Sarah Palin already thinking about running for President in 2012.

I've heard a bit about this. Although I'm thinking that a lot of it is speculation. I was watching the news one day and someone pointed out, that 4 years ago people were talking about who would run this time, and none of them even campaigned. So I think it's just excitement from supporters and of course the news--because they love to speculate. On that note, if she does choose to run--I would vote for her in a second in the primary, and in the general election if she got the nomination. That is coming from someone who swore they would never vote for a republican, that is, before this past election! A lot of people think she is dumb, but I have watched so many serious interviews since after the election, and I really think she is smarter than people give her credit for. Sorry, but you don't get to be Governor by being an idiot, so regardless of what she thinks about the issues, I really think that she is underestimated, while I think Obama has been over-hyped, and I kinda feel bad for him, in the way that he has built up so many expectations, by making promises that no human could ever live up to in 4 or maybe even 8 years! I hope he can do even a fraction of what he has promised, and that he does make this country better. So I am cautiously waiting, and will not judge him good or bad until I see what he does. On the other hand, one reason I am wary about Palin running in 2012 is the fact that she would be put up against the Obama machine, and subjected to being torn apart even worse that this election. So yes, I am looking at it logically... I don't think that sexism is gonna get any better in the next 4 years, and that is a big thing, I think a lot of people are still slightly turned off by the idea of a female president or even vp. That is pathetic to me, but face it--it isn't just Palin being a conservative woman, since Hillary couldn't quite beat out the boys club. I know there will be a lot of people that deny this, but actually I'm not even judging, I think some people don't realize they are like that. The funny thing is, I have heard more women trash talking Palin than men. Me, I certainly would love to see a female president, but that's not really why I would vote for her, I would because I think she would be a good president. And I think a lot of the negative out there about her were rumors and stuff that was over-hyped that has nothing to do with ability to be president. Anyway, just my feelings. But I definitely think it's a bit early to start talking about it too much. That being said, 4 years ago the democrats had been defeated twice, and obviously had to regroup, and it took time I'm sure. So I definitely think it may take 4 years for the republicans to get themselves back in the game if they want a chance at having power in 2010 mid-term or 2012 presidency. I'm really an independent, so I don't know how I will vote years down the line, but I can say that here on out, I am open-minded and will not be voting by party, I did 4 years ago, but this time I actually did the research, and I plan to keep that up in the future. As for starting a campaign now, I don't think *anyone* would seriously consider that. The only thing I've heard about Palin is her possibly running for Senate at some point, and maybe a Presidential run in '12 or '16.

That would be a huge waste of time. I commend her drive though. Why would Republicans pick her over any of the top 4 from the prelimenaries. She should stay where she is, maybe senator.

That is really scary that she could run for President. It was funny enough when she was elected McCain's running mate, but to run for President? Scary, scary, scary!! I'm sure my husband will be a Canadian by then. I am glad that I don't live in the USA.

Well now, they are predicting the world will end in 2012.

I always thought that something was wrong Sarah Palin. Shouldn't she be supported the president-elect and focusing on making the economy better. I understand that you have to run for presidency early, but four years early is ridiculous.

Give me a break! She doesn't stand a chance. She wouldn't make it past the preliminaries. She should stay where she is. Maybe run for Senator or something like that. I don't even think she would make it on someones cabinet.

It's a bunch of baloney that the press likes to take too far. A person is asked a question, phrased a certain way, and the person asked, answers it to the specifications in which it was phrased. Then voila, it makes the news and makes it sound like she thinks she can be President in four years. No way. I think she was just saying she was open to whatever she thought the Lord wanted her to do. I think she was just trying to make a statement that she wanted to do what was right. She is not going to run for President in 2012. If Hillary didn't get the Democratic nomination, no one is stupid enough to believe Sarah Palin can get the Republican nomination.

Wow I can't believe she is considering it. She was criticized so badly while running just as vice president. I didn't really follow the elections but I know she wasn't well liked. It is a little early to be trying for it either way. heck let her run and I hope Hilary goes up against her.

Sarah Palin is a very ambitious woman. Her recent failure is just a stepping stone and she needs to continue her mission from now on to be the first woman president of US. Yes, it is a bit too early as your new president has not even sworn in and the dust has not settled yet from the recent presidential election.

Hello dear beauty queen. It sounds a little bit too early, but it is ok for the thought because whatever we do, we need to have some preparations first before we take the final and effective action to make come true. Thank you for the link and happy to read your new discussion again. Take care, beauty queen.

It has been posited that Palin was one of the reasons that McCain failed to win the election. How does she think that she can then become the Presidential candidate? I really think she needs to get back to her job as governor of Alaska, then maybe work her way to the Senate. Perhaps she can study & build up her credentials. I think to look at running for Pres. in 2012 is a bit too soon & a slap in the face to McCain. I saw an editorial cartoon the other day that summed it up perfectly. Palin was Lucy & McCain was Charlie Brown in the infamous take the football away scheme. She may be smart but so am I & a lot of other people. But you need to be really, really smart (i.e, genius) in order to be the President of the United States. I just don't think she's quite there.

Obama started early, and look at how it worked out for him. I doubt Palin would make it very far though. A lot of people didn't vote for McCain simply because they didn't like Palin. I'd love to see Giulliani run for president, and actually win.

Never too early to test the political waters Besides, more of Palin I like it

she can do that only if she is running out of her mind!!!!

Yes, even by this year's standards it's way too early, in my opinion. I'm rather doubtful Sarah Palin will ever get the nomination, at least without making major changes in her "delivery" and studying up more on the issues, but I certainly could be wrong about that since the far right wing of the GOP seems to adore her. The fact pf the matter is no one on either extreme from either party has much of a chance getting the nomination, let alone winning the general election. Palin excited the "base" of the Republican party, that can't be denied, but given how nearly 70% of those who voted considered her to be a liability it's clear that base didn't get her too far. Annie