Yaelle, she's not being "coy". The timing of her announcement is a strategic decision - not something she'll allow to be driven by the press, or even her supporters. If she's going to win this thing, she's got to manage every detail of her campaign, including the timing. She's going to make her move when it's most advantageous to her - not when it's most popular to do so.
You are completely right about that Windflier......none operates the political field as palin does she is a true leader....never a follower.