Top 11 Reasons South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford Went To Argentina Instead Of Hiking

11. Research for his upcoming role in the National Governor's Association presentation of Evita

10. Wanted to see for himself what it looks like when a government REALLY intervenes and screws up the economy

9. He's a big Malbec guy

8. Conducting fundraising events among "unique" refugee community in Argentina

7. Thought that apprehending a Nazi war criminal would boost his Presidential chances

6. Wants to wear his Speedo in public without feeling self-conscious

5. Was going to just go out for ice cream, but feared the press would blow it out of proportion

4. Wanted to see if Argentina would cry for him

3. Brushing up on his tango moves before appearing on upcoming season of "So You Think You Can Dance?"

2. Hookers there less likely to know how to contact cable news organizations or hire literary agents

1. Thought it would be hilarious to see what kind of explanation his staff would come up with