Four Democrats vie to face Campbell in South Carolina race
Four Democratic candidates, led by Lt. Gov. Mike Daniel, clash for the June 10 primary to win the nomination and duel GOP hopeful Carroll Campbell. The field includes Phil Lader Frank Eppes Hugh Leatherman as they campaign on Riley era priorities. A May poll shows Daniel leading but broad undecided support.
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Columbia
South Carolina
Dick Riley
Mike Daniel
Daniel
Winthrop College
Phil Lader
Frank Kippes
Hugh Leatherman
U.S
Carroll Campbell
Earl Black
University of South Carolina
Batte
Lader
Eppes
Leatherman
Daniel runs for office citing literacy and film industry ties
Daniel, a 46-year-old lawyer and former legislator from Gaffney, opened his campaign last year after serving a decade in the state House and as lieutenant governor since 1982. He touts his role in building the film industry, creating business tech centers and literacy programs while defending his independent stance against deputy Bud Ferillo.
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Cherokee County
Gaffney
Piedmont Foothills
State House
Charles “Bud” Ferillo
Mike Daniel
Four Democrats vie for South Carolina governor runoffs
Phillip Lader, a former Sea Pines executive, leads in name recognition but struggles to gain momentum. Eppes, Leatherman, and a Florence County candidate round out the group, while observers warn of voter apathy and a potentially light primary turnout as Campbell’s campaign looms with Atwater guidance.
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Hilton Head Island
Daniel
Lader
Winthrop
Rock Hill
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England
Harvard Law School
Rornets & Fas
New York
Florida
South Carolina
Black
Leatherman
Florence County
Pee Dee
North Carolina
Fryer
Campbell
Lee Atwater
Adell Adams
NAACP
Trooper Relay Brush Firestorm Over Personal Errands
Greenville AP report shows Sen. Hugh Leatherman condemning the use of Highway Patrol troopers to transport personal items for state officials. Col. P L Meek defends the long standing practice, noting it reduces delays for perishable goods and donations. Troopers describe mixed views, with some calling it an unnecessary burden and others saying it remains routine with supervisory approval. Capt. W H Elrod says requests must be captain or lieutenant authorized, with no denials recalled.
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P.L. Meek
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Billy” Caughman
Caughman
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Highway Patrol
Allen Vaughn
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