Speculation is surrounding Sarah Palin and what she will do now that the 2008 election is over. Palin may have a unique opportunity to join the Senate if Ted Stevens is elected to the Senate. As of November 7, 2008, Stevens is leading his opponent Mark Begich, but there are still absentee ballots to be counted. If Stevens holds onto his leads, he most likely, will not be welcome back in the Senate since he was convicted of a felony just before the election. In this case, Palin may have to call a special election as Governor to choose Senator Stevens' successor and the pundits say she could decide to stand in herself. Washington Post: Is Sarah Palin Nipping at Ted Stevens' Heels? (November 5, 2008)
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Sen. Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) has a 2 point lead over his Democratic challenger, Mark Begich Washington Post: Is Sarah Palin Nipping at Ted Stevens' Heels? (November 5, 2008)
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Stevens will hold a place in history as the first convicted felon ever reelected to the Senate
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Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said that even if Stevens wins his race, he shouldn't expect to keep his job on Capitol Hill Washington Post: Is Sarah Palin Nipping at Ted Stevens' Heels? (November 5, 2008)
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Palin could face a legal challenge if she tried to appoint herself or a temporary replacement
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A law passed by the Alaska Legislature requires a special election to fill any Senate vacancy
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If Palin is able to run, she could be the front runner in the race
