Sarah Palin’s 17 year old daughter is five months pregnant. My initial reaction is that it’s unfortunate. I’m sure that wasn’t what her parents wanted for her. As a very new parent there are definitely things I want for my son, but I know I won’t always be able to control him. Will he make mistakes? Most certainly, and hopefully Bristol Palin considers what she did a mistake.
That being said, does that make Sarah Palin a bad parent? I wouldn’t say it does. There are a lot of people in life that make mistakes, including people that read this blog. They’re not perfect, and neither are people running for office. I think it’s great how their values are guiding what comes next. Many people would have already aborted the baby, but instead they will have a chance at life. Bristol Palin is engaged to the father, and hopefully they will have a successful and loving marriage.