The Examiner endorses McCain-Palin
By Examiner Editorial
- 9/24/08
The Examiner endorses John McCain for president and his running mate, Sarah Palin, for vice president. America is at war overseas and in an economic crisis here at home. Many of her citizens believe the country is on the wrong track. It is for times such as these that men like John McCain are made, to put country first so that it can be put right in its time of need. For this reason, The Examiner endorses McCain for president and his running mate, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, for vice president.
Cut through the high-toned speeches and campaign cut and thrust, and the pre-eminent issues of 2008 become strikingly clear. First, the next president must have the hard-earned experience, unrelenting toughness and uncompromising character to wage and win the war against al Qaeda and other terrorists who seek the destruction of America. Second, he must have an unshakable commitment to restoring honest taxing and spending by government at all levels, the essential first step of which is ridding Washington of pork-barrel "earmarks," the gateway drug to budget deficits and political corruption.
Most importantly, the next president must be an inspirational leader who can restore for future generations of Middle Americans the enduring virtues – nurturing the energy and innovation inspired by individual liberty, preserving the life-giving bonds of faith, family and fellow citizens, raising up a new generation of public servants who will speak the truth to the American people, appointing judges bound by the actual words of the Constitution, and, finally, never forgetting that, for all her faults, America remains for billions of people around the world the light of freedom, the shining city on a hill that must be defended and preserved.
McCain's adult life has been devoted to this nation's service, including five excruciatingly painful years in a North Vietnamese prison cell in which he provided his countrymen a stirring example of honor lived. He came home, completed his Navy career with distinction, and was elected to Congress - where, as he delicately puts it, he has "never been elected Miss Congeniality." He has since been an unwavering voice for strong national defense – from support of President Ronald Reagan's bold leadership in winning the Cold War against the Soviet Union to his courageous, early advocacy of the successful U.S. military surge in Iraq.
Domestically, McCain is unique in never seeking an earmark to benefit a family member, political ally back home, or financial contributor. As president, he will veto all earmarks and other pork barrel spending. He believes Americans know better than government how best to spend their hard-earned money, and he promises – in words that make many of his colleagues in Congress swallow very hard – to make famous those in government who waste or steal tax dollars.
Ever the maverick, McCain selected Palin because her record mirrors his own in courageously standing up to corrupt special interests regardless of party and cutting government waste. She has the instincts, temperament and backbone to help restore the Republican Party to its conservative principles and the country as a whole to those foundational ideals of individual freedom, equal justice and government that truly is of law, not of men.
Some friendly closing advice: McCain must rein in his legendary temper and his tendency to personalize differences over policy. Presidential leadership requires a steady hand, always, and McCain must lead from his head, not from his heart. He should surround himself with the best appointees available, then demand their candid advice, especially when it hurts. Palin possesses magnificent political gifts now, but her limited experience in national and international affairs makes it incumbent on her to be extra diligent in mastering the realities of higher office.
While no candidate is perfect, presidents like Harry Truman remind us that defending and enriching America's place in a dangerous world often requires the sometimes rough-hewn character of men and women who always put country first, no matter the cost to them personally. It is precisely for times like these that America needs John McCain and Sarah Palin.
165 Comments
Reader Comments:
POSTED Sep 24, 2008
: "delusional"POSTED Sep 24, 2008
Lyman Packard: "Wow can anyone tell me who on the McCain campaign wrote this for you?!?! You site no specific reasons only character and fluff in this endorsement. Absolutely nothing in this piece of garbage showed anything factual except McCain's temper"POSTED Sep 24, 2008
Gomer Pyle: "Surprise! Surprise!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
HTL: "Aaand...the Obamabots are already out in force. How dare you express an opinion that does not benefit The One! Shame! Shame! Seriously, though, good call. It doesn't take genius to recognize that McCain's experience and integrity trump Obama's blind ambition and narcissism, especially in these perilous times."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
technologist: "To Lyman Packard: I believe you missed 1. Foreign policy record of taking stands that are right but not poltically in favor. (Statesman) 2. Singular record on gov't waste (earmarks) that's unpopular with leaders of both parties (maverick). 3. Record of leadership under extreme circumstances (Hanoi Hilton). Which of these is non-factual? And isn't character a factor in a Presidential election?"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Baja Bert: "Hey Lyman...no specific reasons???? No earmarks, early advocacy of the surge (that Obama even admitted was successful), sense of service to country as evidenced by the POW experience sound pretty specific to anyone reasonable. I like guts, leadership and example, even if I don't always agree with McCain. Obama reminds me of a weasel. He's the one who rose fast in the sewer politics of Chicago. He didn't do that by showing courage."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Tuesday: "This is wonderful. A newspaper that recognizes what we need in a leader. Thank you!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Ron: "What a surprise. A sane and rational editorial in an irrational time."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
braininahat: "How dare they praise his CHARACTER! How dare they mention his zero earmarks RECORD! How dare they point to his leadership and reform RECORD! How dare they mention his military RECORD! The only thing amazing to people of sound mind is that a media source still has the objectivity and integrity to support the right man for the job. I can't, for the life of me, imagine what someone would write if they were endorsing Obama. Nobody evah -- and I mean, evah -- sites Obama's character or record as reason for why he should be president. That is all the commentary you need, Obamanation dupes."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Frank: "McCain clearly is the more qualified candidate. Even Palin is more qualified than Obama."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Joe Deegan: "What is the Examiner? Joe"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Sarah P.: "And Palin is more qualified than McCain."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Ray from Gainesville: "Are you serious??? We've already tried incompetence for 8 years..."thanks, but no thanks"."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
David W. Wallace: "I totally agree with endorsing Senator McCain, even though I am not particularly a fan of Governor Palin. However I would rather train up a Vice-President, than elect a President who needs on-the-job training for the most powerful position in the nation, and has been running for President since being elected Senator."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Del: "Obama's "Call me if I'm needed" are hardly the words of a strong leader at this critical time in the nations history. On site presence is an absolute need to confirm readiness to lead."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Praveen: "Finally somebody in the media has stated their opinion in a bold manner. No attempt at being bipartisan. Love this. A soldier is 100 times better than a Marxist to be President of Unites States (Land of the Free and home of the Brave)."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
ooster: "Call me if I'm needed... can't I just finish my waffle?""POSTED Sep 25, 2008
hippie_chucker: "Obama's mother and grandparents dabbled in Communism (his g.father testified under oath he as a C.P. member). One of Obama's mentors, Frank Davis Marshall, was a Communist. As a campaigner, he sought the endorsement of the Communist party in Illinois. Does this mean he's a Communist? Of course not. But does it point to a disturbing trend of his associations, especially when measured with his 15 year relationship with William Ayers, and the let's-go-visit-Ghadafi-with-Farrahkahn preacher Rev. Wright. If we can measure a man by his actions, McCain obviously wins that test."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Observer: "Well said. McCain has rolled up his sleeves and is already at work, Obama - has no clue what to do, hence "we can do more than one thing at a time". Really? He can't even finish his waffle and talk with a reporter at the same time..."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Registered Independent: "This indy was leaning towards McCain for all the reasons in this editorial. My decision has now been made. In difficult times we need a strong experienced leader. And while I don't agree with him on ever issue, John McCain undoubtedly loves his country and I trust his judgement. Thanks you for a well-composed opinion."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Patrick Henry: "At least we have one honest paper, that comes directly, to the point. I was sick of litening to the fence sitters who call themselves citizens. Thank you DC Examiner"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Jim H: "Your fatuous editorial confirms my reluctance to add your newspaper to my daily reading list (which already includes the Post, NY Times, and various other news sources. Please stop delivering it unrequested, as this practice merely contributes to deforestation and wastes the time required to pick up the litter and deposit it in the recycilng."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Yashmak: "Bravo Examiner, for having the courage to look at this election objectively."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Viet Vet (DC): "Daa ya did't give any facts for your endorsement, oh I know its because of all the double standard and continous lies but that don't matter, it only matter when its the other guy. This paper would have have benn better off not endorsing anyone rather than such pathetic reason."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
MikeJ: "Can't wait for rags like yours to close. You must be kidding? Maverick was a tv character. War hero? When you crash 5 airplanes eventually your suppose to get caught. Let's not forget the Keating 5, he is as empty a suit that has ever existed. This is not about qualification, heck, Palin could not give one example of McStupid's track record.Shame on you and your staff for standing up for 43 more years of the same sh#t."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
HondaV65: "Thumbs up McCain! This is no time to have an inexperienced President like Obama. His resume is too thin and I don't think his years as an ACORN radical count for much in the oval office. Good job Examiner! A mature pick!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Freethinker: "I had been on the fence though leaning McCain and this article clarifies " what was I thinking " He is the best hope we have. Honesty, integrity and a history of seving his country. Makes me feel like I should have done more myself."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
BillD: "You take great risks and go after the bad guys and give it all humanly possible, you are going to crash now and then. Only those who take risks accomplish anything. Those who take no risks achieve nothing. McCain risks all, life, limb, career to do what he believes is for the good of us all. Name me a winning NASCAR driver who has never bend a few fenders. (too often, the good die young) McCain is real, what we need is REAL. I'm Republican and agree, the last 8 years have been a mess, but blame Bush, not McCain. The financial crisis? both Bush and McCain tried to fix it! 2001 through 2005, the both pleaded with congress and warned. Even Greenspan warned, but Congress did nothing because the Dems BLOCKED IT, saying all was fine! Was it?"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
CountryFirst: "I can see a couple of good ads already. Well said. Well done."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
RHendrix: "Excellently written endorsement and it is spot on. McCain is definitely more moderate and even-keeled than "The One". We need his experience and judgement in these shaky times. Thanks Examiner for a well reasoned endorsement. Kudos."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
TEHelms: "Wow! Have you looked to make sure you are not owned by Fox and was your editorial written by Rick Davis? You guys must be smoking something funny because this is the biggest laugh I have had since I watched McCain talk about the strength of the economy and then say he meant the American worker! Keep this up and you can also write for the Comedy channel!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
bigjim-ky: "Obamanauts! Quick, find a reason to call this article racist, or say it is written by Nazis! Because it makes a great deal of sense and if you don't try to shout it down with hate-laced spittle, it may actually make someone think John McCain would make a good president. I know I do."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
dlefemd: "You're demented also"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
dlefemd: "You're demented also"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Rob: "This endorsement is an insult to the people of Prince Georges County. It demonstrates a paper that is totally out of touch with it's demographics. Anybody over there ever heard of marketing 101? I've cancelled my home delivery and will encourage others on my block to do the same. I will also inform my advertising clients to seek a more sane place to spend their advertising dollars."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
nlcatter: "who are you? instpundit referenced but I never heard of you."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
bigjim-ky: "You are demented also? Wow, what a bitingly intelligent remark, wrought with wit and irony."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Siouxie: "Thank you for that wonderfully written endorsement. I couldn't have said it better myself. It's refreshing to see courage in the media. McCain truly IS the best man for the job!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
: "Does anybody even read the Examiner?"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
lremme64: "I agree with the Examiner and endorse Senator McCain for President and Sarah Palin as Vice President. They will both lead our country and get us out of the mess created by Bill Clinton over 10 years ago."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
bigjim-ky: "Rob, is a paper's job to tell people what they want to hear? To pick one candidate and push him to the exclusion of all else? You are so outraged at one article that you are going to cancel your subscription and warn your friends and clients? It's going to be hard for you to find any publication that NEVER EVER says anything supportive of John McCain. Try Daily Kos or Democratic Underground, I think they're more like what you are looking for."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
CHANGE!: "Keep in MIND no one buys the examiner, it's given away free @ maybe... 2 or 3 metro stops in DC. I wouldn't worry about what they print. ESPECIALLY about the McCain & bad mommy, oh and 1 more note remember 911 happen on the REPUBLICIANs watch, the rest of the world is watching and waiting 4 us to pick a old ticky time president so they can take advantage, don't do it! OBAMA 08"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Eric: "I don't think this needs mentioning, but do you notice a difference between the disparaging comments by non-McCain posting, and the postings for McCain? It’s like someone took a leak in the cereal this morning. It really does present an interesting perspective on the people for each side, doesn't it? I have posted on pro-left boards before, and all I get back are loud obnoxious replies. I wonder why that is? Or is it obvious?"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
canditaylor68: "Finally some truth and some sense. We the loyal American citizens of America who believe in putting country first wholeheartedly thank you Examiner!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Scottsdale Al: "How can the Disciples of the Chosen One ever comport with the qualities of a true leader such as McCain. Honor, Integrity and Country First; words Baby Barack can't pronounce let alone understand. While McCain stands tall and leads - Barack is merely present. I'm Barack Obama and Present for Duty. Kind of frightening to say the least."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
: "what? What?! WHAT?!?!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
MKS: "It's nice to be reminded that a free press is truly a great thing. Thank you, Examiner, for taking a public stand that runs contrary to so much of the "Main-Stream" media. You show courage, and I hope you prosper."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Anchor Jack: "I cannot agree more with your statement that: "Most importantly, the next president must be an inspirational leader who can restore for future generations of Middle Americans the enduring virtues – nurturing the energy and innovation inspired by individual liberty, preserving the life-giving bonds of faith, family and fellow citizens, raising up a new generation of public servants who will speak the truth to the American people, appointing judges bound by the actual words of the Constitution, and, finally, never forgetting that, for all her faults, America remains for billions of people around the world the light of freedom, the shining city on a hill that must be defended and preserved." You could not have described Barack Obama any better."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Sue: "Thumbsup Examiner! It's the RIGHT endorsement for true reform. Great Article! I've finally decided on who would be the best choice for President and now share the same sentiment. McCain/Palin 08"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
geddy: "I'd be more impressed if you had addressed (A) the complexity of the earmarks issue, in which what McCain-Palin are saying doesn't really match the truth, (B) the judgment McCain showed in naming a VP nominee who believes anything she doesn't fully understand is "God's will," (C) the cynical political motivation in naming an undereducated woman as VP nominee and (D) McCain's curious embrace of the "Christian right" (which, many would argue, is neither) after they tried to destroy him for years. I clicked the link to see if you made the complete case; alas, you did not."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
lurxst: "His poll numbers sink, the economy he admits to knowing little about is crashing and what does your endorsed candidate McCain do? Panics. I have to get to DC! I am the only one who can help make this right. I can't possibly debate, how can anyone be expected to do two things at once!! Wow, great leadership."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Guillermo Torres: "I can't believe that this endorsement comes from a newspaper, at this time when Palin has had a near complete media blackout. Wait for her to hold a press conference and answer real questions, not FOX news questions. Wait for the debates, and then just then I might think of this of a less than pathetic endorsement."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Don Taylor: "GOOGLE: SAUL ALINSKY BARRACK OBAMA LUCIFER Alinsky was Obama's mentor and deicated his book, "Rules for Radicals" to Lucifer who he considered to be the first community organizer. Obama is so obviously a scam, it exposes the left for being the party of hate. Without racial hate and class envy, the democrats could not survive."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Neil: "And the men who hold high places Must be the ones to start To mould a new reality Closer to the heart"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Johnny C: "Oddly enough...the moment this editorial went to print, one million cuckoo clocks went off."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
: "No wonder why your paper is left as trash on the sidewalks of San francisco every day!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Carl Tiombo: "Lyman=Astroturfer"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
: "Good for you Examiner! It's nice to know that there's at least one sane newspaper out there."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
teri: "I thought newspapers and journalists were supposed to be non-partisan. I find it offensive that people supposed to be independent are choosing sides with no good reason. Today will be the last day that I read your paper."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Wyro: "The meddling conservative christian owner of this fish wrapper, Philip Anschutz, must've sent a directive to get this done. One look at this and you will understand: this man uses his properties to further his own goals, not to serve the public. McSame, eh? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philip_Anschutz"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
chicagomark: "This is OUR best choice. Obama showed us again yesterday, he is about himself, and no leadership in crisis. We are in crisis BIG TIME. DEMOCRATS FOR MCCAIN/PALIN"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Greg: "I have read your piece and the comments of others. Its easy to see your paper is part of the Washington Times Moonies group so, in this regard, congratulations to John McCain and Sarah Palin. YOu have the right to your opinion."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
matiah: "This is a welcome endorsement. A wise decision in difficult times."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
jdawg: "Watch this extreme incompetence and tell me McCain puts country first: http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=4478156n YES--that was Palin. One heartbeat away from the presidency. McCain didn't pick based on qualifications or leadership. HE didn't vet her obviously, but this is one rash decision after another. Like when he went overboard on Georgia that even the Georgian president said he didn't appreciate. And now--he injects presidential politics into the delicate negotiations of the 700 billion bailout. JUST 5 days ago, he said our economy was great---now it's "pass this in 24 hours or we are all DOOMED!!" This is HIS MESS!! His pursuit of deregulation and oversight stripping!! GET A CLUE IDIOTS!!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
vman: "Just so you guys know: McCain has been in the Senate 25 years. He knows precisely what will happen if he barges into the office of Sen. Chris Dodd (D-CT), chairman of the Senate banking committee and announces: "OK, Outta here, I'm taking over now. Dodd's reaction would not be printable on a family Website like this one and McCain would be instantly and unceremoniously shown the door. There are two people responsible for writing banking bills: Dodd and his House counterpart Rep. Barney Frank (D-MA). If Dodd wants input from the Republicans on this, he will ask the ranking member on his committee, Sen. Richard Shelby (R-AL). McCain and Obama play no role and McCain knows that very well. So why did McCain propose cancelling the debate? In a word: politics."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
angela: "McCain is all about "Country" while Obama is all about "me!me!me!" Smart endorsement. Now if the rest of the zombies blinded by Obama in this country will just wake up."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Democrat for McCain: "This Hillary supporter agrees with you!and I must add that I am ashamed in how the Dems and the Dem party have handled this election. There is so much hate from so many OS on all levels that it is scarry. In the beginning I was so happy to have the choice between what I felt were 2 great choices, Obama and Hillary. As time went on that changed. I decided 2 weeks ago that McCain is the right choice this country. Not Obama."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Democrat for McCain: "This Hillary supporter agrees with you!and I must add that I am ashamed in how the Dems and the Dem party have handled this election. There is so much hate from so many OS on all levels that it is scarry. In the beginning I was so happy to have the choice between what I felt were 2 great choices, Obama and Hillary. As time went on that changed. I decided 2 weeks ago that McCain is the right choice this country. Not Obama."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
C Johnson: "John McCain showed true leadership in suspending his campaign to return to do his job as a US Senator. On the other hand, Barrak Obama, also a US Senator, said "they can call me if they need me." Here we have an economic crisis of epic proportion, and two US Senators runing for the office of President of the United States, and only one of them put "Country First". Instead of waiting for the markets to further destablize, thus risking widespread panic, John McCain risked his bid for the presidency, and went back to work. I guarantee you McCain won't just vote "present" as his opponent has done numerous times. The DC Examiner has chosen well. McCain / Palin Country First"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Ellis: "At first I thought "It must be April 1st." But, no, it's September. Then, I thought, "This must be the Onion." Wrong again, it's the dcexaminer (???). Finally, I thought.... Well, I don't know what to think. I guess it is for times like these (i.e., the country is a complete mess because of Right Wing policies and gross incompetence) that a (?) like the dcexaminer.com was invented to write idiotic drivel that is so delusional it scares me."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
PABill: "All tshe commentors wondering what the Examiner is and who reads it must have read it."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
datlila: ""Uncompromising character" is a pretty lofty description of a man, and a campaign, that have lied - egregiously, repeatedly, and demonstrably - over the past several weeks. This isn't just me talking; it's Factcheck.org and other nonpartisan scorekeepers. Oh, and as a registered Libertarian, I have no dog in this fight."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
suzyku: "I don't have any idea who runs this newspaper, I've never heard of it before but apparently if it endorsed the mcsame/cheneyclone ticket of liars and idiots, the newspaper is another right wing hack!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
registered Ohio Democrat: "I was all for Obama, but the recent weeks have given me cause to rethink my position. The lost years as a state legislator were my biggest concern -- what was he doing during this time? I can't find any evidence of meaningful legislation. It seems like he was just grooming himself for the next step by being careful to not make any mistakes but not being very imaginative either... but he was in a cool MAC commercial knock-off. Now that I've had a chance to look at McCain's record on earmarks and bipartisan legislation, I will vote for McCain/Palin."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
zuzu: "hippie chucker said:"Obama's mother and grandparents dabbled in Communism (his g.father testified under oath he as a C.P. member). One of Obama's mentors, Frank Davis Marshall, was a Communist. As a campaigner, he sought the endorsement of the Communist party in Illinois. " Really? Cites for each one please. Be specific."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
zuzu: "registered Ohio Democrat said: "I was all for Obama, but the recent weeks have given me cause to rethink my position. The lost years as a state legislator were my biggest concern -- what was he doing during this time? I can't find any evidence of meaningful legislation." Gee, you must have looked really hard. http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/legisnet90/sponsor/OBAMA.html And that's just from his first session."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
JR: "Can't even begin to describe my shock. Before the debates, and despite the lies and the obvious inability of the Vice-Presidential nominee to effectively take over should the need arise, the most conservative paper this side of the NY Post becomes the second paper to endorse McCain, right after...the NY Post. What really has me curious: why didn't you simply release this endorsement as soon as McCain clinched the nomination? It's not like you were ever seriously considering endorsing based on anything other than party ID, after all."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
concerned citizen: "As a DC region resident, I find this article appalling. Any informed area resident knows that McCain is surrounded by special interest groups and has relied on them heavily. This article does further disservice to the voting public by continuing the trend of misleading and inaccurate information being passed along as fact. As a woman, the addition of Palin to the ticket proves that the McCain campaign is more interested in picking up emotional female voters than selecting a candidate of substance. It is undisputed that Palin has zero foreign policy experience, nor experience running any government body of a substantial size. In her short time in politics she has broken multiple laws, taken advantage of taxpayer dollars, and abused the power of her office. Is that the kind of ticket your publication supports?"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
concerned citizen: "As a DC region resident, I find this article appalling. Any informed area resident knows that McCain is surrounded by special interest groups and has relied on them heavily. This article does further disservice to the voting public by continuing the trend of misleading and inaccurate information being passed along as fact. As a woman, the addition of Palin to the ticket proves that the McCain campaign is more interested in picking up emotional female voters than selecting a candidate of substance. It is undisputed that Palin has zero foreign policy experience, nor experience running any government body of a substantial size. In her short time in politics she has broken multiple laws, taken advantage of taxpayer dollars, and abused the power of her office. Is that the kind of ticket your publication supports?"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Melissa: "Awesome! Thanks for pointing out that McCain is unique in having never sought an earmark."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
p in i: "What a joke."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Concerned Citizen: "I've enjoyed reading your paper for several months...However, after reading that you support McCain/Palin, never again will I read your paper. Also, I will not access this website again. today was my first time to access, just to make this comment. In reading your editorials, I kind of thought you were probably for McCain but now that you have publicly displayed this in such a large fashion, I give up. This is particularly true after both John and Sarah are both looking pretty stupid right now! Now I know why most metro riders in the D.C. area refuse to accept your paper when it's offered by your paper guys...."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
MM: "so are all the examiners going to endorse mcpalin?"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
rookwood: ""This endorsement is an insult to the people of Prince Georges County. It demonstrates a paper that is totally out of touch with it's demographics. Anybody over there ever heard of marketing 101? I've cancelled my home delivery and will encourage others on my block to do the same. I will also inform my advertising clients to seek a more sane place to spend their advertising dollars." What an endorsement from one of your readers!!! Imagine, someone not afraid to forward facts, regardless of the negative impact it may have on them. Well, apparently you have lost "one" reader, but that has been offset by this new reader who has now put you into their favorites folder, to be read online every morning while, enjoying my first coffee and cigarette. Please continue with your courageous efforts. And remember this, please, regardless of my point of view relative to anything...just give me the facts as accurately, honestly and responsibly as possible. Your word is heard here in Cincinnati."POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Robin: "AMEN!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Robin: "AMEN!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Robin: "AMEN!"POSTED Sep 25, 2008
Robin: "AMEN!"POSTED Sep 26, 2008
Astounded: "Apparently the conservative brainwashing system worked well on you!"POSTED Sep 27, 2008
TxGypsy: "After the Debate, which I feel McCain won by the way, McCain is heading back to D.C. to complete his job to make sure the American people get a fair shake on the bailouts. I personally don't like any bailout that supports corrupted CEO's that can walk away (WaMu) with $20 million after only 7 weeks in that position. And where is B. Hussein? On the campaign trail so he can look good! What a sham. Also, this way he won't have to vote "Present!" McCain/Palin08"POSTED Sep 27, 2008
nemo: "I was ready to vote for Senator McCain until he chose Gov. Palin as his running mate. Her frightening lack or preparedness to become President has brought me to the conclusion that Senator McCain's judgment is very poor. As Goethe said "There is nothing more frightening than ignorance in action.""POSTED Sep 28, 2008
Thx but no thax: "Glad I did not buy any advertisments from DC Examiner. Examiner is deficient in judgement."POSTED Sep 29, 2008
nancypili: "This paper sucks. We already knew this though, That's why it's free."POSTED Sep 29, 2008
ZachC: "Wow, wish I had a subscription just so I could cancel it! I can only imagine the amount of payola the Examiner took to endore this doddering warmonger and his completely vapid running mate. This might be the worst ticket in U.S. history."POSTED Oct 6, 2008
Afuel: "The SF Examiner have made the smartest move ever. To vote for a know nothing done nothing like Obama is pure insanity. The lock step trolls of the left must be doubling their blood pressure meds tonight. I thought Sf was lost to the real world. Wonderful news."POSTED Oct 6, 2008
Afuel: "The SF Examiner have made the smartest move ever. To vote for a know nothing done nothing like Obama is pure insanity. The lock step trolls of the left must be doubling their blood pressure meds tonight. I thought Sf was lost to the real world. Wonderful news."POSTED Oct 16, 2008
whatever: "IDIOTS!"POSTED Oct 16, 2008
JOE DEMOCRAT: "SAY WHAT? SAY IT AIN'T SO JOE! This is not an inspirational leader. We will once again be the laughing stock of the WORLD."POSTED Oct 17, 2008
Pallin around with Obama: "Maverick? Tell me why this Maverick has missed over 400 votes in the senate? Seems to me the American people are due a refund. I will stick with reading the Washington Post. A well respected news organization that offers unbiased articles as opposed to "good ole boy" perspective."POSTED Oct 18, 2008
Pro-America for Obama: "McCain, Jan. 10: ... And by the way, I don't believe we're headed into a recession. I believe the fundamentals of this economy are strong, and I believe they will remain strong."POSTED Oct 18, 2008
Todd: "Prefer to recant this endorsement since it has been several weeks now, and additional information on Palin has emerged, for example? Recant or not, in the future I wouldn't use this rag to windex my windows."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Gerard ian: "Four more years of Dubya!"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
David: "I disagree with your endorsement for President. I don't agree with the conservative rhetoric your newspaper contstantly spews but I can't exactly cancel my subscription since your "wasted dead trees" litters my driveway for free. If I could get you to stop littering my driveway, I would do so in a heartbeat."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Coop3: ""The Examiner endorses McCain-Palin" that's great. Now I don't have to deal with THAT dirty free paper in the morning."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Coop3: ""The Examiner endorses McCain-Palin" that's great. Now I don't have to deal with THAT dirty free paper in the morning."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
waldo: "Thankfully we have a couple of US papers that believe in freedom of speech. Even the Internet has been taken over by "O". Any time you search something in sacred territory you get shifted to the Obama campaign site. Whew. Scary stuff here. That's not socialism that's Marxism at its extreem. I've been getting my news nationally and it seems everyone else sees what America does not."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Say it Ain't So Joe: "No thanks. I never respected your freebie newspaper anyway. I'd say the endorsements for Obama from the Chicago Tribune and Los Angeles Times are more impressive. Better written too."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
jen: ""Country First" that all I can say this is a right two words. Thanks - McCain "Country First", please keep your words. jen"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Jemal: "Shame on you!!!! We expected you to have a better judgment but you showed us the exact bad judgment made by John McCain when he picks Sarah Palin as his running mate."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Tracy: "When it comes down to it Obama was a member of ACORN, whose legal battles helped put us in the financial crisis we're in now. His socialized welfare will put our national debt into the trillions... how is that a good idea? What happened to hard work?"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Monday: "Thank God; Now I am Starting to believe that hopefully we will have the right leader with the experience what will be good for our Country what we need."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Jack: "DC Examiner are you nuts!!!! Why would anyone vote for McCain/ Palin? Palin dosent seem to be very bright! Did anyone watch the Katie Couric interview? Yeah, listen to how she explains her foriegn experience. She makes the McCain camp look like a big joke!"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
David R.: "How irreponsible it is to endorse McCain-Palin. More-so than Bush over Kerry. I will no longer read your paper while commuting on Metro."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
David R.: "How irreponsible it is to endorse McCain-Palin. More-so than Bush over Kerry. I will no longer read your paper while commuting on Metro."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
ugh: "What? Are you stupid, DC Examiner? What has McSame done to get this. Shame on you, editorial board."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
WTF: "Cancel my subscription. Wait, is this the Post? No? Who are you again? Well, whoever you are, thanks for some laughs."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Felix: ""Most importantly, the next president must be an inspirational leader who can restore for future generations of Middle Americans the enduring virtues " This quote almost suggests that you wanted "Obama" to be the next president but somehow you messed it up and ended with McCain (:-("POSTED Oct 20, 2008
: "You must be kidding. I had to re-read this one. Please don't deliver your paper to me any longer. If you are so disconnected from the world we are living in - how can you be worthy of being read???"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Ben: "What? the Examiner has an editorial board? I thought the whole paper consisted of two staff. The guy who ran the printing press and the guy who maintained the website. And probably the two or three guys who give it out at the metro stations. The whole editorial looks like it was copy and pasted from a McCain Palin website."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Army medic: "Great Job for endorsing John McCain. I served my country proudly and if Obama does not have time to see our wounded soldiers in Germany; and instead plays basketball infront of cameras. This man should not be our next president."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
AMY: "read issue 324 Nov2005....it'll explain when 'American?'Billionaires;Warren Buffet,his dghtr.Susan, his chess-player buddy BillGates, Steven'mind-control thru tv'Spielberg, Oprah'who didn't admit involvement until 2008'Winfrey,the Kennedy Clan who also 'went public in 2008;and other high-rollers started the warchest for Preident in 2005 for the #99 of 100 US Senator just elected after living obscurely in Chicago and with his obscure law earnings managed to afford a mansion in Chicago's posh Hyde Park....you guessed right BARACK OBAMA,who naed Warren Buffet as his US Treasurer, after the 1st debate and called WB 'his friend' and mentioned WBcasually a 2nd and 3rd time at the debate last week....WAKE UP!!!DOESN'T THE WOOL PULLED OVER YOUR EYES ITCH....also at least Sarah Palin didn't rise up without experience like Obama with the help big-money, and does not have a medical history of brain-aneurysms like Joe Biden (see Sunday's Oct.19tn,2008 of Chicago Tribune Page 8)"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
aghast: "This is nothing but more of McCain's usual campaign rhetoric disguised as journalism. It doesn't even mention Obama once. How can you present a credible argument for how McCain is a better choice than Obama without making even a single direct comparison on any issue of substance?"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Pam from Atlanta: "Finally an article which points out the issues of real importance and McCain's ability to deal with them."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
john warren Gotsch: "As a registered Republican I vote for Amerrica! the GOP is broke and McCain is not the answer; not by a long shote. I will stay with my registration, but Barack Obama is the very best for these troubling times."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Quarar: "Quarar is Portuguese for bleach such as clothes in the sun. Do not mistake it for anything else. McCain is the best man for President. Where the heck did Obama come from? I never heard of him. And Palin has courage and brains. She's an easy pick. I rest my case to you ignoramuses on the left."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Tom: "Good job. Finally someone speaking sense. McCain for President!"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
alyssasgranny: "thank you examminer!!!"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
alyssasgranny: "thank you examminer!!!"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
McCain: "If we think big, honest, loyal, with reason, with ethics, and with moral values, we have to think McCain. He has shown to be the true american to lead our country. He is the one who has told the truth about the reality we are living, and the truth of the future to be considered. Leonides E. Villalon, M.D."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
: "Hurray for McCain and Palin.I pray and hope they will win."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
: "Hurray for McCain and Palin.I pray and hope they will win."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Julian: "ya idiots!!!!!!!!1"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
: "Good to see there are a few good Newspapers still among us!"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
: "Good to see there are a few good Newspapers still among us!"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Debora Johnson: "Lyman Packard the word of God says Its ok but Sin not and don't let the sun go down on your wrath...I would be angry too when People are so decieved as to think that style and A people Please should rule over a man that would die for his Country John McCain and his temper and the Christian Sarah Palin difinately have my vote..Ask God whom should be there afraid whom he might say?"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
: "What's your circulation? 50?"POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Lee McDuffie: "I agree with the article in the fact that we need someone willing to eliminate earmarks and cut spending to get this country out of the deficit we already have. Obama seems to want to spend more money and raise taxes. We need someone that will not raise taxes and cut our countries' budget in other areas to make money available for healthcare and education. In a time of war, McCain is better suited for handling this situation. When Russia invading Georgia, McCain responded like a true leader would when Obama was hesitant in giving any comments on the situation. I don't think he knew what to do with a situation like this. Therefore, Obama would not make a good commandor in chief."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
J: "The DC Examiner is a joke. You cant even get people to get it for free at the metro stop. But I will tell everyone I know to boycott your paper. Obama will win this election. Sorry to burst your bubble."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Mike: "Thank yor for your editorial. It is refreshing to see a paper like yours tell it like it is about McCain. His record and the example of his character are open for all to examine. He has nothing to hide from the American people.(unlike Obama with all his secrecy and vague answers about his past)."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Heathrow: "Palin...? The Germans probably have nice things to say about Hitler as well. "What a jolly good fellow," etc."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
soonerjay2002: "Dude, i mean mikej, i know what the j stands for, doing your own american duty, right? ever crash anything besides your car? im a veteran, and really dont like your tone in the way way you speak of an american hero. ever served your country, aside from your bathroom antics? you are pitiful and a disgrace to this great country and people of ours."POSTED Oct 20, 2008
Carolyn Lehnhardt: "I think your newspaper's endorsement of McCain and the inane Sarah Palin is hideously ignorant as well as irresponsible. Are you in your right mind to imply that this woman could handle the vice presidency, let alone the presidency? She can't even handle a few questions from Katie Couric!! The fact that he nominated her removes any credibility he may have had. Wake up!!!"POSTED Oct 21, 2008
Karin from Louisiana: "I couldn't agree more with your concise explanation and wise decision to support McCain. Well done DC Examiner!"POSTED Oct 21, 2008
gayformccainwhohasbeengaysincevietnam: "What the hell is the Washington Examiner? Does anyone actually read this paper? Or is it some rich man's boutique project to inject himself into DC politics? This endorsement is a joke. How much did it cost the McCain campaign to buy it. HA!"POSTED Oct 21, 2008
gayformccainwhohasbeengaysincevietnam: "Oh, by the way, I know you, Karin from Louisiana --you used to drink my milkshake. What? People don't say that anymore? Huh? They never really did? Ooooh! Never mind!!!!"POSTED Oct 21, 2008
David: "This sort of thing is why I walk by your paper distributor person and pick up an express. Who in DC is going to benefit from a president who wants assault weapons to be openly carried around in our city?"POSTED Oct 21, 2008
Tomcatt: "Obama is of course the better man - for showtime, McCain for leadership!"POSTED Oct 21, 2008
Patriot: "Reason stands tall. As we come down the home stretch, I imagine we'll find more courageous stands against Obama's [Acorn-inspired] Money Machine and his Benedict-Arnold reversal/rejection of his initial pledge for public financing (even Hillary and Joe Biden scorned him for that). Power to the People!"POSTED Oct 21, 2008
Patriot: "Reason stands tall. As we come down the home stretch, I imagine we'll find more courageous stands against Obama's [Acorn-inspired] Money Machine and his Benedict-Arnold reversal/rejection of his initial pledge for public financing (even Hillary and Joe Biden scorned him for that). Power to the People!"POSTED Oct 21, 2008
jeff: "listen everyone in Obama is saying we don't need another 8 years let me tell you something Mcain is not bush you should ask yourself what about rev WRIGHT!! Obama went to his church for 20 years let me say that again 20 YEARS of hateful words that came out of his mouth so Obama is not the right person he can talk but he can't lead america we need a LEADER and that is john Mcain"POSTED Oct 22, 2008
ExpatriotExtroidinaire: "Supporting Mccain is support for corporatism (see fascism) So what great vision does this paper hold for the nation? More Walmarts and less education. The workforce needs help over there, to compete in a global economy, your foreign relations has suffered so much. It seems to be benefit somebody over there to keep people this ignorant, and passive, and this will continue under Mccain. the world wants to love you again, only Saudi Arabia overwhelmingly wants to see Mccain in office. Interesting"POSTED Oct 22, 2008
FloridaCitizen: "Great!"POSTED Oct 22, 2008
eddie: "No wonder theirs two of you and the states that's still full of hate;for having no Civility about life,than to be in the public isn't good for the children,to know mommy would rather shoot a human,than to love a person,with Laws they all have ELUDED to get your ignorant butts here,poor,uneducated,and hating life for your forefathers,not mine,that's one thing I as a black man can state,since 1968..."POSTED Oct 23, 2008
: "i think mccain is a better candidate he e will not abusifly tax my family like obama has served in vietnam and understand the forces at work. h"POSTED Oct 23, 2008
: "mcCain is alot smarter he understands war since he has served. obama will over tax my family forceing me and my husband to divorce since we both wealthy. we shouldnt have tp pay for the poor its there falt there poor. ohh obama is also black and we are not ready for that yet"POSTED Oct 23, 2008
bam14: "Mccain is going to lose only because obama is black"POSTED Oct 23, 2008
: "i think obama should win because hes going to get assasinated"POSTED Oct 23, 2008
: "many peopls say that mccain still has a chance he does just not a good one all because obama is black"POSTED Oct 23, 2008
: "obama is only going to win out of pitty not because he is the right choice"POSTED Oct 24, 2008
Larry A: "McCain was a centrist until for some reson dlate in the primaries he went agaisnt his own policies and switched to the right wing of the Republican party, dropped Lieberman who was his close ally and known to be his VP running mate and took on Palin who was picked for him by senior memeber os his staff looking for a quick fix in the polls. When it became obvious that McCain had not vetted her properly, Palin was secluded form the media and an inquiring public. T hese are not the actions of a person who thinks things through or of a man of integrity. They strongly smack of a man whose campaign was out of money and sold out to the right wing evangelistic front which has buckets of cash. Now that' he's behind in the polls, McCain has jumped into the filth of gutter politics while Obama has stayed on issues. Where does he stand on anyhting other than fighting in Iraq until we're dead broke and owned by China? OBAMA-BIDEN 2008"POSTED Oct 25, 2008
Louis: "Every time someone tries to describe in detail what McCain's plans are, they are too vague because McCain doesn't even have a plan for the economy. Obama's is pretty well detailed and says precisely what he will do, that is the plan we need and I feel sorry for the DC Examiner"POSTED Oct 25, 2008
Ikechukwu: "Couldn't you have told Senator Macain the truth that his chioce of Gov.Palin was unwise and untelligent.Even though he was coerced into making such a choice,he did not show his self acclaimed maverik stuff and therefore never put the country first.I say this is his greatest undoing and most probably his failure in this campaign."POSTED Oct 30, 2008
salc: "What does a Obama-Polosi-Reid ticket offer?Swift amnesty for 12million to 20million illegal aliens and a drive to make them citizens and register them,as in the Bill Clinton years.This will mean that Nevada,Colorado,New Mexico,and Arizona will soon move out of reach for GOP presidential candidates,as has California.Border security will go on the back burner,and America will have a virtual open border with a Mexico of 110million people.Welcome to Obamaland!"POSTED Oct 31, 2008
Cordelia Reagan: "Yes, McCain, reign in that temper. You do have some pretty important telephones and buttons only a few feet from your angry fingers."POSTED Nov 4, 2008
Toro: "wow.. Mccain? endorse by examiner? you guys are nuts? maybe you people were paid.. anyhow.. someone in Mccain campaign have surely written this non-sense.. who on earth wants Sarah Palin on VP ?"