First Dude: Todd as an Independent?

The media spotlight continues on Todd Palin, the husband of Republican vice-presidential candidate and Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, this time because he twice registered with the state's Independent political party.

From the Associated Press:

Gail Fenumiai, director of the Alaska Division of Elections, said Todd Palin twice registered under the Alaskan Independence Party — in 1995 and 2000. Some members of the party have advocated secession from the United States, though that is not a goal listed in the party's platform.

Todd Palin, who prefers the moniker "First Dude" of Alaska, is believed to be the first Todd on a presidential ticket. He is a champion snowmobiler and a four-time winner of the Iron Dog competition, a 2,000-mile race across Alaska.