Bibliograph

Sarah, how a hockey mom turned the political establishment upside down, Kaylene Johnson

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Label

Sarah, how a hockey mom turned the political establishment upside down, Kaylene Johnson

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

portraitsillustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Sarah

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

247842707

Responsibility statement

Kaylene Johnson

Sub title

how a hockey mom turned the political establishment upside down

Summary

Sarah Palin, then 39, a hockey mom and former mayor of Wasilla, thought her dream of making a difference in the male-dominated realm of Alaska politics was over in 2004 when she clashed with the state chairman of her Republican party and fell out of favor with Gov. Frank Murkowski over issues related to ethics and openness in government. Yet, the former high school basketball star and one-time TV journalist could not shake the feeling that she was destined for something bigger. Two years later, she became a long-shot candidate for governor, promising openness and a higher ethical standard. Then, fate intervened. Her populist reform message suddenly became front-page news when a major political scandal rocked Alaska politics. Alaskans began listening to her. And they liked what they heard

Table Of Contents

Growing up Sarah -- Heaven and hoops -- Something about Sarah -- Sarah takes on city hall -- Playing in the big leagues -- Pit bull in lipstick -- Frank Murkowski's downfall -- A family decision -- A simple promise -- Election 2006 -- For such a time as this

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