Couric Presses Palin on Russian Experience

Speaking on CBS Thursday, the Alaska Governor reiterates that Russia's proximity to her state enhances her foreign policy credentials.

"It's very important when you consider even national security issues with Russia as Putin rears his head and comes into the air space of the United States of America, where-- where do they go? It's Alaska."

Also discuss her previous foreign travel, her thoughts on direct diplomacy, and how to spread diplomacy in Iraq-- read full transcript.

Clip also played on "NBC Nightly News."