428 DAYS...                                DEB HEISLER

I am what you might call a “late bloomer” when it comes to my awareness of, and admiration for, Sarah Palin.  My political consciousness was pretty much nonexistent until recently.  In fact, it wasn’t until our current president began running our nation into the ground, that I began to emerge from my state of oblivion.  Little by little, I felt a connection being forged as I found myself drawn to Sarah Palin both spiritually and personally.  Slowly I started to listen, to really hear the substance of what she was conveying.  It was far more than simply her magnetism; it gave me tangible hope that the downward spiral we were experiencing not only COULD be reversed - it WOULD be.

As my confidence in this incredible lady grew, I noticed something else.  The people who support her, whose loyalty and passion are fierce, have become more like family to me.  I find myself drawn to them as brothers and sisters with a common goal…to protect and help elect this uniquely amazing woman who we instinctively know we can entrust with our children’s future.

As we put our boots on the ground, one foot in front of the other, we form a massive body that is unswerving in our resolve.  Governor Palin, we back you 100% and declare, “GAME ON”!

P.S.  Kudos go out to my little sis - the one who not only schooled me on how to join the ranks as a Palinista, but who also loaned me her “running” shoes for this photo!

- DEB HEISLER

429 DAYS...                              BECCA HERZOG

“Don’t Retreat-Reload!”  

Hi, I’m Rebecca Herzog, 20, from Cincinnati, Ohio.  Majoring in Political Science at Wright State University, I have learned from one special woman a trait to take on through all endeavors;  don’t retreat, just reload!

Like most college students, I had reached a tough spot in my education career. As a Sophomore, I was bouncing back and forth between majors. Since a little girl I wanted to teach. Teaching turned into becoming a Sociologist. It wasn’t until 2008 when my true passion finally surfaced- Politics.

At my University, Sarah Palin announced her candidacy for Vice President. I wasn’t interested at all. “Going Rogue,” Palin’s first book, a best seller, was given to me as a gift and I tossed it to the side. It wasn’t until a few months later that I opened this book, read the preface, and instantly fell in love. I was beyond thrilled to find someone with identical beliefs of my own.

Sarah Palin has inspired me in a way to “go rogue.” I’m honored to say that two years later, I am a proud Tea Party Patriot, Youth For Palin Administrator, National Director of Tea Party Women Relations, National Co-Spokesperson for Tea Party Students, National Spokesperson for Students for Sarah Palin, A-Team International Coalition’s American Delegate, and Freedomism Media partial content provider.

The next step in my professional career is to attend Law school in Washington, D.C.. Between now and then, it is my goal to help Sarah Palin achieve that spot she so greatly deserves in the White House. As I’ve stated before, I’m going to hit the ground running (in my red leather heels, of course!) and do what it takes to acquire the change our beautiful country so deserves.

Becca Herzog
Age: 20
City & State: Mowrystown, Ohio
Occupation: Student 

430 DAYS...                      BRADFORD SCOTT ESSEX

Why should Sarah Palin be our next President of the United States? She is a woman who has strong moral courage. She's been under attack for 3 years and never let it get to her. She leads by example and has fun doing it. Plus it is she who people listen to, not Obama or any of those losers.  People say that supporting her is like how people supported Obama. Not true. We're not going to break out in songs about her.  Chant a stupid slogan over and over. We support her because of what we have read about her and are doing our homework. The great thing about her is she is real and one of us.

RUN SARAH RUN.

America needs your voice...

Bradford Scott Essex

36 yrs old

Tulsa Oklahoma

Occupation:  Cook

465 Days . . .                    Thomas

Like a marine, Sarah Palin runs toward the danger. Everyone needs to see the new Sarah Palin documentary The Undefeated. The movie is not just about Sarah Palin. The Undefeated is about you and its about me. The Undefeated is about America. The film speaks for itself. Sarah Palin's 20 years of executive experience speaks for itself. Our republic is obviously on the wrong path. Sarah Palin is qualified and uniquely positioned to take our nation back and get America on the right track again. Sarah Palin is a strong, experienced leader who will help restore the America we know and love both here at home and throughout the world.

Thomas

Hollywood, CA

44 years old

469 Days...             Sherri Myers McCann

Sarah Palin is my pick 
(and the only logical choice for informed human beings),
for president, because she is:

competent -- a winner -- prepared to lead -- a "born leader" -- ready for challenges -- able to get results -- a defender of what is right -- a "take charge" person -- a driving force -- a master in the art of communication -- a groundbreaker -- a management guru -- a challenger -- intelligent -- objective -- rational -- ambitious -- intuitive -- influential -- conscientious -- reliable -- Christian -- a mother -- a wife -- qualified -- admirable -- valuable -- fabulous -- logical -- factual -- a leader -- devoted -- respectable -- powerful -- pro-active -- in touch -- an advocate of good and right -- hard-working -- concerned -- modest -- skilled -- unrivaled -- a public servant -- concise -- balanced -- a decision-maker -- admired -- highly credentialed -- fair-minded -- sensitive -- straight forward -- innovative -- observant -- a teacher -- exciting -- a critical thinker -- proficient -- impactful -- worth following -- legitimate -- "transparent" -- understandable -- witty -- influential -- accomplished -- a planner -- honorable -- self-disciplined -- determined -- trustworthy -- ethical -- challenging -- creative -- an achiever -- committed -- a survivor -- loyal -- sincere -- forward-looking -- goal-oriented -- impactful -- a team-builder -- brave -- kind -- real -- observant -- driven -- a problem-solver -- a cheerleader -- articulate -- unique -- productive -- solution-oriented -- fiscally conservative -- pro-life -- consistent -- dependable -- courageous -- imaginative -- self-aware -- motivated -- analytical -- resourceful -- compassionate -- moral -- happy -- tireless -- realistic -- pragmatic -- charismatic -- fierce -- inspired/inspiring -- strategic -- meaningful -- masterful -- principled -- faithful -- dynamic -- fair -- down-to-earth -- focused -- a strong role-model -- transformational -- wired to perceive the unexpected -- able to identify emerging trends -- a change agent with a moral purpose -- a good example -- at the leading edge -- "normal" -- daring -- controlled in the pursuit of her goals -- not distracted -- steady -- gutsy -- culturally savvy -- not afraid to roll up her sleeves and get dirty -- a hunter -- a gun advocate -- constitutionally-oriented -- steadfast -- a fisherman -- proactive -- diligent -- remarkable -- tolerant -- reassuring -- credible -- strategic -- perceptive -- captivating -- charming -- reliable -- not a political game player -- formidable -- aware -- classy -- an investor of time, money and energy towards good -- powerful -- indispensible -- a hero -- thorough -- playing an important role in America's future -- is not going to settle for mediocrity -- not ruled by fear -- maintaining high standards -- grounded -- compelling -- making a difference -- shaping our destiny -- able to "rise to the occasion" -- transformational -- task and people oriented -- a threat to the "wrong side" -- keenly watched -- careful -- loyal -- fresh -- supported -- praise-worthy -- heard -- a risk-taker -- a contributor -- a pursuer of progress -- willing to accept responsibility -- in command -- influential -- rational -- an active participant -- comfortable in her position -- adept -- worthy of being followed -- spiritual -- powerful -- productive -- authentic -- earnest -- firm -- not self-absorbed --  not a progressive -- not a socialist -- not a communist -- not in need of a teleprompter, to speak -- not a golfer -- not arrogant -- not a liar -- "in it to win it" -- in other words, 

 

"PRACTICALLY PERFECT, IN EVERY WAY!" 

(like Mary Poppins)

ANY QUESTIONS?

485 Days...              Amanda Bartels

Name: Amanda Bartels
Age: 52
City: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Occupation: Copywriter
What first introduced me to Sarah Palin: Vice Presidential nomination speech

My name is Amanda Bartels and I’m an Australian. I can’t vote for Sarah Palin, nor can I donate to her cause, but I support her candidacy for President because her influence on world events and partnerships with America’s allies will shape the world to come, and the world my children will inherit. Just look at the damage done by the Obama Administration to the standing of the USA internationally, exemplified by the disaster wreaked by the anti-Israeli policies of the current White House.

As a proud, conservative Australian, I support Sarah Palin as a candidate for President. I admire her tremendous courage, her honesty, her sense of responsibility and duty, her unabashed patriotism, and her ferocious tenacity in holding on to her values and causes she fights for. As America’s President, Sarah Palin will rebuild ties to America’s allies that the Obama administration has damaged, such as Britain and Israel. Palin will strengthen America’s relationship with countries such as India, China and Australia, and forge new partnerships with these countries and others. Palin is a builder, not a destroyer. She believes in doing the best you can on every level, not settling for mediocrity, and not flirting with corruption.   She is fiercely anti-corrupt in a way we don’t normally see in a politician.

President Palin will be good for America, and good for the world. She is American, but she also belongs to everyone around the world who believes in self-reliance, responsibility and hard work. Her values resonate with people in every nation. That’s why my boots are on the ground too here in Oz, and why I am proud to tell my friends and other people I meet in my country, that I am a Palin supporter. 

494 Days...           Sarah Ashley

RUN ,  SARAH ,  RUN !

Name:  Sarah

Age:  5

Location:  Los Angeles, CA

Occupation:  Kindergarten student

 When I was 3 years old, I saw Sarah Palin's book on the table beside my mom's bed and said, "We have the same name."

Why Sarah Palin should be president:  

In April my mom took me to the Nixon Presidential Library and she bought me a placemat with all the presidents on it.  They were all men.  I asked my mother, "Can only men be Presidents?"  My mother said, "No.  Anyone can be President if they are qualified, men and women."  Sarah Palin has the same name as me.  I think it would be nice if she becomes the first woman president of the United States.     

495 Days...      Deb Singer 

Deb Singer here: world traveler, past corporate administrator & high school educator now a lady of leisure living in north central Florida. Oh, ex-Democrat and budding conservative grassroots activist.

Back in 2007, Hillary Clinton talked about government confiscating profits from "greedy" oil companies.  Maxine Waters later threatened to socialize them. From their early statements, I recognized that the Democrat party had shifted to Progressive Marxist-based values.

Then in 2008, Sarah Palin, in a speech on energy, made it clear to me that seven presidents and 20 Congresses had failed to achieve a comprehensive energy program that would lead to energy independence.  Her suggestion that oil companies should compete to invest in new means of delivering their product to market made a whole lot more sense than turning their direction over to the government.

If there's one thing that will bring this beautiful, blessed, exceptional country back to prosperity and security, it's energy independence. I trust Sarah Palin's expertise, leadership qualities, and determination to get us there.

Now, about that 'budding conservative grassroots activist" statement above... 

Watching the Democrats, sycophant media, and the GOP participate in or stand idly by as Palin and her children were victims of a wilding no less vicious than gang rape in slow motion has angered and disgusted me as a fellow human being.  No wonder the spouses of other potential presidential aspirants said 'no way.' 

By their treatment of Palin, the left has shown us in vivid Technicolor the evil means they will use to bring this country to the ends of tyranny.  But by God's grace, Sarah Palin has withstood their hatred and emerged stronger, wiser, battle-tested and capable of taking on the fight for the soul of America.

My boots are old and worn but they can be filled with new energy should Sarah choose to run.  Run, Sarah, run!

496 Days. Patti Hutchens + Valerie Martinez

I'm Patti Hutchens, age 57, the smaller shoes belong to my granddaughter, Valerie Martinez age 4, she is my world & the result of my daughter's teen pregnancy. We live in Los Angeles. We are a family of mostly women, working hard, trying to make our way. I am a former life long Dem & recovering liberal, conservatism is new to me & it is Sarah Palin's natural common sense that got my attention along with her incredible strength and self assurance. The future of America belongs to my daughters and their offspring. I want to leave them a country that is economically strong & safe. I want them to always be free & have the chance to fulfill their dreams. I believe Sarah Palin is the only one to set America back on the right track and be a role model for my Valerie throughout her childhood. Sarah Palin's strength inspires me to try every day to be a better woman, to keep going no matter how hard life appears to be. She is my candidate for 2012, my President.

497 Days...  Elizabeth Hawkes

 

Elizabeth Hawkes

  Youth for Palin Founder

  Youth for Palin Facebook

 www.mamagrizzlyscubs.com

 Twitter @YouthForPalin

My name is Elizabeth Hawkes and I am a forty-nine year old retired civil engineer and married, born again, Christian woman. I presently reside in Port Saint Lucie, Florida with my handsome husband, Gregory. Sarah Palin has stolen my patriotic heart because we both share a love for country and downhome American values and I am pleased to write this essay as a tribute to the next and first female American president.

Sarah Palin was thrust onto the world's stage as America's foremost political newcomer in 2008 and despite an ever present glaring spotlight seemingly cutting to the marrow for both her public persona and private affairs, I was drawn to her by simply listening to the truth her words conveyed. She spoke of reducing the size of government, the pride in her country and of fidelity to America's continued fight for freedom and liberty. Now, more than two years later, Sarah Palin continues the fight by speaking out against government mandated health care, abortion on demand, gun control that would strip us of our Second Amendment Bill of Rights, and out of control spending in Washington. For me, Sarah Palin embodies strength of character, grace under pressure and dignity that has elevated her above her accusers; only tarnishing themselves in their relentless attempts to malign her professional record and personal integrity. Despite what some in the main stream media would have us believe, Sarah Palin is a Godly, honest woman only interested in reducing Big Government and restoring our country to the principles on which our great nation was founded. 

I believe Sarah Palin should run for President of the United States because she is the only real candidate that both the Tea Party and independent conservative patriots can wholeheartedly support for the 2012 election thus avoiding the uncomfortable and unjustly compromising position of having to support, without recourse, a second choice and less viable GOP establishment liberal. Sarah Palin possesses not only experience and an untarnished background but, as a legislator, has earned the trust of her constituents in Alaska and all constitutional social conservatives across our great land. Sarah Palin is truly the people's choice and the only candidate who possesses the qualifications and knowledge to beat an incumbent democrat president.

God bless Sarah Palin & The United States Of America.

498 Days... Madeleine McAulay

  

Madeleine McAulay - 15 Years Old 
From Huntersville, North Carolina 
Youth for Palin Co-Founder
Dedicated Palin Supporter
Straight A High School Student 

September 3, 2008. That was the day. That day was the day that changed my life. 12 years old, a young mind, and a heart wide open, I sat and I watched the Vice Presidential hopeful, Sarah Palin give a compelling, heartfelt, and passionate speech. As I watched my heart, spirit, and soul were completely engulfed. I had never experienced anything like it. Typically a 12 year old would not be compelled to watch an hour long speech, I was no different, but this woman, this mom, she was unlike anyone I had ever encountered before, I sat and I watched the entirety of the speech holding on to every word the Alaskan Governor, Sarah Palin said. 

Why Sarah Palin? Why not Sarah Palin? Sarah Palin is not just your everyday politician. She is a wife, a mom. She is a mother who got involved in her local community because she saw corruption. She saw dirty crooked politicians and she was determined to change it. She did not want to change it for selfish gain. She wanted to change it for the sake of her Children, her children’s futures. Starting with the School Board, to Mayor, to Governor, to Vice Presidential Candidate, Sarah Palin busted through doors as a storm. She was a whirlwind of passion, dedication, and love for her God, her Family, and her Country. What is next in store for Sarah Palin? Can you say, "Madame President"? 

“The Boots were made for Walking and that’s just what they will do, Obama, in 2012 Sarah Palin is going to walk ALL over you!” (I thought it was fitting)

In one ear I have the Palin haters telling me she won’t run and that she is unelectable. But then I have the FACTS coming in the other. The facts that tell me Sarah Palin is a True American; she is an American willing to do anything in sacrifice for our Great Country. She is a Mama Grizzly ready to attack when someone tries to ruin the Fundamental Values of our country, which is exactly what is going on. She is the only Republican Candidate willing to do what is right no matter the party affiliation. She is the only Republican Candidate willing to challenge the Current Administration without fear of being criticized by the Lame Stream Media. She is the only Republican Candidate willing to take on the GOP when she sees corruption. Quite frankly she is the only Republican Candidate I trust, she is the only one willing to get her hands dirty, for the mission of saving our country and restoring it to its former greatness.

Sarah Palin is the change I can believe in, the leader I can believe in. And I am 100% positive she can conquer and defeat the Current Administration in 2012.

--Madeleine McAulay

499 Days... Austin Harris

Austin Harris 15. Moulton, Iowa

My name is Austin Harris, I am a 15 year old high school student and live in a nostalgic middle American town of 600 in Southern Iowa. It was the recent turbulent 2008 elections that sparked my deep interest in politics but, I must admit, that my support of another candidate led me to lose interest in the election soon after John McCain secured the nomination. I remained disinterested in politics until Governor Sarah Palin was announced as the vice presidential nominee.

I remember the day well. It was Friday, August 29 and it began like any ordinary school day but, to my astonishment, soon proved otherwise. I was sitting in my 7th grade history class when my very liberal teacher turned from his computer and the USA Today website and announced that the first woman had been nominated for Vice President in the Republican Party. I didn't know what this meant or how important it was but later that day, I went home and watched Fox News broadcast Governor Palin saying, “I will be honored to serve next to the next president of the United States” to an enthusiastic and high energy crowd. I was so surprised by what I saw that I immediately googled Sarah Palin and discovered that she had an extraordinary record as Governor of Alaska and I must say I was impressed.

Even though Sarah Palin only served two of her years as Governor, she accomplished so much and that is why I support her. She dismantled the corruption in both the Democrat and Republican Parties and even turned in her own chairman of the Republican Party. During her first year as Governor, she reduced spending by 85% in her state budget and forced the oil companies to start drilling in Northern Alaska. She was also instrumental in the manufacture of an oil pipe that would go through Canada and into the Midwest, an achievement that no other governor has matched. While in office, Governor Sarah Palin drove herself to work, got rid of the Governor’s Mansion chef and the fancy private jet and, opted instead, to live in a nice 2-story house by a lake with neighbors even though she could be living in an extravagant home.

The reason why I support Sarah Palin so much is because she is so selfless. It is just not politics; it is a personal bond that people have with her. When she gave up her Governor's position so that the people of Alaska didn’t have to pay for her to fight the lawsuits that was when I knew she had a character that most politicians don’t have. I watched her electrifying speech at the 2008 RNC Convention. During that speech I knew that my calling had to be something in politics. She inspired me to be involved in politics and I have made great accomplishment so far in life. I am one of the administrators of Youth for Palin Facebook and website and I am the Iowa Youth for Palin Coordinator. I am also involved in my county’s central committee meetings. I hope someday to be working in politics and when I am I can say, “Thank you Alaska Governor Sarah Palin.”

500 Days... Lori Brenneman

My Sarah story:

My name is Lori Brenneman, age...well, I'd prefer not to say hehe :).  I live in Western New York.  My occupation is artist.  Sarah Palin came into my life on a sunny spring morning in 2008.  I was sitting at my computer, reading online newspapers and preparing for my day.  An article captured my attention.  The Governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin, and her husband, Todd, had just welcomed a beautiful new baby boy into their family.  There was a photo of Gov. Palin in her office, cradling Trig in her arms, only days after his birth.  The article related that he had been born with Down Syndrome.  Immediately, Gov. Palin's strength and courage washed over me like a wave.  Previously, I had known of her election as Alaska's Governor and also of a number of her triumphs in that office.  As a Mama Grizzly myself, though, her experience with Trig moved me.  It connected me to Gov. Palin as a person.  From that day on, as I learned more about her, her achievements, her background, and her family, I sensed that the world was going to hear much more from and about Sarah Palin.  My support did not wane when the election of 2008 was lost.  Instead, I saw it as a stepping stone on the path to greater things.  Since then, as I have watched Gov. Palin bravely and tenaciously fight for our country, my resolve to support this extraordinary human being has grown tremendously.  Each day of this journey is more exciting than the one before.  I am aboard the Bus to 2012, seated right behind our driver, and incredibly jazzed to be a part of the fundamental restoration of our nation! 

(500) DAYS OF SARAH // BOOTS ON THE GROUND!

Welcome to (500) Days of Sarah...

Organize4Palin California (O4PCA) is over flowing with creative volunteers who are ready, willing, and able to put their Boots on the Ground and help Governor Sarah Palin put America back on the right track. O4PCA Volunteer and Los Angeles photographer, Val Patterson has conceived a photo project to document the historical journey Sarah Palin is about to embark on. In the 500 days leading up to Election Day 2012 we will share 500 photographs, along with 500 personal stories of regular, hard-working, everyday American Patriots, & Palinistas across the country. This will be a snapshot into their lives and you will see what "Tea Party" Americans are all about. 


When it comes to Sarah Palin, what you see is what you get.  Same thing goes for her determined, enthusiastic, and incredibly loyal supporters across the country.  Please enjoy these photographs, read these stories, and leave a comment or two if you are so inclined.


We are currently taking photo/story submissions
Make yourself part of history. To get in on "500 Days of Sarah" simply throw on your favorite pair of boots on the ground, take a picture of yourself wearing them and e-mail the photo to us along with your Palin story.  Please include all of the following information and e-mail to: "val@500DaysOfSarah.com"

-  Name
-  Age
-  City & State
-  Occupation
-  What first introduced you to Sarah Palin?
-  Why do you think Sarah Palin should be our next President of the United States?

  *Please keep all submissions limited to 500 words or less*



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