You underestimate Palin. She was a very successful Governor (85% approval), so she has plenty of Executive skills.
Granted, the media have thrown everything they have at her & she would be a distraction in whatever role. However much fun it would be trolling the opposition; Palin merits a more substantive role.
I agree with you both and I would love to see Palin in the administration. She was the only bright spot in 2008.
unfortunately she attracts the circus wherever she goes so i feel it’s safer to keep her out of the real spotlight as much as possible.