According to several news sources, Todd and Sarah Palin have purchased a new home in Scottsdale, Arizona. The 4.4 acre walled compound sold for $1,695,000 and comes complete with a home theater room, a lavish backyard replete with an elaborate swimming pool, and a walk-in wine storage area, among other features. Not bad for a couple who probably couldn't have afforded digs like this prior to her bid for Vice-President. It seems they're "moving on up" in the world.
One might question why they chose Arizona. Various media outlets speculate that Palin will launch her campaign for President from here, giving her easier access to Republican movers and shakers. Since I'm not on Palin's list of BFF's, I have no idea whether she actually wants to run for President or just wants to keep her face in front of the cameras. I shudder at the image of Palin at a G8 conference with the likes of Angela Merkel. Despite her attempt to convince us that she reads prolifically, I have doubts. Game Change gave several accounts of her total lack of geopolitical savvy and her refusal to study the information on index cards intended to bring her up to speed. Who can forget the interview with Katie Couric when Palin couldn't articulate what she read on a regular basis? She's adept at folksy saying like, "How's that workin' for ya" though.
Several stories postulated that the chose Arizona because Bristol Plain just plunked down $172,000 cash for a home that sold for $329,960 five years ago. I guess Dancing with the Stars must have been a lucrative experience. Amazing, when we consider that prior to that gig, she had little experience in the work world and no advanced education. Television exposure has done wonders for the entire family.
But, hey, this is America, land of opportunity. I can certainly give Palin Kudos for knowing how to work the system. She has a knack for gaining maximun exposure for anything that she does. I, for one, keep thinking, "Where's the beef?" More substance and less form, please.
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