2010 Campaign For Governor
On May 14, 2009, Haley announced that she would be running for the Republican nomination for Governor of South Carolina in 2010. On November 11, 2009, she was endorsed by former Massachusetts governor and GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney, as well as Jenny Sanford, the incumbent first lady of South Carolina. However, she remained in last place among primary candidates in the polls and also in fundraising until former Alaska governor and GOP vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin endorsed her. The Republican gubernatorial primary took place on June 8, 2010, and Haley captured 49% of the vote, necessitating a runoff election on June 22. Haley won handily in the runoff vote.
In October 2010 South Carolina pollster Crantford & Associates reported Haley barely edging Democratic challenger Vincent Sheheen in general election polling 45% to 41%.
Haley is also part of the Tea Party movement.
Haley was elected governor on November 2, 2010, over the Democratic candidate, Vincent Sheheen 51% to 47%.
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