Is THAT what you call scholarly, Jamie?įurthermore, this standard wasn't essential in 2004 when Curtis supported John Kerry for president. That put Biden in the whopping eleventh percentile, meaning that 89 percent of his class did better. So, because Curtis couldn't hold her own in a debate with Obama or Biden, that means Palin can't either? What led Jamie Lee to such a conclusion?Īs for the importance of leaders being at the top of their class, why doesn't Curtis apply this same requirement for the candidates she actually supports?Īs my colleague Tom Blumer referenced in his piece about editing of Joe Biden's Wikipedia page shortly after he was announced as Obama's running mate, the Delaware Senator actually ranked 76th in his law school class out of a total of 85! I want a leader who is a scholar who can hold the history of civilization in his head and will read and learn from the past as he charts the future.įascinating. When the call comes at 3AM I want a mind who was at the top of their class, who has gravitas and a real intellect. I couldn't hold my own for one minute in a debate on any issue with someone like a Barack Obama or Joseph Biden and neither can Sarah Palin. The problem is I may be relatable and share some of your experiences and concerns but you don't want me as president of United States.
People tell me all the time that the More magazine article where I showed what my real body looked like in comparison to the air brushed images most women are fed, was important and made me relatable.
When I am at school I find myself grouping with others whose kids share the same issues, interests. I am a recovering addict alcoholic and finding another group that relates to my struggles is/was key to my sobriety. There are many places where relatability is key. The scariest thing I hear about the Palin nomination was that she would appeal to voters because they would be able to relate to her and she to them.