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A scary Halloween with Sarah Palin

In central Pennsylvania, the Republican base is afraid of Obama, and lost in fever dreams of a neo-Soviet nightmare. But it's all in God's hands.

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  • Saturday, November 1, 2008 04:30 PM

    One Thing That Heartens Me

    I have not heard or read any reports that say Obama is having to spend money to hold onto states or defend areas where he's favored. In fact, he's spending cash in places like the ones described in the piece - hardcore conservative places that went for Bush.

    Of course, this will all be sorted out next week. But it's nice to know this Socialism nonsense doesn't seem to be spreading beyond those who are already inclined to believe it.

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