Sure, the economy seems to be the central issue of the election. But there is no question that elections are also decided on how many of your supporters show up at the polls versus how many of your opponent's supporters do. And John McCain's selection of Sarah Palin to be his running mate means that more of his supporters are going to show up on November 4 than many originally thought. At least that's the feeling you get when you read stories like this, and hear Rush Limbaugh swoon like he's never swooned before.
Matthew Continetti
It's the Enthusiasm, Stupid
Sure, the economy seems to be the central issue of the election. But there is no question that elections are also decided on how many of your supporters show up at the polls versus how many of your opponent's supporters do. And John McCain's selection of Sarah Palin to be his running mate means…
Matthew Continetti · August 31, 2008
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