I doubt many would honestly call these "side shows"....strategic moves more like it and they are certainly more than working for her.
Palins base remains steadfast supportive and take her moves as "serious" manuvers, as do the candidates who have declared. The only ones having their pants in knots are those who don't have a clear understanding of how and why she's operating as she does.... and overly anxious to have her do as THEY want her to do.....running or not it won't be known until Palin determines her time...not ours.
Thank you