Neither did hummblegunner.
He/she should be #1
It's considered good form to ping someone when you mention them.
I don't hate Palin but neither will I cheerlead for her.
Should she (doubtfully) decide to run and is nominated I would vote for her.
And you, my behind-the-back slandering friend, may kiss my pale Scots ass.
I guess the folks you mentioned are not as important as they think they are.