Sen. John McCain praises Gov . John McCain `` grit , integrity , good sense '' Palin , 2006 , has been governor of U.S. since 44 . Before becoming governor , Palin was mayor and council member of a small town . Palin later known for backing tough ethical standards , focus on energy , natural resources .
Sen. John McCain praises Gov . Sarah Palin 's `` grit , integrity , good sense '' Palin , 44 , has been governor of Alaska since 2006 . Before becoming governor , Palin was mayor and council member of a small town . Palin known for backing tough ethical standards , focus on energy , natural resources .