“Representative Ralph Norman of Rock Hill says he wants the money redirected to other interchanges in his House district. Norman said last week he would lobby to have the work abandoned unless Rock Hill leaders change how they plan to spend the money.

Norman has said he opposes the city’s landscaping plan because it would leave about a quarter of the trees there standing. He says more trees should be cut so drivers and potential shoppers can get a clearer view of businesses as they drive by. That includes property his developed and 15 acres of prime property near the intersection.

Norman says there is no conflict of interest and he is standing up for taxpayers.”

Read it yourself at http://www.wistv.com/Global/story.asp?S=4145382&nav=0RaP

Yep, a real outstanding Sanford ally with a great record. A one term state representative who uses connections to intimidate local governments for personal gain. Kind of reminds me of the guy who used his power to get the Marines to stop from flying over his planation.

Sounds familiar?

Look at the other names that have been floated out there:

Davis: no interest
Halley: no chance
Mulvaney: no money
Taylor: no reason
Waldorf: no name

Those are all great reformers, but you have to have a combination of interest, money, name recognition…and the drive to do it. And being 6′2″ and good looking with a great family doesn’t hurt (seriously, can you name another true conservative reformer over 6 foot tall…wonder what went wrong with Leatherman)

Ralph immediately goes to the head of the list if he is really interested and Sanford is really with him.