In challenging Sanford's bid for renomination, Lovelace also criticized "Governor Sanford's libertarian ideology and inability to work together with leaders of his own party".

He had feuded with Governor Sanford over a number of issues, including the heart center for Lexington County, and supported Lovelace in the Republican primary.

Governor Sanford honestly thinks only of himself and what he wants.

He served on Governor Sanford's Task Force on Healthcare.

Chellis was appointed to the position by Governor Sanford after his predecessor, Thomas Ravenel, was convicted of possessing cocaine with intent to distribute and resigned.

Maybe that's what Governor Sanford needs in order to change his tune.

Governor Sanford is a liar and a hypocrite, pure and simple.

The absence of Governor Sanford was first reported by Jim Davenport of the Associated Press.

Oh, and Folks himself is a former aide to Governor Sanford, but who resigned in 2005 after pleading guilty to criminal domestic violence charges made by his then fiancee.

Governor Sanford of South Carolina and Jennifer M. Granholm, the Democratic governor of Michigan, both said that the exchange rate had become an issue in their states.