For example, Palin commented on the Arizona shootings as did virtually every other politician and person in public life in North America. Unlike most other commentators, she immediately became a focus of the story. Here's an article by Pat Buchanan defending her comments and another in which Assistant Democratic House leader Rep. Clyburn criticizes her statements - these are only two of many on both sides, about her.
The important question is "Will nonstop free media be a blessing or a curse for Sarah Palin?" Time will tell; to date her negatives remain high. On the other hand, almost every American knows her name, her face, her family, and where she stands. Imagine how much a Pawlenty or a Daniels would have to spend to create the same awareness.
