Don't let the door hitcha on the way out ;-

And first, some straight talk for some, just some in the media because another right protected for all of us is freedom of the press, and you all have such important jobs reporting facts and informing the electorate, and exerting power to influence. You represent what could and should be a respected honest profession that could and should be the cornerstone of our democracy. Democracy depends on you, and that is why, that’s why our troops are willing to die for you. So, how ’bout in honor of the American soldier, ya quit makin’ things up.

from Governor Palin's resignation speech, transcribed by The Mudflats

"Patriotism is the last refuge of the scoundrel." What does criticism of Palin have to do with soldiers? Nothing, other than that Palin would like to cloak herself in their sacrifice.