You might think about following *her* a little more closely instead of articles about her.
I have got in more than a few heated arguments here agreeing with Palin on her statements and positions against others, but I notice that disagreeing with any of these specific narrative articles questionable premises really result in the long term grudges.
As far as her being a presidential candidate I will consider her after she announces, like I will any others. I have no reason to rule her out or select her before she selects herself.