The governor believes that protecting the safety of people and property is one of government's basic functions and most important responsibilities. Implementing this system will move us closer to achieving that mission.

It is because the people are citizens that they are with safety armed.

A group of people from diverse backgrounds say the solution is in better collaboration and better governance. That is something the governor has been advocating for higher education on the whole since he was on the campaign trail.

We are continually upgrading the safety aspects of our facility due to situations we hear and read about which are causing drivers and fans to be injured. The safety of our competitors and fans is first and foremost and it would be foolish not to take notice of the things that can make our facility safer.

When Dan Cooper puts together a budget that shatters state spending records, I can understand why he's sensitive about someone looking over his shoulder. But Gov. Sanford's job is to look out for the hard-working taxpayers of this state, and that's always going to be his top priority.

We will be making an announcement tomorrow regarding the Department of Commerce, but I can't comment specifically about the announcement in advance of it.