, why so much money for some clothes? Any of your sheep like to reply?
If she was elected president she would put the ten commandments right on the White House lawn. yay!...
What is all this yelling about for the next president any how? Well, I guess I’ll join in (shrugs).
Ron Paul 2012!
By J Davis on 02-23-09
A person who believes in witchcraft and demons is just what 21st Century America needs—NOT! I actually was going to vote for McCain until Palin was the VP choice. I don’t want a crazy fundie that close to the White House! Palin’s pick was pandering to the worst elements in the GOP.
By Kenton on 02-23-09
Please J Davis,If you disagree with Gov Palin’s politics,etc that’s fine.But A 5 minute Google search dispels this crap about ‘witchcraft’ you’re spewing about .That ‘BS’ was debunked months ago….Its like me hearing that Obama is really an alien from the planet Uranus..I can believe it all I want…Believing doesn’t make it true…
By Round Up on 02-23-09
Sorry Guv, Costco doesn’t sell bolo ties. BS can’t tell BS from horse***t even when his boots are full of it. Stand up comedy from a part-time comic is like leadership form a part-time governor: Lacking. Please don’t embarrass the state with more of your foolish comments that will only draw yuks from back room boys. Obamanites might smile, but inwardly they cringe at your crass humor.
By Beaver Cleaver on 02-23-09
Sarah Palin is my kind of lady.
The election is over. It is time to repair friendships with the other party. Governor Palin is doing her part to do just that. The rest of the world has difficulty understanding how, after bitter election campaigns, American politicians can kiss and make-up.
For instance, Governor Palin has invited the men who defeated her, Barack Obama and Joe Biden, to her great state of Alaska. For their enjoyment, she has set up a moose hunting trip and hired three men who have hospitality experience to assist them.
Dick Cheney will lead them on the hunt, Ted Kennedy will do the driving, and Bill Clinton will entertain their wives and daughters.
What a lady ! That Sarah is such a sport and thinks of everything !
By J & B in OKC on 02-23-09
If you truly listen to Palin and watch what she does, you can kind of figure out what may have happened here and why she was a no show at the Governor’s conference. Perhaps she did or said something at the Alfalfa Dinner that was a classic Palinesqe gaffe. Plus she was criticized in her home state for jaunting off to DC while western Alaskans are starving, Todd has been found in contempt over the Troopergate thing, and the news is out that she owes back taxes on those per diem payments she collected while staying at home. Quite possibly she is now embarrassed and avoiding the Gov’s conference.
Under the circumstances, her decision to stay at home to work on local issues was probably a good one. She is certainly not the sharpest tool in the box, but she’s sharp enough to lay low right now. And it had to be a huge sacrifice for her because she does love the spotlight!
By I'm for Sarah! on 02-23-09
Sarah has her head on straight. She was on a humanitarian mission to help feed freezing people. Wyoming’s gaffe proned Governor should apologize to the Governor and the people of Alaska.
By J & B in OKC on 02-23-09
Ummm, what does the governor of Wyoming have to do with this? (Schweitzer is the governor of Montana.) What did Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal do or say that makes you think he should apologize to Alaska?
We think maybe you should watch/read the news more carefully. But apparently you do have some uniquely personal knowledge of those are “gaffe proned” (sic).
By twin bridges on 02-23-09
we need a new governor—sarah palin will be next president
By alex russell on 02-23-09
I heard that the right wing wackos are even nuttier in the Flathead than in Gallatin County, but i never believed it, until now. And i see why. When you have a journalistic cockroach such as the Flathead Beacon posing as news, it doesnt surprise me. It’s a beacon alright, a beacon for America’s biggest morons. Keep up the great work, I can use the laughs.
By no $#!+ on 02-23-09
The news is so boring lately except the financial crisis which is way over our heads so we must have to pick on that boob you (not me) all elected for governor. Mr. Cleaver, you’re hilarious.
I have no doubt Sarah will be a contender for Pres or VP again. She could even succeed. It is no stretch that Americans could elect her, look what they (again, not me) just put in the White House.
Alex, notice that the Beacon seems to get more traffic in these fun commentary sections than the Interlake. I enjoy it, too. People really show their asses here.
By David Karwoski on 02-23-09
Looks to me that they have the Governor of Montana’s picture next to this article. It is hilarious to see that wacko left put down conservatives. They can’t refute them on issues so they try to silence them and/or ridicule them. They just want to control citizen by taken the product of their hard earned labor and give it to others who refuse to work or improve and adapt to life. Government must first steal form others before it can give anything to others. Governors and legislature that refuse to balance budgets want the federal government to bail them out also. Here an idea to stimulate the economy—let the people keep the product of their labor. Elected official like the Governor of Montana live by different rules then they make others live by.
By mtdon on 02-24-09
Now there’s a fair fight in a debate….sarah palin vs brian schwitzer….I would have paid it see that….one highly knowledgable person vs one dingbat….I sure hope she is the republican candidate in 4 years…...why do you republicans keep picking unintelligent candidates? from the last gov in this state to palin to bush straight on to reagan….can’t you find anyone smarter than these candidates?
By buckinghorse on 02-24-09
Hey Gov while trying out the vinegar on the knee stains, you should pull long and hard on the btl. you look pickled anyway.no suport for you from this family
By phyllis on 02-24-09
gov. schweitzer is a bozo that never should have been reelected. He may be from montana but he is NOT a true montanan. He is only for himself. He did buy 2 million dollar + properties and waited until he was reelected to put the kabosh on hunting on these properties which he does NOT live on. His main goal, according to him, is to become president. Since he already has a dog he wont have to buy a new one, as all presidents seem to think has to be done. Shyster Schweitzer is a typical democrat in the fact he has had property taxes raised and a high rate of state income tax . I hope gov. Palin does decide to run for president as she is what we do need in the white house. Hope Alaska doesnt mind !
By mooseberryinn on 02-24-09
I STILL like the picture of the horse’s butt accompanying an article about our Governor. it fits.
By justsayn on 02-24-09
Jez if your all so enamoured by Palin I hear there’s lots of room in Alaska for all you Joe Six packers.
By butte on 02-24-09
schweitzer must rally be envious of sarah—run 7 miles a day gov—you might look hot too
By Loki on 02-25-09
There is a woman named PalinThough she tried she just kept failing
To prove she has brains
Alas, it remains
She should just stop all her wailing!!!
By Leg Watcher on 02-25-09
Loki is a genius.
Genius.
By mtdon on 02-25-09
yea i know the gov is terrible - that’s why he has 70% approval rating - you people are right wing nutcases ....but i guess that’s redundant - hasn’t the right already done enough damage?
there was a book written exactly about rightwingers like the ilk writing here - it’s called “when prophecy fails” - it basically says that when the earth doesn’t end on the day the doomsday cults believe - instead of following logic they become even more enamored w/ their failed belief - it’s called cognitive dissonance -
By Sandra on 02-26-09
Impeach Barry.
By MTMama on 02-26-09
I don’t understand how people can think that Brian has such a great sense of humor or is so fantastically funny when his tactic is to berate others and treat women like second class citizens. All these “ribbing” comments don’t make him sound like a good ole boy, they make him sound like an idiot. He’s a representative of this state and should represent us in a professional manner. He’s a very smart individual, but when he opens his mouth and says ignorant unnecessary things like he did about gov Palin, I can’t help but wonder why. This isn’t the first time he’s said something like this and it won’t be the last. Sad thing is, I knew him before he decided he was going to be governor, and his mouth was much worse then.
By Just saying on 02-27-09
Haven’t read all the comments yet - just the article. Brian - you weren’ runnign for vice president. The republican party didn’t like the way she dressed so they bought her new clothes. And I don’t Care. Instead of poking fun at people - do your job and take care of the people of Montana.
By mooseberryinn on 02-27-09
MTMama - that’s why therre is a picture of a horse’s butt with the article. If you think B.S. is so great, then why haven’t our taxes been decreased?
By MTMama on 02-27-09
Hmmm… MBI, I seriously doubt that you read my post. I’m not a fan.
By mooseberryinn on 02-28-09
Sorry, wasn’t clear there. The second sentence was for those who like the higher tax rates.
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