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State Senator Hugh Leatherman from Florence is on the other side of the world working to bring jobs to the Palmetto State
State Senator Hugh Leatherman from Florence is on the other side of the world working to bring jobs to the Palmetto State.
The senator is travelling with a coalition of other southern states that are all trying to lure companies from Asia.
Senator Leatherman says despite the rough global economy, he believes some businesses may build operations here.
"These companies look long-term, particularly over here in the Asian countries. They're not looking for a quick profit, they're looking long term. I'm excited about the response we're getting. I believe we'll see some of these companies come into our state," said Senator Hugh Leatherman.
Senator Leatherman will be in Japan until Wednesday.
Then he'll visit businesses in China.
