John McCain made a surprise pick for his Vice Presidential candidate today, naming Alaska’s governor Sarah Palin as his running mate, shocking many observers with his unusual and unexpected pick. Palin has been Governor of Alaska since 2006, having previously served as mayor of a small town in her home state. She has developed a reputation for being something of a rebel in her short time in public office, something the McCain campaign hopes to use to enhance the Senator’s own maverick image. more »