Palin's political career
Speculation over whether or not former Vice Presidential Nominee Sarah Palin will seek the 2012 GOP presidential nomination has been swirling practically since the end of the 2008 campaign. And while Palin has repeatedly declined to make public her intentions, recent signs suggest she's seriously considering a bid: the former Alaska governor recently announced an East Coast bus tour; authorized a feature-length film about her rise; has added staff to her team, and said she has "that fire in the belly" for a run.
As Palin readies for a possible campaign, CBSNews.com takes a look back at her political career.
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