Gone fishin’: Alaska observers say Palin’s heart wasn’t in job after presidential campaign

JUNEAU, Alaska — As surprised fans and critics of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin traded guesses behind her decision to resign more than a year before her term ends, the former vice presidential candidate offered few hints at her political future, except to say she’d gone fishing.

Observers: Facing trouble at home as Alaska governor, Palin’s resignation helped cut losses

JUNEAU, Alaska — Ever since Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin returned from the presidential campaign trail, many Alaskans felt her heart wasn’t in the job.