“Because Mark and I are public figures, we have naturally had less privacy with which to deal with our difficulties than do other couples,” Mrs. Sanford said in a statement, posted by South Carolina’s The State newspaper. “Indeed, I know it will soon become known so I choose to release this brief notice that I am now filing for divorce.”
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“This came after many unsuccessful efforts at reconciliation, yet I am still dedicated to keeping the process that lies ahead peaceful for our family,” the first lady added.
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