I've never been a fan of Palin, I was listening to some show where they were saying in effect, she may well have helped McCain lose votes in that election.
But that said, she's been ruthlessly attacked by the left, Bill Maher and others, David Letterman anyone? We know the press will come down on her and if it was a Democrat, they may well leave her alone.
I wouldn't engage in being so critical that almost seems like a blood sport.