I think there's much ado about nothing, in regards to the Tea Partiers. I don't think they will win so much to control anything, BUT it does show the discontent with the two parties, as they are now. Ross Perot did that a few elections ago, and got Bill Clinton elected, if you remember.

As far as Palin is concerned, I think it comical to watch the Demoraps squirm in their boots over her. Finally a woman runs(whether it be her mouth, or for office), and all the 'libs' who've been pushing for a woman, get her! She certainly has more appeal, than Hillary, who in my opinion is as crooked, and corrupt as they come, while Palin comes off in a different light. Palin is more of a 'pep talker', sort of the 'Glee Club' for the 'right', while Hillary is just the 'token bitch' for the 'left'. Of the two, ..hmmm....jeez, have to think about that one......
Can't we vote for, "None of the above?"
......Hmm...still thinking.......
...I guess it would come down to a matter of 'trust'.....
....hmmm....still thinking........................

GfS