McCain and Palin wish to ignore the past eight years of GOP rule and their complete ineptness. Is that the correct thing to do? Should the GOP be rewarded with another presidency based upon how well the GOP has led over the past eight years?

Yes, it's the correct approach, no, they shouldn't get away with it.

been part of the government for the last 8 years. Well Obama only 143 days. Since congresses approval rating is around 10%, looks to me like 3 out of 4 are part of the problem.