HBO’s ‘Game Change’ Goes Easy on Sarah Palin, John McCain in 2008 Saga

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It’s largely sympathetic to Sarah Palin and the preposterous 2008 Republican ticket. By Michelle Goldberg.

Published Mar. 9 2012 4:45AM EST

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If you’re a fan of Sarah Palin, or if you just haven’t followed the recriminations from John McCain staffers in the wake of the 2008 campaign, you will likely find Julianne Moore’s portrayal of her in the HBO

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HBO’s ‘Game Change’ Goes Easy on Sarah Palin, John McCain in 2008 Saga

It’s largely sympathetic to Sarah Palin and the preposterous 2008 Republican ticket. By Michelle Goldberg.

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HBO’s ‘Game Change’ Goes Easy on Sarah Palin, John McCain in 2008 Saga

It’s largely sympathetic to Sarah Palin and the preposterous 2008 Republican ticket. By Michelle Goldberg.

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