WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 (UPI) -- The surprise pick of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as John McCain's running mate in his quest for the U.S. presidency drew praise from the Democratic ticket.
"We send our congratulations to Governor Palin and her family on her designation as the Republican nominee for vice president," Barack Obama and Joe Biden said in a joint statement, Fox News reported. "Her selection is yet another encouraging sign that all barriers are falling in our politics ... ."