With the election only 9 days away, presidential nominees Barack Obama and John McCain and vice-presidential nominees Sarah Palin and Joe Biden have battled for an assortment of endorsements across the United States.

And though it’s typical for the nominees to win over a majority of the major endorsement titles from their own states, Palin’s home state newspaper – The Anchorage Daily News – has decided to endorse Obama instead.

The newspaper, which is the largest in the state, said on Sunday that Obama “brings far more promise to the office. In a time of grave economic crisis, he displays thoughtful analysis, enlists wise council and operates with a cool, steady hand.”

The Daily News went on to note Obama has a firmer grasp on the economic meltdown, and that with the Hawaiian-born Senator in office, the chances of turning around the failing economy are more promising.

And though the paper did acknowledge Palin’s success as the governor of Alaska, they feel few would argue with the fact that the fun-loving hockey mom is not ready to step into the political arena.

But the ultimate decision to endorse Obama was not made based solely on Palin’s incompetency to deal with the presidential seat, according to the paper. Instead, The Daily News said McCain’s inability to handle questions centered around the economic downturn influenced their decision.

“Gov. Palin’s nomination clearly alters the landscape for Alaskans as we survey this race for the presidency — but it does not overwhelm all other judgment,” the paper said. “The election, after all is said and done, is not about Sarah Palin, and our sober view is that her running mate, Sen. John McCain, is the wrong choice for president at this critical time for our nation.”

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