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By John McCaslin

WHEN YOU'RE HOT

Just when we thought her star power was fading, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin is getting another boost, via Sarah Palin Radio.

The program, which launched Monday ("Sarah Palin Appreciation Day," coincidentally, as declared by the National Federation of Republican Women), is aired over the WS Radio network, the California-based world leader in Internet talk radio.

"This initiative is a medium for Governor Palin and her supporters across the country," explains LaDonna Hale Curzon, executive producer of the program. "The governor will have a very dedicated, built-in audience anytime she wishes to come on the air."

She notes that when Ronald Reagan lost his presidential bid to Gerald R. Ford in 1976, "he didn't ride into the sunset. He kept his name alive with a weekly radio show. I think Sarah Palin is the female equivalent of Ronald Reagan, so why not follow his footsteps?"

The hour-long show is broadcast live every week and can be heard by downloading from the Web site Sarah Palin Radio.

DOUG'S DEALS

Detroit would sell more cars and American buyers would get tax breaks under some tempting legislation proposed by Colorado Rep. Doug Lamborn, who has opposed financial bailouts for the failing U.S. automakers.

"Instead of writing them a check, my bill could help them move inventory," explains the Republican, whose bill would provide tax relief to Americans who purchase vehicles with final assembly in the United States.

Under the plan, the buyers would be eligible for a tax deduction of $10,000 with the purchase of a new U.S.-made automobile. The short-term stimulus would be made available for the balance of tax year 2008, 2009, and 2010.