I've been following Harris since the 2000 election and since we are moving to her district, I have, for the last few years, paid even MORE attention to her. I've always liked what I saw, but lately, she is imploding and saying some very peculiar things.
It seems to be running parallel with other "Conservative" darlings like George Allen. This foot-in-mouthitis must be especially contagious during election years.
I suspect that she's trying to pander to what she feels is her base either through outright statements or "coded" statements. Either way, she's getting some bad advice.
On the other hand, she's really entertaining.