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Handicapping Palin pick

Thoughts about how John McCain's choice of running mate alters the dynamics of the campaign.
Thomas Schaller

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  • Friday, August 29, 2008 01:12 PM

    Desperation

    So much analysis, so much over thinking.

    This was a desperate pick from a desperate candidate.

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