Today, Gresham proudly received the endorsements of the Greenville News and the Spartanburg Herald-Journal. Both cited Gresham’s “clear vision for Governing South Carolina,” showing him to be the best prepared candidate to create jobs and grow our State’s economy. Read more about why Gresham Barrett is the best choice for Governor of South Carolina:
The Greenville News: Barrett Makes “The Most Compelling Case For Changes That Will Improve The State’s Business Climate.” “The Greenville News endorses Congressman Barrett in this Republican primary while also recognizing Attorney General McMaster would be a strong candidate on the ticket in November. … Barrett comes to this race with experience in both the state Legislature and Congress, along with personal experience as a small businessman. He can speak in greater depth about what’s needed to create more jobs in South Carolina. Like the other Republican candidates, he favors comprehensive tax reform, but he seems to make the most compelling case for changes that will improve the state’s business climate. Barrett wants to overhaul the state Department of Commerce, and have the governor regularly lead economic development efforts. He also understands the importance of improving the state’s infrastructure and enhancing the state’s ports that are vital to economic development. In a race with two solid candidates, Barrett offers the best reason to vote for him with this simple description of what South Carolina needs in a governor: “We need a governor who goes to bed every night and wakes up every day thinking about how he’s going to bring jobs and economic growth to South Carolina.” (Editorial, “Barrett For The Republicans,” Greenville News, 6/6/10)
The Spartanburg Herald-Journal: “Barrett Brings To The Contest A Clear Vision For Governing South Carolina, And It Is This That Makes Him The Best Candidate For The Nomination.” Gresham Barrett brings a unique set of qualifications and achievements to the Republican gubernatorial primary. Perhaps more importantly, Barrett brings to the contest a clear vision for governing South Carolina, and it is this that makes him the best candidate for the nomination. Barrett, 49, was born and raised in Westminster. He is a Citadel graduate who served as an infantry officer in the U.S. Army for four years following his graduation. After that he ran a family furniture business and served in the state House before being elected to represent the 3rd District in Congress in 2002, and three times since. That he has experience in both the General Assembly and Congress is significant because a successful governor is going to have to work extremely well with both bodies over the next few years. … Perhaps most importantly, the priorities and solutions Barrett talks about in his run for governor are the same ones he focused on in the General Assembly and Congress. … All bring meaningful achievements to the table, but Barrett’s track record, his consistency and his plans make him the best candidate for the nomination.” (Editorial, “Governor’s Race: Barrett For GOP,” Spartanburg Herald-Journal, 6/6/10)
