Ketner to face Rep. Brown

Dist. 1 primary winners' views differ widely

Democrat and political newcomer Linda Ketner will face Republican incumbent Henry Brown this fall in the 1st Congressional District race, a contest that's likely to highlight the candidates' differing views on Iraq and energy policies.

In Tuesday's Democratic primary, Ketner handily beat perennial office-seeker Ben Frasier, winning 65 percent of the vote to Frasier's 35 percent, according to unofficial results. It was Ketner's first run for office and Frasier's 18th unsuccessful try.

In the Republican primary, Brown coasted past Johns Island businessman Paul Norris and Katherine Jenerette of North Myrtle Beach. Brown logged 70 percent of the vote, while Jenerette had 19 percent and Norris had 11 percent. Brown is seeking a fifth term in Congress.

Citing Iraq and the economy, Brown said the country's political climate is "different than any I've seen before. These are major issues we're facing, and someone with my experience would do a better job than someone coming in without any legislative experience."

Brown has been a staunch supporter of President Bush's war policies and favors drilling off the coast for natural gas to help reduce the nation's dependence on foreign oil.

Ketner said voters have a "night-and-day" choice in this fall's race. Ketner favors an orderly 18-month withdrawal from Iraq and efforts to develop renewable energy sources and reduce carbon emissions.

"It's the difference between the same-old, same-old, and a new path for South Carolina and the country," she said. "I'm delighted to have the opportunity to shine a light on (Brown's) record, and it won't be what people expect."

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