The attacks on her and her family were not the main reason for her quitting. The costs involved for the citizens of Alaska from the frivilous lawsuits were the main reason. Having herself freed from public office now gives her the chance to go out and start fighting against those attacks. The MSM is used to beating up on Republicans without reply. I believe it is THEY who will be surprised when Sarah starts fighting back.
I think they are more afraid of her today than they were yesterday.
She threw down the gauntlet to the media and anyone else who tries to tear her down. There were many good segments in her speech, but the following is one of my favorites.
“... Productive, fulfilled people determine where to put their efforts, choosing to wisely utilize precious time... to BUILD UP.
And there is such a need to BUILD up and FIGHT for our state and our country. I choose to FIGHT for it! And I’ll work hard for others who still believe in free enterprise and smaller government; strong national security for our country and support for our troops; energy independence; and for those who will protect freedom and equality and LIFE... I’ll work for and campaign for those PROUD to be American, and those who are INSPIRED by our ideals and won’t deride them.”