I read the article. Accusations, without evidence, are not proof, unless, of course, you subscribe to the Dan Rather theory of journalism -- i.e. it's the "seriousness of the charge," rather than the evidence, that's important.
I really think you should drop the pretense of being a Palin supporter.
I was likely a Palin supporter far before you were.
So why not file a FOIA-type request and see the same thing that the newspaper is reporting. If it’s made up, you can sting them. Somehow, though, I think the messages are real.