Aiken Officials Split Over Moore Run for Governor
Local lawmakers across parties weighed Tommy Moore’s gubernatorial bid. Rep. Don Smith praised his viability and service to the state while Rep. Bill Clyburn cited Moore’s focus on education health care and economic development. Rep. Skipper Perry offered a brief neutral comment.
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Moore enters South Carolina governor race with education focus
Clearwater Democrat Moore announces a gubernatorial bid highlighting education as a core issue while criticizing Gov. Sanford's budget cuts. He emphasizes higher teacher pay, better classrooms, parental involvement, and per pupil funding, arguing education drives economy and wages.
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Democratic calls for Altman resignation rise after remarks
South Carolina Democrats pushed Rep. John Graham Altman to resign after he questioned why women stay with abusers. The party passed a resolution at its convention while a House panel blocked a harsher domestic violence bill. Altman defended his stance, saying his comments were misunderstood.
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