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McPhee’s early career was fueled by the momentum of American Idol. Within months of the finale, she had signed a record deal and released her self-titled debut album in 2007. The…
Sarah Palin, former governor of Alaska and 2008 Republican vice-presidential nominee, remains a prominent and polarizing figure in American politics and media. Palin, 60, continues to draw attention, not only…