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We'll soon attach info on decision to not seek re-election... this is in Alaska's best interest, my family's happy... it is good, stay tuned
Posted on 07/03/2009 1:25:20 PM PDT by JRochelle
"I know when it's time to pass the ball for victory," soon-to-be-former Governor Sarah Palin says at a press conference with her family, standing before a picturesque river and seaplane.
She says she's looking forward to the swearing in of Lt. Governor Sean Parnell. "All I can ask is that you trust me with this decision," she says. "I cannot millions of dollars and time go to waste just so I can remain as governor of Alaska.
"This decision has been in the works for a while. It comes after a great deal of prayer and deliberation."
She said when she put the decision to her family, the vote was four "yes"es and one 'Hell yeah.' She mentions the family's reaction to the mockery of Trig.
She said her decision was "fortified during her visit to the troops in Kosovo."
"It hurts to make this choice, but I've given my reasons. I'm reminded of a sign on my parents' refrigerator, 'Don't explain; your friends don't need it, and your enemies won't believe you anyway.'"
UPDATE: The official statement from her office:
Governor Sarah Palin announced today that she will not seek a second term as Governor of the State of Alaska and will relegate the power of governor to Lieutenant Governor Sean Parnell in order to serve Alaska’s best interests. Lieutenant General Craig Campbell will move into Parnell’s current role.
“People who know me know that besides faith and family, nothing's more important to me than our beloved Alaska,” said Governor Palin. “Serving her people is the greatest honor I could imagine.”
Standing outside her home in Wasilla, Alaska, Governor Palin reflected upon some of the administration’s accomplishments for Alaska as she approaches her final year in office.
“I am determined to take the right path for Alaska even though it is not the easiest path,” said Governor Palin after the announcement. “Once I decided not to run for re-election, I also felt that to embrace the conventional ‘Lame Duck’ status in this particular climate would just be another dose of ‘politics as usual,’ something I campaigned against and will always oppose. It is my duty to always protect our great state. With that in mind, my family and I determined that it is best to make a difference this summer, and I am willing to change things, so that this administration, with its positive agenda, its accomplishments, and its successful road to an incredible future, can continue without interruption and with great administrative and legislative success. I look forward to helping others – to fight for our state and our country, and campaign for those who believe in smaller government, free enterprise, strong national security, support for our troops, and energy independence.”
The transfer of power will occur following the Governor’s picnic in Fairbanks on July 26. At that point in time, Lieutenant Governor Sean Parnell will be sworn in and Lieutenant General Craig Campbell will assume his role as Lieutenant Governor.
did she leave out a verb or was the transcript corrupt?
Good for her. I’m still with her. Screw Romney and the other RINOs in the GOP.
Have heart my Freeper friends....this is the best news I have heard in days......Sarah is answering the call, and doing it the right way....
She will now be free to travel the country and speak to all comers....she cannot be accused of ignoring her job as govenor, which is totally fine for democrats but unacceptable to people with integrity....
Have heart and say your prayers to protect Sarah on her very dangerous journey.....
Its just one more piece of bad news after another. Unreal.
No question in my mind she’ll be running in 2012.
The eunuchs in Obama’s state run “media” are absolutely ecstatic right now! This will be their “best 4th of July ever!”
She also set up the Lt. Gov. for a run for election as the incumbent.
If it weren't for the fact it rules our lives I'd say let the nightcrawlers and slimeballs have it.
talk about declaring your independence !
Good for Gov Palin .. and best of luck to her in whatever path she chooses from now on.
So is she hitting the campaign trail full time, then? If so, watch out!
Probably a transcript error given how quickly this developed. It was kind of unnerving watching her - she seemed to be about to lose it and throwing a temper tantrum. I can’t believe she was nearly VP. I sympathize with her though, it’s easy to see how the pressure got to her given the demands of her family.
I hope your right Wizard..I hope this isn’t the last we see of the Gov
arah’s brother tells FOX that she’s been spending too much time defending herself against alleged ethics violations.
Bad precedent IMHO. With this development, any Democrat who does not want a GOP candidate to become successful can concoct alleged violation after violation until you tire of the whole thing.
Hillary was in the same boat before but had more cash and outside support to defend herself. Plus Hillary has less shame.
Who is going to be the next Dem target of “ethics violation” ? Bobby Jindal ? Mitch Daniels ?
No way is she running.
She is putting her family first and getting out.
Notice how it mentions the mockery of Trig in this piece.
Imagine if the Obama girls were photoshopped the way they did to trig.
I hate the left with a white hot passion that cannot be described.
Good for her and her family. She’s a sweet lady.
Kraut and the Brie Chablis Repubs must be so proud of themselves. He got exactly what he wanted.
Pray for America
AKGovSarahPalin So concludes the media and the Liberal public pilloring of a real Conservative woman.
Congrats....this is what America has become.
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