"Well, I'm not a member of the permanent political establishment, and I've learned quickly these last few days that if you're not a member in good standing of the Washington elite, then some in the media consider a candidate unqualified for that reason alone"

In this quote, Sarah Palin is expressing her disappointment with the political system and the media's understanding of her. She acknowledges that she is not a part of the recognized political elite and has just recently got in the spotlight. However, she thinks that this must not immediately disqualify her as a candidate. She feels that the media unfairly judges her based upon her absence of experience in the political world, instead of evaluating her credentials and ideas. Palin is highlighting the bias and exclusivity within the political establishment and media, and how it can impede the success of non-traditional prospects.