SarahPac

Paid for by SarahPAC
Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee 

www.SarahPAC.com

So reads the disclaimer on the entry page of Sarah Palin's new PAC web site.  I suppose this is true as a technicality:  Sarah Palin is not an official candidate for anything right now.  But this is a bit of a joke, isn't it?

Two points:

1. As a strictly partisan matter, could the Democrats ask for a better candidate to contrast against Obama, assuming he manages to get through his four years remaining as thoughtful and calm as he has to this point?  On the other hand, what does it say that she thinks she is viable among the Republican primary electorate?  Ouch.
2. This web site shows the horror of our political contribution laws.  Sarah Palin is not doing anything a million other potential candidates haven't done.  Completely legal and completely disingenuous.  I don't blame her.  But this silly facade that people have to put on is stupid.  I tend to think that the first amendment arguments against restricting political donations are pretty strong, but either we should loosen some of these laws or tighten them.  This is ridiculous.

Here's the text from the next page.  Not affiliated with a "candidate"?  Right.

Sarah Palin's Official PAC

Dedicated to building America's future, supporting fresh ideas and candidates who share our vision for reform and innovation.

• SarahPAC believes America's best days are ahead. Our country, founded on conservative principles and the fight for freedom, must confront the challenges of the 21st century with integrity, innovation, and determination.
• SarahPAC believes energy independence is a cornerstone of the economic security and progress that every American family wants and deserves.
• SarahPAC believes the Republican Party is at the threshold of an historic renaissance that will build a better future for all. Health care, education, and reform of government are among our key goals. Join us today!