Republicans Only: Is it true that Sarah Palin was part of an Alaska Secessionist movement for 2 years?

Question

this just showed up today.. I think the libs and dems are spreading some bullshit again. But is this even slightly true? Is it possible.. this isnt going to change my vote or anything.. but is there any weight to it at all?

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2008/sep/02/uselections2008.republicans20085?gusrc=rss&feed=worldnews

Answer 1

If there is better evidence to support it, I'm sure it will be dredged up soon.

And if it is true, then Palin can pack her bags and head home to Wasallia.

Answer 2

and they say the obama's aren't patriotic...

another instance of republican hypocrisy.  

Answer 3

That would make me support her even more.  The Federal Government has gotten way out of hand and in my opinion is bordering on violating the contract States agree to when joining up.  This country is supposed to be run by each individual states' government. The Federal Government should only be involved for things like foreign relations/trade and things that impact the country as a whole equally.  Beyond that and each state is best equipped to handle the needs of their own citizens much moreso than a central government who typically hasn't a clue.

I say I'd still support her, because it's out of hope that she would try to help get the federal government back in line.

Answer 4

Check the youtube.com

Sarah Palin and the Alaska Independence Party. Palin addresses AIP convention

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZwvPNXYrI...

Sarah Palin and the Alaska Independence Party. AIP - Part 1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHFY1otOW...

Answer 5

It's all public knowledge and record....You're kinda late to the party- aren't you...ABC News verified it yesterday, Monday, September 1, 2008.

Answer 6

Yes, breifly and then she joined the reps. Something everyone here should take into consideration on this is the Native American population of Alaska and the push for Sovriegn Nations. As a leader of any community it is crucial to listen to the people, she has done this with grace and has adjusted her positions without adjusting her values. She represents a large number of Obama's "bitter people".

Answer 7

It's true that the was in the Alaska Independence Party in the 1990's, but it isn't a secessionist party. While it might have started as a secessionist party, what they were lobbying for was a plebescite regarding Alaska's status.

They believe that Alaskans were not offered the full range of options available to them when statehood was voted on. They want to be able to vote to stay a state, become a territory, become a commonwealth, or to become an independent nation.

They also would like more state control over Alaska - much of its area is controlled by the federal government.