Columbia, SC – January 26, 2010 – State Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on state Adjutant General Stan Spears’ decision to not seek another term: “General Spears has served our state and nation with professionalism and dedication, and I join with many others in thanking him for his service and wishing him well,” Floyd said. “Given the threats to our national and homeland security that we face today, the leadership of our National Guard has never been more critical. We look forward to electing a strong Republican adjutant general to succeed General Spears, and continue his legacy of leadership.”

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