In Her Own Words: Why Gov. Palin Decided to Resign. What Do You Think?

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K2

The VICTORY is hers. She knows the law of the land and THE LAW OF THE LIVING GOD. Apparently, last entry this vessel submitted FOX didn't have enough FAITH to send forth to the people. SHALOM.... reexamining IS IN ORDER for all. Take Sarah's example from the beginning when she first came on THE SCENE... PBTG

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:33 PM Report 

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houdini5150

My family and I are for Palin and Romney in2012. give us liberty not more debt.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:29 PM Report 

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Jenney

She knows what her priorities are, she is not for wasting tax payers money defending herself on made up accusations. I respect her for it, she stands aside any power hungry person, she is for Country and hope she and her Family can go on, and hopefully we will have her as a leader in the near future.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:28 PM Report 

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AC/MN

She is a quiter
She bailed on Alaska
And the people who voted for her
Not good leadership
Period

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:28 PM Report 

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LynnMaz

What about all the Govs and Sen. that "QUIT" to take higher offices before their terms were finished? HMMMMMMMMMM you ever hear about that before, like this Prez in office now? She did something for her State and gets slammed, can't seem to win no matter what she does. To bad people don't use the brains given to them.
You can be a tax cheat, drug user, and stalker oh yeah and not keep your vows made before GOD, but thats okay in this world of D.C. today... What happened to people really caring and helping your brothers and sisters.

Sunday, July 05, 2009 at 11:23 AM Report 

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KJ/FL

You may want to study up on "leadership" some more. It is so much more than "not being a quitter". Sure, a leader is expected to "stay the course" but a GOOD leader will sacrifice (her future political career, according to pundits) for the sake of their people. Spending 80% of their time and two million dollars of the states money defending bogus ethics charges was hurting Alaska...her people. As a taxpayer, would YOU be OK with the endless flow of state dollars going to handle bogus complaints? Or don't you care where your tax dollars go? Do you pay taxes?

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 02:55 PM Report 

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Steve Y

If we allowed people to take shots on the children ... we may as well call ourselves uncivilized. How can we attract great leaders if we allow such practice. Look at our situation now ... the congress, white house, senate, etc ... are filled with crooks, those who are willing to be the lowest of the low ethics wise to gain power. If they are able to do that to their rivals, imagine what they can do to us citizens.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:26 PM Report 

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craftiee

I think Sara was right in stepping down. Now she can go anywhere and say
anything without worring about the concequences it will being to Alaska. She
can be our voice to stand up to the rediculas things this administration is doing
to our country. It is our country and I think that she is the right person to be
speaking out and letting our "leaders" know how wronge they are going aobut
it. Go Sara!!!

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:23 PM Report 

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kkshook

I think sarah did the right thing by resigning from her job.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:22 PM Report 

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PBALABAMA

It doesn't really matter what WE think. She explained her decision in her own way. It's as simple as that. She will do whatever she thinks is right. I respect her enough to leave it at that.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:22 PM Report 

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Ref

The first thing in your life is your family. The best way she can help the party is to earn money. It is also the best way to get to her attachers. I hope that she stays active in the party and helps who ever the canidate is in 2012 to with the presidency. Whe could than become part of the cabinet and go for it in 2020. Go Sarah!!!!

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:16 PM Report 

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PBALABAMA

It doesn't really matter what WE think. She explained her decision in her own way. It's as simple as that. She will do whatever she thinks is right. I respect her enough to leave it at that.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:10 PM Report 

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Bobbie-AL

I have listened to Sarah's speech at least half a dozen times. What I heard her say was that AK had spent $2M working on the ethics lawsuits and that was money that could have been spent for the betterment of AK and its people. Sarah has been attacked MORE than anyone I have ever seen!! And I've been watching a LONG time. People have been totally despicable! So, Sarah left office to keep AK from having to go through spending that kind of money! What an honorable thing to do!! Conservatives have been saying over and over again that they want to "change government". Then they talk about Sarah not being an "elitist" in DC or politics!! But, they want something different? Go Figure. So, here she is, something totally different. Someone who is honest, unpretentious and LOVES her Country! What more could we Conservatives ask for? Her family is VERY important to her and have suffered those attacks as well. I don't blame her one bit for quitting. But, understand this, she at first stated what they had accomplished in AK with her at the helm. She was satisfied! She mentioned the complaints and what they cost AK and her as well. She was sick of it!! She made the statement that AK could have spent the money on other programs. She loves her state!! She stated that she asked her family. She LOVES her family!!! She is actually so "clean" that some people just can't stand it. I've read two books about her and one thing that was pointed out in both: "Don't EVER under-estimate Sarah!!" She does not need to be bashed for this act. It's just hard for me to understand what some people, who call themselves Patriots and Americans, GET out of attacking her so badly! Absolutely atrocious, unpatriotic and un-American to treat ANYONE the way she has been treated. She's a human too!! So, you naysayers, "Get over your rotten selves".

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:09 PM Report 

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AC/MN

Giving up
Is not one of the seven attributes of a good leader
Bad move

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:09 PM Report 

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PBALABAMA

Who says she's giving up? Again, you Libs just don't understand integrity when you see it.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:24 PM Report 

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KJ/FL

Amen!

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 02:34 PM Report 

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Buddhisatva Wannabe

I'm very torn on the subject. I diffinitly think that if she wants to run in 2012 then not running for re-election is the direction she should head. I do wonder, however, how indepedent voters will view what ever spin her preceived opposition will try and turn this into over the coming year.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:00 PM Report 

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bornagain710

I think she's doing the right thing. It's possible she's fed up with the media hate campaign and wants to protect her family. I hope she does run in 2012 or at least for the senate. I'd vote for her.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:55 PM Report 

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JW

If she runs for President, She has two votes in my household

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 01:04 PM Report 

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ALSOGRAMMY

ALL THE BEST TO A BEAUTIFUL LADY, I WOULD VOTE FOR YOU IN A HEART BEAT GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:50 PM Report 

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forrest844

to all you little slimey vermin who live under rocks- our AMERICAN pit bull is now on the hunt !!!! watcha gonna dooooo when she comes for yooooou ???

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:46 PM Report 

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oldandwise

This woman does not need to be from the elite east coast or the less than bright west coast (My apologizes to those that don't fit) to wake up America to the disasterous future this President and Congress is giving us. It is truly time for all true Americans to step up be counted and throw out this congress in 2010 and then The Presidency. No more politicians, just public servants with TERM limits. This is the Lady with her Wisdom that will help us do it.
Go Sarah

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:46 PM Report 

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Bkerrell

I Love Sarah .. What a breath of fresh air ... This time she has really done it ! She has the libs running in circles trying to figure out what she is up to ???
It's something they don't understand at all .... Its called ..'Ethics' ......................Go Sarah GO!

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:46 PM Report 

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Travis

I haen't been as positive of a politician since Ronald Regan. I have been on Sarah's team from the day she was picked by John MaCain for VP. As for her announcement, I wish the liberal media and even some Republican commentators would stop all the hoopla of why she is stepping down. I say "YOU GO GIRL!" I don't think she really cares whether or not her future chances for president are shot, She isn't narcissistic enough (LIKE SOME) to think that being the president is more important than what is best for her country. I think the way the national media treated her and her family is a national disgrace and I will NEVER watch another news cast from any network other than FOXNEWS. I think her reason for quiting the Governer's position is in her belief the best for Alaska period - no other explaination needed! Whatever Sarah's plans are for the future, I support her!

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:45 PM Report 

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Penni

I would like to know the groups of people that have gone after Sara Palin. Make their names public and what they are saying.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:44 PM Report 

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bfdboston

Is he stupid? Of course, there are way more middle Americans than there are the liberal elites in this country. That's why she's so popular. And, she receives my vote again and again. We've not heard anything like this in a politician in my lifetime from a level of candor that was honest, respectful and honorable.
The liberals and media elite in Alaska and DC have fueled the fire for her being investigated nonstop with ethic complaints that have all only distracted and cost the Alaska taxpayer a lot of money and in addition, this was the deliberate destruction of Sarah Palin personally, politically, financially and mean spirited!
Sarah Palin will be back and taking all Americans who believe in the message and values she has! The elite are going to run! Run!

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:44 PM Report 

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Jeff Crocket

Sarah's move is brilliant, and once again has the democrats calling her out as dumb etc. She will now have time to make some money take care of her infant son(something we don't usually see a politician doing) and campaign nation wide fro 2010 candidates(The dems really hate this part). And decide how she will approach her candidacy in 2012. She will run, not be nominated, and be the VP choice again(ready this time). All of this will drive the democrats crazy!! And she will be successful VP and then move on to Number 1.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:31 PM Report 

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Nanook

Having just moved from Alaska after six years, here is my take on what Palin is going to do. She is going to raise money for the Republican Party and herself over the next two years.
Then in 2012 she will run for U.S. senator, running against Mark Begich, a democrat. Mark barely won his seat against Ted Stevens who had just been convicted of bribery. This will give her international exposure and national exposure.
Then in 2016 she will run for president.
It is all in her resignation speech

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:30 PM Report 

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tdogg419

People on the left say Sarah is quitting with no reason.She actually gave several reasons .Primarily that she is spending so much time and taxpayer dollars. and staff energy on reacting to the David Letterman's. She is not able to be productive as Governor. Finally someone who has the people in front of her own political gains. What a bold intelligent move.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:30 PM Report 

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Bleucat

I like Sarah Palin. She is another example of why good people are reluctant to get into politics.Half a million in legal fees defending yourself agaist claims and attacks! I liked her speech and her honesty. I hope she makes a lot of money being Sarah!

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:30 PM Report 

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flauntie

Yay for Sarah and Yay for the United States as we know them. Not what they are becoming. Kick some butt!!!!!

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:29 PM Report 

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Shane in MS

I think what palin is doing is the right thing. If she is unable to use her time for Alaska then she should step down so someone else can. I think fox news should fully support sarah palin in this time.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:20 PM Report 

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Recon

LOCK & Load, get out of the way, RINOS, Dems, Libs, ELITIST!!!
We're coming for you, "BEWARE, there's a new sheriff in town".

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:08 PM Report 

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Esther2012

She is reloading. All I can say is hide and watch.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:50 AM Report 

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tracywilson

Sarah Palin and her family need help. Gov. Palin is NOT a rich person, but has over $500,000 in legal fees. She or someone should start a web site to help her pay these legal fees

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:19 PM Report 

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denise00

I would gladly give. I can't think of a more worthy cause!!!!! Maybe with her loose now, our country will have a chance!!

Sunday, July 05, 2009 at 03:44 PM Report 

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AC/MN

HAHAHA
Love that
It will be interesting
I do like her
Lets she what she does

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:04 PM Report 

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Ken in Atlanta

The Borg is very afraid.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:46 AM Report 

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Recon

I respect Charles, disagree, USA is sick & TIRED of the politics as usual & the CORRUPTION, Rino's (TURN Coats), etc.
PALIN personifies "Common Sense", & DEFEND USA w/ a servant's HEART.
Shrewd, "The Lone Wolf" is free.
Democrats have spent the "last 10 months in fear of a certain pitbull with lipstick", now they will be terrified this same pitbull is on the loose... be afraid, very, very afraid.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:45 AM Report 

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PBALABAMA

Why are you a Dem? Why? Come home.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:50 AM Report 

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be

She just earned my vote in 2012!! Putting the people first? A new concept for today's politicians. She will make a fortune on her book and will have the biggest war chest ever and with BHO going the way he is, should be an easy victory!! BTW- Where is our stinky leader while missles are being trained on our country?

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:39 AM Report 

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AC/MN

HA HA She bailed
Bet somebody has something on her big
If not that
Then the media has made her an offer
Last guess is she is going Tea Party
She just went to Kosovo folks
Wonders how much that cost taxpayers
This is BS
To think McCain over look Lindsy and Pawlenty
Wow
Well it wil be interesting
Pretty sure her Hubby is a BP ex
Her press release didn't make much sense
Dead fish swim with the current bit
High school graduation quote
What ever

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:36 AM Report 

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SusanNM

You've been on Huffpo recently haven't you. This is the kind of garbage the basement dwellers are saying. Sad thing is that all it takes is one person over there to say one thing and all the sudden its gospel.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:51 AM Report 

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AC/MN

I do like her
But lets face it
What has she done ???
What is she going to do about imigration ??????
17 million Americans out of work
Compete with over 20 million ilegals
Maybe the ecomomy might come around
If people had some money in thier pockets
Maybe it would help our social super structure as well
People get along better when they have some money in thier pockets

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 12:39 PM Report 

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True

Ah, a voice from MN, between the wrestler or the clown I think you would be on the clown's side.

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:41 AM Report 

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PBALABAMA

THAT was a VOICE?

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:52 AM Report 

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mzlilydale

She has not quitter, she is going on to a bigger and more important fight. Listen to her words.Do not count her out, she will be a major force in the next election,

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:10 AM Report 

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StandupAmerica

I don't think it is the pressure she can't handle I believe it is all the hateful idiots out their that are attacting her family. Talk about her govenorship, what she has and has not done as Governor. BUT WHEN IT COMES TO TAKING CHEAP SHOTS AT HER KIDS THAT IS JUST WRONG. THE MEDIA TRIED IT WITH THE BUSH GIRLS AND LAURA SET THEM STRAIGHT. HER DAUGHTER GOT PREGNANT AT 17 BIG DEAL SO DID MINE AND PROBABLY A LOT OF YOURS. AND TO TAKE A SHOT AT TRIG HOW VERY SAD WHEN SOMEONE HAS NOTHING BETTER TO DO THAN ATTACK A DEFENSLESS CHILD. SARAH WILL BE BACK AND WITH VENGENCE. 2012

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 11:00 AM Report 

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Asianeyes704

She resigned because she could no longer be an effective governor. She kept her promise and with her BOGUS ethics complaints she did not have the time to keep her promise. It was costing the tax payers. As far as the ugliness, it was more then any other before her. She is good mother to protect her children and a stand up person. The LIbs were wrong, the family is off limits. POTUS flaunts his family should we make fun of them?

Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 10:49 AM Report 

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bobt

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Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 10:48 AM Report 

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