Wow, that was not a logical conclusion to draw (IOW). She seems to believe in limited government, but also a strong defense, and alliances that are in our interest. That would seem to make her a pretty strong candidate in terms of general stances on issues.
I agree with you on her quitting. That does not speak well of her ability to take the heat.
What has she done since she "quit?"
Did she cry and crawl into a grizzly cave never to be heard from again?