Monday, November 15, 2010

Mitt's Massachusetts?

Given the record breaking success of Sarah Palin's new television series, I suspect other political figures may be exploring this option as well. Other than the serial ankle-biters on the left, 'Sarah Palin's Alaska' continues to earn rave reviews.

Katie Pavlich at Townhall.com
"When we think of reality show, we think trashy housewives and serial dating, but this is not your typical reality show. Instead, 'Sarah Palin's Alaska' is a unique look into faith, family, love, strong American values and the natural beauty Alaska has to offer... Overall, this is an opportunity for viewers to see Sarah Palin for who she really is personally, as a wife, mother and career woman, without the media spin machine distorting her image or the distraction of being surrounded by political hoopla. "

Tom Gliatto at People.com:
"The first hour of the show, at least, played out as a shrewd, beautifully produced political ad intended to link the one-time vice presidential candidate in the audience's minds with an image that is homegrown, rugged and strong. There's nothing unfair or even surprising about this.... Palin and husband Todd climb the base of Mount McKinley. It's impossible to watch this footage and not see it as a metaphor for Palin's own self-propelled rise in politics.
Shane Vander Hart at Caffeinated Thoughts
"I just finished watching the first part of the eight part new documentary on TLC called 'Sarah Palin’s Alaska'. I thoroughly enjoyed it. The scenery was fantastic... What I liked most about the show is that it shows the family uncut and unscripted... There didn’t seem to be any desire on the part of the Palins to put up a false image, but rather a desire to just be themselves... This show looks to provide an unprecedented transparent look into the life of a political figure which is something that I appreciate. I’m sure there will be naysayers who will point to the flaws, but most I believe will gain a new appreciation for Governor Palin, but more importantly, an appreciation for the state that she loves."
PoliPundit:
"If Teddy Roosevelt – the outdoorsman and naturalist, not the 'progressive' ideologue – were a woman, he’d be called Sarah Palin."

It's likely that presidential hopeful, Mitt Romney has taken notice. Perhaps he's wondering if he can get in on the action. I came across the following videos that the Romneys had made prior to the 2008 campaign. In the first clip, a very personable Ann Romney explains the purpose of the family gathering. Apparently, Mitt was seeking feedback on whether he should run for president. Even the dogs got face time, or as Ann put it, "they will have an opinion too." All in all, I rate it as 13 minutes of clean, wholesome fun. Mitt vigorously shoveling snow from the deck? Check. Family prayer before dinner? Check. Grand kids sliding down the stairs, head first, on a mattress? Seems a bit dangerous, but...check.



The next video is my favorite. Mitt showed absolutely no fear while sliding down that hill head first.


Could it be that the Romneys are currently planning the sequel?

17 comments:

phil said...

I've seen these videos before. What a great close knit family.

Doug NYC GOP said...

A little lame to have go so far back into the morgue again and "create" news story, rather than just put up a positive Palin post.

This reveals a latent and powerful inferiority complex towards all things Romney.

Right Wingnut said...

Doug, How is my post negative toward Romney?

Doug NYC GOP said...

LOL- You're a funny guy.

Anonymous said...

Romney didn't waste his time on Fox News 12 in 2012, he isn't going to waste his time on a reality series.

He is an Adult. We need one in Washington.

Anonymous said...

How about Barack Obama's Kenya. lol

Anonymous said...

Barack Obama's Chicago.
Episode 1: Barack introduces us to his pastor Rev Jeremiah Wright while viewers will sit in to hear his sermons and gospel of truths.
Episode 2: Barack introduces his favorite housing broker Tony Reszko on how to know and secure best deal in Chicago.
Episode 3: Barack introduces his best neighbor Bill Ayers on how to educate children to hate America while Ayer's wife will demonstate some bomb-making Chicago-style.
Episode 4: Barack introduces his language teacher Rahm Emmanuel on how to speak proper Chicago language.
Episode 5: Barack introduces his former Gov Rod Blagoyevich and explain why Brother Rod is such a great Governor that made him endorse him twice enthusaistically. Barack would say "Without my 2 endorsements, Brother Rod would not be elected. Chicago is where it is today because of me." Brother Rod will demonstate to viewers on how to auction Senate seats
Episode 6: Michelle Antoinette introduces her favotite Chicago children hospital and how to make good money from the hospital. "Let the children eat cakes !"
Episode 7: Barack introduces his Chicago watch-dogs - Jess Jackson Father and Sons puppies and teach Amercians on how to talk down to them.
Episode 8: Barack shows the best golf course i Chicago, Michelle Antoniette reveals the best restaurants for fine dining and wining in Chicago only for the rich and famous like the Obamas. Ordinary Chicagoans are not welcome. But Michelle will give away to 10 lucky callers 10 leftover bones and trash for them to smell and lick after the show.
Epsidoe 9: Barack will face his greatest challenge in Chicago, how to speak a proper sentence without a Teleprompter and without "uhm, uhm, uhm...". How long will Barack take to speak properly, will it be longer than 45min that Sarah did in mountain climbing? Will it be longer than the time Barack take before he started to do something in Gulf Oil Spill ? Will it take longer than the time he took for sending more troops to Afghhanistan? Stay tune for the cliifhanger as Barack the Stammerer conquer his Stammering fear!

Anonymous said...

By the way, stay tune to Barack's new upcoming blockbuster - Chicago By Heart: Reflections on Blackmailing, Bribery and Bullying.

Anonymous said...

Mitt is a worthless blue blood RINO and watching him ride his daddy's coat tails to the governor's seat would not be interesting at all. Give me Sarah Palins AK anyway over anything mitt the rino does.

Anonymous said...

"Doug, How is my post negative toward Romney?" Haha, RWN, don't you know that whatever you say is considered to be against Mr. Romney?


OHIO JOE

Doug NYC GOP said...

OJ - That's a good one coming from you. You above most others, can't read anything about Palin, without seeing negatives all over it.

Clearly RWN was having some fun with this post - I get that - I was just tweaking him back.

Get a sense of humnor.

Mike Zaloom said...

This reinforces my love for Ann Romney...what a babe!

Right Wingnut said...

Barack Obama's Chicago...

Episode 10: The art of the shakedown.

Episode 11: Voter intimidation 101.

Right Wingnut said...

That's right, Doug. This post was all in good fun...not an attempt to slam Romney. Just a little good natured ribbing. Some in your camp haven't figured that out.

Anonymous said...

"OJ - That's a good one coming from you. You above most others, can't read anything about Palin, without seeing negatives all over it." Gee, could it be because I have been around long enough to actually witness a lot of nasty anti-Palin trash. I realize that you did not start it Doug, but it is blindness to claim it is not so.

OHIO JOE

Vegas Mike said...

Why can't you Dems just admit. Romney has led a clean life, hard working, self made man. Good marriage, great boys that spent two years serving their church. So sorry they didn't join the military ( thousands of us went to college after high school in 1967), we didn't want to go to war, but wanted to get an education.
All this nonsense about mistreating his dog ( they loved their dog and dad took the time and energy to built a safe cage for their loving pet. Dogs love fresh air in the face, and besides no room in car with all those boys. The silliness about his gardners was not his fault. Head Gardner hired them and Mitt didn't question their residense. The list goes on and on, but come on USA this man is the best quality candidate we've ever had. Let's all get behind him and get Barry the heck out of the White House, and fill it with a family that can get us out of this mess. With all Mitts smarts and class, can't you imagine the great cabinet he will choose, and the real work he can accomplish in 8 years. WOW

Right Wingnut said...

Vegas Mike,

No Dems here that I know of. Noone mentioned the dog incident....