Yesterday, Palin apologized for the misunderstandings that arose by her use of the terms “pro-American areas” and “the real America” in her North Carolina speech this weekend, according to a CNN interview.
What exactly does pro-American mean? Does that mean that the other parts of the country are anti-American, or just neutral? If small, rural towns are examples of America at its finest, then are big cities America at its worst?
Or is “the real America” inclusive only of the parts that will vote for the McCain/Palin ticket, and the “fake America” is voting for Obama/Biden? And if the Democratic ticket wins, will they be leading a fake, anti-American America?
Does being a secessionist, and believing Alaska should be its own country make you anti-American? In that case, her husband should reevaluate his level of Americanness.
So, you can see why her comments have been problematic. I’m not sure many voters like to be referred to as anti-American just because they aren’t from a small town, aren’t in the military, don’t work in factories, or aren’t voting for McCain. Sure, it may have energized small town voters, but her comments pissed everyone else off.
To clarify, Palin MEANT that “the best of America isn’t confined to our nations capitol,” according to spokeswoman Tracey Schmitt. Palin didn’t mean to offend so many people with her real, pro-American comments.
Then again, a lot of offensive remarks are unintentional. Does this give her leeway? We’ll see in twelve days!
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