Right, Neil.   The way the primary system is now set up, she's in the catbird seat for that.

Then the question really becomes if the economy has substantially recovered by 2011-2012. And statistics won't be the determining factor.   Crucial issue will be if people in general feel better about their own economic positions---not what figures get quoted at them.

If they don't feel good, then Sarah, the master of articulating anger and resentment, stands an alarmingly good chance of being the first female US president. Particularly since (non-liberal) women may feel it is in fact time for that step.   It will be very interesting to see how many who say they supported Hillary will now line up behind Sarah.

It's a bit discouraging how many Mudcatters seem to rely on wishful thinking--and seem to specialize in underestimating their opponents.

Wishful thinking has won amazingly few elections.

It's time for some Mudcatters to wake up.