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That would be Bill Clinton, speaking out in defence of Sarah Palin, as well as her daughter Bristol and her son Trig, and against the horrific treatment that the Palin family have received in the media and from many others on the Left.

Bill Clinton said Monday he understands why Sarah Palin is popular in the heartland: because people relate to her.

“I come from Arkansas, I get why she’s hot out there,” Clinton said. “Why she’s doing well.”

Speaking to reporters before his Clinton Global Initiative meeting, the former president described Palin’s appeal by adding, “People look at her, and they say, ‘All those kids. Something that happens in everybody’s family. I’m glad she loves her daughter and she’s not ashamed of her. Glad that girl’s going around with her boyfriend. Glad they’re going to get married.’”

Clinton said voters would think, “I like that little Down syndrome kid. One of them lives down the street. They’re wonderful children. They’re wonderful people. And I like the idea that this guy does those long-distance races. Stayed in the race for 500 miles with a broken arm. My kind of guy.”

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“I get this,” Clinton said. “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?”

You know, I wasn’t a fan of the guy when he was in office, but more and more I find that, with noted exceptions, he’s actually got a decent head on those shoulders. And when he comes out and says something like this, it’s hard to find him disagreeable.

Now, if only his fellow Democrats could be convinced to pay him some heed on this issue.

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