Northern Star Rising

I thought Palin was a lightweight; she's not. I thought she was an ingenue; she is, but only as long as her claws are sheathed. I thought she was bewildered and star-struck at her sudden elevation to national prominence; if she ever was, she isn't anymore. I thought she was nothing but raw political talent and unrealistic ambition; it turns out that she has impressive political skills. I thought she was destined to become nothing more than a historical ... Full Story »

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3.8
by Roland F. Hirsch - Nov. 2, 2008

This opinion piece has considerable journalistic merit. The author presents a viewpoint at odds with the newspaper's official position, and provides evidence and context for his viewpoint. The piece is well written and makes its points clearly.

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