Alaska Governor Sarah Palin's nomination as vice presidential candidate by John McCain not only changed the landscape of the current election, but also marked a shift in leadership style across the US.

The present era demands a new style of leadership. In an age that values relationship over authority and one that is overwhelmed by a tidal wave of information, breadth of familiarity and depth of conviction are prized commodities.

Sarah Palin brings both of those qualities to her new role as candidate for the vice presidency of the United States.

Those qualities, her familiarity with a broad range of issues and her strong moral center, are just two of the leadership traits that have allowed her to organize and focus her efforts in office.

Using themes from her career in politics, Joe Hilley explores the leadership traits that made Palin successful and why those traits are an example of
kind of leadership that will guide the US through the 21st century.



Joe Hilley holds a Bachelor of Arts from Asbury College, a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Cumberland School of Law, Samford University.

In 1999, he quit the practice of law to write. A lifelong observer of politics and social issues, Joe is the author of five critically-acclaimed novels, including Sober Justice, Double Take, Electric Beach, Night Rain, and The Deposition. He lives in Alabama where he spends his days writing and encouraging others to follow their dreams.