And so can Palin. Analyze the current contenders and decide if the sacrifice is worth the run or if there is someone already in the lineup who would do the job you want to get done. If it appears no one already running is up to your standards then step up to the plate and make the sacrifice. It’s a good strategy.
Since she has become a national figure, can you define the difference between running and speaking vs. announcing, running and speaking ?
I don’t see that her dalliance will pay any dividends.