First words out of Steve Terry's mouth this morning at the Douglas County First Friday Breakfast:
"Sarah Palin!"
Followed by a hearty mock cheer, that was repeated by just about every speaker.
People are not fools. They understand the humor, as well as the very real effect that Gov. Palin's nomination has had on this election. But they also understand that she's the Vice-Presidential nominee, not the Presidential nominee. Her nomination may turn out to be game-changing, and people have real affection for her, but are also capable of keeping things in perspective.
In the meantime, it was strange to be at one of these breakfasts where the majority of speakers were elected officials rather than candidates.