Bill Clinton says he understands why Sarah Palin is popular. And furthermore, he refuses to be insanely angry, as others have been, over her being on the Republican ticket: “I get this, my view is … why say, ever, anything bad about a person? Why don’t we like them and celebrate them and be happy for her elevation to the ticket? And just say that she was a good choice for him and we disagree with them?”

I didn't think I'd ever say this, but thanks, Bill, for saying what needed to be said.

Comments

[Angelise]

Hear. Hear!

[Chris Clukey]

I agree that this is just another in a series of classy moments the former President has had in the past few days. And I'm not just saying that because I agree with him.

[labrialumn]

I don't know what's up with him, but I am impressed by that, and other recent similar statements.

[Diane Singer]

I agree. A moment of civility and grace in this year's election noise is welcome indeed.

[Jason Taylor]

It is nice that some people can be sporting again.