Yes the voters agreed that from what they were told about her she wasn't the right person for the job.
I and many others believe the Dem machine was very affective at making sure the things you stated were the main considerations as to her worthiness. How often did you listen to her "radio shows" ?
Many effective politicians came from the vary same background - some were even actors - some were just good speakers - most of them were backed fully by powerful committees.
Theres many reasons for her short vote count - it actually doesn't matter much at this point.
Yes she could be compared to Mrs.Pallin - they both have similar ideals - personal convictions and were affectively labelled and pigeon holed by the Controlling majority.
I applaud both of them for having the personal fortitude to stand up - get smashed by the controlling steam roller and get so many votes. That in itself is a solid reason to be proud.
To many Americans are content fading into the masses while smashing those who atleast try to make a difference. Its easy to sit on the fence and throw hand grenades at those in the fight.
The campaign is over - I applaud the efforts of all those who stood in harms way to try and fight in the winner take all game. To too many - that's all it is - one big tax funded - patronage feed game.
This portion of the Dog and Pony show has ended - my phone stopped ringing - no more wasted paper in my mail box - Thank God !