McCain calls his own judgement into question.
Former Clinton political operative Paul Begala articulates a pointed critique and points out a serious problem with the Palin pick:
For a man who is 72 years old and has had four bouts with cancer to have chosen someone so completely unqualified to become president is shockingly irresponsible. Suddenly, McCain’s age and health become central issues in the campaign, as does his judgment.
This is not just spin and political posturing. This raises real issues. Begala concludes:
For months, the McCainiacs have said they will run on his judgment and experience. In his first presidential decision, John McCain has shown he is willing to endanger his country, potentially leaving it in the hands of someone who simply has no business being a heartbeat away from the most powerful, complicated, difficult job in human history.
Well said.