Palmetto Intrigue

Mark Sanford has secured his spot as the Republican nominee for the South Carolina 1st Congressional district seat - a seat he held once before.  He has managed to overcome a sex scandal from 2009 and seemingly get some measure of forgiveness from GOP voters in the Palmetto State.  However, his political Resurrection is far from assured.  His biggest challenge yet will come from his opponent in this Special Election, an opponent who happens to be related to famed news comedian Stephen Colbert.

Josh Kraushaar at the  National Journal wrote a great piece about the Democratic candidate, Elizabeth Colbert Busch, and how she could conceivably win in a very Republican state and district.  He focuses on Sanford's sordid past, but also on perception issues and the firepower Ms. Colbert Busch's famous brother can bring to the race.  It is a thoroughly fascinating read.

To read Mr. Kraushaar's piece, click on the link below.

Why Stephen Colbert's Sister Could Defeat Mark Sanford