A bit of clarification.   I believe that in both the cases of the Downs Syndrome child and the pregnancy of the 17-year-old, Palin's attitudes have been instrumental in creating the serious problems the family faces. She is in fact a dangerous role model--especially since most families will not have the $200,000- plus income Palin's family has--which eases the way somewhat.

But according to the lights of her own faith, she has made the right choices. I totally disagree--but I respect her for following her own principles.

Also, re: changing her mind on the "Bridge to Nowhere"--no politician is pure on this one (telling your constituents one thing, then telling another audience another.)