Folksy, normal, average, mediocre and "a mom" are now viwed as legitimate qualifications to be the leader of the free-world. But where else would these things ever be viewed as qualifications for even moderately important jobs.?
Heart Surgeon:
You: so Doc how did my heart get so bad?
Dr. Palin: Well who really knows, but I know we need to operate until the job is done and get your heart back on track and declare victory - golly-gee!!
You: I am fucked.