Palin "bridge to nowhere" line angers many Alaskans
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Source: Reuters
September 02, 2008
Palin said she had told Congress "'thanks but no thanks' on that bridge to nowhere." In the city Ketchikan, the planned site of the so-called "Bridge to Nowhere," political leaders of both parties said the claim was false and a betrayal of their commun
amf85
2 months ago
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It's a good point Trap, though I think this topic revolves more around Palin's conflicting statements than the bridge itself. However, if anything, your point makes Palin's new stance (agreeing that it was a bridge to nowhere and deciding to cancel) look like more of a pure political move.
trappergra
2 months ago
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Why is it that no one does any research on the "bridge to nowhere"? If they did they would learn that the bridge was to link the city of Ketchikan with it's airport on Gravina Island. The bridge was not just for the "few" residents of Gravina Island but for the entire community of the Ketchikan Borough. Fact: the bridge was to link the city to the airport.
amf85
2 months ago
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She can be popular overall while still being unpopular on particular issues.
dougmiller
2 months ago
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I'll say wow. I guess the "many Alaskans" Palin has angered explains her 80% approval rating. Maybe she just makes the correct decision when presented with all the facts. Why is it a problem that she will use the funds for a more appropriate project?
amf85
2 months ago
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Wow. Shes been a candidate for a few DAYS and she's already getting caught up in her own lies. That's fast even for a politician!