The Rise And Fall Of Sarah Palin: A Political Journey

Once a prominent figure in American politics, Sarah Palin has largely faded from the national stage. From her vice presidential run to her reality TV stints, she seemed unstoppable. But these days, it feels like she's fallen off the political map entirely, leaving many wondering what happened to the woman who once energized the GOP.

Where is Sarah Palin Now?

Though Palin isn't currently in office, she's outspoken about her political views on the 2024 presidential election and her endorsement of former President Donald Trump. In a recent interview with Al Arabiya News’ Rosanna Lockwood, Palin expressed concerns about Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for president. While Palin believes it's time for a female president, she argues Harris is not the right choice.

Palin described Harris as a "puppet" who is "controlled not by her own convictions, experience, or vision for the world, but rather by globalists and communists seeking to manipulate her and the people." She also suggested Harris was a convenient choice for the Democratic Party, noting she never won a primary and lacks the experience and preparedness of previous Democratic candidates.

"I think for decades there have been the Uni Party, the globalists, who want to control the people and take away individual rights but it's being really made manifest much more aggressively and clearly as of late with a candidate like Kamala," Palin said in the interview.

Sarah Palin's Political Career

From 2006 to 2009, she served as the governor of Alaska, becoming the first woman to hold that position. She gained national prominence as the Republican vice presidential nominee in the 2008 U.S. election and became known for her strong conservative views. Her candidacy alongside Senator John McCain in 2008 drew widespread attention due to her folksy, populist style and controversial statements, even though the McCain-Palin ticket ultimately lost to Barack Obama and Joe Biden.

Palin briefly returned to the political scene in 2022, running for Alaska's congressional seat in a special election, but she was defeated. Newsweek spoke to Louis Perron, a PhD political consultant with a track record of winning elections in multiple countries. He said Palin made two unsuccessful bids for Congress in 2022, a rarity for a former vice presidential candidate.

Palin's political career has been marked by both triumphs and challenges, as she continues to influence and engage in political discussions today.