Uh, it's a primary, actually pre-primary. And as always, the fanclubs of the particular candidates will act as if everyone else in the field is a moron while their fave is the cat's meow (and in Palin's case a lovable combination of Reagan/Thatcher/Patton/Joan of Arc/Machiavelli/Jefferson). She's thinking of running, then she's fair game to scrutinize.
I am a voter, not a worshipper. As such, I am looking at everyone and eliminating those who disgust me, like gingrich, eliminating the good ol’ boys like barbour, and mr. healthcare hisself, mitt the romulan. Sarah might not run and I am not going to be blindsided by rinos and buffoons. After I know who is actually going to run, if there is any other candidate that is as trustworthy as what I think Sarah is, who can command ny respect as Sarah does, then I will vote accordingly.