Palin's m.o.

Here's what makes Palin dangerous and not just a joke: yesterday she criticized Obama for not appreciating the sacrifices made by our troops. I can't recall a president who has demonstrated more concern for the welfare of our troops and families! He shows up when caskets arrive, he goes unannounced to cemeteries to be with those who grieve, he goes to military bases to talk and thank the troops. He is far, far more visible in his support than Bush, Clinton, any president in recent memory ever was. Heartfelt support, not photo ops.

So Palin tells a blatant lie but by presenting it nonchalantly as truth probably convinces those who haven't been paying attention, when in fact the direct opposite is true. This makes her dangerous.

But maybe not. Deepak Chopra thinks not.

Fear of Palin is ill-advised on two counts. First, fear is what the shadow wants. Without it, the shadow has no power. Second, the left needs to learn how to win graciously. The current upheaval in American society, which has been an enormous threat on many fronts, called forth a president and a constituency that knows how to handle crisis. The voices of sanity are prevailing. The solutions that have emerged on all fronts -- economic, social, and international -- represent the best in the American character.

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Actually I hope he's right.