Sarah Palin also embraced the rally, speaking, she said, as simply the mother of a member of the military. Although the rally was billed as being non-political, Palin’s comments included some political hints.

“It is so humbling to get to be here today with you patriots, you who are motivated and engaged and concerned, knowing to never retreat," she told the crowd. "I must assume that you too know that, no we must not fundamentally transform America as some would want. We must restore America and restore her honor.”