The announcement today that Governor Palin is resigning at the end of July comes as a bit of a surprise.  I can imagine the weight that her political career has had on her family.  The attacks ( and that is what they were) on her character and members of her family have been relentless, even after the election was decided.

If the decision was to protect them from future attacks and bring some peace, I admire it and respect it.  It is also the end of her national political career.  That being said, there are other things to pursue in this life and I am sure she will be successful with whatever path she chooses.

If the decision was made to elevate the fight and dedicate time specifically to the fight, it could prove to be very good timing.  There is a void, in the public space, of high profile people criticizing the President and his policies.  The Repulican Party leadership has been quiet, too quiet in my opinion.  There is pent up demand for leadership, national leadership, to stand against the rising tide of statism.  If she chooses to take the fight to them, it could prove an interesting dynamic.

Good luck to Governor Palin, regardless of the path.  She has conducted herself with honor and character—we would do well if more public servants followed her example.