South Dakota, which markets itself as "Great Faces, Great Places," is using Gov. Dennis Daugaard's smile to lure business from neighboring states. Officials say the two-month effort has led to 50 prospects, with another month to go. Daugaard is pictured on direct-mail postcards. The text reads, "Tired of taxes? Call me." The $143,000 marketing campaign that also includes radio and print advertisements is aimed at businesses in states with higher taxes, such as Minnesota and Illinois. The Argus Leader says the campaign emphasizes that South Dakota has no corporate income tax, no personal income tax, no personal property tax, no business
inventory tax and no inheritance tax. State Economic Development Commissioner J. Pat Costello says the intent is to promote South Dakota's tax structure, low regulation
and productive workforce.