SDDP Statement on Jackley Gubernatorial Announcement
SIOUX FALLS – South Dakota Democratic Party issued the following statement today in response to South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley’s announcement that he is running for Governor in 2018:
“Just like Kristi Noem, his opponent in the Republican primary for Governor, Marty Jackley has long made it clear he prioritizes his career advancement over fulfilling the duties he was entrusted with by the people of South Dakota. His weak and delayed response to government scandals, such as waiting until after the 2014 election to file charges in the EB-5 case, show he was more concerned with political expedience than seeing justice done. Instead of focusing on South Dakota issues, he frequently expended precious taxpayer resources on frivolous lawsuits.
“South Dakota needs change in Pierre, not the same old unreasonable and out-of-touch policies offered by Marty Jackley and Kristi Noem. Over the next two years, South Dakota Democrats and our candidates will offer an alternative vision of a state government that works for everyone, not just the powerful and well-connected, while reflecting South Dakota values such as fairness, rewarding hard work, and revitalizing our rural and urban communities.”