Monday, December 7, 2009

Sarah Palin: Drill, Baby, Drill... Even Off-Shore



From Facebook:

I commend Interior Secretary Salazar’s decision today to conditionally approve drilling at three exploratory wells in the Chukchi Sea off the northwest coast of Alaska; it’s a decision that’s been a long time coming. The area north of the Arctic Circle contains some of the world’s richest oil and gas reserves. U.S. Geological Survey researchers estimate that it contains 1.6 trillion cubic feet of natural gas and 83 billion barrels of undiscovered oil.

The international community recognizes the potential of Arctic off-shore drilling; it’s about time our government allowed us to compete with them by developing these rich reserves in an environmentally responsible way. As I said last April in my testimony before the Secretary during a federal hearing in Anchorage, “Alaska’s oil and gas resources can and should be a major part of the implementation of any creditable energy plan for our nation. Alaska has proven that these resources can be developed safely, but Arctic exploration and development is a slow, demanding process. Delays or major restrictions in accessing these resources for environmentally responsible development are not in the national interest or the interests of the State of Alaska.”

As an Alaskan and an American, I am very grateful for the decision today because it is a step in the right direction toward prosperity for Alaska and energy independence and security for America.

- Sarah Palin

You can read more about Secretary Salazar's decision here and here.

85 comments:

Bill in Baltimore,  December 7, 2009 10:18 PM  

1st, ha ha <span> </span>

---------------
predict one more Facebook tonight, on the economy<span> </span>

CruelaDev,  December 7, 2009 10:20 PM  

Hey Sarah...Word of ADVISE from COLORADO...Don't YOU DARE...for ONE SECOND TRUST SALAZAR!
DON'T YOU DARE! 

CruelaDev,  December 7, 2009 10:22 PM  

<span>Hey Sarah...Word of ADVICE from COLORADO...Don't YOU DARE...for ONE SECOND TRUST SALAZAR! 
DON'T YOU DARE! </span>

Ceejay,  December 7, 2009 10:23 PM  

Good for Sarah, this ANWR is her baby, let her get the credit where credit is due, we need a facebook on the healthcare mess, we need to KILL THE BILL!!!


Sarah 2012!

Whitney,  December 7, 2009 10:27 PM  

Iowa lady on Greta likes to dress like Sarah, but doesn't like Sarah.

gardunne63,  December 7, 2009 10:27 PM  

Type...type...send

drill...baby...drill

Sarah...rules...betcha

A,  December 7, 2009 10:29 PM  

Zombies in Chicago. 

Fear increasing. 

Now on Wacker Drive, LaSalle, and other Loop areas.

Will the whole country be infested with Zombies?

http://www.chicagobusiness.com/cgi-bin/article.pl?article_id=32743&seenIt=1

A,  December 7, 2009 10:30 PM  

Maybe on Zombies?

Andrew,  December 7, 2009 10:31 PM  

It's interesting that Obama approves of off-shore drilling the day Copenhagen started.

Whitney,  December 7, 2009 10:32 PM  

The Obama administration's idea of drill,baby, drill:

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_TSw7cGp9DWg/SxRzBcayyzI/AAAAAAAABCw/FgRCff0F1fo/s1600/drill+baby+drill+obama.jpg

Lakerfanalways,  December 7, 2009 10:35 PM  

Yeah that woman was such a buffoon "We expected her to talk about her future plans" DUH she is there to sign books, not to talk about something she has no clue about..She doesnt know what her plans are for 2012..God Lord ehat is wrong with these people..she is there to sign books, she signed 1000 bucks, and gave each person 10 seconds with them, this wasnt a campaign rally for goodness sake

gardunne63,  December 7, 2009 10:36 PM  

In the Borders store in York, PA earlier today...Going Rogue was  missing from the shelves.

Sold out ... received new shipment earlier this morning.  New ROGUE's just not on shelves yet. 

Purchased ROGUE for friends for Christmas along with the magazine "Historical Moments in Time - Sarah Palin".  64 pages of Sarah Palin photos and pro-Sarah articles.   If you can find it, buy it. Photos I'd never seen of her.   Articles entitled "Let's Take Back our Country." 

Find it, buy it. 

It's a Sarahpalooza Christmas.   

PatrickinOH,  December 7, 2009 10:46 PM  

woo hoo! drill baby drill hells yeah!  I am still laughing about that guy who tried to throw the tomatoes at Sarah and missed but hit a police officer in the face, what an idiot!  They just showed his face on FOX News, I am sure he is a real hit with the ladies, I guess now he will be a hit in prision if you know what I mean

Whitney,  December 7, 2009 10:47 PM  

It's all of those polar bears that live in the Gulf.

Palinized,  December 7, 2009 10:48 PM  

Well it was obvious she doesn't want Sarah to run for office. It didn't matter what Greta's replacement said to her, she was negative about everything when it came to Sarah.

Palinized,  December 7, 2009 10:50 PM  

I just wonder if they are not drilling just enough to say that it really isn't going to make a difference? They will do anything to discredit Sarah.

PatrickinOH,  December 7, 2009 10:53 PM  

That actually would not surpise me, sad how petty this administration is

GAHanson,  December 7, 2009 10:56 PM  

A pretty good read here, I actually had to do a double take on the source, the NYT:

Sarah Palin is Coming to Town

http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/12/07/sarah-palin-is-coming-to-town/

The message is clear. America can’t be stopped. I can’t be stopped. I’ve stumbled and fallen, but I always get up and run again. Her political opponents, especially those who dismissed Ronald Reagan before he was elected, should take note. Wherever you are, you better watch out. Sarah Palin is coming to town.

PatrickinOH,  December 7, 2009 10:56 PM  

What do these people not understand about book signing?  These people hate her guts and yet they are dissapointed she is not laying the groundwork yet, holy hell 2010 first then 2012

CruelaDev,  December 7, 2009 11:00 PM  

Actually...her facebook post is more serious than any stupid snow storm...SALAZAR is a JOKE!  He was for Colorado and he is for this Nation....and he can take his stinking brother with him!

Whitney,  December 7, 2009 11:00 PM  

Haha! I like your avatar. Where did you get it?

Yeah, the Governor better be prepared for Cruela and Nancy. haha.:)

Sapwolf,  December 7, 2009 11:02 PM  

I listened to Sarah's book in the car while heading west.  Now let the oil and gas flow. 

Sapwolf,  December 7, 2009 11:03 PM  

Like MacArthur wading ashore at Leyte.  OK, that's going too far, but it is pretty fun to watch the MSM continue to lose it.

Recovering Democrat,  December 7, 2009 11:05 PM  

Hey, Lip, my in-laws live down there. We spent last Christmas on the island. Their home was destroyed by Ike and they bought a new home. Were you guys ok?

PatrickinOH,  December 7, 2009 11:07 PM  

wow that was in the New York Times? did Hell once again freeze over? 

Sapwolf,  December 7, 2009 11:07 PM  

I don't know if I want to hang out with Cruela?  Doesn't she ride a Harley with a rifle holster or something on it?  Maybe she can give this beta a ride in the parking lot while we wait.

Ah, her legend grows, or I have her mixed up with one of the other barbarian babes.

OK.  I'm going to bed and waking up REAL early so I can get to the signing by say...9:00am.

G'Nite C4P.  I'll try to type of a report at my hotel there probably pretty late.

Lakerfanalways,  December 7, 2009 11:13 PM  

LOL yeah I was saying on FreeRepublic how I hope this guy gets reamed in prison so badly that he won't be able to walk for a year..but in all seriousness, this is the kind of stuff that makes me scared for her life. Thank God nothing bad happened, but the fact that some idiots already declared this guy a hero, makes me wonder what someone else might do to get his 15 minutes of fame. I am glad to hear that Sarah is armed, but I hope those guards around her are armed as well. I am all for shooting now and asking questions later.

A,  December 7, 2009 11:13 PM  

No. This prospect is big. If it has oil, it may be lots of oil. Big time. 

A,  December 7, 2009 11:18 PM  

The audio is great. All should listen.

I keep breaking out laughing. 

Sarah is having so much fun!

A,  December 7, 2009 11:26 PM  

War with Venezuela?

http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D9CEQGF82&show_article=1

I know what President Sarah would do.

But, President Obama.... first he has to decide which side he is on.

The 3 AM call may be coming. Will he still be at a party? 

Lakerfanalways,  December 7, 2009 11:26 PM  

That guy and Obama just proves that liberals cant throw..usually I'd say they throw like girls but I know some girls who have pretty darn good pitching arms so its wrong to say they throw like girls..how about they throw like sissies

Whitney,  December 7, 2009 11:31 PM  

As a former baseball pitcher myself, I feel comfortable saying Obama throws like a girl. Sarah throws like a woman.

defendAmerica,  December 7, 2009 11:32 PM  

Nancy AND Cruela!!  In the same place!!

God help us.  Sarah.... Brace yourself!

BUT

There will be no tomato incidents at that book signing.  

I can just see those 2 chasing down any liberal freak who would even think about it!

defendAmerica,  December 7, 2009 11:43 PM  

Have we discussed this nonsense yet tonight?  I'm still catching up on the thread...

Rick Santorum- "Palin's got some explaining to do"
http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1209/30309.html

Hey dummy... whatda think she's doin now?

defendAmerica,  December 7, 2009 11:45 PM  

I would SO live to see her throw an opening pitch somewhere this spring in a Rogue tshirt.

You know she could smoke one over the plate and put all these guys to shame!!

GAHanson,  December 7, 2009 11:49 PM  

Long line likely at Billings book tour stop despite Tuesday’s subzero forecast

http://billingsgazette.com/news/local/article_f6c86d14-e09e-11de-988b-001cc4c002e0.html

So, in the wee hours of Tuesday morning, with temperatures forecast at 6 degrees below zero, will there still be a long pre-dawn line for wristband passes to Sarah Palin’s book signing?
“You betcha,” say Palin fans, who will vie for a limited number of slots to the former Republican vice presidential nominee’s noon appearance Dec. 8 at Borders Books in Billings.
Montana Shrugged, a 10-month-old group known for showing up en masse for political rallies, would do its best to get as many people in line for wristbands as possible, Olson said. Those who don’t get in will rally on King Avenue around the flag-decorated Kodiak, a stock General Motors truck so big Hummer drivers have to look up to see inside the cab.
If it gets too cold, the group might add a fifth-wheel trailer for warmth, anything to get to what for many will be the hottest item this Christmas.

onexsturtle,  December 7, 2009 11:51 PM  

Thanks. I'll try to look for it.

Whitney,  December 7, 2009 11:52 PM  

I find it very interesting that the AK weather always seems to procede the Gov's arrival. I know that places like CO, MT, and MN have cold weather, but it was fairly cold at her AR and TX signing too. :)

KentonAK,  December 7, 2009 11:57 PM  

<span>
<p>Just a visual reminder to pray for Sarah and Todd's safety during this tour.
</p><p><span>Dec. 12,2008 Fire at Wasilla Bible Church Wasn’t Just Arson – It Was Attempted Murder of Women and Children!<span>A year ago someone set fire to Gov Sarah Palin's home church: The Wasilla Bible Church. Today, that person is still out there.</span><span><span>The Arson/Attempted murder was started Dec 12,2008, about 9:40 p.m. Alaska time.The reported outside temperature at the time of the blaze was -20 below zero. Inside the church at the time were a small group of 5 women and at least 1 child. Thank God, they all made it out safely. Damage estimates were 1 million dollars.</span></span>Further details of details of the attempted arson of the Wasilla Bible Church: <span> There were 5 adult women and a 17 year old girl in the church during the arson. The Lame Stream media never reported this crime as attempted murders. Instead they smothered the truth of this story.</span><span>FACT: The phone wires and those controlling both the fire alarm and water sprinkler systems were cut by the arsonist(s). This was not reported.</span><span>FACT: The wires were cut from the inside of the building as clearly indicated by footprints found inside the control room. Clearly the arson(s) knew the victims were present.<span>The WBC cosponsored a conference for “Ex Gays” that doubtlessly infuriated the Gay Community which is still smarting over California’s Prop 8. Would this be enough motive for some people? Of course it would, but the LSM never mentioned that possibility. It won’t touch the obvious conclusion that this was an attack caused by Governor Palin’s connection with the WBC either.The facts speak clearly. This attempted murder was perpetrated by someone from outside of the Wasilla area, a hired assassin who went there to kill people because of what they believe.The slovenly LSM ignored reports of fire accelerant being spread across every one of the exits in order to place a deadly wall of flames between the victims and their lives.</span></span></span>
</p></span>
<span>
<p>These facts change the entire story. They make it very clear this was an attempt to murder anyone who was inside the WBC without regard for age or innocence. The vicious animal(s) that did this came to Wasilla from outside the area specifically to kill members of the Church.
</p><p> 
</p><p>Suspects? Speaking for myself,I'd start with these 2 guys: Axelrod and Emanuel
</p></span>

Recovering Democrat,  December 8, 2009 12:01 AM  

That was an EXCELLENT review. Thanks for sharing. I posted it to my FB page. I think it's so valuable when people take Sarah at face value, and look at her book and judge it compared to other autobiographies. This was just a great review.

Recovering Democrat,  December 8, 2009 12:03 AM  

We missed that! When is it usually? Gavin (my brother in law) keeps tellin' us to come down for that. I like Galveston. My hubby grew up there and is a surfer at heart.

manajordan,  December 8, 2009 12:03 AM  

Energy is such an important issue for everyone, and definitely Sarah's area of expertise. She will keep on it.

Lakerfanalways,  December 8, 2009 12:03 AM  

I just want Sarah to be safe. I pray for her safety every night. It takes one whack job to pull out a gun and make an attempt on her life. Its my biggest fear. I just want her to be safe

Recovering Democrat,  December 8, 2009 12:05 AM  

Sap you are a one-man stimulus package for gas stations all over the heartland!

Uffda,  December 8, 2009 12:09 AM  

<span>McLeod just filed another ethics complaint. About the legal defense fund. I got the info from a site I refuse to link.</span>

Recovering Democrat,  December 8, 2009 12:09 AM  

I was surprised Sarah didn't mention this in her book, but it's possible she just doesn't want to give the loonies any more ideas.

Kjanlady,  December 8, 2009 12:11 AM  

I see that Sarah has been busy....another confirmation of her policy stance.  Isn't the one supposed to be on tv yet again tomorrow with his job lies and false promises.  Expect another Facebook either prior to or shortly after TOTUS finishes.

Uffda,  December 8, 2009 12:12 AM  

Pray, but don't worry. If there's anyone that's got a little divine protection goin' it's her.

juju,  December 8, 2009 12:13 AM  

This was a great piece.  Loved it, love the way this guy writes.

Recovering Democrat,  December 8, 2009 12:14 AM  

Completely O/T ... but I'm going in for total knee replacement surgery tomorrow, so I'll be probably offline a bit over the next few days. I don't know if the hospital allows Wi-Fi. I'll be going through withdrawals.

I'm 41 and have degenerative arthritis from a motorcycle accident that blew out my right knee when I was 16. I've been BEGGING for this surgery for years, and finally the doc agreed. I can't even walk around my house without total agony.

If you have a strong stomach, here's what the surgery will look like: (click OK, KNEE, then Total Knee Replacement)

http://www.drpappademos.org/totalknee&hip.htm

It's the sawing action that scares the crap out of me. Oh, and the scalpel through some pretty major muscle groups. Oh well. I'll survive. I gotta recover so I can go see Sarah in Salina in February! Oh, and I gotta chase around my three kids. I told them now I"m gonna be BIONIC.

Uffda,  December 8, 2009 12:14 AM  

And Sullivan (Trig Truther extraordinaire) graced Joy Behar's show today, along with the Douchebag General. *Gag*Gag*Gag*

Irrelevant rodents? Yes. Why do I pay attention? Because the media is desperate and will use anything, mark my words. So I just keep one eye open.

Whitney,  December 8, 2009 12:16 AM  

Oh, wow. I'll definitely be praying for you.

Uffda,  December 8, 2009 12:16 AM  

Oh my goodness, I just keep picturing that avatar going after TomatoDouche.

Nancy,  December 8, 2009 12:17 AM  

Should I show up with a box of Depends for any nefarious, Obama caliber arm, vegetable chuckers?

juju,  December 8, 2009 12:19 AM  

You'll do great.  I know lots of people that have had this surgery.  We will keep you in our prayers.  Speedy recovery...keep positive...let us know how you do as soon as you are able.  God speed.

Lakerfanalways,  December 8, 2009 12:19 AM  

Joy Behar has mental problems. From what someone posted on twitter, she even asked him where he and Bristol "Did it" Joy is seriously mentally deranged. I feel so sorry for her daughter, being raised by a mother like that. I hope that kid has some good influences in her life or else she is doomed

Beehive,  December 8, 2009 12:19 AM  

Oh my, that is way too much info!

Your in my prayers. Hope you have a speedy recovery.

Beehive,  December 8, 2009 12:21 AM  

Oh my. That is way too much info!  ;)

You're in my prayers. Hope you recover quickly.

Uffda,  December 8, 2009 12:22 AM  

She takes whatever scraps she can get, always keeping her finger on the trigger.

onexsturtle,  December 8, 2009 12:22 AM  

I think he meant explaining her resigning from the governorship to the electorate. I guess he didn't read her book.

Whitney,  December 8, 2009 12:23 AM  

Wow. I didn't realize all of those details. It's amazing how little coverage this event received when it happened. If this had happened to Obama/Rev. Wright's church just think how the LSM would have handled it!

Nancy,  December 8, 2009 12:24 AM  

RD,
I'll be praying for you! We'll miss you!

Rouger,  December 8, 2009 12:26 AM  

Why doesn't Sarah and or AK countersue this idiot? Also, does anyone think there will more book signings after the holidays?

TexMex,  December 8, 2009 12:36 AM  

Ha! Zombie Reagan would be better!

TexMex,  December 8, 2009 12:38 AM  

I could've done without the tar though. Glad that's not a problem anymore.

manajordan,  December 8, 2009 12:50 AM  

Praying for you.

Izzy,  December 8, 2009 12:54 AM  

WOW...There is a God. 

RINO-Hunter,  December 8, 2009 12:58 AM  

That's what I got from it too, Linda.  It wasn't that bad, he had some laudatory things to say about her.

Uffda,  December 8, 2009 1:02 AM  

Here we go....

NoDak-Coley,  December 8, 2009 1:15 AM  

Hey all! I made it thru the freezing temps and had an incredible time at the signing in mn! I'm typing it up now and I'll post later, I'm exausted and exillarated! I was wearing my c4p pin and gave all of u a shout out to her for u! Ttyl, I'm going to bed:)

lonestar,  December 8, 2009 1:23 AM  

Is Andrea McCleod the woman Sarah was referring to when she was Mayor. The one who tried to attend all the meetings and wanted Sarah's office door open at all times?  She is referred to as a Birkenstock wearing Berkeley grad.  Is it McLeod being talked about?

Whitney,  December 8, 2009 1:28 AM  

McLeod is the one that she referred to as the Falafal lady. I don't think she came on the scene until Sarah was Governor. She wanted a job in the administration, but didn't get one, if I remember correctly.

Brianus.Berkleianus,  December 8, 2009 1:32 AM  

I shall be praying for you, Recovering!!

Brianus

lonestar,  December 8, 2009 1:35 AM  

I"m not up to that part yet.  The person sort of stalking her in Wasila is one of the bloggers from last year.  Must be the one who made up the lies about banning books.  I was wondering if Moore or Celtic Diva was it. Am trying to place the people with names we've all come to know.

onexsturtle,  December 8, 2009 1:36 AM  

Joy Behar is perverted.

Penny,  December 8, 2009 1:56 AM  

I'm pretty sure the "Birkenstock wearing Berkley grad" is Anne Kilkinney, the old hippy looking woman who sent in an e-mail to the WaPo critical of Sarah a couple of days after her announcement.  The e-mail went viral.  I could post the link to the letter, but I'd rather not.

A,  December 8, 2009 2:45 AM  

BP sure does miss Todd on the slope.

http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20602099&sid=a3A825arnBE0

"<span> BP Plc’s pipeline in its Lisburne oil field in Alaska that leaked a mixture of crude oil, natural gas and water more than a week ago has “extensive ice plugs,” x- rays taken by BP show.</span>
<span>
<p>One ice plug measured about 1,500 feet (460 meters) in length, according to afiling from the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation on Dec. 5.
</p><p>“An ice plug is literally that, a plug in the line,” said Steve Rinehart, an Anchorage-based spokesman for BP."
</p></span>

KeeleyH,  December 8, 2009 3:09 AM  

This is the BEST review of the book so far that it deserves its own thread. Speaking of which, will there be a "Book Review" thread for outside reviews as well as our own reviews? 

Uffda,  December 8, 2009 3:25 AM  

There was McLeod and then another woman, Kilkenny or something. McLeod's the one Sarah would put on speakerphone while she did her work because the woman wouldn't shut up.

Recovering Democrat,  December 8, 2009 3:35 AM  

Thanks everyone!

A,  December 8, 2009 4:57 AM  

http://www.adn.com/palin/story/1045128.html

techno,  December 8, 2009 6:25 AM  

So do you Rick. Everybody that runs for office does, you idiot. That's the nature of the game.

CruelaDev,  December 8, 2009 7:11 AM  

Hey Nancy and Firelight...
If you get this..EVERYTHING is CLOSED here.. achools..etc..
GOOD LUCK over Monument Hill.. It i a White OUT!
I will Pray for your trip here... but It is UGLY!

CruelaDev,  December 8, 2009 7:13 AM  

<span>Hey Nancy and Firelight... 
If you get this..EVERYTHING is CLOSED here.. achools..etc.. 
GOOD LUCK over Monument Hill.. It is a White OUT! 
I will Pray for your trip here... but It is UGLY!</span>
<span>Borders will not let anyone in line until 6:30am...They said NO ONE will be allowed</span>
<span>to stand in line outside the mall.  Security is on it.. I guess due to weather!</span>

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