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Leading SC Republican endorses Rick Perry for 2012
August 20, 2011
Republican presidential candidate, Texas Gov. Rick Perry, recognizes a face in the crowd as he takes the stage to speak to members of the South Carolina GOP during a lunch in Columbia, S.C., Friday, Aug. 19, 2011. (AP Photo/Brett Flashnick)
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Texas Gov. Rick Perry has picked up an important endorsement in South Carolina for his 2012 presidential campaign.
Longtime state legislator David Wilkins, who played a big role in George W. Bush's White House races, says he's signing onto Perry's bid.
Wilkins, a former ambassador to Canada, is the most notable backer to announce his support for a candidate in early primary-voting South Carolina.
Wilkins attends a Perry fundraiser on Friday night and confirmed on Saturday that he was endorsing the Texas governor.
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