The findings of the investigation aren't really that she is guilt free of breaking Alaskan statute, but, is indeed guilty of breaking the Ethics Laws governing her ELECTED position as Governor. The Public Safety Commissioner is NOT a political appointment as a cabinet officer would be.
There are definitive consequences to Palin's Ethics Violation. It raises the question, "Does Walter Monegan get his job back?"
It raises the question, "Is there impeachment of Palin that follows this investigation?"
It raises the question, "Is any action against Trooper Wooten considered 'null and void' due to the fact Walter Monegan was facing undue pressure from the Governor of Alaska?"
Basically, how much of the proceedings againt Wooten and Monegan is considered tainted and appealable due to the indiscretions of Palin?
Troopergate for Palin is not small issue. It points to abuse of power for personal satisfaction as a superior authority. If her actions are inappropriate it compromises her personally as well as The State of Alaska opening the possibilty of lawsuits by Wooten and Monegan.
How much has to be returned to these two men? Rank, status, retirement, benefits and possibly monetary considerations for pain and suffering. Due to the 'high profile' of this investigation, both Wooten and Monegan may no longer have viable career paths.
There was a lot of damage done by Alaskan Governor Palin. Who pays? The Alaskan Taxpayer?
