Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin abruptly announced today that she is stepping down as governor, fueling speculation that she is preparing a 2012 presidential run.

In a hastily arranged press conference near her home in Wasilla, Palin said she would step down on July 26. An excerpt from the transcript of her remarks:

… this decision comes after much consideration, and finally polling the most important people in my life – my children (where the count was unanimous… well, in response to asking: “Want me to make a positive difference and fight for ALL our children’s future from OUTSIDE the Governor’s office?” It was four “yes’s” and one “hell yeah!” The “hell yeah” sealed it — and someday I’ll talk about the details of that… I think much of it had to do with the kids seeing their baby brother Trig mocked by some pretty mean-spirited adults recently.) Um, by the way, sure wish folks could ever, ever understand that we ALL could learn so much from someone like Trig — I know he needs me, but I need him even more… what a child can offer to set priorities RIGHT – that time is precious… the world needs more “Trigs”, not fewer.

Palin’s son Trig has Down syndrome.

(AP/CBS photo)

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