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Fact-checking South Carolina Democratic governor candidates in debate
Note: This article is from over one week ago, but due to its importance I believe that it is worthy of a post.A second debate will be on Monday, June 4 at 7 p.m.
CLEMSON — As the three Democratic candidates for South Carolina governor debated a host of major policy issues Thursday night, they dove into the details of their opponents' records and previous statements.
Here's a look at the validity behind some of their key disputes:
NRA
As he has repeatedly done during the campaign, Charleston businessman Phil Noble criticized state Rep. James Smith of Columbia for his previously positive ratings from the National Rifle Association.
Noble accurately said Smith received positive ratings and endorsements from the NRA several times.
Read more: https://www.postandcourier.com/politics/fact-checking-south-carolina-democratic-governor-candidates-in-debate/article_5be1d6fc-5faf-11e8-80e1-fbd2d3fd1fa7.html