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"Run the cover. It's got legs."

Can’t you just hear Newsweek cackling, as they comp’ed their Palin cover? Rubbing their hands together with that Mad Scientist laugh. The gall. The genius. The great debate they were about to run with.

A show of hands of those who think it’s right—and those who just left Newsweek’s readership forever. Personally, I sat with the image many days and came to the conclusion that it’s right on.

Let’s face it, Sarah’s a big girl, she’s been around the block a lap or two, and her women’s intuition maybe should have gone off the second she cocked her head just right, threw a little hip out and gave that sexy Runner’s World leg pose. “Hmmm,  this could be taken out of context? Get repurposed? The press could run wild with this?” Thoughts of Perez Hilton, perky Katie Couric and Newsweek should have raced through her presidential head.

Don’t be pulling a beauty queen Prejean on us, the “but I only intended it for so and so.”

Remember Obama’s hot bod beach shot on the Washingtonian? Sexist? He owned it, I think.  As should she.

Hey, I don’t hate her because she’s a Hunter and I’m a Veggie, or because she can see Russia and I can only see Catalina, or even because of her kill ‘em with kindness Prejean-like smile (the new duo) when she’s sticking it to the media—right now I’m just annoyed that’s she’s got better legs than me and I can’t even get to the gym when I press myself to do so.

You betcha I like the cover.


How ‘bout you? “Dislike” her because she’s beautiful? Because she ran away from her term? Because she left those kids on the trail and is now toting them on her book tour? Or just because she’s a little right wing crazy and went rogue on such a good guy like McCain? Or maybe you love her. Speak your mind. Everyone’s free to do so, right?



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Reader Comments
Deb: I agree, she knew what she was doing when she took this shot. My husband would cringe at the flag being draped over a chair like that. I haven't read the article, but now I must...
Suz Broughton|Reply
Actually, I think this was a recycled shot from a Runner's World Article on her. And, yeah, she knew what was going on. And I'm with you, Suz, about the flag being draped like that. Just not cool.
Jeff|Reply
The flag draped over the chair, with her leaning on it, will be the end of her political run.
Katherine|Reply
No one takes her seriously anymore. (if they ever did) She is done, politically. Loved the comment about Russia v. Catalina. genius, Deb!
Tina@Trampled by Zebras|Reply
Um. I have no respect for her. This photo just sorta sums that up... I wrote a piece on her when she was in the running on my blog...and man it got a lot of angry AND supportive comments. None of them changed my mind. This lady is a wreck...more interested in fame than leadership.
Marcy Massura|Reply
I think it's absolutely right for Newsweek to run this -- it was shot for a running magazine, but the photo has been out there and can definitely be re-used with proper credit and payment (which Newsweek did). And the photo sums up Palin's own hubris as she boarded the "spunky ol' gal" bandwagon to sell herself (jettisoning the McCain campaign in the meantime). She posed for it; it's fair game; and kudos to Newsweek for using it to sum up Palin's game.
Pamela |Reply
Your commentary is pathetic, and tripe. You never mentioned Sarah Palin's successes and the fact that having a bestselling book and high paying speaking opportunities is a good living to support her family. Over and above that, she refused to abort her down syndrome child and surely no one can blame her for her teenage daughter having sex. Most teenage girls in the OC are sexually active and if you think not, you are disillusioned. Your elitist, hateful, holier than thou commentary is despicable. Too bad you could not comment on Palin's policy positions instead of resorting to gossipy high school girl talk. As for Newsweek, you would think they would have had the where with all to hire their own photographer and do some real journalism. But they are just another faction of the lame stream media losing massive readership. Palin looks great for a woman who is in her 40's has a 1 year old and 4 other children. As for your commentary, it only makes you look small and immature. You betcha. Joy
Joy Margoles|Reply
I could not agree more. Sarah (and Carrie) need to stop playing the victim role and take responsibility for their choices. Taking ridiculous and possibly controversial pictures (and videos) is the height of naiveté for anyone, but especially those who seek attention from the public. How can we ever take these women seriously as role models if they can't even be responsible for their own actions? Not that I ever did to begin with, of course. On another note, for people like Sarah and Carrie, any controversy is the stuff of a PR's dream. You know what they say, it's only a problem when they STOP talking about you. Should make for good book (and DVD) sales!
Aimee|Reply
I love Sarah Palin! She's a hot mom who believes abortion is wrong as well as many of her other views, her heart is in the right place. Not like all those liberals you see in the media and all over Hollywood. She's awesome. And I'm glad to see her fighting off all those left wingers! You go girl!
Lisa Perez|Reply
She's an idiot. Have you heard her speak? She can't even put a coherent sentence together. And she doesn't believe in evolution, in the face of all the evidence -- yup, you betcha, easy to deny all that by just sayin' "I don't believe in it!" Like all those folks back in the Middle Ages who couldn't believe the earth wasn't the center of the universe. I heard her speak on radio the other night and almost gagged -- I'll bet she couldn't find Yemen on a map, let alone speak about our policies on it.
Marie|Reply
Good to see the fire Palin brings out in all. She's got that love hate relationship with people for sure. And no peace and love my way from Joy, I see. That's cool, I'm glad you're sticking up for your opinions, Joy. And I'm also glad she had the baby too.
Debbie Lavdas|Reply
She's a joke. Thought it when she first came on the scene and still do. A lot of my friends are under her spell and it makes me sick. I am outraged by the blind support she receives from the "righteous" wingnuts. Keep up the good work, media, and get her laughed back to Alaska, where they don't like her either.
jeani in HB|Reply
I agree with Joy and thank you for saying what I would not be able to so articulately. I think Sarah is the most down to earth politician I have ever watched. I like her style, attitude, and willingness to be different than everyone else.
Stephanie P|Reply
Wow her whole entire platform is she is just a hockey mom like everyone else! She got what she wanted a very sporty cover to match. She is not taken seriously in politics Rightly so...and she is flakey too! She sold a lot of books this week. Lets hope she makes enough money and goes back to Alaska and actually raises her family! Is her 15 minutes up? Lets hope so! She does look good though! LOL!
Janell|Reply
I can't believe you catty women! I my not completely agree with everything Sarah does or says, but she is SO much better than the idiots we have in Washington right now! She has a better grasp on reality than the decision makers we have that don't have a clue about what is really going wrong in our country. I voted for her before and I will again, given the opportunity. And, don't be jealous of her for being able to pose for that picture and look good! Jealous never has looked good on anyone...
Jackie|Reply
Well, she's very fit and looks it, and that's great for any person. She, however, has no business attempting to run our country!! The woman is simply scary POLITICALLY. I cannot comment on her mothering skills, since I have no idea what her mothering skills are, does anyone??? We know that her teenage daughter got pregnant, well, that is definitely NOT what I want for my daughter!!! And if she were to become pregnant I would absolutely see it as a failure of my parenting, let's be honest, is that what any of us want for our children, to be children having children??? She gave birth to her fifth son, she's supposed to somehow get "credit" for that? What else, as a mother, are you suppose to do? Now politically: you have to be kidding she's a disaster!! Beyond global politics, does she is even aware of our government branches?? Never really got a clear answer from her! I hope she sticks to the media/publicity thing. I hope her book does well! Hey, trashy novels make best sellers, that doesn't mean I want them running our country. If this publicity means she'll stay out of politics, then keep it coming!!! :)
Cindy|Reply
I think Sarah is an inspiring, exciting speaker and public figure. She is who she is. No, she's not perfect, but she doesn't claim to be. (Do you?) Newsflash, folks, your democratic politicians are just as human and flawed. And when you go absolutely rabid over a republican it only makes your party look that more pathetic, desperate, and elitist.
Jane|Reply
So lets see, if she aborted herdown syndrome baby because IT interfered with her life, ecouraged her permiscuious daughter to also get RID of baby (I mean embryo) because it might interfere with her party college life, Cheated on her husband with all the guys in her political life, gave away our rights to foreign countries & gave away our money to countries who will never pay us back and of coarse was a Democrat she would be a shoe-in and beloved by the media. As an immigrant turned voting United States citizen I say she is the HOPE we need. As far as you who are only tolerant of your point of view I shed tears for you.
Ion J. Baleanu|Reply
Was President Obama labeled "bad news for everyone" on his "hot bod" Washingtonian cover? This is not even remotely close to fair and objective news journalism...perhaps we should rename Newsweek magazine Trashweek to more accurately portray what they do best? Media who treat women with such disrespect don't deserve our respect.
Linda|Reply
Who really cares what I think. Do I care if any of you think I am a good Mom. As long as I can sleep at night knowing I have done the best I can, I say I have done a good job. Our children always take different paths then their parents and who are we to say it is good or bad. It is their life and it has to be their choices.
Charlotte|Reply
Sara is a beautiful woman but just because she is beautiful does not mean that she should run our country. She may be very ambitious but she is definately not qualified. The fact that her daughter got pregnant has nothing to do with her politically - it simply means that when she espouses her views on abstinence she is a hypocrite. Kids will do as they will but parents with a good relationship with their children would know what is going on with their kids. Encouraging a teenager to raise a child is insane - they typically cannot even make a bed let alone raise a child. Maybe she should toss the books, toss politics and raise her kids.
Christina|Reply
We women, hate her because she has everything. Beautiful, good career, supported family, great body, nice house, handsome husband, church goer, pro-life. The jealousy is in the air. We women, will love her if she is ugly, super fat, her husband is a cheater, came from broken family, filed bankruptcy due to excessive spending, playing God by killing babies, had history of crime, etc, etc. We women hate other women who are better than we are. We women, looked down on Sarah Palin because she has everthing and we don't.
Zaitun|Reply
if SARAH PALIN took OFF ALL OR AT LEAST SOME OF SO MUCH "MAKE-UP ON HER "FACE" LIKE THE COVER OF A MAGAZINE PHOTO OF HER THAT SHE DID NOT "LIKE" THEN ALL OF "YOU "BLIND "-"PEOPLE-MOSTLY MEN-"WHO NEED "EYEGLASSES"-WILL FINALLY SEE "THAT SHE "HAS "LOTS OF "WRINKLES " AND "MOLES" ON HER "GOOFY ""pHONEY" -"FACE"- AND "SHE IS A ""QUITTER "-"QUIT "-HER "JOB "-AS "FORMER "GOVERNOR OF "ALASKA"-STATE OF U.S.A. ! AND "SARAH PALIN "- "NEVER ANSWERS (WITH A TRUE ANSWER) A 'QUESTION "-SHE JUST SAYS "STUFF, :"LIKE "-QUOTE:"YOU BETCHA " !-"OPRAH WINFREY"- I AM SORELY "DISAPPOINTED IN YOU ! "SELLING -OUT AND "SELLING US "OUT "! "AND "WHO COULD "STAND "SARAH'S "HIGH-PITCHED-"SQUEAKY "VOICE "-FOR VERY LONG !-"LIKE FINGERNAILS SCRATCHING DOWN A "BLACKBOARD" !-TV STATIONS IN "ALASKA"-MUST BE "DUMB AND "DEAF" ! OUR COUNTRY AND "PRESIDENT OBAMA "!
AONE|Reply
IF YOUR KIDS LIKE YOU ARE WEARING GENUINE "ANIMAL-RABBIT-SNOW LEOPARD, MINK,FOX, SEAL ,CAT, DOG -FUR ON YOUR COATS AND COLLARS THEN I NOW KNOW WHY YOU AND "SARAH PALIN" DON'T CARE ABOUT "CRUELTY TO "ANIMALS" AND "SLAVERY"-BIGGER IN "U.S.A."- THAN EVER IN OUR "HISTORY" AND CRUELTY TO "WOMEN " THEN I GUESS THAT YOU ARE "OKAY WITH "SARAH PALIN "-SAYING "QUOTE:"BRING ME THE 'FORE-ARM OF A "WOLF "- AND SHE ( "SARAH PALIN HAS HER DAUGHTERS BY HER SIDE WHEN "SHE MACHINE GUNS DOWN "BAMBI-DEER AND MOOSE ETC. AND CUTS IT UP AND EATS IT !- CHECK OUT WEBSITE:"WILDLIFE DEFENDERS " ! " AND "CRUELTY"
AONE|Reply
the reality is, even if me and you give our best effort to put our best best best makeup on our face, we won't be able to look pretty as she is. She puts on make up, she looks pretty.
Zaitun|Reply
Now, that the democrats have bribed the senators to destroy our health care and usher in socialism/communism and BOUGHT VOTES ON THE FLOOR-just now--we all better come together and pray for this nation that the elitist deaf ears are bankrupting. Sarah Palin is a breath of fresh air, that is for later, right now, we need to Fire all of Congress and soon, or America is over. Your Catalina views won't matter if China owns your house. Come together and fight the destruction of our nation before it is too late. Joy
Joy|Reply
Joy, after read the AONE comment, your comment is like breath of fresh air. You write based on fact instead of emotional reaction. Another note on the Palin fact is that contrary to what debbie wrote about Sarah, she did not run away from her term. She gave her explanation on the reason behind her resignation but all of those explanation end up twisted (by debbie,too). I like Sarah Palin, and I wish Hillary Clinton won the presidency, but still a long way for woman to be elected as president because we women hate other women achievement. Not any women organization help other women elected to be the president. Maybe never. Right, Deb?
Zaitun|Reply
Zaitun, Thank you. I am sick of the vitriol and I am sick of the hate spewed at a military mom. We all better forge together because time is running out for our nation. We just need a leader, someone who will not play politics with our soldiers lives, or make a mockery of our criminal justice system by trying terrorists as US citizens all while unemployment goes through the roof and the debt is unsustainable. We all should spend every ounce of energy to paralyze the Congress from destroying our freedom. At least Palin has the guts to stand up and speak out. She may not be right for President, but almost anyone would be better than current occupant in the White House. Pray for America. Pray for some common sense to take over before it is too late. We have so much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. God Bless America. Joy
Joy|Reply
For what it's worth, I don't hate women and I don't hate Palin, I just don't think she's qualified, and it was the pose mostly I reacted to: less athletic/jock like and more modely/open material. Yea I did a few backhanded slams at her, but most of it was in jest. I'll survive if she's President, I don't lose sleep over her and truly I was bugged by her hot legs as I can't find time for the gym and I don't have all those kids, a book, political demands, etc. (I'm also bugged by Heidi Klum who has 4 kids and was just in a fashion show, and I have no clue if she's right or left.) I'm not mean spirited, don't get a rise out of the banter and fyi these are my 1st Hater comments ever. I'm all for agreeing to disagree, as this topic is just a sliver of us all, right? In real life, we may think each other are good moms, good friends, good people. Type can be a weird translation. If you didn't get my humor, check out my Joel McHale piece today here. Or get to know me in moving pictures on my videos on my site. Oh and my husband was a Marine for 8 yrs, so of course I don't hate Military Moms. Btw, those who liked this piece, thanks. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you here, we do have much to be thankful for. I liked the way you wrapped that comment Joy. Peace, and wish me luck getting to the treadmill tomorrow, Debbie
Debbie|Reply
Sara Palin is not very bright, and is a christofascist. I'm not afraid of her, but her followers scare me.
Lisa|Reply
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