Palin to campaign for McCain, Perry, Bachmann

Sarah Palin announced today that she plans to campaign for her former running mate John McCain in his 2010 re-election fight, as well as Gov. Rick Perry (R-Texas) and Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-Minn.).

"I look forward to helping Governors like Rick Perry in Texas, Representatives like Michele Bachmann in Minnesota, and heroes and statesmen like Senator John McCain. We will support these candidates and others so that they can continue to fight for our American values," Palin wrote in a Facebook note.

Perry is facing a primary against Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (R) in his bid for re-election. Palin endorsed Perry back in February. McCain may also face a primary from former Rep. J.D. Hayworth (R-Ariz.).

Bachmann, though not facing a primary, has become a lightning rod at the political level and is a likely Democratic target in 2010. 

Palin also thanked voters in Massachusetts for electing Scott Brown (R) last night in a shocking upset over Martha Coakley (D).

"The special election yesterday in Massachusetts was truly amazing," Palin said. "It is a clear indication of things to come and a demonstration of the momentum we all share in the fight for the values and policies that will get our country back to work."