Grampa McCain Has Senior Moment - Forgets Palin's Name

   AP - Pittsburgh

   In an awkward campaign moment, Republican presidential candidate, John McCain, forgot his running mate's name, stumbling through several attempts before an aide whispered in his ear the correct one.

   McCain was speaking to a crowd of party faithful gathered at Provost Park, where an estimated 4000 people were crowded around a small platform in the park's soccer field.

   "She's my favorite little running mate and your favorite future vice-president..." he said by way of introducing Sarah Palin, but then added, "Come on up here, Cindy." 

   The senator's wife, standing nearby, appeared uncertain if he meant for her to join him. And Gov. Palin merely smiled and waved to the crowd. 

   But McCain grew impatient, "Susie, come here!" he urged. Now, both Cindy McCain and Sarah Palin looked at each other not knowing who was being called to the platform.

   But the senator continued, "Sally, come here dammit, don't keep the American people waiting." He then chuckled, trying to show he was being a good sport about the confusion, saying to the crowd, "Women... can't live with 'em, can't kill 'em."

   Finally, a campaign aide rushed to the senator's side and whispered something in his ear. McCain visibly grimaced, then shrugged it off. He turned to Palin and covered the mic, but could be heard saying, "I'm talking to you, Palin, now get your apple ass up here and show your legs."

   The governor then took to the stage and the crowd went wild.