Sarah Palin quits as Alaska governor

Celebrifi - 4th Jul 2009

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Sarah Palin: Sarah Palin, John McCain's surprise VP pick a mere 10 months ago, is leaving the office of the Alaska governor.

The hockey mom said Friday that she is resigning, giving a confused, rambling speech from her lakeside home in Wasilla.

Palin said indignantly she had fallen victim to the "politics of personal destruction," including "frivolous" ethics probes and "mean-spirited" cracks about her kids.

"I love my job and I love Alaska, and it hurts to make this choice," the 45-year-old Republican said. "But I'm doing what's best for Alaska."

Palin's resignation becomes effective July 26.

Her sudden move intensified speculation about her political future, with many presuming she's laying the groundwork for a 2012 presidential bid.

Palin was vague, promising to continue "to effect positive change outside of government."

Via NY Daily News.

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