Sarah Palin wants to be US president

Is she serious? ... Sarah Palin says she is naturally interested in running for US president, saying she has a “servant’s heart”. Picture: Supplied Source: AP

SARAH Palin has sparked speculation about a possible White House run after saying ‘of course’ she would be interested in running in the 2016 campaign.

The Republican was the party’s vice presidential nominee in 2008 alongside John McCain. Many believe it was her series of gaffes that cost the Republicans the White House and elected Barack Obama.

Failed bid ... Republican US presidential nominee Senator John McCain and his vice presidential running mate Sarah Palin in 2008. Picture: Supplied Source: AFP

Speaking in Des Moines, Iowa, Palin was asked if she would consider a 2016 push for the White House.
“Without putting any words in my mouth, you can absolutely say that I’m seriously interested,” she said. “It’s a significant step, of course, for anyone to publicly announce that they’re interested ... Who wouldn’t be interested? Who wouldn’t be interested when they have been blessed with an opportunity to speak about [issues important the country.] Who would just ignore an opportunity?”

‘Of course’ ... Sarah Palin says she is born to serve. Picture: Supplied Source: AFP