I don't think there is a 2012 strategy.  Hillary has no where to go to redeem herself.  She can't run for governor of NY b/c there is a Democratic incumbent and b/c the race is in 2010.  She won't be majority leader unless Harry Reid self destructs.  I don't see how she is going to be a better candidate in 2012.  

IMO, this is Hillary's last chance to become Prez and that is why she is attacking the nomination like a Terrier attacks a rat.