Former GOP vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin threw the political world a curveball this summer when she announced she would resign as Alaska's governor effective July 26. The move baffled many conservative leaders and fueled speculation that she is position for a 2012 presidential election bid.

But while Palin may have resigned as Alaska's governor -- she has no less from the national spotlight. Her new book, Going Rogue, continues to top the charts, while supporters lined up for hours to catch a glimpse of the self-described political 'maverick' on her national book tour.

CBN News spoke with the former vice presidential candidate as she began her tour on a range of topics, most importantly, her faith.

Here are the highlights from Sarah Palin in 2009:

Editor's Pick:
Sarah Palin Goes 'Rogue' with CBN News; Palin Talks Turkey on Campaign, Health Care

Highlights:
Palin Tell All Urges Readers to Embrace God; Palin Gets Advice from Billy Graham

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