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CONTROVERSIES As governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin has come under scrutiny over several issues.

Firing of Wasilla police chief CHARGE: Former Wasilla Police Chief Irl Stambaugh said Palin fired him while she was serving as mayor because he advocated policies that were unpopular with her campaign contributors, including the National Rifle Association and local bar owners. FACTS: Palin fired Stambaugh after taking office in 1996, explaining later that she felt she did not have his full support....

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