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You say he’s been “brittle and defensive.” How about “he’s been quite effective at defending himself,” instead?

How about this:

Second, the quickness with which Huckabee conflates criticism of his record and his policy statements with antipathy towards evangelicals is telling. Although Huckabee exudes charm and humility, I've heard Arkansas Republicans complain of his thin skin and vindictiveness. His statement on the Today program tends to confirm that assessment.

http://www.powerlineblog.com/archives2/2007/12/019321.php

Here's a detailed analysis with supporting documentation regarding Huck's vindictiveness. The author holds:

Reporters recall Huckabee as combative, even malicious, in response to critical coverage. He was known to attack reporters, fire off scathing e-mails to newsrooms, and complain to editors about probing questions. "I was just astounded at how vindictive he was," says Joan Duffy, who covered Huckabee for The Commercial Appeal of Memphis in the '90s. "He took it all so personally. . . . You're either with him, or you're a mortal enemy."

http://www.tnr.com/politics/story.html?id=0f9a4c7e-8215-47ca-8847-4beeaf747b8e

And finally, here's an analysis of the Huckster's ethical lapses:

http://www.opinionjournal.com/columnists/kstrasselpw/?id=110011021

The MSM is laying off Huck now hoping Republicans are stupid enough to nominate him. If we do, Huck will be shredded to ribbons instantly. It is ignorant and foolish in the extreme to think otherwise.