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These are incredibly difficult times for South Dakota families. Our friends and neighbors have lost jobs. We have seen the cost of groceries, gasoline, and everyday living expenses rise to the point that paychecks just do not go as far as they once did.

While our families have tightened their belts and cut costs during these tough economic times, we have witnessed just the opposite occurring in Pierre. Under the Rounds-Daugaard Administration, state government spending has increased year-after-year to the point that we are now facing a budget deficit of more than $30 million dollars in 2010, and more than $100 million dollars in 2011! This is wrong. As Republicans, we pride ourselves in our philosophy of fiscal discipline, and in spending our tax dollars wisely. When I am elected your new governor, I will return common sense, conservative budgeting practices to the governor’s office. We will balance our state checkbook and make state government more efficient once again.

We will put the emphasis back on creating more and better paying jobs in our rural towns and larger cities.

We will work hard to strengthen K-12 and higher education so our children and grandchildren are ready to compete in a global economy.

We will keep our communities safe and care for the most vulnerable among us.

I have spent my entire adult life solving problems and tackling difficult challenges head-on. I am eager and ready to roll up my sleeves to get the job done for you and your family.

I need your help.

I am asking for your vote.

Thank you for your friendship and support.

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