Palin Drags Down Republican Ticket

"Sarah Palin has become a drag on the Republican presidential ticket, the first time in recent political history that a running mate has made such a difference. Among many independents and moderate Republicans, she's raised serious questions about John McCain's judgment, become too much of a national punch line and reinforced concerns about McCain's age. 'Nice lady, no experience. It's so sad. She's a gigantic drag,' said Chris DePino, a Republican consultant based in New Haven, Conn." Palin drags down Republican ticket | MiamiHerald.com