Was Palin's 'First Dude' Too Powerful?

Apparently Sarah Palin wasn’t the only one “going rogue” during her time as Governor of Alaska; newly released emails are revealing husband Todd’s surprisingly major role in the state’s government, where he was so involved that some described him as Sarah’s “co-governor.” Alaska’s public information laws led to the release of 1,200 state emails showing Todd giving instructions and opinions on issues ranging from “talking points on rural Alaska” to “potential budget vetoes,” and 243 emails are still being withheld. Palin’s former chief of staff defended the duo, saying, “The governor is absolutely entitled to involve him in policy matters as an adviser as she sees fit.” The couple’s attorney also backed up Todd, comparing his involvement to that of Michelle Obama or Hillary Clinton (although, it should be noted, she took an active role in the government under an actual position). He explained that Alaskans were aware that Todd was “a powerful First Dude.” But former state Sen. Vic Fisher said the idea of “co-governors” was unheard of. "Acting as an official of the government, that seems to be beyond proper," Fischer said, "beyond the bounds of the way the government should operate."