The "vulgarization" of American politics

Here are some supporting points:

Peggy Noonan is too through with Gov. Palin:

In the end the Palin candidacy is a symptom and expression of a new vulgarization in American politics. It's no good, not for conservatism and not for the country. And yes, it is a mark against John McCain, against his judgment and idealism.

Hate mongering is anti-American.