Sanford backs Norman over Graham in South Carolina Senate runoff: ‘Stakes are simply too high’
Former South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford, a Republican who typically avoids political endorsements, announced support for Congressman Ralph Norman in the contest to fill the late Senator Lindsey Graham's seat. Sanford's decision to break from his usual practice reflects his assessment that the election's importance warranted his public backing.
Norman is competing for the Republican nomination in what appears to be a competitive race for Graham's Senate position. Sanford's endorsement carries weight given his standing within South Carolina politics and his customary non-involvement in electoral contests.
- Former South Carolina Republican Governor Mark Sanford endorsed GOP Representative Ralph Norman for the Senate seat vacated by Lindsey Graham
- Sanford's endorsement is notable given his general reluctance to offer political endorsements
- Sanford cited the significance of the election as his reason for backing Norman