CNN reports that Sarah Palin is robo-calling in Virginia at the behest of Ralph Reed's Virginia Faith and Freedom Coalition.
Polls have shown Palin would have, if anything, a net negative on Republican Bob McDonnell's campaign*, and indeed, the campaign says it had no prior knowledge that Palin's automated voice would be popping up at the other end of the receiver.
The robocall:
“Virginia, hello, this is Sarah Palin calling to urge you to go to the polls Tuesday and vote for Sarah’s principles. The eyes of America will be on Virginia and make no mistake about it, every vote counts. So don’t take anything for granted, vote your values on Tuesday, and urge your friends and family to vote, too."
*If you remember, back in August, a poll found that 35% of Virginians said they'd be less likely to vote for McDonnell if Palin stumped for him. Only 26% said they'd be more likely to back McDonnell.
And while other 2012 prospects (e.g. Mitt, Rudy, Huck) have made appearances for McDonnell, Palin's been noticeably absent from Virginia.
UPDATE: McDonnell distances himself from the calls.
