The Palin quote is marijuana is "relatively speaking a minimal problem" compared to the other major issues facing this nation.Not that is "not a big deal" but there are much bigger things to get your panties in a twist.
She's right in that.
But don't worry about Palin bashing, her political career is over. She implicitly acknowledged that by taking on the role of a TV commentator.
Reagan had a radio and/or TV commentary show after he left the governorship in California and before becoming prez!