This evening, Sarah Palin endorsed a group of “self-sufficient bears.” In other words, she announced her support for a trio of “commonsense conservative women who are willing to put it all on the line to get our country back on track: Cathy McMorris Rodgers, Star Parker, and Mary Fallin.”

Fallin is the frontrunner in Oklahoma’s GOP gubernatorial race. Her primary is in late July. McMorris Rodgers, vice chair of the House GOP caucus, is running for reelection in Washington’s 5th House district. Parker is running for the House in California’s 37th district:

I heartily endorse these liberty-loving “Mama Grizzlies.” They’ll do more than just growl about our challenges because they know how to work hard and protect America’s future by ushering a new era of prosperity and security. How? By proving their selfless service, common sense, and respect for the will of the people.

Here’s my take on the power of a Palin endorsement. If you haven’t already, make sure to read Ramesh’s New York Times piece on the year of the (pro-life) woman.