Should a lobbyist run the insurance department? Lawmakers debate nomination for new insurance chief

  • Tony Bartelme
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  • Thursday, January 24th, 2013
    Ray Farmer testifies during his confirmation hearing Wednesday in Columbia, as Daryl Ferguson (left) an insurance activist, listens. Gov. Nikki Haley selected Farmer to run the Department of Insurance, but state senators must confirm him.

    Ray Farmer testifies during his confirmation hearing Wednesday in Columbia, as Daryl Ferguson (left) an insurance activist, listens. Gov. Nikki Haley selected Farmer to run the Department of Insurance, but state senators must confirm him. Buy this photo