Everyone has a theory when it comes to the “why” behind Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin’s decision to resign her post at the end of the month. Levi Johnston, the former fiance of Palin’s 18-year-old daughter Bristol, is just the latest to offer his take on the situation:

Johnston says he lived with the Palin family from early December to the second week in January. He claims he heard the governor several times say how nice it would be to take advantage of the lucrative deals that were being offered, including a reality show and a book.

“I think the big deal was the book. That was millions of dollars,” said Johnston, who has had a strained relationship with the family but now says things have improved.

Responding to Johnston’s claims, Palin family spokeswoman Meghan Stapleton said, “It is interesting to learn Levi is working on a piece of fiction while honing his acting skills.” Johnston is reportedly pursuing his own book and movie deal.