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What the hell does managing a small town and a small state (in population) have to do with the qualification for national office that requires an understanding and experience in national and international affairs?

You and the rest of the Republicans make such a big deal about managing with executive experience but that doesn't mean a thing when you don't understand national or international issues and have no experience in those feilds. Prime example: George W. Bush.

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First: executive does not equate to THE Executive. Her experience in Alaska compared to government of the US is like running a 100-person company vs running a million-person one. Meanwhile Biden has been a member of the million-person company, and has worked with and directly for the executive thereof. I'd expect he'd know a little more about it.

Secondly: If Joe is tainted by Washington's 20 years, the Sarah must also be considered tainted by Alaska's corruption. If you excuse her, then you should excuse him.

Third and finally (since your last point is the same as your first): You say Biden has never successfully managed, but many would argue that neither has Palin. Her mayorship of Wasilla resulted in debt where none existed before. Her governorship of Alaska is plagued with scandal. Sure, she's been a manager, but has she successfully managed? Don't confuse them as being the same thing.

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