"(edit conflict) Well, if a reliable source (preferably multiple reliable sources) connect the idea that Palin's political position on creationism in education is ""mainstream"", then I have no problem at all with that addition provided that we accurately reflect what the sources say. I leave my political positions at the door. I *do* have a serious problem, however, with original synthesis being introduced to an article. Obviously, that applies to all articles not just this one. FWIW,    
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