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The sharp-edged politics that make South Carolina unique
It’s a common refrain for GOP candidates in this year’s race: “South Carolina picks presidents.” The Palmetto State has chosen the eventual Republican nominee in nearly every election since 1980, and this year’s contenders are embracing the sharp-edged politics that make the state unique. Political director Lisa Desjardins reports on the final push for support in the battle for South Carolina.
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