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John McCain and Sarah Palin, Republican Candidates for President and Vice President of the United States

It was the morning after the close of the Democratic National Convention and Barack Obama's grand speech when Republican presidential candidate John McCain took over the spotlight with the announcement of his choice for running mate, Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. What a surprise to the nation, most of whom replied, "Sarah who?"

The Republican National Convention is over, Sarah Palin has made her bring-the-house-down speech, and "Sarah" is the name on everyone's lips as the candidates hit the campaign trail.

As the campaign progresses, the McCain-Palin ticket popularity has risen and fallen (depending on whose poll you believe) as the candidates have continued to campaign - and to debate.

How do you feel about all this? What do you think of McCain's choice and the chance for the GOP ticket in November? Undecided? Read more about both Sarah Palin and John McCain here, then vote in our polls and leave your comments below.

Looking for McCain-Palin bumper stickers, buttons, t-shirts, and other campaign gear? You'll find those on this page, too.

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NEW! John McCain makes Joe the Plumber an instant celebrity! (Joe the Plumber t-shirts, too!)

Here's What You'll Find on this Page

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  1. Countdown to the Election
  2. The Announcement: Meet Sarah Palin
  3. The Speech: Hear Sarah Palin
  4. Sarah Palin's Biography
  5. Sarah Palin: Model for a New Kind of Leader
  6. Sarah Palin's Speeches
  7. Watch the Vice Presidential Candidates Debate
  8. Hear John McCain: The Acceptance Speech
  9. Faith of His Fathers - John McCain's Story of his Family and His Life
  10. John McCain - Father
  11. Watch the Presidential Candidates Debate
  12. John McCain Makes "Joe the Plumber" an Instant Celebrity
  13. Joe the Plumber for John McCain and Sarah Palin
  14. Follow the McCain - Palin Campaign on Twitter!
  15. McCain-Palin Online
  16. McCain-Palin in the News
  17. VICE PRESIDENTIAL POLL: Did John McCain make the right choice?
  18. PRESIDENTIAL POLL: Who will you be voting for on November 4?
  19. John McCain - Sarah Palin Campaign Buttons
  20. McCain-Palin Logo Gear
  21. McCain - Palin Bumper Stickers
  22. Women for John McCain and Sarah Palin!
  23. McCain-Palin T-Shirts!
  24. More John McCain - Sarah Palin Campaign Gear
  25. McCain-Palin Campaign Memorabilia
  26. Sarah Palin Collectibles
  27. Tell Us What You Think
  28. More Lenses You Might Like
  29. Support our Troops

Countdown to The 2008 Presidential Election

The 2008 Presidential Election: November 4, 2008

The Announcement: Meet Sarah Palin

John McCain announces his VP selection at this rally in Dayton, Ohio.

Interestingly, the announcement was made on John McCain's birthday and Todd and Sarah Palin's 20th wedding anniversary.
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The Speech: Hear Sarah Palin

The speech that knocked 'em dead at the Republican National Convention

September 3, 2008.
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Sarah Palin's Biography

Did you hear the one about the book that became a bestseller?

This one did, overnight. As soon as John McCain put Alaska's governor, Sarah Palin, on the map and in the news, everyone has wanted to learn more about her. This bio, written after Sarah Palin became governor, is now available in paperback or get the Kindle edition here.
Sarah: How a Hockey Mom Turned Alaska's Political Establishment Upside Down

Sarah: How a Hockey Mom Turned Alaska's Political Establishment Upside Down

by: Kaylene Johnson

Amazon Price: $0.01 (as of 02/15/2012)Buy Now

n 2006 an angel-faced but tough 42-year-old former small-town mayor named Sarah Palin became a long-shot candidate for Alaska governor demanding a higher ethical standard in state government. The timing of her reform message and a widening scandal produced a tornado that reshaped the political landscape. Surprising everyone, Palin thumped by wide margins both a sitting governor in the Republican primary election and a former governor in the general election to become Alaska's first female chief executive and its youngest ever.

Sarah Palin: Model for a New Kind of Leader

Sarah Palin's new biography by Joe Hilley

Here's a synopsis of this new book, set to be released in October. (Preorder now to lock in the lowest price!)
Sarah Palin: A New Kind of Leader

Sarah Palin: A New Kind of Leader

by: Joe Hilley

Amazon Price: $0.01 (as of 02/15/2012)Buy Now

The present era demands a new style of leadership. In an age that values relationship over authority and one that is overwhelmed by a tidal wave of information, breadth of familiarity and depth of conviction are prized commodities. Sarah Palin brings both of those qualities to her new role as candidate for the vice presidency of the United States. Those qualities, her familiarity with a broad range of issues and her strong moral center, are just two of the leadership traits that have allowed her to organize and focus her efforts in office.

Using themes from her career in politics, Joe Hilley explores the leadership traits that made Palin successful and why those traits are an example of kind of leadership that will guide our nation through the 21st century.

Sarah Palin's Speeches

Get to know Sarah Palin in her own words.

Includes the text of her vice-presidential nominee acceptance speech.
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Watch the Vice Presidential Candidates Debate

Only one vice presidential debate during this campaign.

Governor Sarah Palin meets Senator Joe Biden for the first time at the vice presidential debate, October 2, 2008, in St. Louis.
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Hear John McCain: The Acceptance Speech

From the 2008 GOP National Convention

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Faith of His Fathers - John McCain's Story of his Family and His Life

John McCain's biography, in his own words.

(Preorder this updated version to lock in the lowest price possible on amazon.com)
Faith of My Fathers: A Family Memoir

Faith of My Fathers: A Family Memoir

by: John McCain, Mark Salter

Amazon Price: $0.01 (as of 02/15/2012)Buy Now

This isn't the complete story of John McCain's life, but the story of his grandfather and father, the first father-son Admirals in the history of the United States Navy, and the impact they had on McCain during his time as a POW. The book ends with John McCain's release from that Vietnamese prison camp.

A very readable book that gives great insight into what has gone into the makings of the character of now presidential candidate John McCain.

John McCain - Father

The bestselling book by his daughter, Meghan McCain

Even children are interested in this year's election and this is a wonderful book written especially for children. John McCain's oldest daughter has penned a beautiful biography of an American war hero, a senator, a presidential candidate - and a dad.
My Dad, John McCain

My Dad, John McCain

by: Meghan McCain

Amazon Price: $0.01 (as of 02/15/2012)Buy Now

This picture book biography, written with great love and insight by his oldest daughter, writer Meghan McCain, shows us the public John McCain and the personal John McCain in a way we've never seen before -- making this American hero come to life before young eyes.

Watch the Presidential Candidates Debate

Three debates have been held between John McCain and Barack Obama. Watch the full debate videos here.

Video of the three presidential debates from September 26, October 7, and October 15, 2008.

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John McCain Makes "Joe the Plumber" an Instant Celebrity

What's this about spreading around the wealth??

If you haven't heard about Joe the Plumber, then you must not have watched the third presidential debate, listened to the news, or talked to anyone around the water cooler. Joe is a real person, a plumber, who asked Obama what would happen to his taxes if his plumbing business made more than $250,000 a year. Here's the original discussion between Joe "The Plumber" Wurzelbacher from Ohio and Barack Obama, followed by the discussion that took place during the presidential debate on October 15, 2008.

Did Barack Obama really say he wanted to spread around the wealth? Yes, he did, and he said it's a good thing for everybody. What do you think? Do you want Barack Obama to spread your wealth around or do you think you might be able to take care of that yourself, like maybe by creating more jobs as you expand your business. You can register your opinion on that by voting on November 4th.
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Joe the Plumber for John McCain and Sarah Palin

Joe the Plumber t-shirts and more.

All Joe the Plumber designs are available in multiple sizes and on a variety of products including hats, children's shirts, men's t-shirts, women's t-shirts, sweatshirts, mouse pads, mugs, and buttons. Click on a design to find more choices.
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McCain-Palin Online

Links to interesting and informative websites.

Governor of Alaska Sarah Palin
The Governor of Alaska's official website.
John McCain for President
The official campaign site for Republican presidential candidates John McCain and Sarah Palin.

McCain-Palin in the News

News as it happens.

Live feed from google.com news.
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VICE PRESIDENTIAL POLL: Did John McCain make the right choice?

What do you think?

Vote in the poll here, then leave your comments below.

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PRESIDENTIAL POLL: Who will you be voting for on November 4?

The tickets are set. Who will you be voting for?

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John McCain - Sarah Palin Campaign Buttons

Buy one or a hundred and spread them around!

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McCain-Palin Logo Gear

Yard signs, bumper stickers, buttons, shirts and more!

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McCain - Palin Bumper Stickers

Honk if you support John McCain and Sarah Palin, Republican for President and Vice President

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Women for John McCain and Sarah Palin!

You'll love these McCain - Palin designs, especially for women.

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McCain-Palin T-Shirts!

Wear your support for the John McCain - Sarah Palin ticket!

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More John McCain - Sarah Palin Campaign Gear

Note cards, yard signs, tote bags and more.

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McCain-Palin Campaign Memorabilia

You never know what you'll find on eBay.

Here's what's up for auction right now. Grab it before it's going, going, gone!
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Sarah Palin Collectibles

Let's face it. She's a superstar.

Here are a few Sarah Palin campaign items and memorabilia up for auction right now.
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Tell Us What You Think

Do you approve of the choice? Leave your comments here.

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    john Oct 20, 2008 @ 2:16 pm | delete
    Say no to the angry old man & the redneck from Alaska.
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    badmsm Oct 16, 2008 @ 8:25 pm | delete
    Great lens. I was not going to vote Republican this time, but changed my mind when McCain chose Sarah Palin. The Washington DC network is shaking in its collective boots right now. 5 Stars!
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    phun guy Oct 8, 2008 @ 10:38 pm | delete
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    Sarah Palin is here to stay. She ain't going anywhere whether the Republicans win or lose.
    Watch and Hillary may have to start getting used to that fact.
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    Oct 5, 2008 @ 6:57 pm | delete
    OBAMA IS LYING

    OBAMA STARTED THIS ECONOMIC MESS

    MCCAIN & REPUBLICANS TRIED TO KEEP IT FROM HAPPENING

    BUT THE DEMOCRATS STOPPED THEM EACH TIME

    AND NOW HERE WE ARE $825 BILLION LATER.

    PUTTING OBAMA IN CHARGE OF AMERICA

    WOULD BE LIKE PUTTING A WOLF IN CHARGE OF THE HENHOUSE!

    WATCH FOR YOURSELF...

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RZVw3no2A4

    VOTE MCCAIN/PALEN OR WE ALL LOSE!
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    SideSplitters Sep 24, 2008 @ 7:53 am | delete
    Great lens, great work! It's been flip flopping lately between who is on top, but it hasn't been a boring race, that's for sure.
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    mosdiva Sep 22, 2008 @ 6:58 pm | delete
    For McCain to throw this inexperienced, unqualified woman in the race is an insult to every woman in the United States. To assume that women are this gullible, and cannot see through this ruse to get the "Hillary" votes is unforgivable. Wake up!
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    Spook Sep 22, 2008 @ 3:37 pm | delete
    I think it's about a black President or a woman Vice-President and think it was a prophetic choice by McCain but having said that I can't call this election. Great lens by the way.
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    Jack Sep 22, 2008 @ 1:03 pm | delete
    I don't think I could stand another four years of the same thing that put us in this mess.They are worried about the financial giants and are not looking at the cause.People can not pay their Mortages because the republicans have sent our good jobs overseas for cheap labor and are importing cheap labor for our Tec.Jobs.
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    bigqin Sep 19, 2008 @ 8:45 am | delete
    Nice lens! I think Palin will win finally .
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    Jewelsofawe Sep 17, 2008 @ 2:33 am | delete
    http://www.squidoo.com/palin_for_president

    What about this thought?

    great lens! 5*
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    SideSplitters Sep 16, 2008 @ 8:23 am | delete
    Really great work on this lens. I think if McCain plans on winning, he made a great choice...whether she's qualified enough, that's a different story!
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    StephenC Sep 15, 2008 @ 9:46 pm | delete
    Enjoyed your lens. Nice going.
    Sarah Palin Facts and Trivia
    StephenC
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    JimH Sep 15, 2008 @ 5:55 pm | delete
    On the lighter side Sarah Palin Jokes
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    KariAndersen Sep 13, 2008 @ 11:28 am | delete
    Awesome lens and thanks so much for your Squid Blessing on my lens! You are featured on my Moms for Sarah Palin lens!!
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    JaguarJulie Sep 13, 2008 @ 7:53 am | delete
    Well, it will be an interesting election this year for sure -- my mother is the political 'activist' in our household ... she kept hammering her point, 'wait and see who McCain chooses as a running mate.' Well, I'm wondering--do you also wonder--how do you feel should something happen to McCain [maybe die?] and then Palin is President. Are you 100% comfortable with that notion? 5***** and blessings my dear for a very TOPICAL lens worthy of attention. ;)
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    GreenRevolution Sep 12, 2008 @ 3:08 pm | delete
    Hi Susan, great lens on a very hot topic! This has certainly been an exciting year for politics. Excellent work!
    5 *****, faved, and a fan

    ~Bruce~
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    Louis_Dubois Sep 11, 2008 @ 11:10 pm | delete
    What a nice page! Well done.It's so sad to hear outright lies by the republican party. Karl Rove is hard at work again. Its comical to see them try and pass themselves off as agents of change. My head is spinning. Learn to spot the hippocracy!
    Mind boggeling. The spin, the spin. http://www.squidoo.com/double_speak
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    Grumpy 68 Sep 10, 2008 @ 10:44 pm | delete
    I would rather have McCain/Palin experience than a power hungry inexperienced little Obama/Biden
    any day. No one has a clue what Obama can do, he's
    done nothing so far. He has NO record to stand on
    like Mc/Palin. GOP ROCKS!!!!
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    Lorna Elliston Sep 10, 2008 @ 8:48 pm | delete
    Sarah Palin is a breath of fresh air.
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    JigsawForte Sep 9, 2008 @ 3:15 pm | delete
    There is no way I want Palin OR McCain anywhere near the White House.

    The fact that her selection has now made my "If you ever get pregnant I'm yanking you out of College!" Father suddenly thinking it's okay to play the "sexist media" card just pisses me off all the more.
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    Michey Sep 8, 2008 @ 2:11 pm | delete
    Senator McCain introduce an element of surprise, he turns around the dynamics of White House race. Sarah Palin was the best possible choice, I really admire McCain he knows people, diplomacy and politics better then anybody else. With McCain and Sarah Palin I feel more secure, more optimistic, and more proud to be an American.
    Regards
    Michey
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    Robert M Sep 7, 2008 @ 1:59 am | delete
    I grew up in Arizona and I have seen first hand the hard work MaCain puts in to every thing and , far as Palin it is about time we a women in office plus the fact they are hard working AMERICANS we may have a Country to be proud of again Thank God for MaCain & Palin
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    MarM Sep 6, 2008 @ 5:25 pm | delete
    Palin is a great choice. She is 'for' life and thankfully not one of those extremist, socialist liberals with their high taxes on hardworking people, handouts to the lazy, and racist views. She is against the country club Democrats and Republicans. It's wonderful to see a true conservative again.
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    stargazer00 Sep 6, 2008 @ 1:03 am | delete
    I like her. Great lens! 5* faved and a lensroll to my Palin lens.
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    vps Sep 5, 2008 @ 1:47 pm | delete
    Talk about party unity, this is what the Dems wanted, just don't know how to do it this time around
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