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South Carolina's Sanford to become first governor to reject funds

03.11.2009

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South Carolina's Sanford to become first governor to reject funds

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WASHINGTON — South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford is expected Wednesday to become the first governor to formally reject some of the federal stimulus money earmarked by Congress for his state.

The move will cement Sanford's growing reputation as a political powerhouse among Republican party stalwarts nationwide — though how much of the estimated $8 billion in stimulus funds destined for South Carolina will be affected is unclear. The law allows state legislative leaders to accept funds the governor rejects.

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WiseOne's Comments, well good for him. It's good to see at least one with a brain to be sure. Our Governor in Tennessee of course took it. Sigh. Now everything is going up because of it too! AARGH.

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