[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 44, Number 34 (Monday, September 1, 2008)]
[Pages 1163-1164]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the Selection of Governor Sarah Palin of Alaska as 
Republican Vice Presidential Candidate

August 29, 2008

    Today Senator McCain made an exciting decision in choosing Alaska 
Governor Sarah Palin to join him on his ticket as the Vice Presidential 
candidate. Governor Palin is a proven reformer who is a wise steward of 
taxpayer dollars and champion for accountability in government. Governor 
Palin's success is due to her dedication to principle and her roll-up-
your-sleeves work ethic and serves as a wonderful example of the spirit 
of America. By selecting a working mother with a track record of getting 
things done,

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Senator McCain has once again demonstrated his commitment to reforming 
Washington.
    I applaud Senator McCain for selecting Governor Palin. This decision 
is yet another example of why the American people can trust him to make 
wise decisions and to confidently lead this country.

Note: The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language 
version of this statement.