Sarah Palin says she’s serious about her campaign for the U.S. House, telling The Associated Press that her unique place in American politics would put her in a stronger position representing Alaska in Washington.

It's officially over between Sarah Palin and Todd Palin after 31 years of marriage. The news comes almost 10 months after Todd filed for divorce at an Alaska courthouse, which also happened to be the same day as his 55th birthday. They are also parents to Track, 31, Bristol, 29, Willow, 26 and Piper, 19.People was first to report the finalized divorce news. Sarah and Todd were high school sweethearts, and eloped in August 1988. RELATED CONTENT:Sarah Palin Reunites With Estranged Husband Todd After Daughter Willow Gives Birth to TwinsSarah Palin Says She Found Out About Her Divorce Via Email: 'I Thought I Got Shot'Sarah Palin's Husband Files for Divorce After 31 Years of Marriage