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There was speculation that Alaska Governor (and right-wing darling) Sarah Palin would not run for re-election in 2010, both to give time to run for President in 2012, and to avoid a potentially embarrassing upset defeat which could derail her political career altogether (see Allen, George). But in a stunning announcement, Gov. Palin is in fact planning to resign the governorship , effective at the end of the month. Lieutenant Governor Sean Parnell (R) will take over.

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Palin Resigning as Alaska Governor