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Here's everything you need to know about who's running, what you'll see on the ballot, and more.

SC amendment ballot questions

Monday, Nov. 3, 2008

Here is the text of the three constitutional amendments on South Carolina's ballot in 2008, along with explanations of the proposals from the South Carolina State Election Commission.

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Barack Obama's unconventional life

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

Barack Obama — a freshman U.S. senator — has vanquished a Democratic powerhouse, shattered all fundraising records (his campaign has collected more than $640 million), swatted away the he's-too-inexperienced mantra voiced by seasoned rivals and made history by becoming the first black nominee of a major party.

His 22-month journey has put him within reach of the White House.
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John McCain: a rebel turned maverick

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

Two weeks out from the election, his back against the wall, John McCain allowed a moment of reflection about "a life that's been blessed" when asked about the possibility that he could lose.

"Look, I've had a wonderful life," he said. "I'm the most fortunate man on earth."
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Stavrinakis faces Cannon

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

When Rep. Leon Stavrinakis first considered running for a second term in Charleston County's state House District 119, he said he took a look back at his own record and examined whether he lived up to his promise of being reform-minded and bipartisan.

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3 candidates contend for District 3 seat

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

Coakley Hilton is running as an independent candidate for Charleston County Council. He won't get any votes from people who simply vote a straight-party ticket, he said. And that's OK with him.

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Conley has much in common with Paul

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Bob Conley doesn't argue when someone suggests he has more in common with former Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul than with his own party's leaders.

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Issue on Dorchester ballot

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

Folks in Summerville already can buy alcohol on Sundays, but voters will get to decide if everyone else in Dorchester County also can do so.

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Poverty and education priorities

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

Rep. David Mack III, a North Charleston Democrat, says he could serve a handful of people on his own, but as an elected official, he has the potential to help thousands.

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Incumbent facing challenge by employee

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

The Dorchester County treasurer's race features two candidates who work together in the same office. Democrat Beverly Waggoner Lucas is running against her boss, incumbent Republican Treasurer Mary Pearson.

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Three seats available on commission

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

Holding down taxes while meeting growing needs during tough economic times is the challenge facing seven candidates seeking three seats on the James Island Public Service District Commission.

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Lafond trying to unseat Pascoe

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

Attorney Benjy Lafond, a Republican, says he can do a better job of putting criminals in jail than 1st Circuit Solicitor David Pascoe. Pascoe, a Democrat running for re-election, says Lafond has run a negative campaign because he has nothing else to stand on.

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Miller seeks 7th term against Kelso

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

In more than a decade representing Charleston and Georgetown counties in the state House, Rep. Vida Miller said she brought District 108 to the table.

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Ford, Sheriff address issues

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

For all the times speaking his mind has gotten Sen. Robert Ford in hot water, those politically incorrect, stir-the-pot gaffes might put him at an advantage Tuesday.

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Peper challenges Condon in W. Ashley

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008

Incumbent Colleen Condon says if she's re-elected to Charleston County Council, she will continue to focus on looking out for taxpayers, leading Charleston County to a greener future and promoting responsible growth and development.

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