South Carolina First Lady’s Family Wants Their Money Back
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First Lady’s Family Wants Their Money Back - :: FITSNews
In the latest example of the dismantling of one of the Palmetto State’s legendary political partnerships, the family of S.C. First Lady Jenny Sanford is reportedly asking S.C. Gov. Mark Sanford for its money back.
The Sullivan Family – which is heir to the Skil Corporation fortune – has contributed substantially to both of the governor’s successful statewide campaigns, and like the First Lady, its members (including Jenny’s parents) initially seemed willing to forgive Sanford for his affair with Argentinean lover Maria Belen Chapur.
In fact, during his meandering confessional earlier this summer, Sanford referenced his father-in-law as having been “incredibly gentlemanly” when the governor informed him of his infidelity.
Recent revelations, however, have prompted a change of heart – and reportedly prompted requests from the Sullivans for the governor to return their campaign contributions.
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