Sarah Palin is an American politician, author, and television personality. She was born on February 11, 1964, in Sandpoint, Idaho. Palin gained national prominence when she was selected as the running mate for John McCain in the 2008 presidential election. She served as the Governor of Alaska from 2006 until her resignation in 2009. After stepping down as governor, Palin became a prominent figure in conservative media and politics. She has authored several books and appeared on various television programs. Palin is known for her strong support of Republican values and her advocacy for issues such as energy independence and education reform.