It is biologically impossible for a human being living in the U.S. for the past three years to not have a strong opinion about Sarah Palin. And that’s why her split-second reaction to a woman who identifies herself as a teacher in a viral video has caused such a hubbub on the Internets that the former governor has taken to her Facebook page in defense. (I’d imagine August summer doldroms and Palin’s affinity for the spotlight are partially to blame as well.)
The video takes place in Homer, Alaska, where Palin was shooting an episode of her upcoming reality show for TLC when she ran into a woman standing in front of a banner that says “Worst Governor Ever.” Overall, Palin handles the incident pretty well. Her initial reaction is to use a bit of humor: When the woman says she is upset that the former governor resigned to go off and be a celebrity “when cash was waved in front of your face,” Palin jokes, “Oh, you wanted me to be your governor! I’m honored!” Palin never really answers the woman’s question about how her post-gubernatorial career has helped achieve any of the ideals she espouses on television, but most people would have to agree she comes off as largely respectful. Largely, that is, save for this one itty-bitty moment. READ FULL STORY »
