It’s widely thought – and bemoaned that Sarah Palin’s fans "radically altered" the results of the show by boosting Bristol Palin aloft. If true, it seems doubtful that the surge in votes correspond to the number of dance enthusiasts within the Tea Party, and they are making a political statement of support for Mama Grizzly. If there’s any reason to pay attention to this tango in a teapot, it’s to bear in
mind the power of the vote in the hands of a motivated – if misdirected group.