Why Palin could run as an independent

There’s been some chatter this week about the possibility that former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin (R) might run for president next year — as an independent.

The consequences for both her and the presidential race couldn’t be more profound, and there are a number of reasons why this could be a very real possibility.

The deadline for entering primaries in many states is rapidly approaching, and yet a rapid decision from Palin doesn’t seem to be on the horizon, despite past words to the contrary.

In July, she told Fox News that legal concerns would coax a decision from her. “Well, legally, of course, there are timeframes, and that time is coming rapidly in front of us all,” she conceded.

“August and September, you do have to start laying out a plan if you are to be one to throw your hat in the ring, so that’s basically the timeframe.”

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