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February 10, 2025

State Supreme Court Justices to Hear Arguments on South Carolina Heartbeat Law

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 10, 2025 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com State Supreme Court Justices to Hear Arguments on South Carolina Heartbeat Law SCGOP: Planned Parenthood is “Using the Judicial System to Bypass the Democratic Process” (Columbia, S.C.) – In its third legal challenge against South Carolina’s heartbeat law, Planned Parenthood is reinterpreting the science of fetal development to sell abortions later in pregnancy. The state Supreme Court has scheduled oral arguments for Planned Parenthood South Atlantic v. South Carolina on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 10:30 ET. Today the South Carolina GOP sent out a letter to Republicans statewide affirming support for the heartbeat law and calling

America’s New Chapter Begins with Trump-Vance Administration

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 20, 2025 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com America’s New Chapter Begins with Trump-Vance Administration (Washington, D.C.) – Today, Donald J. Trump and JD Vance were sworn into office as President and Vice President of the United States. SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on this historic moment: “The mandate from November 5th is now forever sealed into history as President Trump and Vice President Vance are sworn into office. This moment stands as a powerful reminder of what Republicans can achieve when we rally together around our shared values and the strength of our Party,” SCGOP Chairman

Gerald Malloy Finally Concedes Senate Race

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 19, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com Gerald Malloy Finally Concedes Senate Race (Columbia, S.C.) – Former Senator Gerald Malloy has officially conceded in the SC Senate 29 race. SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on this Republican victory: “I’m glad to see former Senator Malloy agrees that it was finally time to listen to the will of the voters and concede the election. The people of District 29 worked hard to support a conservative Republican voice in the State Senate, and JD Chaplin will give it to them,” SCGOP Chairman McKissick stated. “Republicans worked incredibly

Sore Loser Malloy Won’t Accept the Will of the Voters

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 19, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com Sore Loser Malloy Won’t Accept the Will of the Voters (Columbia, S.C.) – Today, Former Senator Gerald Malloy filed a protest in the SC Senate 29 race results. SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on Malloy’s protest: “In Malloy’s final power grab of his 22-year reign, he’s refusing to concede. His fellow Democrats who lost by even smaller margins conceded to the will of the people. But true to form, the former Senator’s selfish ambitions continue to override the concerns of his constituents. That’s exactly why SC Senate

Senator Tim Scott elected to serve as NRSC Chairman

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com Senator Tim Scott elected to serve as NRSC Chairman (Columbia, S.C.) – Today, Republican Senators elected South Carolina Senator Tim Scott to serve as Chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC). SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Senator Scott’s victory: “Senator Scott has been a champion for conservative Republicans in South Carolina and around the country for over a decade in the US Senate. His work speaks for itself, in particular, his Opportunity Zones initiative that continues to bring economic success to struggling communities across our

2024 Election Highlights for SC Republicans

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 6, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com 2024 Election Highlights for SC Republicans (Columbia, S.C.) – In the 2024 election, South Carolina Republicans won big with historic victories across the state holding our supermajority in the House with 1 pickup, gaining a supermajority in the Senate with 4 flips, gaining 13 county council seats, and several other local down-ballot flips. The SCGOP’s Victory Program focused on coordinating with our candidates, our House and Senate Republican Caucuses, and local county party organizations to leverage our resources, and take maximum advantage of the Presidential election cycle. Since September, the Party

President Trump wins 2024 Election

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 6, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com President Trump wins 2024 Election (Columbia, S.C.) – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on President Trump’s victory in the 2024 Election: “America’s comeback begins today! Democrats tried everything to stop President Trump: from the weaponization of our Justice system, to attempting to throw him off the ballot, and even turning their back on Joe Biden to convince voters that their policies aren’t the problem,” SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick stated. “The American People saw through the lies and decided to put our country back into the

SC Republicans’ historic early voting turnout

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 30, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com SC Republicans’ historic early voting turnout (Columbia, S.C.) – More than one million voters have already cast their ballot during the early voting period in South Carolina. SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on this historic turnout: “The record-breaking turnout among South Carolina Republicans reflects the enthusiasm we’re seeing across our Party nationally. I encourage every Republican not to be complacent, but to take full advantage of early voting and make their voices heard. We’re on track to make Election Day a great success for Republicans up and down the

Democrat Ballot Harvesting Operation in Marion County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com Democrat Ballot Harvesting Operation in Marion County (Columbia, S.C.) – Concerned citizens have reported to the South Carolina Republican Party regarding a potential illegal ballot harvesting operation by Democrats in Marion County. After reviewing the documents, major red flags are apparent: 16 Voters registered under an address that is currently vacant, one of which is a paid Democrat staffer. (See Here) In one precinct alone, the absentee ballot number increased by 844 ballots from the Presidential Primary to the Statewide Primary in June of this year At least 5

SCGOP joins FEC complaint against Kamala Harris

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 25, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com SCGOP joins FEC complaint against Kamala Harris (Columbia, S.C.) – Today, the South Carolina Republican Party joined a complaint to the Federal Election Commission against Kamala Harris and her presidential campaign misappropriating 96 million dollars. The SCGOP is joined by 16 other State Parties, Citizens United and David Bossie. The complaint focuses around the transfer of campaign funds from Joe Biden to Kamala Harris without the formal nomination process that must occur at the Democrat National Convention. Without garnering the nomination of the DNC, the “Biden for President” campaign committee

Joe Biden’s address after exiting 2024 Presidential Race

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 24, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com Joe Biden’s address after exiting 2024 Presidential Race (Columbia, S.C.) – Tonight Joe Biden addressed the nation for the first time since exiting the 2024 Presidential Race. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “The self-proclaimed ‘Party of Democracy’ is ignoring the votes of 14 million Democrats in order to give us Kamala Harris, a candidate that no one has voted for, but is forever tied to the failure and chaos of the Biden/Harris Administration. As Vice President, she had one job – to protect and secure our border – and

Joe Biden suspends 2024 Presidential Campaign

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 21, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com Joe Biden suspends 2024 Presidential Campaign (Columbia, S.C.) – Today Joe Biden announced the suspension of his 2024 Presidential Campaign. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “The Democrats tried to kick President Trump off the ballot in multiple states, then they turned the judicial system into a pawn of political warfare, and now they’re making Joe Biden tap out in hopes it will fix their problems,” SCGOP Chairman McKissick stated. “I recommend they simply admit the truth: the American people don’t support their ideas or their record. No

SCOTUS rules 9-0 to keep President Trump on Colorado’s ballot

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 4, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com SCOTUS rules 9-0 to keep President Trump on Colorado’s ballot (Columbia, S.C.) – The Supreme Court ruled unanimously that President Donald J. Trump shall remain on Colorado’s Presidential Primary ballot. SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on the SCOTUS decision: “Today the Supreme Court has given the power back to its rightful owners – the American People. This ruling is a victory not only for President Trump, but for our country’s most fundamental freedom,” SCGOP Chairman McKissick stated. “The South Carolina Republican Party joined an Amicus Brief

Republicans make their voices heard on SCGOP’s Advisory Questions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 28, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com Republicans make their voices heard on SCGOP’s Advisory Questions (Columbia, S.C.) – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on the results of the advisory questions from the South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary: “The South Carolina Republican Party had three advisory questions on our Presidential Primary ballot, and the responses paint a very clear picture of what our voters want,” SCGOP Chairman McKissick stated. “The questions, in order, consisted of Voter Registration by Party, Judicial Reform and Tort Reform. Each of these are issues that Grassroots Republicans feel

President Donald J. Trump wins SC Republican Presidential Primary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 24, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com President Donald J. Trump wins SC Republican Presidential Primary (Columbia, S.C.) – President Donald J. Trump wins the South Carolina Republican Presidential Preference Primary. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “South Carolina is Trump Country again! It was true in 2016 and 2020, and South Carolina Republicans just put an exclamation point on it today. His Promises Made, Promises Kept agenda is what strengthened our country before, and can do it again. If we want to grow our economy, close our Southern border and save our country from a

SCGOP condemns efforts to encourage Democrat participation in our Primaries

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 19, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com SCGOP condemns efforts to encourage Democrat participation in our Primaries (Columbia, S.C.) – Republicans in the Palmetto State are just days away from the South Carolina Republican Presidential Preference Primary. On February 24th, our Party will nominate our preferred candidate for President of the United States. This is the most important function of any political party. As this pivotal day approaches, the SCGOP has witnessed several outrageous calls from third party organizations that encourage Democrats to participate in the Republican primary. The South Carolina Republican Party has worked tirelessly

South Carolina Democrat Party Primary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 3, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com South Carolina Democrat Party Primary (Columbia, S.C.) – Joe Biden has won the South Carolina Democrat Presidential Primary. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full response: “Joe Biden is killing the American Dream with high inflation, open borders and a lackadaisical attitude towards terrorism and antisemitism. Let me be crystal clear, it’s not just that the American People don’t want four more years of Joe Biden, it’s that we won’t survive them,” McKissick said. “We need a Republican back in the White House in order to reverse the tailspin Biden has put us in, and that’s exactly

Governor McMaster’s State of the State address

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 24, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com Governor McMaster’s State of the State address (Columbia, S.C.) – Governor Henry McMaster delivered his State of the State address this evening. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full response: “While Washington is suffering from the liberal agenda of Joe Biden, South Carolina continues to thrive thanks to the strong Republican leadership of Governor McMaster. In the Executive Budget for FY2024-2025, the Governor prioritizes fiscal responsibility with targeted investments and provides tax relief for South Carolinians. His leadership expands far beyond economic policies, including his unwavering support for

Statement on SCDP Roe v. Wade Press Conference

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 22, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com Statement on SCDP Roe v. Wade Press Conference (Columbia, S.C.) – The South Carolina Democrat Party hosted a press conference this morning on the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade. While Democrats acknowledge an outdated Supreme Court case, the South Carolina Republican Party finds more recent events worthy of recognition. In June 2022, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade ending the ability for abortion to be deemed a constitutional right. In South Carolina, the Fetal Heartbeat bill and Protection from Abortion Act were both passed and ultimately upheld

SCGOP joins Amicus Brief filed in U.S. Supreme Court

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 19, 2024 Media contact: Abby Zilch abbyz@scgop.com SCGOP joins Amicus Brief filed in U.S. Supreme Court (Columbia, S.C.) – The South Carolina Republican Party has joined an Amicus Brief in the United States Supreme Court with 32 other state parties regarding the upcoming Colorado case concerning presidential candidate ballot access. As mentioned in the brief, “this case arises from the Supreme Court of Colorado’s novel and untested interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution in order to remove a presidential candidate from a political party’s primary ballot.” SCGOP State Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding the state party’s decision to join the Amicus Brief: “The South Carolina Republican Party will always defend

SC Legislature makes progress with three crucial bills

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 18, 2024 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 SC Legislature makes progress with three crucial bills (Columbia, S.C.) – The South Carolina Legislature made great progress this week in pushing back against the radical liberal agenda. The Help Not Harm bill (H.4624) which prohibits healthcare professionals from providing so-called “gender affirming” care to minors was passed by the House and is headed to the Senate. The ESG Pension Protection Act (H.3690) and the Prescription for Minors bill (S.882) were passed in the Senate. With the passage of the Help Not Harm bill, gender-transition surgeries, puberty-blocking drugs and “cross sex” hormone treatment would be illegal to be prescribed or administered to individuals

Candidates Certified for SCGOP Primary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 28, 2023 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 Candidates Certified for SCGOP Primary (Columbia, S.C.) – The South Carolina Republican Party has officially certified seven candidates to be on the SCGOP’s Presidential Primary ballot. This list was certified and signed by Chairman Drew McKissick and has been sent to the State Election Commission. Please see the candidates below listed in alphabetical order by last name: Ryan L. Binkley, Chris Christie, Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy, David Stuckenberg, and Donald J. Trump The South Carolina Republican Party’s Presidential Preference Primary will be held on February 24th, 2024. ###

SC Primary Filing Closed, List of Candidates

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 31, 2023 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 SC Primary Filing Closed, List of Candidates (Columbia, S.C.) – The filing for candidates to be on the South Carolina Republican Party’s Presidential Primary ballot has closed, as of October 31st, 5 PM. Below is the list of candidates that have filed with the South Carolina Republican Party, in filing date order: Governor Ron DeSantis, Former President Donald Trump, Vivek Ramaswamy, Senator Tim Scott, Former Governor and UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, Former Governor Chris Christie, Governor Doug Burgum, Ryan Binkley, David Stuckenberg, and John Anthony Castro. These candidates will be certified by

Kamala Harris visit to College of Charleston

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 11, 2023 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 Kamala Harris visit to College of Charleston (Charleston, S.C.) – Vice President Kamala Harris is coming to South Carolina today for her “Fight for Our Freedoms” college tour. She will be speaking at Sottile Theatre on College of Charleston’s campus. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “The big problem with Kamala Harris is that she’s not taken seriously by the American people because she’s not a serious person. Otherwise, she wouldn’t be coming here to talk about climate change and gun control while Americans are suffering with inflation and

Darlington Democrat switches to the Republican Party

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 2, 2023 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 Darlington Democrat switches to the Republican Party (Darlington, S.C.) – Darlington County Coroner, J. Todd Hardee, announced he will be seeking reelection in 2024 as a Republican candidate. Hardee’s switch will now make five of the six county-wide elected officials Republican affiliated. “We are excited to welcome J. Todd Hardee to the Republican Party,” SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick stated. “It’s a confirmation of the increasing strength of the GOP in the PeeDee and all across South Carolina due to the conservative principles that we represent and a rejection of the liberal radicalization of the

S.C. Supreme Court rules Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act constitutional

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2023 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 S.C. Supreme Court rules Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act constitutional (Columbia, S.C.) – The South Carolina Supreme Court declared the Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act constitutional, along with ending the injunction blocking the enforcement of the law. “We have fought tirelessly to protect the lives of our unborn children, and today in South Carolina, we have won,” SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick stated. This decision reaffirms the hard work of the South Carolina Republican Party to ensure the lives of the unborn have someone fighting for them. ###

Drew McKissick wins re-election for SCGOP Chairman

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2023 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 Drew McKissick wins re-election for SCGOP Chairman (Columbia, S.C.) – Drew McKissick wins re-election as South Carolina Republican Party Chairman, entering his fourth term. Under Chairman McKissick’s leadership, South Carolina has elected more Republicans than ever before. In 2020, South Carolina Republicans made history, delivering the most votes for a presidential candidate in South Carolina history, reelected Senator Lindsey Graham by double digits, flipped back the First Congressional District, flipped three state senate and two state house seats, and several other county level offices. In the 2021 municipal elections, South Carolina Republicans

SCGOP Statement on Biden Seeking Re-Election

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 25, 2023 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 SCGOP Statement on Biden Seeking Re-Election (Columbia, S.C.) – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Joe Biden’s decision to seek re-election: “Joe Biden’s tone-deaf campaign announcement asked the American people to let him finish the job. If we give Biden another four years, we will see more of the failed policies that have led to rising inflation, an open border flooding our country with lethal fentanyl, kids stuck in failing schools, and an out-of-control woke agenda endangering our families. Republicans in South Carolina and across

SCGOP Statement on the Indictment of President Donald Trump

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 31, 2023 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 SCGOP Statement on the Indictment of President Donald Trump (Columbia, S.C.) – See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s statement regarding the politically motivated indictment of President Donald Trump by a Manhattan grand jury and District Attorney Alvin Bragg. “This indictment is a political witch hunt by a George Soros-funded radical liberal District Attorney seeking to score points against opponents. It represents a clear abuse of power and a prioritization of political vengeance over public safety. Regardless of your ideological or political inclinations, you have to recognize this as the most blatant politicization

SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick wins RNC Co-Chair

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 27, 2023 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 SCGOP Chairman McKissick wins RNC Co-Chair Race (Columbia, S.C.) – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick was elected the Republican National Committee Co-Chair at the RNC winter meeting. “Over the last few years, we’ve had historic success for South Carolina Republicans–electing the most Republicans across our state since the end of the Civil War. Each election we’ve had since 2018, we’ve set new records and grown our margins each cycle. But these wins didn’t just happen. They’re the result of a carefully thought out and diligently executed plan that focuses on

Disappointing Decision from SC Supreme Court

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 5, 2023 press@scgop.com 803.988.8440 Extremely Disappointing Decision from South Carolina Supreme Court (Columbia, S.C.) – The South Carolina Supreme Court released its opinion striking down the Heartbeat Bill. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement. “Today’s decision by the South Carolina Supreme Court in overturning the Heartbeat Bill is extremely disappointing and yet another unfortunate example of judicial activism. The decision goes against the will of the voters in South Carolina and is yet another reminder of the critical need to reform the judicial selection and election process. We look forward

South Carolina Republicans Continue to Make History

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 9, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com South Carolina Republicans Continue to Make History (Columbia, S.C.) – In the 2022 election, South Carolina Republicans won big with historic victories across the state–flipping eight statehouse seats, seven county council seats, and several other local down ballot flips. “A red wave swept across South Carolina from the coast all the way to the upstate and proved, yet again, what we already know–that this is a solid Republican state,” said South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick. The SCGOP’s coordinated Victory Program, that works to elect the entire Republican

Far Left Lisa Ellis – Too Radical for South Carolina

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 11, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Far Left Lisa Ellis – Too Radical for South Carolina (Columbia, S.C.) – The South Carolina Republican Party launched a new website to demonstrate why Democrat nominee for State Superintendent of Education, Lisa Ellis, is too radical for South Carolina. Far Left Lisa Ellis is no moderate. She opposed reopening South Carolina schools, opposes school choice, but is fine with teaching Critical Race Theory and wants to “decolonize education.” Further, Far Left Lisa Ellis is championed by socialist Bernie Sanders’s political action organization that helped elect radicals AOC and Cori

Questionable Cunningham Needs to Come Clean

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 6, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Questionable Cunningham Needs to Come Clean (Columbia, S.C.) – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick held a press conference this afternoon demanding transparency from Democrat Joe Cunningham. See below for some of his remarks from the press conference. “Joe Cunningham’s tax returns produces more questions than answers. In fact, the more we find out about Cunningham, the more questions we have. He’s Questionable Cunningham. “He nearly tripled his income by getting elected to Congress, but he won’t tell us who he works for. He says he does consulting and

What is Democrat Annie Andrews hiding?

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 21, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com What is Democrat Annie Andrews hiding? (Columbia, S.C.) – Congressional candidates are required to submit financial disclosure reports to the U.S. House of Representatives Clerk’s Office, and less than two months away from the election, SC-01 Democrat nominee Dr. Annie Andrews still has not filed her report. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “What is Democrat Annie Andrews hiding? It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to file these reports, but even if they were challenging, are they too complicated for a Doctor? Either

Vice President Harris has been to South Carolina more than the border

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 20, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Vice President Harris has been to South Carolina more than the border (Columbia, S.C.) – Vice President Kamala Harris is returning to South Carolina today, the third time she’s visited the state as Vice President. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “Kamala Harris has been to South Carolina more times during her Vice Presidency than she has been to the southern border. Maybe this time she’s just escaping the reality of the hundreds of illegal immigrants dropped off outside her residence in D.C. We

Historic Republican win in Dillon County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 14, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Historic Republican win in Dillon County (Columbia, S.C.) – Republicans made history in the Dillon County Council special election last night. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “Last night, Republicans made history in Dillion County by electing the first Republican in county history. Congratulations to Dennis Townsend on winning his county council campaign. This win is representative of the shifting momentum we’re seeing all across the Pee Dee, and we look forward to carrying this energy into November and beyond!” ###

SC Republicans Agree: State Representative Krystle Matthews should resign

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 9, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Radical State Representative Krystle Matthews should resign (Columbia, S.C.) – In a recently published audio recording, radical Democrat State Representative and candidate for U.S. Senate Krystle Matthews advocated for treating white people “like s***” and said if people don’t like it, they can leave. See below for South Carolina Republicans statements in response: Attorney General Alan Wilson: “Following the release of the video containing an abhorrent viewpoint on race, the time has come for Representative Matthews to resign the House seat she holds and suspend her campaign for US Senate. Holding elective

Radical State Representative Krystle Matthews should resign

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 8, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Radical State Representative Krystle Matthews should resign (Columbia, S.C.) – In a recently published audio recording, radical Democrat State Representative and candidate for U.S. Senate Krystle Matthews advocated for treating white people “like s***” and said if people don’t like it, they can leave. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “Radical socialist Krystle Matthews has made it clear she is unfit to hold public office. First she called for ‘dope boy money’ and illegal straw donors to her U.S. Senate campaign, and now we

Richland County is as crooked as a snake in the grass

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 2, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Richland County is as crooked as a snake in the grass (Columbia, S.C.) — Conveniently timed under the veil of secrecy, Democrats went judge shopping to hide public information about the Cunningham-Casey ticket. The South Carolina Republican Party requested Democrat Tally Casey’s public divorce record several times over the last month. Each time, requests were denied and told something different. Yesterday morning, the Party released a statement demanding Richland County be transparent and fair with the public file of a candidate for statewide office. The same day, the court sealed the file. “It’s clear the

Richland County Hiding the Truth to Protect Democrats

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 1, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Richland County Hiding the Truth to Protect Democrats (Columbia, S.C.) — Richland County, per usual, is teaming up with Democrats to hide the truth from South Carolina voters about the Democrat Cunningham-Casey ticket. Since being named Democrat Joe Cunningham’s running mate for Lieutenant Governor, Tally Casey has had–unsurprisingly–increased scrutiny of her background and her personal life. Casey is divorced, and divorce files are public record. Her divorce file is found in the Richland County Family Court. The South Carolina Republican Party requested those records, but the Richland County Family Court

Cunningham could have picked Mickey Mouse for his running mate and it still won’t matter

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 1, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Cunningham could have picked Mickey Mouse for his running mate and it still won’t matter (Columbia, S.C.) – Long shot candidate Democrat Joe Cunningham announced his running mate this morning. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “Joe Cunningham could have picked Mickey Mouse for his running mate and it still won’t matter because South Carolina voters have proven time and time again we aren’t buying what Democrats are selling,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “We hope Cunningham enjoys his road trip to the

House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy is 55th Silver Elephant Gala Guest Speaker

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy is 55th Silver Elephant Gala Guest Speaker (Columbia, S.C.) – On Friday, July 29, the South Carolina Republican Party is hosting its 55th Annual Silver Elephant Gala, the longest standing Republican event in state history, with House Republican Leader and potential future Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy as the guest speaker. “Leader Kevin McCarthy is an aggressive advocate for our Party and our conservative candidates,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “We can’t wait to welcome him to the Palmetto State, rally behind our shared principles, and get

We agree with Jim Clyburn: Joe Cunningham needs to grow up

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com We agree with Jim Clyburn: Joe Cunningham needs to grow up (Columbia, S.C.) – In the true spirit of bipartisanship and working across party lines, South Carolina Republican Chairman Drew McKissick wholeheartedly agrees with Democrat Majority Whip Jim Clyburn. See below for Chairman McKissick’s full statement: “For once, I agree with Jim Clyburn: Joe Cunningham needs to grow up. Whether it’s calling for legalizing weed, continually and purposefully lying to voters, or disrespecting those who are 65 years or older by implying their age and experience makes them incompetent to serve, it’s clear Cunningham

We can’t wait to beat Bernie Sanders Supporter Krystle Matthews in November

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com We can’t wait to beat Bernie Sanders Supporter Krystle Matthews in November (Columbia, S.C.) – State Representative Krystle Matthews won the Democrat nomination for U.S. Senate and will face Senator Tim Scott in November. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “Congratulations to radical Democrat Krystle Matthews on winning the Democrat nomination for U.S. Senate! She is an ardent Bernie Sanders supporter who wants Democrats to infiltrate the Republican Party, wants ‘dope money’ to fund her campaign, and is okay with illegal campaign contributions. We can’t wait

Congratulations Ellen Weaver, our Republican nominee for State Superintendent of Education

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Congratulations Ellen Weaver, our Republican nominee for State Superintendent of Education (Columbia, S.C.) – Ellen Weaver won the Republican nomination for State Superintendent of Education in the runoff election. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “Congratulations to Ellen Weaver on winning the runoff election for State Superintendent of Education! We look forward to working together to ensure our school system puts the needs of our children first and does not focus on a one-size-fits-all approach in the classroom. Further, we intend to keep this seat in Republican hands

From Krystle Matthews’s mouth to the legislature’s ears

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 27, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com From Krystle Matthews’s mouth to the legislature’s ears (Columbia, S.C.) – In a recent audio recording, Democrat State Representative and candidate for U.S. Senate Krystle Matthews calls for Democrat “secret sleepers” to run as Republicans, encourages Democrats to fund her campaign with “dope money,” and says for Democrats to find people in their families, who are not donating, and put campaign contributions in their names. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “From her mouth to the legislature’s ears. Krystle Matthews brazenly calls for Democrats

Roe v. Wade overturned is a victory for life everywhere

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 24, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Roe v. Wade overturned is a victory for life everywhere (Columbia, S.C.) – The United States Supreme Court released its opinion overturning Roe v. Wade. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement. “The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade is a victory for life everywhere. The pro-life movement has been working for decades to educate and motivate folks to stand for the unborn, and we’ll continue to do just that in this new life after Roe. Today is further proof that elections

Lack of Evidence leads to 2022 Primary Protests Denied

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 24, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Lack of Evidence leads to 2022 Primary Protests Denied (Columbia, S.C.) – After hearings and a vote by the South Carolina Republican Party’s State Executive Committee, four primary protests were denied after each candidate failed to present evidence that would have changed the outcome of the June 14 primary election. The races that drew primary protests were the Governor’s race, Attorney General’s race, and two State House of Representative races (HD-43 and HD-81). “As required by state law, we held hearings for the primary protests where candidates could present their case

Congratulations to Congresswoman Nancy Mace

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Congratulations to Congresswoman Nancy Mace (Columbia, S.C.) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace won the Republican primary in the First Congressional District. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement below: “Congratulations to Nancy Mace on winning the Republican primary. Thank you to Katie Arrington for throwing your hat into the ring. Keeping the First Congressional District is the number one priority for the Party and grassroots conservatives in the Lowcountry. We’re all on the same team, and together we will beat Democrats in November!” ###

Congratulations to Trump endorsed Russell Fry

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Congratulations to Trump endorsed Russell Fry (Columbia, S.C.) – South Carolina Representative Russell Fry won the Republican Primary in the Seventh Congressional District. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement below: “Congratulations to Trump endorsed State Representative Russell Fry on winning the Republican primary outright! South Carolina, especially the Seventh Congressional District, is enthusiastically supportive of America First principles. We appreciated working together on election integrity legislation during his time in the General Assembly, and look forward to working together during his time in Congress!”

Cunningham is no problem–none

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Cunningham is no problem–none (Columbia, S.C.) – Democrat Joe Cunningham won his party’s nomination for Governor. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement below: “Joe Cunningham won the Democrat primary for Governor. What do we have to say to that? In a presidential year, Jaime Harrison and the Democrat machine spent more than $130 million in South Carolina to still lose by double digits. Not to mention that was the same cycle he lost his seat by more than he won. Cunningham is no problem. The

Congratulations to Attorney General Alan Wilson

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Congratulations to Attorney General Alan Wilson (Columbia, S.C.) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson won the Republican primary. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement below: “We’re proud, and not surprised, Attorney General Alan Wilson won the Republican primary. And thanks to the lack of Democrat engagement and support, no Democrat candidate filed against him. So congratulations Attorney General Alan Wilson on your reelection! He is a stalwart defender of the rule of law and makes our Party and state proud.” ###

Voters will reelect Gov. McMaster for four more years

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Voters will reelect Gov. McMaster for four more years (Columbia, S.C.) – South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster won the Republican primary. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement below: “We’re proud, and not surprised, that Governor McMaster won the Republican nomination. He’s a proven leader committed to defending the Constitution, the unborn, and the taxpayer. We can’t wait to see who wins the circus of the Democrat Governor’s primary, but we’re confident South Carolina voters will reelect Governor McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Evette for four

Kamala Harris Headlines Democrats’ “Pain at the Pump Convention”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 10, 2022 Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Kamala Harris Headlines Democrats’ “Pain at the Pump Convention” (Columbia, S.C.) – Vice President Kamala Harris is coming to South Carolina this evening for the South Carolina Democrat’s “Pain at the Pump Convention.” See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “We hope Kamala Harris gets a good look at the $5.00 gas prices on her way to the dinner tonight. Fortunately for her, she didn’t have to buy the gas it took her to get here. South Carolinians have less money in their pockets because

Republican majority delivers historic election integrity reform

Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Republican majority delivers historic election integrity reform (Columbia, S.C.) – Today the General Assembly saved the common sense election integrity legislation, sending it to the Governor’s desk. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “Election integrity legislation was the number one item on our legislative agenda, and after working for two sessions to get this done, we’re incredibly glad to see it cross the finish line. “South Carolina didn’t have the problems other states had in 2020, but that doesn’t mean there wasn’t room for improvement in our election laws. This

Congratulations Speaker Murrell Smith

Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com Congratulations Speaker Murrell Smith (Columbia, S.C.) — See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s statement on the S.C. House’s Speaker of the House election: “Congratulations to newly elected Speaker of the South Carolina House, Murrell Smith! The Speaker position is an honor that comes with great responsibility. We believe he’ll do an excellent job of maintaining the honor that comes with the role. We look forwarding to working together in the next legislative session and beyond.” ###

State Senate Poisoned H.4919

Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com State Senate Poisoned H.4919 (Columbia, S.C.) — See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s statement on the state of H.4919: “Over the last year, we’ve worked hand in glove with legislators to draft the strongest election integrity bill in state history only to watch the state senate fumble it on the goal line. It’s insane. I’m extremely disappointed that our state senate leadership pushed a poison pill amendment that they knew ahead of time was unacceptable and non-negotiable to the House and the Governor. “This is NOT why South Carolina Republicans worked hard

At the close of the 2022 candidate filing period, the Red Wave is a tsunami

Media contact: Claire Brady claire@scgop.com At the close of the 2022 candidate filing period, the Red Wave is a tsunami (Columbia, S.C.) – At noon the 2022 candidate filing period closed with a record number of Republican candidates to be on the midterm ballot. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “South Carolina Republicans had our winningest election cycle in 2020, and we saw that success continue in local elections in 2021. Now in 2022, it’s clear the Red Wave is about to become a tsunami, with a record-breaking 484 Republican candidates filed for office

South Carolina Speaker of the House retiring: We’ll miss his leadership

South Carolina Speaker of the House retiring: We’ll miss his leadership (Columbia, S.C.) – South Carolina Speaker of the House, Jay Lucas, announced he is not running for reelection. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “We want to sincerely thank Speaker Lucas for his years of service and commitment to our conservative causes,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “Over the years, we’ve worked together on building our Party, securing the integrity of our elections, and strengthening the Republican cause across our state. We’ll miss his leadership, but wish him well in his retirement.” ###

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Speaking at Saturday’s Trump Rally

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Speaking at Saturday’s Trump Rally (Columbia, S.C.) – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick is set to speak at the upcoming Saturday March 12 Trump Rally in Florence. See below for his full statement: “The Red Wave is rising every day, and it’s my job as state party chairman to make sure its momentum continues to grow. I’m excited to have the privilege to speak at the rally and share the success our Party’s seen in South Carolina. In 2020, we elected more Republicans across our state than in over 140 years. Headed into

Critical Election Integrity Bill, H. 4919, passes S.C. House Second Reading

Critical Election Integrity Bill, H. 4919, passes S.C. House Second Reading (Columbia, S.C.) – This afternoon, common-sense election integrity bill, H.4919, passed second reading in the S.C. House. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “We’re pleased H.4919, a common-sense election integrity bill, passed second reading in the S.C. House,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “South Carolina has better election law than other states, but we still have room to improve. In addition to other strong reforms, this bill requires the last four digits of the voter’s Social Security number associated with a mail-in absentee

With Joe Biden in the White House, the State of the Union is bleak

With Joe Biden in the White House, the State of the Union is bleak (Columbia, S.C.) – Tonight President Joe Biden will deliver his State of the Union address. See below for South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “With Joe Biden in the White House, the State of the Union is bleak. Thanks to his failed leadership, we’ve experienced crisis after crisis–most of which could have been prevented in the first place,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “Republican leadership means a thriving country and a safer world. Democrat control means sky high inflation, emboldened enemies, less secure

President Trump Coming to South Carolina

President Trump Coming to South Carolina (Columbia, S.C.) – This morning, President Trump announced he is returning to South Carolina for a rally. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “After a year of crises and failures from the Biden Administration, it’s no surprise folks are eager to rally behind a Republican, America First agenda. That’s why we’re excited to welcome President Trump back to South Carolina,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “Under President Trump’s leadership, our Party saw exponential growth everywhere, but particularly in rural, historically Democrat Pee Dee counties. “Sky high gas prices, inflation through the

SCGOP Urges Congress to Regulate Big Tech

SCGOP Urges Congress to Regulate Big Tech (Columbia, S.C.) – At its first quarter meeting, the South Carolina Republican Party Executive Committee unanimously passed a resolution urging Congress to pass Senator Graham’s American Innovation and Choice Online Act. “After years of Big Tech’s unfair standards, constant platform policy changes, and power consolidation, Republicans are fed up and want to know there will be some kind of new check against their powers,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “Passing the American Innovation and Choice Online Act will help protect consumers and keep the free market moving in the digital world.” Key points

Last Democrat on Dorchester County Council switches to the Republican Party

Last Democrat on Dorchester County Council switches to the Republican Party (St. George, S.C.) – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Harriet Holman, the last Democrat on Dorchester County Council, switching to the Republican Party. “After a year of Joe Biden in the White House and a Democrat controlled Congress, it’s no surprise more and more people are switching to the Republican Party. Between sky high inflation, multiple foreign policy disasters, a surge at our southern border, and a spike in crime, we’ve seen the failures and crises caused by Democrat leadership on full display,” said SCGOP

Under Governor McMaster’s Republican leadership, South Carolina is soaring to new heights

Under Governor McMaster’s Republican leadership, South Carolina is soaring to new heights (Columbia, S.C.) – Governor Henry McMaster delivered his State of the State address this evening. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full response: “We’re fortunate to live in a state with such strong Republican leadership, and COVID reaffirmed that. During the pandemic, Governor McMaster consistently led the way, and now South Carolina is bouncing back better and faster than most of the country. Our unemployment rate is at a record low, new industry is coming to all corners of the state, and more jobs are being added

South Carolina isn’t buying what Democrats are selling—neither is rest of U.S.

South Carolina isn’t buying what Democrats are selling—neither is rest of U.S. (Columbia, S.C.) – Joe Biden returned to South Carolina and spoke at S.C. State’s graduation this morning. See SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s response below: “Joe Biden conveniently failed to mention that his policies and failed leadership have resulted in sky high inflation, unprecedented surges at the southern border, and Americans killed and stranded in Afghanistan,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “Democrat poll numbers are tanking across the country because of their radical ideas, and after Biden’s Build Back Better failed, now they’re trying to pass a bill to

SCGOP Passes Election Integrity Resolution

SCGOP Passes Election Integrity Resolution (Columbia, S.C.) – On Saturday, December 11 the South Carolina Republican Party held its fourth quarter State Executive Committee meeting. By an unanimous voice vote, the committee passed a comprehensive election integrity resolution, calling on the General Assembly to pass the initiatives into law. The resolution focused on securing elections and preventing against opportunities for voter fraud before voting happens. Some of the points included: Requiring all county election commissions to fall under the authority of the State Election Commission Requiring the State Election Commission conduct hand recount audits of randomly selected precincts after each

Election integrity matters regardless of candidate or outcome

Election integrity matters regardless of candidate or outcome (Columbia, S.C.) – After several problems at the polls during the Columbia’s mayor’s race yesterday, the State Election Commission ordered a hand count audit. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “The South Carolina Election Commission’s interim director hit the nail on the head when he said, ‘Everything that could have gone wrong went wrong in Richland County.’ There’s no excuse for all the problems voters experienced at the polls. “It should be easy to vote and hard to cheat. The South Carolina Republican Party has been leading the charge

Voters are tired of Democrat control

Voters are tired of Democrat control (Columbia, S.C.) – Today was the runoff election for the Columbia’s mayor’s race. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “South Carolina voters have proven yet again they reject Democrat agendas. Wishlists full of emotion, promises without tangible plans, and radical ideas fall on deaf ears in the Palmetto State,said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick.“Daniel Rickenmann was a quality candidate who put in the work, connected with voters, and communicated a realistic message. We want to extend a huge congratulations to him, his family, and his campaign. ”After Democrats pulled out all the

South Carolina will mourn the loss of State Senator Hugh Leatherman

South Carolina will mourn the loss of State Senator Hugh Leatherman (Columbia, S.C.) – Longtime Republican State Senator Hugh Leatherman passed away earlier today. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “Senator Leatherman dedicated almost half of his life to serving the people of Florence County and South Carolina. His commitment to the Port and so many other initiatives propelled our state forward. We’re grateful for his decades of service, and our prayers are with Mrs. Jean and the rest of the Leatherman family,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick ###

Concerned Parents Should NOT be called terrorists

Concerned Parents Should NOT be called terrorists (Columbia, S.C.) – After the National School Board Association (NSBA) called parents “terrorists” and strong urging from S.C. lawmakers, the S.C. School Board Association withdrew from the NSBA. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “After the National School Board Association called concerned parents at school board meetings ‘terrorists’, we’re glad to see the South Carolina School Board Association withdraw from the national group,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “Parents shouldn’t be called terrorists because they’re concerned with what’s being taught in their child’s classroom. We want to thank the Republican

Republicans picked up big wins in municipal races across the state

Republicans picked up big wins in municipal races across the state (Columbia, S.C.) – Republicans all across the state picked up big wins in municipal races. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: “We’ve proven over and over that voters are not buying what Democrats are selling,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “Congratulations to the newly elected Republican Georgetown city council members and mayor-elect Carol Jayroe, all the Republicans who won in New Ellenton and the City of Aiken, Republican Jim Bannister who won Public Works Commissioner in the city of Greenville, and Republican Florence County Councilman-elect Tony

SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick: Municipal elections show Republican momentum still strong

SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick: Municipal elections show Republican momentum still strong (Columbia, S.C.) – The City of Georgetown elected three Republican city council members and a Republican mayor for the first time in city history. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement: ”These long 10 months have shown everyone what a disaster it is when Democrats lead. In 2020, South Carolina Republicans had the most successful election cycle in more than 140 years,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “That momentum is still going strong across the state, with a prime example being the city of Georgetown electing three

Conservative talk show host Armstrong Williams, Florida Congresswoman Kat Cammack, Texas Congressman Ronny Jackson more to speak at SCGOP’s inaugural First in the South Republican Action Conference

Conservative talk show host Armstrong Williams, Florida Congresswoman Kat Cammack, Texas Congressman Ronny Jackson more to speak at SCGOP’s inaugural First in the South Republican Action Conference (Columbia, S.C.) – Conservative talk show host Armstrong Williams, Florida Congresswoman Kat Cammack, Texas Congressman and former White House physician Ronny Jackson, and South Carolina U.S. Senator Tim Scott are set to speak at the South Carolina Republican Party’s inaugural First in the South Republican Action Conference in late October. “Our schedule for the weekend is filling up, and we’re excited these leaders in our Party are a part of lineup,” said SCGOP

Senator Rick Scott, Former Secretary of Energy Rick Perry, more to speak at SCGOP’s inaugural First in the South Republican Action Conference

Senator Rick Scott, Former Secretary of Energy Rick Perry, more to speak at SCGOP’s inaugural First in the South Republican Action Conference (Columbia, S.C.) – Florida Senator Rick Scott, former Secretary of Energy Rick Perry, former President Trump Chief of Staff and RNC Chairman Reince Priebus, and conservative attorney Cleta Mitchell are set to speak at the South Carolina Republican Party’s inaugural First in the South Republican Action Conference in late October. “We’re excited to announce these conservative leaders as our first confirmed speakers at our First in the South Republican Action Conference,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “Our grassroots

Joe Biden cares more about killing the unborn than rescuing Americans stranded in Afghanistan

Joe Biden cares more about killing the unborn than rescuing Americans stranded in Afghanistan (Columbia, S.C.) – Joe Biden announced he’s going to direct a “whole-of-government” response to the United States Supreme Court’s ruling on Texas SB8. See SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s response below: “If Joe Biden were really the champion of women’s rights like he claims, then he never would have pulled out our troops from Afghanistan before all our citizens–men and women–were evacuated. He would have never trusted the Taliban to ‘promise’ safe exit for our citizens, and he would never have allowed his Press Secretary to suggest

SCGOP to push RNC Election Integrity Committee findings to tighten state election laws

SCGOP to push RNC Election Integrity Committee findings to tighten state election laws (Columbia, S.C.) – After investing $40 million into lawsuits protecting ballot security, recounts, and poll watching in 2020, the RNC Election Integrity Committee, with SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick an appointed member, released its report findings from the 2020 election and its plan to protect ballot security moving forward. The committee investigations found various Democrat-run cities and states used COVID-19 to make last minute changes through unorthodox methods to election laws, and recommends to: Clean up their voter rolls Eliminate same-day and automatic voter registration Enact voter ID requirements

SCGOP to host inaugural First in the South Republican Action Conference in October

SCGOP to host inaugural First in the South Republican Action Conference in October (Columbia, S.C.) – The South Carolina Republican Party is hosting its inaugural First in the South Republican Action Conference in Myrtle Beach this October to underline and emphasize the importance South Carolina plays in the presidential primary timeline. The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) style conference will be a place for potential Republican 2024 presidential candidates, Party leaders, and elected officials to meet South Carolina activists and be introduced to the Palmetto State. Throughout the weekend, attendees will hear from guest speakers and participate in various trainings.

Former Trump Administration Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is 54th Silver Elephant Gala Guest Speaker

Former Trump Administration Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is 54th Silver Elephant Gala Guest Speaker (Columbia, S.C.) – On Friday, July 30, the South Carolina Republican Party is hosting its 54th Annual Silver Elephant Gala, the longest standing GOP event in state history. With great excitement, the SCGOP is pleased to announce staunch conservative and former Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo as the guest speaker. “Secretary Pompeo is an excellent champion for our conservative cause, and has proven that here at home and on the world stage,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “We look forward to welcoming him to the

Darlington Democrat switches to the Republican Party

Darlington Democrat switches to the Republican Party (Darlington, S.C.) – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Darlington County’s Clerk of Court, Scott B. Suggs’s, decision to switch to the Republican Party. “We’ve seen more and more folks switch to the Republican Party because the Democrat Party is moving further and faster to the left with each passing day,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “It’s not surprising people are noticing that Republicans deliver results while Democrat policies come with a headache and a steep bill. We’re excited to welcome Scott to our Party, and look forward to working

Senator Scott did what he does best: explain our conservative values to folks on a personal level

(Columbia, S.C.) – See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s statement on Senator Tim Scott’s response to Biden’s address to Congress: “Senator Scott did what he does best: explain our conservative values to folks in a way that makes sense on a personal level. The Biden Administration claims they want unity and to move our country forward, but their radical policies do the exact opposite and Senator Scott proved that tonight,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “Tim Scott is the comprehensive conservative who knows firsthand the importance of expanding access to the classroom through school choice, empowering individuals by cutting

SCGOP Executive Committee Votes on State Convention Plans

(Columbia, S.C.) – Tonight the South Carolina Republican Party Executive Committee voted to have a hybrid in-person state convention on Saturday May 15. Per state law and SCGOP rules, the Party reorganizes every two years, with precinct meetings throughout March, county conventions in April, and state convention in May. Roughly 1,400 people, at a minimum, from across the state typically attend the state convention–delegates, alternates, and guests. Thanks to Governor Henry McMaster, South Carolina is open for business because the government has lifted COVID restrictions. Individual businesses and venues have the personal choice about capacity restrictions and protocols. This is

Former President Trump endorses SCGOP Chairman

Former President Trump endorses SCGOP Chairman (Columbia, S.C.) – Yesterday evening former President Donald Trump officially endorsed SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick in his reelection bid. In a handwritten note, President Trump told Chairman McKissick, he has “[his] complete and total endorsement. Great job!” “When President Trump was at the top of the ticket, we saw historic gains across the country but especially here in South Carolina,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “He brought a record number of people into the Party, expanded our geographic and demographic support, and drove turnout across the state. “As a result, South Carolina has more

SCGOP Chairman McKissick appointed to RNC Election Integrity Committee

SCGOP Chairman McKissick appointed to RNC Election Integrity Committee (Washington, D.C.) – This afternoon the Republican National Committee announced the formation of an Election Integrity Committee, focused on maintaining and restoring trust in elections and preventing voter fraud. While issues and allegations of fraud and irregularities occurred across the country, South Carolina handled the 2020 election the right way, despite Democrat filed lawsuits in federal and state courts attempting to change election law through judges and not the legislature. The South Carolina Republican Party successfully intervened in all three cases immediately–taking one all the way to the United States Supreme

SCGOP Formally Censures Congressman Tom Rice

SCGOP Formally Censures Congressman Tom Rice (Columbia, S.C.) – Roughly two weeks ago, Congressman Tom Rice voted with Democrats to impeach outgoing President Trump, disappointing the Party and our Seventh Congressional District. After the vote, a letter and potential resolution at the grassroots level started forming in SC-07. Then becoming a county resolution, the resolution was proposed to the state resolutions committee. It then passed out of the resolutions committee and went to the full SCGOP State Executive Committee for a vote. At the quarterly meeting today, the SCGOP State Executive Committee passed the resolution to formally censure Congressman Rice.

SCGOP Chairman’s statement on the attempt to impeach President Trump

SCGOP Chairman McKissick’s statement on the attempt to impeach President Trump (Columbia, S.C.) – The U.S. House voted to impeach President Trump this evening. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement about the impeachment attempt: “After refusing to accept the 2016 election results, claiming the Trump campaign was colluding with Russia, then spending an absurd amount of taxpayer dollars on a witch hunt, Democrats have been looking for any excuse to get rid of President Trump ever since he set foot in the Oval Office. “Trying to impeach the President with just a week left in his term

SCGOP Chairman on the state of presidential race

SCGOP Chairman on the state of presidential race (Columbia, S.C.) – See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s statement on the state of the presidential race: “Right now, the election is not over yet. The Trump campaign has made it clear they’re investigating allegations of voting irregularities and fraud,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “All legal votes should be counted, illegal votes should not. The legal battles will continue into next week. A winner will be decided after they conclude and the country should wait on those results.” ###

SCGOP beats Democrats on straight ticket voting for third straight election

SCGOP beats Democrats on straight ticket voting for third straight election (Columbia, S.C.) – The SCGOP beat Democrats on straight ticket voting for the third straight cycle by a margin of 17%, more than doubling the margin from 2018. Just under 2.5 million S.C. residents voted for president, with 1.6 million choosing straight ticket. Out of that total, 935,584 Republicans voted straight ticket, or 59% of straight ticket votes compared to Democrats’ 41%. In 2016, Republicans beat Democrats for the first time on straight ticket voting, by a margin of 2.9%. Continuing that historic trend, Republicans again beat Democrats in

Republican State Representative Nancy Mace defeats incumbent Democrat Joe Cunningham

Republican State Representative Nancy Mace defeats Democrat Joe Cunningham (Columbia, S.C.) – Early this morning, Republican State Representative Nancy Mace defeated Democrat Joe Cunningham, flipping back the First Congressional District. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s statement: “Nancy Mace proved what we already knew: the First Congressional District is a Republican district. She worked hard all the way through to the finish line and we couldn’t be more proud of what she accomplished” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “We’re excited to be able to send a new Nancy to Congress!” ###

Senator Lindsey Graham defeats Associate Chairman of the DNC Jaime Harrison

Senator Lindsey Graham defeats Associate Chairman of the DNC Jaime Harrison (Columbia, S.C.) – Senator Lindsey Graham, unsurprisingly, defeated Associate Chairman of the DNC, Jaime Harrison, winning his reelection campaign. See SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement below: “Democrat Jaime Harrison raised $120 million from out-of-state liberals and I’d like to thank all them for their investment into our economy,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “He spent his entire campaign hiding from voters, hiding from issues, hiding from the national Democrat baggage, hiding from everything except the wallets of Hollywood elitists and radical liberals. South Carolina is a Republican state,

Democrat Jaime Harrison deserves to answer about dark money super PAC

Democrat Jaime Harrison deserves to answer about dark money super PAC (Columbia, S.C.) – In an attempt to confuse voters for Democrat Jaime Harrison’s sake, Liberty S.C., a dark money super PAC, has been flooding South Carolina airwaves and mailboxes over the last week. The mail pieces and digital ads have been from a group masquerading as a conservative leaning PAC, promoting Dr. Bledsoe and attacking Senator Graham. But Liberty S.C. is far from a conservative group–it’s using Democrat Party vendors, such as The Mammen Group. Liberty S.C. is a desperate, “pop up PAC” created at the 11th hour to

Associate Chairman of the DNC, Jaime Harrison, is getting desperate

Associate Chairman of the DNC, Jaime Harrison, is getting desperate (Columbia, S.C.) – Jaime Harrison, the current Associate Chairman of the DNC, and his campaign are getting desperate. See below for Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement on his latest last-ditch tactics: “Associate Chairman of the DNC Jaime Harrison is connected with the national Democrat baggage, whether he wants to be or not. He knows it, voters know it, and now he’s getting desperate,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick.”Whether it’s running deceiving ads against a candidate that dropped out and endorsed Senator Graham, or running an ad with Obama, who lost

U.S. Supreme Court grants unanimous win to Republican effort to maintain ballot security

U.S. Supreme Court grants unanimous win to Republican effort to maintain ballot security (Columbia, S.C.) – This evening the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously granted a stay to the U.S. Court of Appeals Fourth Circuit ruling, reinstating the witness signature requirement. See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s full statement on the U.S Supreme Court’s motion: “Despite the Democrats’ efforts to hijack a pandemic and use it to meddle with our election laws, they’ve lost,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “We’re pleased the Supreme Court reinstated the witness signature requirement and recognized its importance in helping to prevent election fraud. We were willing

Former Trump White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders is 53rd Silver Elephant Gala Guest Speaker

Former Trump White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders is 53rd Silver Elephant Gala Guest Speaker (Columbia, S.C.) – On Friday, September 11th, the South Carolina Republican Party is hosting its 53rd Annual Silver Elephant Gala, the longest standing GOP event in the state’s history. With great excitement, the SCGOP is pleased to announce strong conservative and former Trump White House Press Secretary, Sarah Huckabee Sanders as the guest speaker. “Sarah Huckabee Sanders is a strong Republican and a good friend of the Palmetto State,” said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “We look forward to welcoming her, hearing her story, and

SCGOP Chairman McKissick’s statement on Biden’s VP pick

SCGOP Chairman McKissick’s statement on Biden’s VP pick (Columbia, S.C.) – See below for SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s statement on Joe Biden’s Vice Presidential pick: “Kamala Harris is a radical, pro-abortion Democrat who wants to confiscate guns, pass Medicare-for-All, let illegal immigrants in our country by the thousands, and pass AOC’s Green New Deal. She claims to be an advocate for minorities but she has sat back and watched her own party continue to take African-Americans for granted for decades. That’s all anybody in S.C. needs to know about her, and Sleepy Joe for picking her.” –SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick ###

Calling Senator Tim Scott a “Token” is Not Productive

SCGOP: Calling Senator Tim Scott a “Token” is Not Productive (Columbia, S.C.) – Yesterday, on the five-year anniversary of the senseless, evil murders at Mother Emanuel Church in Charleston, Senator Tim Scott introduced his JUSTICE Act bill on the Senate floor. The police reform bill has bipartisan support and focuses on transparency and training. While Senator Scott has been listening to Americans, meeting and talking with law enforcement officials, senators on both sides of the aisle, and working to address needed change, a high-ranking Senate Democrat was busy calling the JUSTICE Act and Senator Scott’s efforts a “token process.” See below

President Trump Wins South Carolina Democrat Primary

Columbia, SC.—South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement this evening regarding the Democrat Presidential Primary results: “The real winner of the South Carolina Democrat primary is President Trump. Democrats have spent all of their time reminding voters that they support policies that would increase taxes, strip away private health insurance, gut the Second Amendment and destroy our record- breaking economy. Their socialist agenda will be rejected in November when Americans come together to re-elect President Trump.”

SCGOP Statement on CNN Democrat Town Hall Night 2

Charleston, South Carolina – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement tonight following the conclusion of the 2nd CNN Town Hall featuring Joe Biden, Mike Bloomberg, Elizabeth Warren and Amy Klobuchar: “Tonight’s CNN town hall was just another forum for Democrats to discuss who is best qualified to raise our taxes and eliminate our jobs. While they all seem to be qualified to do that, I believe that South Carolinians will prefer to stay with President Trump and the thousands of jobs that he has added to our economy.”

SCGOP Statement on Jim Clyburn’s Endorsement of Joe Biden

Charleston, SC.—South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement this morning regarding Rep. Jim Clyburn’s endorsement of Joe Biden: “After a completely lackluster campaign so far, Joe Biden’s huge lead in South Carolina has dwindled to the point that he’s now counting on Jim Clyburn to pull his fat out of the fire and save him from Bernie Sanders. We’ll see if it makes any difference come Saturday.”

SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s Statement on South Carolina Democrat Debate

Charleston, South Carolina – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement tonight after the Democratic Party primary debate in Charleston: “Tonight was just more of the same, 2020 Democrats trying to sell a socialist agenda that voters in South Carolina aren’t going to buy. President Trump has the Palmetto State’s economy booming, and a government takeover of health care and new tax increases would only destroy that economy. President Trump has always delivered for South Carolina, and we will deliver for him this November.” ###

SCGOP Statement on SCDP Dinner and CNN Town Hall

Columbia, SC.—South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement tonight regarding the SCDP’s ‘First in the South Dinner’ and the CNN Democrat presidential town hall: “We look forward to running against any nominee of a party that proudly stands in favor of raising taxes, more burdensome regulations, and legal abortion right up until the moment of birth- not to mention their disdain for our 2nd Amendment rights. Clearly, this isn’t an agenda that will sell nationwide, let alone here in South Carolina.”

SCGOP Statement on Buttigieg and Biden visit

Columbia, SC.—South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding the visits to the state by Pete Buttigieg and Joe Biden after they both lost to Bernie Sanders in the Nevada caucus: “We are happy to welcome back two Democrat candidates who have NEVER won a state primary. Both Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg vastly underperformed in Nevada and if given the chance they’ll underperform in November. We look forward to running against whichever extremist the Democrats decide to nominate.”

ICYMI: Greenville News: How Trump’s recently signed trade deals will benefit South Carolina

We wanted to flag a recent Greenville News op-ed written by Rep. William Timmons, which highlights the strong trade deals that President Trump has succeeded in negotiating on behalf of our country. Trade is critical to South Carolina farmers and manufacturers, and both the USMCA and Phase One of the China deal will have a huge impact on our state and workers. In Case You Missed It… How Trump’s recently signed trade deals will benefit South Carolina Greenville News Op-Ed Rep. William Timmons February 16, 2020 When President Trump was sworn into office, he made a commitment to restore American

SCGOP Statement on President Trump’s North Charleston Rally

Columbia, SC.—South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding the announcement that President Donald J. Trump will hold a Keep America Great rally on Friday, February 28, 2020 at the North Charleston Coliseum in North Charleston, South Carolina: ” We are thrilled to welcome President Trump back to South Carolina. For more than a year, Democrats have been running all across our state trying to sell a radical socialist agenda. Now we get to hear directly from President Trump about why his conservative vision and record is a much better fit for the Palmetto State. The president has

“Joe, I’m asking you to come with me and the legislative Black Caucus and disavowal Dick Harpootlian and what he had to say..”

In case you missed it, tonight Tom Steyer blasted Joe Biden over his refusal to disavow the racist statements made earlier this week by top Biden supporter and Democrat State Senator, Dick Harpootlian. But this isn’t Harpootlian’s first run in with racial controversy. Back in 1986, Harpootlian was quoted as saying “I don’t want to buy the black vote. I just want to rent it for a day.” During that same time period, Joe Biden was helping pass the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1986, which “helped fuel big racial disparities in incarceration.” Bottom line: It’s clear that Joe Biden’s campaign is in a free fall after failing terribly in Iowa, but Biden’s refusal to disavowal

SCGOP Statement on Vice President Pence’s visit to South Carolina

Columbia, SC.—South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Vice President Pence’s visit to South Carolina: “We are excited to welcome Vice President Pence back to South Carolina to support the Trump- Pence re-election effort. The Trump agenda has been a huge success for the Palmetto State, and it is critical that we do all we can to ensure that there will be four more years of record- breaking achievements. From tax cuts to new trade deals and regulatory overhaul, it’s clear that no 2020 Democrat can match the record of success that President Trump and

SCGOP Welcomes Two Time Loser, Joe Biden, Back to South Carolina

Columbia, SC.—South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement tonight regarding Joe Biden’s return to South Carolina: “After watching Joe Biden get blown out in both Iowa and New Hampshire, we are excited to welcome him back to the Palmetto State. While it’s an interesting strategy to already be overlooking Nevada, we understand that his severe lack of support and voter enthusiasm across the country led his team to get a little desperate.” “We’ll see if he gets his mojo back here in South Carolina as he campaigns with his friend and top surrogate, Dick Harpootlian.” ###

“Joe, I’m asking you to come with me and the legislative Black Caucus and disavowal Dick Harpootlian and what he had to say..”

ICYMI: Rep. Jeff Duncan: Trump is exonerated, forever acquitted

Published in The Hill: https://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/politics/482087-trump-is-exonerated-forever-acquitted?rnd=1581111277 President Donald Trump is acquitted for life! The Democrats’ impeachment witch hunt has finally come to a close. Here’s the disgraceful sham by the numbers: 134 wasted days not working for the American people. 119 Democrats who supported impeachment before the whistleblower complaint became public. 17 Democrat witnesses called. 0 Republican witnesses called. 3 silver platters Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) used to present celebratory pens for the “solemn” signing ceremony. 33 days Speaker Nancy Pelosi held the extremely “urgent” articles of impeachment. 63 million votes Democrats tried to invalidate due to their hatred of the

SCGOP Statement on Vice President Pence’s visit to South Carolina

ICYMI: President Trump’s State of the Union address was a winner — and his administration has been one, too

President Donald Trump’s “America First” agenda has ushered in a Great American Comeback— and here are just some of his achievements: Our economy is on fire, and it is only continuing to roar: we’re talking 7.3 million jobs created and a 50-year low unemployment rate since the 2016 election (including a historically low 2.3% unemployment rate in South Carolina). The United States is a leader on the world stage with our trade agreement with Canada and Mexico, as well as the new trade deal with China. The president’s devotion to an American energy renaissance has allowed us to achieve long-lasting

SCGOP statement on the vindication of President Trump

Columbia, SC.—South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the below statement following the U.S. Senate vote to acquit President Trump: “From day one this has been a sham impeachment effort driven by the Democrats desire to overturn the results of the 2016 election and to try to win through impeachment what they couldn’t win at the ballot box. They failed, and now it is time to move forward and continue to fight for an agenda that prioritizes strong economic growth, conservative principles, and putting America First. “In 2016, President Trump ran on a strong agenda, this time he is running

ICYMI: Rep. Jeff Duncan: Democrat-led impeachment trial ‘will cause irreparable harm to our country’

We wanted to flag a recent op-ed written by Rep. Jeff Duncan, which warns that the Democrat-led impeachment witch hunt would cause “irreparable harm to our country.” It’s clear that this impeachment sham was rigged from the beginning against President Trump and as Rep. Duncan states in his op-ed, “history will not be kind to the Democrats of the 116th Congress” – we certainly concur with that analysis. In case you missed it… Democrat-led impeachment trial ‘will cause irreparable harm to our country’ Greenville News Op-Ed Rep. Jeff Duncan January 27, 2020 https://www.greenvilleonline.com/story/opinion/2020/01/26/jeff-duncan-opinion-why-democrat-led-impeachment-trial-dangerous-road/4552171002/ On Dec. 18, 2019, I voted “no”

Hollywood Elites for Harrison

In case you missed it, yet another Hollywood elite has weighed in on the South Carolina Senate race, and surprise, it is to support Hollywood’s favorite candidate, former D.C. lobbyist, Jaime Harrison. Alyssa Milano, a Hollywood actress and California resident took to Twitter this morning to ask her followers to donate to Jaime Harrison and to help him defeat Senator Graham. It’s clear that liberal elites outside of South Carolina will continue to try and buy this Senate seat, but with Senator Graham’s strong grassroots support and record-breaking fundraising, their efforts will ultimately be futile. “Once again, Hollywood leftists are

ICYMI: The State: Democrat vying to unseat Republican Joe Wilson would have voted to impeach Trump

We wanted to highlight an article from The State, which confirms what we all knew, that Adair Boroughs would have voted with Alexandria Ocasio- Cortez, Nancy Pelosi, and Joe Cunningham to impeach President Trump in the U.S. House of Representatives sham witch hunt. It’s becoming clear that Adair Boroughs is just another partisan Democrat that won’t fight for South Carolina families. The voters of SC-02 overwhelmingly support President Trump and Rep. Wilson and will vote to re-elect both this November. In case you missed it… Democrat vying to unseat Republican Joe Wilson would have voted to impeach Trump The State

ICYMI: Post and Courier: US-China trade deal good news for SC exporters; rule changes will be better

We wanted to flag a recent editorial from the Post and Courier, which describes how beneficial the new US- China trade deal is for South Carolinians. Since day one, President Trump has been focused on ensuring that Americans are no longer taken advantage of on trade. This deal ensures that exporters across South Carolina finally receive a fair shake when doing business in China. In Case You Missed It… US-China trade deal good news for SC exporters; rule changes will be better Post & Courier Editorial Board January 16, 2020 The new trade agreement that the United States and China

SCGOP Statement on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Columbia, SC.—South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: “MLK Day is a time to honor one of our country’s greatest champions for change, justice, and equal rights. Dr. King fought to challenge our country to live up to the ideals that our nation was founded on, including the belief that all us are created equal. “Under President Trump’s leadership, Republicans have fought hard to pass legislation and support policies that benefit all Americans, regardless of where you were born, what color you are, or what your economic status is,

SCGOP Statement on Joe Cunningham’s Planned Parenthood Endorsement

Columbia, SC.—South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Rep. Joe Cunningham’s recent endorsement from Planned Parenthood action: “In an amazing display of complete political tone deafness, Joe Cunningham continues to put the politics of abortion over the voters of the Lowcountry. By accepting an endorsement from Planned Parenthood; a group that supports legalized abortion right up until the moment of birth, Joe is signaling that he plans to continue to stand with the abortion lobby over those who fight for life.” ###

SCGOP Statement on Signing of Phase One China Trade Deal

Columbia, SC.- South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today applauding President Trump’s signing of the historic phase one trade agreement with China: “This is another big win for President Trump and the people of South Carolina. The historic phase one trade deal with China will ensure that South Carolina’s manufacturing and farming industries continue to grow and prosper, while also cracking down on China’s unfair and egregious trade practices. Under this agreement, China has also agreed to purchase at least $200 billion in American products over the next two years. As a manufacturing and farming

SCGOP Statement on Joe Cunningham’s town hall

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today in response to Rep. Joe Cunningham’s town hall in Charleston: “Just a month ago, Joe Cunningham sided with Nancy Pelosi and the extremist Dems over the wishes of Lowcountry voters when it came to impeachment. Today’s town hall made it clear that Joe Cunningham will continue to say anything to try and convince people that he is a moderate. After voting for impeachment and with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio- Cortez more than 85 percent of the time, it’s clear that he is no moderate. South Carolinians

SCGOP Statement on Deval Patrick’s visit to South Carolina

Columbia, SC.– South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on Deval Patrick’s visit to South Carolina: “Apparently two Massachusetts liberals weren’t enough for the Democrat Party. Just like with Elizabeth Warren and Seth Moulton, we look forward to seeing Deval Patrick waste his time and money on this effort. South Carolina’s economy is booming because of President Trump’s pro-growth policies, we look forward to seeing him re-elected in November.”

“It’s probably worse than a hurricane”- Joe Cunningham

Hugo, Matthew, Floyd… are all names of real hurricanes that hit South Carolina and destroyed lives, livelihoods, and homes- but Rep. Joe Cunningham believes that the real danger to the Lowcountry comes from the potential lack of European wine. That’s right, Cunningham recently stated that “it’s probably worse than a hurricane,” when discussing tariffs that were put on European wine. Rep. Cunningham should go talk to those who have seen the lasting and devastating impacts that hurricanes have had on our state before casually comparing it to economic policies. We realize that Rep. Cunningham is somewhat new to South Carolina

SCGOP Statement on Rep. Joe Cunningham’s Impeachment Vote

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Rep. Joe Cunningham’s vote in support of impeaching President Trump: “Tonight, Joe Cunningham voted to overrule the will of the people of the 1st Congressional District by siding with House Democrats in a partisan attempt to overturn the results of the 2016 election. From day one, this was a witch hunt that was meant to ensure that Democrats don’t lose to President Trump again in 2020 – and Cunningham fully supported it. His ‘Lowcountry over politics’ slogan is now shown to be a load

ICYMI: The State: Should SC’s Joe Cunningham vote to impeach? His district’s voters say no, poll shows

Good afternoon- In case you missed it, this morning The State released an article highlighting a poll commissioned by the South Carolina Republican Party, which showed that voters in the 1st Congressional District want Rep. Joe Cunningham to vote against impeaching President Trump. By a nearly 20-point swing, the poll showed that voters in the Lowcountry continue to stand with President Trump and against the impeachment sham. In a district that President Trump carried in 2016, Cunningham faces a tough decision – lose his seat by standing with Nancy Pelosi and her Washington witch hunt or listen to his constituents and vote

SCGOP Statement on Presidential Primary Lawsuit Ruling

Columbia, SC. – The South Carolina Republican Party released the following statement regarding today’s ruling on the presidential primary lawsuit: “We are pleased that the judge agreed with us that we don’t have to waste taxpayer dollars holding a presidential primary to find out what we already know: that South Carolinians support President Trump. We also appreciate that the judge recognized that the SCGOP’s State Executive Committee followed the law, its party rules, and historical precedent. We look forward to continuing our work to re-elect President Trump and Republicans up and down the ballot.” – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick

SCGGOP Chairman Drew McKissick’s Statement on Speaker Pelosi’s Impeachment Announcement

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Nancy Pelosi’s announcement that House Democrats will move forward with their sham impeachment process: “Throughout this entire process, we have watched House Democrats deny President Trump due process, ignore crucial facts, and present a partisan case aimed at overturning the 2016 election. By supporting this witch hunt, Rep. Joe Cunningham has shown that he will always put the views of the socialist squad over those of Lowcountry voters. Instead of wasting time on this stunt, Democrats should be working with Republicans to pass the

ICYMI: Washington Times: Pete Buttigieg presidential campaign fails to gain traction among South Carolinians

SCGOP Statement on Cory Booker’s visit to South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Cory Booker’s visit to the South Carolina: “We are glad to see that Cory Booker is apparently still in the race. We were wondering if he would last this long, but we do look forward to seeing him continue to waste his time and money reminding South Carolinians of just how extreme the Democrat Party really is. We appreciate his continuing to be useful in promoting our message by way of contrast.” ###

SCGOP Statement on the Democrat’s Frivolous Lawsuit

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding the frivolous lawsuit filed today by the DSCC, DCCC, and SCDP: “The Democrats are just trying to change the rules because they know they can’t win at the ballot box. This is just one more example of Democrats not taking election security seriously and instead using out of state lawyers to waste valuable taxpayer dollars.” ###

ICYMI: Post and Courier: SC jobless rate reaches ‘astounding’ low; Charleston area tied for lowest rate in US

ICYMI: Today it was announced that the jobless rate in South Carolina has reached an ‘astounding’ low rate of 2.6 percent, and that the Charleston area currently has an unemployment rate of just 1.5 percent, which is tied for the lowest unemployment rate in the COUNTRY. Greenville, Hilton Head, and Spartanburg tied for the 2nd lowest unemployment rate in the country at 1.6 percent. It is clear that the policies implemented by President Trump and Republican leadership are continuing to deliver for everyday South Carolinians. On top of these ‘astounding’ stats, South Carolinians have also seen over 116,000 new jobs

SCGOP Statement on Deval Patrick’s first visit to South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina.- South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement tonight regarding Deval Patrick’s first visit to the Palmetto State: “Apparently one Massachusetts liberal wasn’t enough for the Democrat Party. Just like with Elizabeth Warren and Joe Biden, we look forward to seeing Deval Patrick waste his time and money on this futile effort. South Carolina’s economy is booming because of President Trump and we look forward to seeing him re-elected in 2020.” ###

ICYMI: The State: GOP groups launch ad campaigns attacking SC’s Cunningham over impeachment inquiry

We wanted to flag a recent article from The State that highlights how the RNC, SCGOP, and Republican organizations are working to hold Joe Cunningham responsible for his decision to support an impeachment inquiry into President Trump. Instead of working to pass the USMC or secure the border, Joe Cunningham and House Democrats are wasting time on a partisan impeachment agenda. We will continue to hold him responsible until he votes to Stop the Madness. In Case You Missed It… GOP groups launch ad campaigns attacking SC’s Cunningham over impeachment inquiry The State Emily Bohatch November 14, 2019 https://www.thestate.com/news/politics-government/article237350949.html U.S.

SCGOP Statement on the Democrats’ Public Impeachment Hearings

Columbia, South Carolina.- The following is a statement from South Carolina Republican Chairman, Drew McKissick, regarding the public impeachment hearings in Washington: “It is clear that this impeachment inquiry is not about a phone call, not about Ukraine, and it’s not about any wrongdoing. It’s about politics, plain and simple – and the incredibly disturbing lengths that Democrats will go to in order to overturn the results of the 2016 election. It’s past time for Joe Cunningham to stand up and denounce this charade for what it is, a partisan witch hunt. While House Democrats continue to waste time on

SCGOP Statement on Cory Booker’s Speech to South Carolina Religious Leaders

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Cory Booker’s visit to Florence to talk with AME leaders: “It’s mighty rich for a guy who supports mandatory taxpayer funding of abortion to go in and talk to religious leaders about how he stands with them on issues informed by their faith. Maybe he’ll take a moment and explain whether or not he agrees with his fellow Democrats that churches who oppose the liberal social agenda should lose their tax-exempt status.”

ICYMI: Post and Courier: SC Republicans staffing up to defeat Democrat Joe Cunningham in 2020

Yesterday, the SCGOP announced that Steve Michael and Leighton Gray Smith will be joining our Victory 2020 Team. Republicans across South Carolina are energized and excited for 2020. We are excited to continue building a grassroots army that is focused on re-electing President Trump, Senator Graham, and defeating Joe Cunningham. Read more below from the Post and Courier. In Case You Missed It… SC Republicans staffing up to defeat Democrat Joe Cunningham in 2020Post and CourierOctober 6, 2019Caitlyn Byrdhttps://www.postandcourier.com/politics/sc-republicans-staffing-up-to-defeat-democrat-joe-cunningham-in/article_c79ec828-003f-11ea-b6ec-ff019de8d1ef.html With an acute focus on defeating Democrat Joe Cunningham next year, South Carolina Republicans are staffing up and building robust 2020

SCGOP Announces First Victory 2020 Team Members

COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – The South Carolina Republican Party announced today that Steve Michael and Leighton Gray Smith have been hired as the first members of the SCGOP’s Victory 2020 Team. Steve will serve as the SCGOP’s Chief Victory Strategist, and Leighton Gray will take the lead as the 1st District Victory Director. Their primary focus will be re-electing President Donald J. Trump, re-electing Senator Lindsey Graham, and ensuring that our Republican nominee defeats Joe Cunningham in the 1st Congressional District. Steve and Leighton Gray, in conjunction with the SCGOP, Trump campaign, and Graham campaign, will be focused on building out a grassroots army that can engage supporters and

Surprise: Joe Cunningham stands with Nancy Pelosi!

Last night, Joe Cunningham finally came clean with where he stands on the baseless impeachment inquiry against President Trump. Answer? He stands with Nancy Pelosi, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and the other extremists who want to impeach the president. It’s clear now that Joe Cunningham misled the voters of SC-01 by suggesting that he wanted to work with President Trump. Now, we see that he will always stand with party hacks in D.C. when it comes to supporting partisan political witch hunts. For weeks, voters across Joe Cunningham’s district showed up to his officeand called him requesting that he stand up for

ICYMI: Fox News: Newt Gingrich: Pelosi announces Trump impeachment inquiry vote – Here’s what I am on the lookout for now

We wanted to flag an op-ed from former Speaker of the House, Newt Gingrich, which highlights how Senator Graham “has created a new reality for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.” The resolution sponsored by Senator Graham and Senator Majority Leader McConnell has now forced Speaker Pelosi to schedule a vote on whether the baseless impeachment inquiry should move forward. In Case You Missed It.. Pelosi announces Trump impeachment inquiry vote – Here’s what I am on the lookout for now Fox News Newt Gingrich October 29, 2019 https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/pelosi-announces-trump-impeachment-inquiry-vote-heres-what-i-am-on-the-lookout-for-now Senator Lindsey Graham has created a new reality for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Graham

SCGOP Statement on Democrats Plan to Hold Vote on Impeachment Inquiry

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding the Democrats plan to hold a vote on the partisan impeachment inquiry: “It’s not lost on the people of South Carolina that House Democrats chose Halloween to make their witch hunt official. We look forward to seeing Joe Cunningham go on record with where he really stands on this baseless fishing expedition. The voters in SC-01 have been clear, they want Joe Cunningham to stop the madness and stand with the people of the Lowcountry, not with Nancy Pelosi.”

Statement from SCGOP Chairman on 2020 Democrats visit to SC for the 2019 Second Step Presidential Justice Forum

Columbia, SC.- South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding the visits of 2020 Democrats to South Carolina for the 2019 Second Step Presidential Justice Forum: “President Trump and his administration have shown themselves to be leaders when it comes to fighting for the African American community. From passing historic criminal justice reforms, to creating the lowest unemployment rate ever for African Americans, it’s clear that President Trump is the only 2020 candidate with a real record to highlight. We look forward to helping the president tout his successes and win in 2020, so that

Statement from SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick on the RNC Executive Committee Resolution

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding the RNC resolution condemning the impeachment inquiry. “With unanimous support today, the RNC Executive Committee passed a resolution to support President Trump and the Graham-McConnell resolution that condemns House Democrats’ secretive, illegitimate impeachment inquiry. These shady closed-door impeachment proceedings deny President Trump the due process rendered to every other American. While House Democrats engage in a baseless impeachment witch hunt, South Carolinians will continue to stand with President Trump and his record of results that has benefited every South Carolinian.” Media Contact: Joe Jackson-

Hollywood Harrison

In case you missed it, Hollywood liberals are coming to the defense of Jaime Harrison. According to The Hollywood Reporter, nearly “three-quarter (73.8 percent) of donations made by members of The Hollywood reporter’s ‘most powerful people in entertainment 2019 list’ went to [Jaime] Harrison or [Amy] McGrath.” It’s clear, instead of running to represent the people of South Carolina, Harrison has decided to run to represent corporate lobbyists and Hollywood liberals. Hollywood Opens Wallet for Democrats Facing Lindsey Graham, Mitch McConnell Hollywood ReporterJeremy BarrOctober 18, 2019https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/hollywood-opens-wallet-democrats-facing-lindsay-graham-mitch-mcconnell-1248537 In the third campaign quarter of the year, A-listers donated mostly to Senate candidates

SCGOP Statement on Democrat Debate in Ohio

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding tonight’s Democrat debate in Ohio: “The Democrats are clearly lost on their way to crazy-town, but at least they are making great time. Tonight’s debate was more of the same, from government run healthcare, to gun confiscation and policies which would destroy our economy, it’s clear that their ideas would be more popular in Moscow or Venezuela than in South Carolina. Patriots across the Palmetto State will reject their extreme agenda in 2020 when they choose to re-elect President Trump and Senator Graham.” ###

Video: Republicans protesting impeachment

Fellow Republicans, All across the country, Republicans are speaking out in support of President Trump and in opposition to the madness of the latest version of the Democrats’ ongoing witch-hunt against him. Recently over 500 South Carolina Republicans turned out in Greenville to protest Nancy Pelosi, and over 60 turned out in Charleston to call on Democrat Joe Cunningham to oppose impeachment. In short, the impeachment witch-hunt is backfiring – and Republicans are more energized than ever! Help us spread the word by sharing a link to the video with others and encourage them to stand with President Trump! Team

ICYMI: Post and Courier: SC Republicans tell Democrat Rep. Joe Cunningham pick a side, denounce Trump impeachment

Yesterday, voters across the Lowcountry converged on Rep. Joe Cunningham’s Mt. Pleasant office to tell him it is time to “Stop the Madness” and demand that he vote to end the baseless impeachment witch hunt against President Trump. This counter-impeachment event was part of a nationwide effort to hold vulnerable Democrats, like Joe Cunningham, accountable for their extreme actions and politically motivated behavior. Recently, the RNC debuted a new website, StopTheMadness.gop, which operates as a one-stop clearing house to defend the president– including opportunities for people to sign up as a volunteer, details on how to show up to a counter

SCGOP Statement on Elizabeth Warren’s town hall in Orangeburg, SC

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Elizabeth Warren’s town hall in Orangeburg. “Elizabeth Warren is just another Democrat coming to town to play Santa Claus with taxpayer dollars. Instead of trying to solve the root problem of why college tuition continues to skyrocket, Warren is here to advocate for more subsidies for overpaid college bureaucrats and liberal professors – at the expense of South Carolina taxpayers.”

SCGOP Statement on Jaime Harrison’s campaign launch with Cory Booker

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Jaime Harrison’s campaign launch with Cory Booker. “After spending years as a high priced D.C. lobbyist, it is no surprise that Jaime Harrison would launch his own campaign by inviting a Washington insider like Cory Booker to town. The Democrats are now the party of gun confiscation, baseless impeachment inquiries, and costly government healthcare schemes. We look forward to holding all these extremists accountable in 2020 when we re-elect President Trump and Senator Graham.” ###

ICYMI: South Carolina named 3rd best state for doing business

We wanted to flag that South Carolina was recently ranked among the top 3 states in the nation for doing business. With Republican policies and President Trump’s booming economy we know that South Carolina’s record-breaking economy will continue to grow and benefit South Carolinians across our state. Area Development Magazine specifically cited South Carolina’s workforce development programs and business incentives as reasons why the state continues to attract top-notch companies and new investments. Under President Trump’s leadership, South Carolinians have seen 117,900 new jobsadded, the unemployment rate drop from 4.5 percent to 3.2 percent, and an average tax cut of $1,341.00. See more below

ICYMI: Rep. Wilson- Aiken Standard: President Trump puts America first

I wanted to flag a recent op-ed in the Aiken Standard written by Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) which highlights the work that President Trump has done to defeat terrorism, rebuild our military, and ensure that America is once again respected around the globe. In Case You Missed It…. President Trump puts America first Aiken StandardOp-EdRep. Joe WilsonSeptember 17, 2019https://www.aikenstandard.com/opinion/guest-column-president-trump-puts-america-first/article_9b007ad0-d760-11e9-b6ca-fb04694166ec.html As we remember those who lost their lives and all who lost loved ones 18 years ago on Sept. 11, we are reminded that freedom isn’t free and that Islamic extremist terrorists remain a constant threat at home and abroad. Challenging times like

ICYMI: Washington Free Beacon: Warren-Endorsed Senate Candidate Violates Warren’s Anti-Corruption Plan

I wanted to alert you to a recent Washington Free Beacon article which highlights how Jaime Harrison, who was endorsed by Sen. Elizabeth Warren, has already broken part of her campaign’s anti-corruption plan.After years of working as a corporate lobbyist in Washington D.C., it’s clear that Jaime Harrison is running to represent his lobbyist friends and donors, not every day South Carolinians. In Case You Missed It…. Warren-Endorsed Senate Candidate Violates Warren’s Anti-Corruption Plan Washington Free BeaconCameron CawthorneSeptember 17, 2019https://freebeacon.com/politics/warren-endorsed-senate-candidate-violates-her-anti-corruption-plan/ Jaime Harrison has received over $15,000 from lobbyists in 2019 Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D., Mass.) has made it part of her presidential platform to ban

SCGOP releases statement on Democrat Debate in Houston, TX

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding tonights Democrat Debate in Houston, Texas. “Tonight, 2020 Democrats continued to move to the left and argued for an agenda of open borders, gun confiscation, and policies that would destroy our booming economy. With President Trump continuing to deliver results for the people of South Carolina, the President is primed for another historic victory in 2020.” – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick

ICYMI: Rep. Duncan: U.S. innovation, free market key to clean, affordable energy

I wanted to flag a recent op-ed in the Washington Times written by Congressman Jeff Duncan, Congressman Steve Scalise, and Congressman Markwayne Mullin about how the pro-growth economic policies promoted by President Trump and Republicans have unleashed America’s energy independence. 2020 Democrats would happily eliminate all forms of energy production, ensuring that South Carolinians energy and fuel prices go through the roof. Meanwhile, President Trump and Republican leaders have worked hard over the past 3 years to promote succesful policies that grow our economy while prioritizing our environment. In Case You Missed It….. U.S. innovation, free market key to clean, affordable energyWashington

SCGOP Executive Committee Votes to Save Taxpayer Money and Forgo 2020 GOP Presidential Preference Primary

Columbia, South Carolina. – The South Carolina Republican Party released the following statement regarding the State Executive Committee’s decision today to forgo the 2020 GOP Presidential Preference Primary and save South Carolina taxpayers over $1.2 million. “As a general rule, when either party has an incumbent President in the White House, there’s no rationale to hold a primary, just as South Carolina Republicans did not hold one in 1984 or 2004, and Democrats did not in 1996 and 2012. With no legitimate primary challenger and President Trump’s record of results, the decision was made to save South Carolina taxpayers over $1.2 million

SCGOP Releases Statement on Mark Sanford’s Presidential Announcement

Columbia, South Carolina. – The South Carolina Republican Party released the following statement regarding Mark Sanford’s presidential announcement: “Let’s be clear, this is about Mark Sanford looking to raise his political career from the grave, not him wanting to advance ideas. The simple fact is that South Carolina Republicans overwhelmingly support President Trump and know this vanity project is going absolutely nowhere.” -SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick

The Impeachment Queen is Coming

Fellow Republicans, The queen of impeachment Nancy Pelosi is coming! She’s coming here to lecture South Carolinians about who we need to elect – and about our support for President Trump. She’s coming here to support Democrats like her buddies Joe Cunningham and corporate lobbyist Jamie Harrison. We need to let her know that we don’t want the radical liberal policies that have bankrupted her state. And we don’t need more Democrats in South Carolina. Let’s show her that we support President Trump! Bring your American flags, TRUMP flags and MAGA hats! Republicans from across the upstate will meet out

SCGOP statement on Vice President Mike Pence’s visit to SC 

Anderson, South Carolina: – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Vice President Mike Pence’s trip to South Carolina: “We are excited to welcome Vice President Mike Pence back to the great state of South Carolina today to celebrate Congressman Duncan’s 9th annual Faith and Freedom BBQ. Conservatives across South Carolina are energized and excited to re-elect President Trump, Vice President Pence, Congressman Duncan and ensure 4 more years of America First leadership.” – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick ###

SCGOP releases statement on Julián Castro’s visit to South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina: – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Julián Castro’s visit to South Carolina: “We want to welcome Julián Castro to South Carolina and thank him for highlighting just how far left the Democrats have moved by leading the charge for open borders and taxpayer funded healthcare for illegal immigrants. While these policies are certainly popular with his fellow 2020 candidates and radical activists, they won’t sell in South Carolina. We wish him much more success in helping us contrast the differences between their extremist policies and our mainstream conservative values –

SCGOP statement on Amy Klobuchar’s visit to South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Amy Klobuchar’s visit to South Carolina: “Amy Klobuchar is not the Midwest moderate that she pretends to be. In fact, she supports the same extreme, divisive policies as her fellow Democrat candidates – we recommend you keep an eye out for flying binders and her extreme socialist proposals, both of which will hurt you. She’s a phony in every sense of the word.” – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick

ICYMI: Gaffney Ledger: Rep. Norman: We need real border security — now

In case you missed it, Congressman Ralph Norman recently wrote an op-ed for the Gaffney Ledger that outlines why we need real border security to solve the crisis at the southern border. Unfortunately, our weak borders are being exploited by human traffickers, drug smugglers, and violent gang members. Congressman Norman is correct when he says that it is time for Democrats to stop their political games and work with President Trump and Republicans to finally secure the border. Read the full op-ed below: We need real border security — now Gaffney Ledger Op-Ed Rep. Ralph Norman August 14, 2019 Six years ago, Democrats joined

ICYMI: Jaime Harrison’s Years as a Lobbyist Paid Off

We wanted to flag a recent article from the Free Beacon that highlights how Jaime Harrison’s years of working for the now defunct Podesta Group as a corporate lobbyist in Washington D.C. paid off financially. After raking in millions lobbying for companies that progressives hate, Harrison is now running a campaign funded by Washington lobbyists. In Case You Missed it…. Jaime Harrison’s Years as a Lobbyist Paid Off Washington Free BeaconBrent ScherAugust 14, 2019https://freebeacon.com/politics/jaime-harrisons-years-as-a-lobbyist-paid-off/ South Carolina Democrat’s new financial disclosure reveals rapid wealth growth South Carolina Democrat Jaime Harrison’s financial outlook completely turned around since he joined the Podesta Group as a corporate lobbyist in 2008, according

ICYMI: Cunningham Decries Dark Money, But Benefits From New Dark Money Ads

We wanted to flag a recent article that highlights how Joe Cunningham, who has touted his opposition to “dark money” in the past, has now refused to denounce the help of a dark money group which is already airing factually incorrect ads against his Republican opponents. It is clear that Joe Cunningham is only against dark money when it is politically convenient to do so. It is past time for Cunningham to get off the fence and actually tell voters in the Lowcountry whether he will continue to accept the help of dark money groups or whether he will flip-flop back to

Night 2 Democrat Debate: SCGOP Statement

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding the 2nd Democrat debate in Detroit: “Night two of the Democrat debates offered more of the same. From pushing costly tax hikes, to abolishing private insurance, and advocating for open borders, all Democrats stood together in pushing an extreme, socialist agenda. As President Trump continues to deliver record breaking results for South Carolinians, it’s clear that he will win re-election in 2020.” – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick ###

SCGOP Statement on Democrat Debate in Detroit

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding tonight’s Democrat debate in Detroit: “The Democrats in Detroit tonight made it clear that they will do a good job fighting for socialism and illegal immigrants but not everyday South Carolinians. While President Trump works to create better trade deals, a strong military and a booming economy, 2020 Democrats are aligned on decriminalizing border crossings, raising taxes and destroying private health insurance.” – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick

SCGOP Statement on Tega Cay Police Memorial and Religious Freedom

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding the Tega Cay Police Memorial: “I was appalled to see the City of Tega Cay originally cave into radical liberals who use the threat of lawsuits to wipe out religious expressions from American public life. Simply put, the Supreme Court continues to affirm that these displays are completely constitutional. Not only should the monument not have been changed or removed, it should never have been controversial in the first place.” “Unfortunately, it’s just the latest sad episode in the ongoing liberal assault against public expressions of faith as well

ICYMI: Greenwood Index-Journal: McKissick: Trump economy continues to boom for South Carolinians

I wanted to flag the latest op-ed by Chairman McKissick that was published in the Greenwood Index- Journal about the success of the Trump economy here in South Carolina. Since President Trump’s election, South Carolina has added over 95,000 new jobs and is at the lowest unemployment rate in history. While 2020 Democrats like Bernie Sanders, Kamala Harris and Joe Biden want to reverse this success in favor of more government, it’s clear that the people of South Carolina want nothing to do with that reckless agenda. In Case You Missed It… Trump economy continues to boom for South Carolinians Greenwood Index- Journal Op-Ed:

SCGOP Announces Mick Mulvaney as Silver Elephant Keynote Speaker

Former South Carolina Congressman, the Honorable Mick Mulvaney to Keynote 52nd Anniversary Silver Elephant Gala Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Republican Party (SCGOP) announced that it will be holding its 52nd Annual Silver Elephant Gala on Friday, August 2nd at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in Columbia, SC, featuring former South Carolina Congressman, the Honorable Mick Mulvaney. “We are proud to welcome Mick back home to South Carolina to celebrate our party and our grassroots leaders and activists”, said SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick. “Mick has represented our state well, first as our Congressman and now by working hard with President Trump to Keep America Great.

SCGOP Statement on Mark Sanford’s possible vanity project

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Mark Sanford’s possible vanity project. “The last time Mark Sanford had an idea this dumb, it killed his Governorship. This makes about as much sense as that trip up the Appalachian trail.” – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick

SCGOP Statement on Tom Steyer’s visit to South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Tom Steyer’s visit to South Carolina: “Tom Steyer is just another extremist, left-wing Democrat whose only goal is obstructing President Trump. The SCGOP is excited to welcome him to South Carolina so that he can waste even more of his money on another failed venture. We hope he at least enjoys the barbecue while he’s here.” – Drew McKissick

ICYMI: Times and Democrat: McCall: Delivering for African Americans

I wanted to flag a recent op-ed from RNC Committeeman Glenn McCall in the Times and Democrat about President Trump’s record of success on delivering for African Americans. From creating a stronger economy, to passing criminal justice reform, and fighting for HBCUs, it is clear that President Trump and Republican leadership are continuing to deliver results for all Americans. In Case You Missed It… Delivering for African Americans Times and DemocratOp-EdGlenn McCallJuly 10, 2019 Last month, several 2020 Democrats came to Charleston to speak at the Black Economic Alliance forum, recognizing that the Democrat nomination runs through South Carolina. They lectured us about what

ICYMI: Democratic candidates aren’t listening to voters in South Carolina

Post and Courier Op-Ed Cindy Costa July 4, 2019 https://www.postandcourier.com/opinion/commentary/commentary-democratic-candidates-aren-t-listening-to-voters-in-south/article_9248afee-9da8-11e9-a88e-b3ab6fbec6b2.html Last week, all South Carolinians who tuned into the Democratic debates got to see just how out of step today’s Democratic Party has become. As 20 radical candidates duked it out in hopes of standing out from the masses and landing just one zinger, their embrace of the extreme left took center stage. The 20 contenders have all endorsed an agenda too radical and reckless for South Carolina. On issues of health care, climate change, immigration, late-term abortion, the economy and more, today’s Democratic Party has gone completely off the

Happy 4th of July from the SCGOP

Happy 4th of July from the SCGOP! Across our country, “We the People” come together to celebrate our nation’s birthday. In 1776, after signing the Declaration of Independence, John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail that this act should long be celebrated with great fanfare. “I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival. It ought to be commemorated, as the Day of Deliverance by solemn Acts of Devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shews, Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and Illuminations from

Lights, Camera, Socialism- Part 2

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding the second night of Democrat debates in Miami: “Night number two of the clown show is here as the Democrats take the stage again to discuss their radical socialist ideas. From abolishing ICE, to increasing taxes, and endorsing a government takeover of healthcare, it’s clear that the people of South Carolina won’t be supporting what the Democrats are selling.” ###

SCGOP Statement on SCOTUS Ruling

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding today’s Supreme Court ruling: “Unlike what liberals suggest, politics does not have a place in the courtroom. Today’s ruling is a clear win for constitutionalism and keeping the judiciary out of politics, and politics out of the judiciary. While Democrats will continue to try and win in court because they can’t win at the ballot box, I agree with the majority opinion which stated that the solution does not lie ‘with the federal judiciary.'” – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick ###

Lights, Camera, Socialism- Part 1

Columbia, SC.- As the first wave of 2020 Democrats take the debate stage, South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement: “Tonight’s 2020 Democrat debate is a prime example of what the people of South Carolina rejected in 2016- bigger, more expensive government and radical cultural liberalism. South Carolinians are not going to buy into their extreme, socialist agenda of government-run healthcare, climate change schemes, open borders and taxpayer funded abortion. President Trump has lifted our nation to unprecedented new heights and will continue to do so when he’s re-elected in 2020.” -SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick

The circus is coming: SCGOP Statement

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding the arrival of 2020 Democrats in Columbia for the Clyburn Fish Fry and Blue Palmetto dinner: “As the 2020 Democrats clown car stops in for dinner tonight in South Carolina, it’s important to remember they are only willing to serve up 23 flavors of stale socialism. It’s clear that South Carolinians have no appetite for such an expensive, radical menu. With not one Southerner in the bunch, the best we can hope for is that no one spills any sauce on their expensive shoes and shirt.”-SCGOP

SCGOP Statement on Planned Parenthood forum in Columbia

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement in response to the Planned Parenthood forum that 2020 Democrat presidential candidates are participating in today in Columbia. “In what is many of these Democrats first visit to South Carolina, it’s amazing to see that their first stop is to go pay homage to the radical pro-abortion lobby at Planned Parenthood. Their extreme positions demand that tax-payers foot the bill for abortion rights up until the moment of birth. It’s truly disgraceful, but unfortunately not surprising with this group of radicals.”– SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick

ICYMI: Opinion: Why US must fix its broken immigration system

Opinion: Why US must fix its broken immigration system South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson June 16, 2019- Greenville News The national security and humanitarian crisis occurring at our southern border can be felt all the way up in South Carolina. Whether we live on the southern border or not, it is imperative that we act now to solve this crisis and implement a better immigration system for all. It’s no secret that South Carolina, like a lot of our country, is in the midst of an opioid epidemic that has affected countless families and loved ones. From 2013 through 2014,

ICYMI: Rep. Jeff Duncan: We Need America First Trade Deals

Greenville Business Magazine: Opinion June 20, 2019- 11:44AM For months, America’s farmers, ranchers, and manufacturers have been waiting on Nancy Pelosi and the Democrat-led House to do their job and consider trade deals that put America First, like the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The agreement as it currently stands would bring our trade relationship with our neighbors into the 21st century while creating another 176,000 new jobs and more than $68 billion in new investment in the U.S. economy. President Trump won in 2016 based on his promise to pursue trade deals that prioritize American workers and industries. The USMCA outlines stronger rules of origin in manufacturing and ensures that South Carolina’s agricultural exports, which are

SCGOP Statement on President Trump’s Re-election Announcement

(6/18/19- Columbia, SC) SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding President Trump’s re-election announcement: “In just two and a half years, President Trump has taken our nation out of eight years of broken Democrat policies and ushered in a new wave of American success. Our nation’s economy is roaring, we have a record low unemployment rate, six million jobs have been created, our veterans are receiving the care they deserve, and we are back to being a leader on the world stage. Tonight’s 2020 campaign launch resonates loudly with South Carolinians and we will be working to ensure that

ICYMI: Rep. Joe Wilson: Evidence is undeniable, Trump puts America first

I wanted to flag a recent op-ed from Congressman Joe Wilson about the success of the Trump Administration’s policies. From creating a record-breaking economy to negotiating stronger trade deals, it is clear that President Trump and Republican leadership are continuing to deliver results for South Carolinians. In Case You Missed It… Evidence is undeniable, Trump puts America first Aiken Standard Op-Ed Rep. Joe Wilson It’s clear that the Trump Administration’s policies have been an incredible success. From creating stronger trade deals for American workers to another killer quarter of GDP growth, our nation’s economy under President Donald Trump has continued to see

SCGOP Statement on 1st Congressional District

Columbia, SC: SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding the 1st Congressional District. “The South Carolina Republican Party is 100 percent committed to defeating Joe Cunningham and reclaiming the 1st Congressional District in 2020. The people of the Lowcountry deserve strong, conservative Republican leadership, and we wish all of our candidates well.”

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick’s Statement on the 75th Anniversary of D-Day

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on the 75th Anniversary of D-Day: “75 years ago today, more than 156,000 Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy to confront evil and liberate an entire continent. D-Day was the turning point of the war in Europe and we must always remember the sacrifices of those who paid the ultimate price to save freedom and civilization. I encourage all South Carolinians to take some time today to honor the bravery that our forces and allies exhibited in northern France 75 years ago.” General Eisenhower said it

Joe Cunningham stands with Nancy Pelosi on amnesty

Last night, after months of refusing to act on solving the humanitarian and national security crisis at our southern border, Nancy Pelosi and Joe Cunningham passed amnesty legislation for over 2 million. While Rep. Cunningham may think that criminals who have a history of gang membership, gun related charges and DUI convictions are in need of green cards, we are sure that the people of the 1st Congressional District don’t. This is just one more example of Rep. Cunningham siding with Nancy Pelosi and liberal extremists in Washington who want nothing more than to eliminate ICE and have open borders. There is

ICYMI: Lindsey Graham faces challenge from ex-Podesta Group lobbyist

In Case You Missed It… Already backed by fundraising money from lobbyists and foreign agents, a former Podesta Group lobbyist launched his campaign to unseat Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on May 29. Jaime Harrison, a longtime revolving door member with a lengthy lobbying history, announced he would seek the Democratic nomination to challenge President Donald Trump’s rival-turned-top supporter in 2020. Harrison seized upon Graham’s transition from a feuding 2016 primary opponent and staunch critic of Trump into one of the president’s strongest defenders in the Senate. “Lindsey Graham can’t lead us in any direction because he traded his moral compass for petty political gain,” Harrison said, announcing

Statement by SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick on Jaime Harrison running for U.S. Senate

(5/29/19- Columbia, SC)SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on Jaime Harrison running for the U.S. Senate: “Democrats have spent months attacking Senator Graham for standing up for conservative values and refusing to give in to the liberal smear campaign against Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Gloria Tinubu and Jaime Harrison hope to extract revenge by rallying liberals across America to their cause, but they are going to learn the hard way that South Carolinians appreciate the leadership that Lindsey Graham has brought to the issues they care about.”

SCGOP Statement on Kamala Harris’ town hall events in South Carolina

5/29/19- Columbia, SC) SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Kamala Harris’ town hall events in South Carolina: “Kamala Harris is ‘pro choice’ when it comes to abortion, but not when it comes to allowing parents the right to choose their childrens school, curriculum or classrooms. Her costly programs may appeal to radicals in New York and California, but she’ll soon find out that South Carolinians want nothing to do with her high tax schemes that would make education even worse. Kamala Harris wants to ‘have a conversation’ about letting convicted terrorists vote from prison, taking our guns and

SCGOP Memorial Day Message

On Memorial Day, and every day, we honor the brave men and women who selflessly paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect our rights and freedoms. We hope you take time to pay tribute to those who never returned from battle and instead put their lives on the line so that we may enjoy the blessings of liberty. We thank those who honorably served so that we may live in freedom and security. Have a blessed Memorial Day, -Team SCGOP

SCGOP Welcomes Lancaster County Clerk of Court- Jeff Hammond to the Republican Party

(5/23/19- Columbia) SCGOP Chairman, Drew McKissick, released the following statement regarding the decision announced today by Lancaster County Clerk of Court, Jeff Hammond, to switch to the Republican Party. “As chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, I am pleased to welcome Lancaster County Clerk of Court, Jeff Hammond, to the Republican Party. Our party is one built on inclusiveness, family values and conservative principles- all of which Jeff is well known for. As Jeff stated when announcing his decision to switch parties, the Democratic party has swung so far to the left that sensible members who have stood with

Party Switch

Fellow Republicans, Today the SCGOP was pleased to welcome Lancaster County Clerk of Court Jeff Hammond to the Republican Party! Jeff Hammond has served as the Clerk of Court since 2001 and his switch now gives Republicans a clean sweep of the Lancaster County Courthouse! Our Party is GROWING all across South Carolina because of our conservative principles and the hard work done by our local county party activists. We are the Party of low taxes, limited government and traditional values, and it’s those principles that have enabled us to build a growing majority coalition all across South Carolina. The

SCGOP Congratulates Newly Elected Party Leadership

The South Carolina Republican Party released the following statement congratulating the newly elected party leadership elected at the 2019 South Carolina Republican Convention.

SCGOP Statement on President Trump’s Immigration Proposal

SC Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding President Trump’s proposal to secure our border and modernize our immigration system:

ICYMI: National Review- The Equality Act Is a Time Bomb

I wanted to flag a recent National Review article that highlights the Equality Act, which just passed the Democrat-led House of Representatives. Rep. Joe Cunningham was the only South Carolina representative irresponsible enough to support the bill. This legislation would do historic damage to religious liberty and rights. Republicans offered several amendments that sought to improve the legislation, all were rejected by the Democrats. It is time for Joe Cunningham to listen to the people of his district because he will find out that the majority of his constituents oppose extreme legislation like this. But don’t just take it from

SCGOP Statement on Columbia “Stop the Bans” Rally

(5/21/19- Columbia, SC) SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding the “Stop the Bans” rally in Columbia. “What these people are really protesting is legislation that would protect the life of an unborn child in the womb. Democrats and liberals talk about social justice and rights, except for when it comes to the most fundamental right that you can have as a human being, the right to life. The Republican party won’t stand by while Democrats like Kamala Harris, Bernie Sanders, and Cory Booker advocate for infanticide and attack the sanctity of human life, to say nothing of

SCGOP Statement on the passing of Ronnie Young

SC Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick issued the following statement regarding the passing of Rep. Ronnie Young.

SCGOP Statement on Cory Booker’s visit to South Carolina

SC Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick issued the following statement regarding Cory Booker’s visit to South Carolina:

SCGOP Statement on Beto O’Rourke visit

(3/22/19 – Columbia, SC) SC Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick issued the following statement regarding Robert “Beto” O’Rourke’s visit to South Carolina: “There are so many Democrats running for President now that this guy had to live-stream a visit to the dentist in order to get attention. The problem is that all of that attention has shown what a radical liberal he really is. Basically he’s Nancy Pelosi in wingtips. “In a week when President Trump stood firmly with Israel in recognizing its sovereignty over the Golan Heights, O’Rourke won’t even stand up to the anti-Israel elements in his own

Historic Straight Ticket Republican Support

(11/9/18 – Columbia, SC) The South Carolina Republican Party released the following regarding the record high levels of straight-ticket voting in the November 6th mid-term elections. The most up to date data released by the South Carolina Election Commission on the mid-term election shows over 1.7 million votes cast, with over 1.08 million voting straight ticket, (63%); over 576,000 voting straight Republican (53%) and 489,000 voting Democrat (45%), giving the GOP an 8% advantage statewide. This contrasts with approximately 50% of voters choosing a straight ticket in 2016, with Republicans garnering over 529,949 and Democrats getting 499,015 (46.6%) for a

Statewide Democrat Candidates with Criminal Backgrounds

(10/15/18 – Columbia, SC) South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick issued the following statement regarding the criminal backgrounds of SC Democrat candidates for Attorney General and Superintendent of Education: “Recent news reports document that the Democrat candidate for South Carolina Superintendent of Education was busted on a felony and spent time in jail in 2009. And this is who they nominate to oversee education in South Carolina? To teach what, ‘How to go from Convict to Public Official in Ten Years or Less’? “And according to public records in North Carolina, the Democrats candidate for South Carolina Attorney General

SCGOP Chairman on Senator Warren Fundraising in SC

Extremist liberal Democrat Elizabeth Warren is working to raise money for SC Democrats by attacking Judge Kavanaugh and supporting abortion. As opposed to defending the rights of the unborn – as the majority of South Carolinians want – Warren states that she wants South Carolina to take a “very different path”. South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick issued the following statement: “Elizabeth Warren is now the latest out-of-state radical Democrat who wants to be President that is raising money to fight against South Carolina’s conservative values. “Every Democrat running in this state – from James Smith on down to

SCGOP Chairman Points Out Misleading Anastopoulo Ads

(Columbia, SC – 10/3/2018) South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released a statement today regarding the latest TV ads from SC Democrat Constance Anastopoulo. The ads feature statements that mislead voters about her level of experience to serve as Attorney General. “The simple fact is that she’s never prosecuted a criminal case before in her life. She hasn’t practiced law in over ten years. And when she did, she was defending criminals, not putting them in jail”, McKissick said. “She’s using money made from chasing ambulances in order to mislead voters about her experience. Now her husband has popped

SCGOP Chairman Calls Out #CaliforniaConstance

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released background information on the Democrats’ nominee for Attorney General that highlights the issue of her residency and whether she is returning to South Carolina just to run for office. The facts show that Constance Anastopoulo has spent the better part of the last four years making her home in Paris, New York and in the Hollywood Hills area of California. Further, the timeline clearly shows the Anastopoulo’s claimed Hollywood as their “home” as recently as February of this year – just six weeks before she filed to run for Attorney General of

Clyburn & Dems Stunningly Silent on Keeping SC Families Safe

Clyburn and Democrats Stunningly Silent on Keeping South Carolina Families Safe (Columbia, SC – July 20th) – This week, Jim Clyburn and his House Democrat colleagues showed just how out of touch they’ve become by refusing to take a stand on a resolution declaring support for our nation’s Customs & Immigration Enforcement (ICE). Clyburn – who has been not so subtly jockeying to take Nancy Pelosi’s top spot as Minority Leader – was notably silent, only voting “present” on the resolution. This stunning display of partisanship not only shows just how far left the Democrats have gone, but also is jarring for Clyburn considering the integral

SCGOP COMMITTEE UNANIMOUSLY PASSES RESOLUTION DENOUNCING DEMOCRAT RUNNING IN REPUBLICAN PRIMARY

CONTACT: Hope Walker: hope@scgop.com DATE: 4/5/18 SCGOP COMMITTEE UNANIMOUSLY PASSES RESOLUTION DENOUNCING DEMOCRAT RUNNING IN REPUBLICAN PRIMARY On Wednesday evening, the South Carolina Republican Party Executive Committee held a special meeting via conference call to pass a resolution denouncing one of the candidates that filed to run in the First Congressional District Republican primary. The resolution points out that Dimitri Cherny is an open Bernie Sanders supporter who was most recently the Democrat Party’s nominee for the same office in 2016. It calls on Republicans to treat his campaign as a “political stunt” and urges the state legislature to pass legislation enabling

SCGOP State Committee Unanimously Calls for Partisan Voter Registration in SC

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY STATE COMMITTEE UNANIMOUSLY CALLS FOR A PARTISAN VOTER REGISTRATION OPTION ON VOTER REGISTRATION FORMS At its most recent meeting, the South Carolina Republican Party State Executive Committee unanimously passed a resolution calling for a partisan voter registration option on voter registration forms in South Carolina. The resolution calls on the South Carolina General Assembly to pass legislation that would add appropriate check-boxes to voter registration forms enabling voters to choose to affiliate with a political party if they wish when they register to vote or update their registration. “Simply put, it’s a freedom of association issue”,

Press Release: Chairman Drew McKissick Congratulates Ralph Norman On His Victory

COLUMBIA, S.C.– Today, South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on the special runoff election in South Carolina’s Fifth Congressional District: “Voters in the Fifth Congressional District sent a clear message that they want their conservative values represented in Washington, D.C. I am confident that Ralph Norman and our Republican team will unite to reach out to voters and defeat the Democrat candidate backed by Nancy Pelosi and her liberal special interest groups.” “Ralph Norman has a proven record of fiscal accountabilty, growing jobs, and fighting for our men and women in uniform. Archie Parnell is

Press Release: Drew McKissick elected SCGOP Chairman

Columbia, SC – Today, the 2017 South Carolina Republican Party State Convention elected Drew McKissick as the Party’s new State Chairman. McKissick garnered 86% of the vote and defeated Mark Powell of Anderson County. McKissick assumes the duties of State Chairman immediately and becomes the SCGOP’s 19th State Chairman. Chairman McKissick released the following statement on the election and his new post: “I’m so deeply humbled by the results of this election. To be able to serve this amazing State Party and its incredible members as Chairman is a true honor and a distinct privilege. “I’ve been blessed to be

Statement on passing of Congressman Ed Young

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Ed Young of Florence. Young served in the South Carolina State House and the U.S. House of Representatives, and was the State Party’s nominee for Governor in 1978: “Congressman Ed Young was a pioneer for Republicans in South Carolina,” said Chairman Moore. “He paved the way for a generation of Republican leaders in the Pee Dee and across the state. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time.” About Congressman Ed Young Born September 7, 1920, Edward Lunn Young served

Statement on SC-5 Special Primary Election

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore tonight issued the following statement on Tommy Pope and Ralph Norman advancing to the South Carolina Congressional District 5 runoff on May 16: “South Carolina Republicans congratulate Tommy Pope and Ralph Norman – both of whom are incredibly qualified to serve the 5th District and South Carolina in Congress. We also thank the other Republican candidates for their determination and willingness to serve.” “Make no mistake: South Carolina Republicans will be ready when the special general election begins on May 17. We will unleash a grassroots tidal wave that will result in District

Press Release: Chairman Matt Moore will not seek third term

Columbia, S.C. – Earlier this morning, S.C. Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore announced that he would not seek a third term as state chairman. His current term ends at this year’s State Convention on May 13. Moore was originally elected in June 2013 and was re-elected by the SCGOP State Convention in May 2015 with 83% of votes. “It has been the honor of my life to serve as state chairman. I still wake up every day feeling humbled and blessed to serve in such an important leadership role,” said Chairman Moore. “I’m still excited about the future of the

Statement on nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore tonight issued the following statement upon President Donald J. Trump nominating Judge Neil Gorsuch for the U.S. Supreme Court: “Tonight, President Trump fulfilled one of his biggest campaign promises to the American people by selecting Neil Gorsuch, a mainstream conservative to serve on the United States Supreme Court. I am confident Neil Gorsuch will faithfully uphold the Constitution, protect our individual rights, and preserve the idea of limited government.”

Official Call to 2017 State Convention

Fellow Republican, In accordance with state law and South Carolina Republican Party Rules, and on behalf of the South Carolina Republican Party, it is my pleasure to announce the convening of the 2017 South Carolina Republican Party State Convention for the purposes of electing state officers and transacting other such business as may properly come before the convention. The 2017 State Convention will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center located at 1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia, S.C. 29201. Check-in for delegates and alternates will begin at 8:30 AM; the Convention will convene promptly at

Statement on Gov. Henry McMaster

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement upon Lieutenant Governor Henry McMaster ascending to the Office of South Carolina Governor this evening: “On behalf of South Carolina Republicans, I congratulate Governor McMaster on his ascension to the Governor’s Office and wish him much success. “Governor McMaster is a lifelong Republican, former state GOP chairman, and true public servant who loves South Carolina with all of his heart. I know he will continue our state’s legacy of great Republican governors. The South Carolina Republican Party looks forward to working with him.”

Thank you, Governor Haley

Friends, Later today, Governor Nikki Haley is likely to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate as Ambassador to the United Nations. It’s a bittersweet moment for us South Carolinians. Governor Haley was the right governor for the right time in South Carolina’s history. She has led our state through so many difficult days with grace and humility. Due to Governor Haley’s hard work to foster a pro-jobs business climate, our state unemployment rate has fallen from 11.1% in 2011 to 4.3% today and more people working than ever before in South Carolina’s history. We will miss Governor Haley’s strong, principled

Statement on Gov. Nikki Haley

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement prior to Governor Nikki R. Haley receiving confirmation from the full U.S. Senate as U.S. Ambassor to the United Nations: “Governor Nikki Haley was the right governor for the right time in South Carolina’s history. She has led our state through many difficult days with grace and humility. We will miss Governor Haley’s strong, principled leadership- but we’ll also miss her compassion, kindness, and love for our state. Governor Haley, Michael, and their children are in our prayers as they begin this new chapter.”

SCGOP Weekly 11/28/2016

Trump Chooses South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley As U.N. Ambassador NPR – South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has been selected as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations in President-elect Donald Trump’s administration, according to Trump’s transition team. SCGOP Chairman Moore statement on Governor Nikki Haley SCGOP – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued the following statement regarding President-elect Donald Trump’s intent to nominate South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Who is Lt. Governor and presumptive Governor Henry McMaster? WRDW – With reports continuing to come out about South Carolina Governor Nikki

Press Release: SCGOP Chairman Moore statement on Governor Nikki Haley

Lexington, S.C.- South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued the following statement regarding President-elect Donald Trump’s intent to nominate South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations: “Governor Haley’s appointment as U.N. Ambassador shows how far our state has come and how far our nation can go in the 21st century. I couldn’t be more proud that the whole world will get to see Nikki Haley’s strong, principled leadership in action. It’s a great day to be an American!”

Governor Nikki Haley Endorses Mark Palmer for Senate

Governor Nikki Haley Endorses Mark Palmer for Senate (VIDEO)

SCGOP Stories – Kirkman Finlay (Ep.1)

See the behind the scenes stories of S.C. politics in our first episode of our “SCGOP Stories” video series (feat. S.C. Representative Kirkman Finlay!)

SC GOP chair: Absentee voting numbers an ‘encouraging sign’

Matt Moore reacts to state’s record pace on ‘America’s Election HQ’

SCGOP Weekly 10/24/2016

Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information. Download the New SCGOP Victory App! iTunes: Click here to download Google Play: Click here to download Sign up HERE to become part of our Victory campaign today! SC GOP CHAIR: ABSENTEE VOTING NUMBERS AN ‘ENCOURAGING SIGN’ Fox News – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore reacts to state’s record pace on ‘America’s Election HQ’ (VIDEO) Trump nabs first major newspaper endorsement CNN – The Las Vegas Review-Journal has become the first major American newspaper to endorse Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. They’ve chosen to do so just two weeks

Press Release: SCGOP Chair calls on top Democrats to Repudiate Mike Fanning

SCGOP NEWS RELEASE TOP SC DEMOCRATS HOST EVENT FOR SENATE CANDIDATE UNDER SLED INVESTIGATION Democrat Mike Fanning Now Under Investigation by SLED for Inappropriate Relationship with 16 Year Old Child Columbia, SC – Some of South Carolina’s top Democrats are ignoring alarming news reports and hosting a fundraising event tomorrow for Mike Fanning, a Democrat State Senate candidate currently under investigation by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) for having an inappropriate relationship with a 16 year old child. The Democrat fundraiser is scheduled to take place Wednesday, October 19th in downtown Columbia. According to the invitation, (a copy is attached to this release) some of the South Carolina’s top Democrats including State Senators Vincent Sheheen and Gerald

SCGOP Weekly 10/17/2017

Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information. Download the New SCGOP Victory App! iTunes: Click here to download Google Play: Click here to download Sign up HERE to become part of our Victory campaign today! RNC Co-Chairman Sharon Day: RNC Stands with Donald J. Trump TAMPA, Florida — Following a speech by Republican vice presidential candidate Gov. Mike Pence at the Republican Party of Florida Victory Dinner in Tampa, RNC co-chairman Sharon Day declared that the RNC stands with “business man” and “principled individual” Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump. SCGOP Stands with NCGOP

SCGOP Weekly 10/10/2016

Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information. Download the New SCGOP Victory App! iTunes: Click here to download Google Play: Click here to download Gov. Nikki Haley expands one SC fundraising efforts in the wake of Hurricane Matthew Manninglive.com – Governor Nikki Haley, alongside the Central Carolina Community Foundation, announced a plan to increase fundraising efforts of the One SC Fund to help those impacted by Hurricane Matthew. Sen. Tim Scott offers info session on military academies in Greenville Fox Carolina – U.S. Senator Tim Scott’s office will host an information session in Greenville on

SCGOP Weekly 10/03/2016

Register to Vote today! Click HERE to register! (Not sure if you are registered to vote? Click HERE to find out if you are) Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information. Download the New SCGOP Victory App! iTunes: Click here to download Google Play: Click here to download Sen. Tim Scott lays flowers at Townville Elementary WYFF – He laid a bouquet of flowers next to the pole outside the crime scene tape. Scott prayed, met with first responders, dispatchers and firefighters. Gowdy: Clinton Aide Cheryl Mills Walked Out Of FBI Interview When It “Went

SCGOP Weekly 9/26/2016

Register to Vote today! Click HERE to register! (Not sure if you are registered to vote? Click HERE to find out if you are) Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information. SCGOP LIVE with S.C. House 40 Candidate Rick Martin and Chairman Matt Moore SCGOP – Check out our live fundraiser from last Thursday! Trump, Clinton meet with Netanyahu as presidential debate looms Fox News – Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday as the presidential candidates brush up on foreign policy hours before their debate. Poll shows

SCGOP Weekly 9/19/2016

Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information. South Carolina party chairs beat vitriol with friendship AP – When the evening’s moderator asked how many times they’d shared a stage, Moore responded, “A thousand times.” Moore, his arm around Harrison’s shoulders, added: “It’s the Matt and Jaime traveling road show.” Straight Talk: 09/16/16 Mick Mulvaney WRHI – U.S. congressman Mick Mulvaney joins Manning Kimmel on Straight Talk to discuss Domestic Security and the Economy. (Audio) The Buzz: Richland’s Brill-McLeod Senate race heats up The State – The race for the state Senate seat held

Trump holds double-digit lead in new South Carolina poll

Trump holds double-digit lead in new South Carolina poll Incumbent Tim Scott holds commanding lead in U.S. Senate race Columbia, S.C. – Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump leads Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton by 13 percentage points in South Carolina, according to a new poll commissioned by the South Carolina Republican Party. Trump currently holds a 48 percent to 35 percent lead over Clinton, with Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson garnering 7 percent while 11 percent of voters remain undecided. Walter Whetsell, president of SC-based political consulting firm, Starboard Communications, conducted the poll and surveyed 600 likely voters using live phoners calling

SCGOP Weekly 9/12/2016

Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information. S.C. senator suggests a vote for Trump is a vote for ‘hope’ Charlotte Observer – A few hours before Donald Trump addressed conservative Christians at the annual Values Voter Summit in Washington on Friday, Sen. Tim Scott told them that a vote for the Republican nominee is a vote for “hope.” Clinton: Half of Trump supporters fall into ‘basket of deplorables’ USA News – Hillary Clinton,”You know, to just be grossly generalistic, you could put half of Trump’s supporters into what I call the basket of deplorables. Right?”she

SCGOP Weekly 9/6/2016

Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information. Hillary Clinton’s Lead Over Trump Shrinks After Controversial Week: Poll NBC – Hillary Clinton’s lead over Donald Trump narrowed to 3 points this week after several days of controversy following FBI Director James Comey’s recommendation that no criminal charges be brought against the former secretary of state over her use of a private email server. SCGOP Statement On Hillary Clinton’s FBI Interview Records SCGOP – S.C. Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement on the FBI’s release of its summary of their interview with Hillary Clinton

Press Release: SCGOP Statement On Hillary Clinton’s FBI Interview Records

Columbia, S.C. – S.C. Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement on the FBI’s release of its summary of their interview with Hillary Clinton as a part of their criminal investigation into her secret email server: “Today’s summary from the FBI proves that Hillary Clinton’s private email server was a reckless attempt to avoid accountability. Her using thirteen different devices in four years shows it was never about convenience. “It’s also hard to believe that Hillary Clinton doesn’t recall her State Department training on how to handle classified information. Clinton was either extremely negligent in handling classified material

SCGOP Weekly 8/29/2016

Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information. McMaster is ‘hoping to be in’ next South Carolina gov’s race The State – South Carolina Lt. Gov. Henry McMaster all but announced he’s running for governor again in two years, saying Thursday that he’s “hoping to be in” the 2018 race. Trey Gowdy: FBI’s Clinton interview summary should be public Fox News – South Carolina congressman speaks out on ‘The Kelly File’ after reviewing FBI documents Facebook Live with Chairman Matt Moore and Lt. Governor Henry McMaster SCGOP – (VIDEO) SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore and Lt. Governor Henry

SCGOP LIVE with Chairman Matt Moore and Lt. Governor Henry McMaster

(VIDEO) SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore and Lt. Governor Henry McMaster sit down and give an update about the 2016 Presidential election and the Republican Party.

Press Release: SCGOP selects Electoral College Members

Columbia, S.C. – On Saturday August 20, 2016, the S.C. Republican Party’s State Executive Committee selected the state’s nine (9) potential Republican members of the Electoral College. South Carolina’s nine Presidential Electors will cast their votes as part of the 538-member national Electoral College following the November 8 general election. The following South Carolina Republicans were selected: Glenn McCall of York County (Statewide) Matt Moore of Lexington County (Statewide) Terry Hardesty of Berkeley County (1st Congressional District) Jim Ulmer of Orangeburg County (2nd Congressional District) Brenda Bedenbaugh of Saluda County (3rd Congressional District) Bill Conley of Spartanburg County (4th Congressional

SCGOP Weekly 8/22/2016

Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information. Sen. Tim Scott supports Donald Trump’s law and order stance WIS -South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott is supporting Donald Trump’s call for law and order after Trump’s visit to the Milwaukee area on Tuesday night. SC Republicans criticize Clyburn for road-repair projects The State – Chairman Matt Moore last week sounded the alarm on the questionable funding of state road projects. Chairman Moore said state road projects should be funded based on actual needs and safety concerns instead of politicians’ wants. He said this issue again underscores the

SCGOP Minutes 8/22/2016

SCGOP Minutes 8/22/2016 (VIDEO)

SCGOP Weekly 8/15/2016

S.C. Republican of the Month – Glenn McCall SCGOP – In today’s world of non-stop media coverage and big personalities, we can often forget it’s not always the people in front of the camera who make the biggest impact. Instead, it’s the people who work hard behind the scenes in the trenches, that more often than not, determine the success or failure of any endeavor. George P. Bush urges Republicans to back Trump CNN – George P. Bush, the Texas land commissioner, is breaking with his father, a former Donald Trump Republican primary rival, to back the GOP nominee. Gov.

SCGOP Minutes 8/15/2016

SCGOP Minutes 8/15/2016 (VIDEO)

S.C. Republican of the Month – Glenn McCall

In today’s world of non-stop media coverage and big personalities, we can often forget it’s not always the people in front of the camera who make the biggest impact. Instead, it’s the people who work hard behind the scenes in the trenches, that more often than not, determine the success or failure of any endeavor. Glenn McCall is one of those people in South Carolina politics. Glenn McCall spent most of his childhood in Monroe, Louisiana and described himself as “a quiet kid growing up.” From an early age, though, he enjoyed working hard and, “doing chores to make money.”

SCGOP Weekly 8/08/2016

Congressman Rice to host meet-and-greets in August SC Now – Congressman Tom Rice announced Monday several upcoming public events across South Carolina’s 7th Congressional District. Top Democratic National Committee officials resign in wake of email breach Washington Post – Three top officials at the Democratic National Committee will leave their posts this week amid the controversy over the release of a cache of hacked emails from the committee. Sen. Tim Scott talks about recent issues and Trump WJBF News 6 – United States Sen. Tim Scott is taking the time to listen to the voters. Lindsey Graham on Iran $400

SCGOP Weekly 8/01/2016

Sen. Lindsey Graham: ‘No time to nickel and dime Israel’ Washington Post – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on news Israel and the Obama Administration will begin negotiating a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on military assistance next week. Graham has strongly pushed for additional defense funding for Israel. Trump accuses convention-going Dems of ignoring ISIS, border security Fox News – Donald Trump on Wednesday accused Democrats attending their national convention of ignoring security issues ranging from border policies to the Islamic State, arguing a Hillary Clinton administration would only make the situation worse as

SCGOP WEEKLY 7/25/2016

Again with the emails: Latest scandal rocks Clinton’s crowning at convention start Fox News – Hillary Clinton, who spent the entirety of her presidential primary campaign battling allegations over her improper use of a personal email server while secretary of state, once again faces an email headache just days before her crowning as the Democratic presidential nominee. Watch the latest video at video.foxnews.com S.C. Delegation Casts Delegate Votes at the RNC National Convention (VIDEO) SCGOP – The great state of South Carolina casts its 50 delegate votes for Donald J. Trump! Five South Carolina GOP takeaways from the Republican convention

S.C. Delegation Casts Delegate Votes at the RNC National Convention

SCGOP Statement on Vice Presidential Candidate Gov. Mike Pence

Cleveland, Ohio – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement on Indiana Governor Mike Pence, the presumptive Republican nominee for Vice President: “Governor Pence is an ideal Vice President and trusted by conservatives. He is also a proven reformer with executive experience who understands how to work with Republicans on Capitol Hill. “South Carolina Republicans have known and trusted Governor Mike Pence for years, given his speaking at our 2008 Silver Elephant Dinner.”

SCGOP Weekly 7/11/2016

Assessing Trump’s vice presidential shortlist SC NOW – Republican Donald Trump has narrowed down his vice presidential short-list to a handful of contenders. While the presumptive GOP nominee is known for throwing curveballs, here’s a look at some of the men and women he is said to be considering and has met with recently. Donald Trump: Republican convention speakers are set CBS – Donald Trump’s list of speakers at the Republican National Convention this month is “totally filled,” the presumptive GOP nominee said in a tweet Saturday morning. South Carolina Republican of the Month – Erika McDuffie SCGOP – Erika is

S.C. Republican of the Month – Erika McDuffie

Everyone has a story to tell. Some stories are good – but some are great. This is the story of Erika McDuffie, and it deserves to be told. Erika is 27 years old. She grew up in Greenville, South Carolina. Being raised by a single mother came with its challenges, but Erika learned to work hard. Due to her mother’s busy schedule, she spent most of her early childhood with her grandmother. Erika was very studious as a child, so much so that her grandmother deemed her kitchen table unusable from the scattered homework and open textbooks. Her grandmother, wanting

SCGOP Weekly 7/5/2016

FBI: Clinton ‘extremely careless’ about emails, shouldn’t be charged AP – Director Comey said that although the investigation found “extremely careless” behavior by Clinton and her staff in their handling of sensitive information, the FBI had concluded that “no charges are appropriate.” > South Carolina Republican of the Month – Erika McDuffie Erika is 27 years old. She grew up in Greenville, South Carolina. Being raised by a single mother came with its challenges, but Erika learned to work hard. Donald Trump: ‘Legendary lie #1’ | Campaign 2016 Washington Post – Donald Trump launched a 10-part video series June 26, outlining what

SCGOP Weekly 6/27/2016

South Carolina Primary Runoff June 28th – Voting information Below Click here – To check your voter registration Click here – To find your voting Precinct Click here – To find out how to vote Nikki Haley, Tim Scott will attend GOP Convention Washington Examiner – South Carolina Nikki Haley said Tuesday she will attend the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Ohio, next month, a staff member wrote in an email. S.C. Senators vote down unviersal background checks for gun buyers Post & Courier – South Carolina’s senators, Republicans Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott, joined with the majority of their Republican colleagues by voting down the two provisions offered by Democrats.

SCGOP Weekly 6/20/2016

South Carolina Primary Runoff June 28th – Voting information Below Click here – To check your voter registration Click here – To find your voting Precinct Click here – To find out how to vote 2016 SC Primary Election Results WSPA – Here are the results from the 2016 SC Primary Election Memorial service marks a year after Charleston, S.C., church massacre Reuters – The city of Charleston came together on Friday for a memorial and other events to mark the first anniversary of the murders of nine members of a Bible study group…. Supt. Spearman Joins Boys and Girls State Joint Inauguration SC Dept. of Education –

SCGOP Weekly 6/13/2016

South Carolina Primary Tomorrow – Voting information Below Click here – To check your voter registration Click here – To find your voting Precinct Click here – To find out how to vote South Carolina Officials React to Orlando Night Shooting Post and Courier – Nearly a year after South Carolina reeled from its own mass shooting at Emanuel AME Church, local and congressional Palmetto State officials weighed in on the tragedy early Sunday in Orlando, Fla. State gives Beaufort County kudos for transparency Island Packet – In a letter sent to Beaufort County Administrator Gary Kubic, S.C. Comptroller General Richard Eckstrom recently congratulated the county for making its check register available

SCGOP Weekly 6/6/2016

Vets, Families Remember Normandy D-Day Landings, 72 Years On ABC News – Proud veterans in their 90s and families of fallen soldiers are commemorating the epochal D-Day invasion of Normandy 72 years ago that helped the Allies defeat Hitler. SCGOP Chairman Moore: Ironically Democrats’ superdelegate system isn’t very Democratic The Blaze – It’s ironic that the Democrats’ superdelegate system isn’t very Democratic,” Matt Moore, head of the South Carolina GOP, told TheBlaze. “Party insiders have stacked the deck for Clinton and against Sanders. Sanders never really had a chance.” Governor signs bill accepting G.A. CWP gun licenses in S.C. WSPA – Lawmakers passed a

S.C. Republican of the Month – Will Galloway

We were proud to meet with “The Governor” today — at least that’s what his buddies call William Galloway on the golf course. Congratulations to Will for being the South Carolina Republican Party’s first Republican of the Month! Will is a 16-year-old Blythewood High School junior. This past month, he was elected Chairman of the South Carolina Federation of Teenage Republicans (S.C. TARS) after serving as Vice Chairman last year. Working with S.C. TARS, Will has tirelessly engaged millennials in our state by highlighting both conservative values and Republican Party principles. But his political involvement in our state began even earlier. Will was born and

Press Release: SCGOP National Convention Delegation Elects Officers

Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina’s 2016 Republican National Convention delegation met yesterday to elect its officers and make appointments to the National Convention’s four standing committees. The delegation, which will attend the National Convention July 18-21, 2016 in Cleveland, is comprised of 50 delegates and 47 alternates from across South Carolina. Their names can be seen by clicking here. The following individuals were elected delegation officers: Lt. Governor Henry McMaster (Richland) – Delegation Chairman SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore (Lexington) – Delegation Co-Chairman Gov. Nikki Haley and U.S. Senator Tim Scott – Honorary Chairmen Mrs. Lou Nolan (Richland) – Delegation Vice

SCGOP Weekly 5/31/2016

Over the top: Trump sews up delegates to seal GOP nomination AP – Triumphantly armed with a majority of his party’s delegates, Republican Donald Trump unleashed a broadside attack Thursday on Hillary Clinton’s prescriptions for energy, guns, the economy and international affairs… State Dept. watchdog: Clinton violated email rules Politico – The inspector general report is the latest headache for Clinton in the scandal over her exclusive use of private email for State business. S.C. governor Nikki Haley signs law banning abortion at 20 weeks Fox News – Republican Gov. Nikki Haley signed legislation Wednesday that immediately outlaws most abortions

Facebook Live Video with Chairman Matt Moore 5/24/2016

[WATCH] Chairman Matt Moore on Facebook Live on Monday, May 24th taking questions and giving an update on the 2016 Presidential election and the Republican Party.

SCGOP Weekly 5/23/2016

S.C. Republicans talk Trump as nominee, meeting with House speaker Aiken Standard – On Thursday, House Speaker Paul Ryan met with Donald Trump in what has been reported as an effort to unify the party. Matt Moore, S.C. GOP Chairman, said he supports Trump as the GOP nominee, and said, “You have to respect Donald Trump’s electoral success.” Senator Tim Scott: Fight Poverty by Investing in Opportunity The State – The Investing in Opportunity Act is an important step toward bringing success back to all of America, and with bipartisan support on both sides of the Capitol, we have a real opportunity

2016 S.C. Republican Party Annual Award Winners

Congratulations and thank you to these deserving Republicans for their gifts of time, talent, and resources! Roger Milliken Award – Mr. Mikee Johnson of Orangeburg County Highest award given by the South Republican Party in honor of the late Roger Milliken. Chairman’s Bronze Elephant Award – Ms. Mary Anne Cannady of Colleton County Presented by the State Chairman for dedicated service to the South Carolina Republican Party. Palmetto Elephant Award – Mr. Steven Diaz of Richland County Given each year to the most outstanding volunteer of the South Carolina Republican Party. James B. Edwards Award – Ms. Mary Ann Riley

SCGOP Weekly 5/16/2016

S.C. GOP leaders urge Republicans to unite behind Trump The Greenville News—Party leaders urged Republicans to coalesce behind presumptive presidential nominee Donald Trump at Saturday’s South Carolina Republican Convention in Columbia. Lindsey Graham donates 13-year-old car, buys new one with Upstate ties GREENVILLE, S.C. —One of South Carolina’s top lawmakers on Monday made a move that goes beyond politics: He donated his car to charity. South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is meeting with the state’s top emergency management officials as they prepare for the upcoming hurricane season. COLUMBIA, South Carolina — The exercise focuses on evacuations and shelter issues prior

Full Results – 2016 At-Large National Delegate/Alternate Elections

The following individuals were elected at-large National Delegate (26 total) and Alternate (26 total) at the S.C. GOP State Convention on May 7, 2016: First Last # Votes Status Katon Dawson 326 National Delegate Curtis Loftis 274 WITHDRAWN Henry McMaster 241 National Delegate Sandra Bryan 238 National Delegate Randy Page 232 National Delegate Tom Davis 209 National Delegate LaDonna Ryggs 202 National Delegate Cyndi Campsen Mosteller 201 National Delegate Sumter Moye Graham 196 National Delegate Ben Kinlaw 194 National Delegate Drew McKissick 191 National Delegate Bill Pickle 185 National Delegate Sandra Stroman 184 National Delegate Sally Atwater 170 National Delegate

2016 National Convention Delegate/Alternate Election Results

Dear Fellow Republicans, It was great to see so many of you this weekend! THANK YOU for your work to make our State Convention and Silver Elephant Celebration so successful. Congratulations to Cindy Costa and Glenn McCall, who were re-elected as National Commiteewoman and National Committeeman, respectively, at today’s State Convention. State Convention attendees also elected at-large Delegates and Alternates to our National Convention, to be held July 18-21 in Cleveland, Ohio. Here are the results, with each person’s vote total following: National Delegates (Top 26) Katon Dawson – 326 Henry McMaster – 241 Sandra Bryan – 238 Randy Page

Press Release: Cindy Costa & Glenn McCall re-elected as SCGOP National Committeewoman, Committeeman

Cindy Costa and Glenn McCall re-elected as South Carolina’s Republican National Committeewoman, Committeeman Columbia, S.C.- At today’s South Carolina Republican Party State Convention, delegates from across the state re-elected Cindy Costa and Glenn McCall as South Carolina’s Republican National Committeewoman and Committeeman, respectively. Costa, from Charleston County, has served on the Republican National Committee since 1996 and ranks in the top 10 (of 168) in committee seniority. McCall, from York County, has served on the Republican National Committee since 2008. He is currently Vice Chairman of the Committee on Arrangements at the 2016 Republican National Convention, which will be held

Press Release: SCGOP to Live Stream State Convention in Virtual Reality

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today announced that the S.C. Republican Party will live stream in virtual reality (VR) its state convention to be held this Saturday, May 7. Anyone with a VR headset, smartphone or personal computer can tune in beginning at 9:45 A.M. to see and hear the entire state convention in complete 360 degree virtual reality. Saturday’s live stream marks the first time that a Republican Party convention will be live streamed in virtual reality. “Live streaming our state convention in virtual reality shows the Republican Party’s commitment to both transparency and innovative technology,” said Chairman Moore. “People across the

Press Release: SCGOP Statement on Senator Shane Massey

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement following the election of State Senator Shane Massey (R-Edgefield) as Majority Leader: “Senator Shane Massey is an outstanding choice for Majority Leader. He is a principled conservative who will shake things up in the South Carolina Senate. “Since his election in 2007, Senator Massey has continually focused on good policy ideas that will improve the lives of our citizens. His election today should give encouragement to all South Carolinians.” ###

Press Release: SCGOP statement on Close of 2016 Candidate Filing

Press Release: 2016 candidate filing closes, S.C. Republican Party again fields most candidates Columbia, S.C. – Candidate filing for this year’s June 14 primary and November 8 general elections closed at 12:00 noon today. The South Carolina Republican Party by far fielded the most candidates of any political party, with 526 of the 1,007 total candidates. The Democrats fielded 446 candidates. The S.C. Republican Party also fielded candidates in each of the state’s seven Congressional Districts. “We are honored that hundreds of South Carolina citizens have stepped forward to serve as Republicans. With their leadership, our party’s future is strong

Press Release: Sen. Tom Cotton to keynote annual SCGOP Silver Elephant Dinner

U.S. Senator Tom Cotton to keynote 49th Annual Silver Elephant Dinner; dinner to highlight Republican Party’s “Rising Stars” Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today announced that Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton will keynote the S.C. Republican Party’s 49th Annual Silver Elephant Dinner held on May 6, 2016. The Silver Elephant Dinner, first held in 1967, is consistently the largest and most prestigious Republican gathering in South Carolina. Previous keynote speakers include governors, senators, RNC chairmen, and Presidents Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush. “Senator Cotton is a rising star in the Republican Party,” said Chairman Moore. “We are excited

Official Call to 2016 State Convention

Fellow Republican, In accordance with state law and South Carolina Republican Party Rules, and on behalf of the South Carolina Republican Party, it is our pleasure to announce the convening of the 2016 South Carolina Republican Party State Convention for the purposes of electing national delegates and alternates, national committee members, and transacting other such business as may properly come before the convention. The 2016 State Convention will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2016 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center located at 1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia, S.C. 29201. Check-in for delegates and alternates will begin at 8:30 AM; the

Press Release: Hope Walker named SCGOP Executive Director

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore has appointed Hope Walker as the state party’s new executive director, effective immediately. Walker is the first female executive director in the S.C. Republican Party’s history. “No one is more qualified than Hope Walker to lead our state party into the 2016 presidential election. Hope’s connections to our grassroots activists and elected officials are strong and we know she’ll do an incredible job,” said Chairman Moore. About Hope Walker: Hope Walker previously served as State Director for Mike Huckabee for President (2015-2016), RNC/SCGOP State Director (2014), SCGOP Political Director (2013), and SCGOP Member

Press Release: SCGOP Statement on Senator Lindsey Graham

SCGOP Statement on Senator Lindsey Graham suspending Presidential campaign COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement on South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham suspending his presidential campaign: “Senator Graham gave 110% effort in seeking the Republican presidential nomination. We are proud of him for being the first South Carolinian in over sixty years to seriously compete for the White House. “Senator Graham has an incredibly strong and loyal grassroots network in South Carolina. Given Senator Graham’s huge primary victory in South Carolina just last year, the Graham network could have a major impact on

Press Release: Moore certifies fourteen candidates to appear on First-in-the-South Republican Party Presidential Primary Ballot

Moore certifies fourteen candidates to appear on First-in-the-South Republican Party Presidential Primary Ballot COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today certified fourteen candidates to appear on the 2016 First-in-the-South Republican Party Presidential Primary ballot. An official certification letter was transmitted to the South Carolina State Election Commission this afternoon. (view letter) The South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2016. “The Republican Party has the most diverse, experienced field of presidential candidates in its history. This presidential primary process presents real choices for voters and I’m proud that every major presidential

Press Release: SCGOP Chairman statement on Paul Ryan’s election as Speaker

Columbia, South Carolina — SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today issued the following statement on Republican Rep. Paul D. Ryan of Wisconsin being elected Speaker of the United States House of Representatives: “Paul Ryan represents a new generation of American leadership. His election as Speaker of the House is a great moment for Republicans who are focused on solving America’s biggest challenges. I congratulate Speaker Ryan and look forward to his leadership and ideas for reform,” said Chairman Moore. ###

Press Release: 15 Republican candidates file for President in South Carolina

COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today announced that 15 current Republican presidential candidates have properly filed their paperwork to appear on South Carolina’s 2016 First-in-the-South Republican presidential primary ballot. The deadline to file was 5:00 P.M. today. The South Carolina Republican presidential primary will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2016. “The Republican Party has the most diverse, qualified field of candidates in its history and I’m thrilled at the choices voters will have next February,” said South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore. “On the other hand, the Democrats’ coronation of Hillary Clinton continues

Press Release: SCGOP Presidential filing form includes party pledge

Columbia, S.C. – In response to today’s many media inquiries, SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore reaffirmed that the South Carolina Republican Party’s 2016 Presidential Primary filing form includes a party pledge to not run as a third party candidate in November 2016. South Carolina candidates for state and local office must sign a similar pledge. All candidates must “hereby affirm that I generally believe in and intend to support the nominees and platform of the Republican Party in the November 8, 2016 general election.” Thus far, four candidates have signed the pledge and filed for South Carolina’s February 20, 2016 Republican

SCGOP Announces Town Hall Meeting with Gov. Mike Huckabee

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This is an exciting time. Republicans have the largest, most diverse presidential lineup in history. And our debates showcase the bold vision and fresh ideas our candidates have for our country. So we’d love to hear your thoughts.

Press Release: SCGOP Statement on Greenville Presidential Debate

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore tonight released the following statement on Greenville being chosen to host a February 2016 Republican presidential debate at the Peace Center: “We are excited to partner with the Republican National Committee and CBS to host a presidential debate just seven days before the South Carolina primary. The economic impact on Greenville and the Upstate will be huge. And as we saw last week, the Republican Party has the largest and most diverse field in its history. The debates will only become more important in deciding our party’s nominee.”

SCGOP Chairman Responds to Tragic Shooting in Charleston

Columbia, S.C. — South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement following last night’s tragic shooting of nine South Carolinians in Charleston including Democratic State Senator Clementa Pinckney: “Today is undoubtedly one of the saddest days in our state’s history. Our hearts ache for the friends and families of State Senator Clementa Pinckney and the eight others who were senselessly murdered. We lift them up in prayer as well as the congregation of Emanuel AME church. “”Emanuel’ literally means ‘God is with us.’ We know that He is with the victims and congregation at Emanuel – and

Press Release: SCGOP Statement on Lindsey Graham running for President

Columbia, S.C. – Earlier this morning, South Carolina’s senior United States Senator Lindsey Graham announced his bid for the 2016 Republican Presidential nomination. SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement regarding Senator Graham’s announcement: “Senator Lindsey Graham is a longtime friend and supporter of the South Carolina Republican Party. We wish Senator Graham the very best in his campaign and look forward to seeing the Senator on our ‘First in the South’ campaign trail.”

Press Release: SCGOP Statement on Hillary Clinton visiting South Carolina

Columbia, S.C. – Tomorrow, Hillary Clinton will make her first campaign trip to South Carolina, where prominent local Democrats have been raising concerns about her candidacy since before Clinton even launched her 2016 campaign. SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement regarding the upcoming campaign stops: “In 2008, South Carolina Democrats rejected Hillary Clinton’s unaccountable and unethical history. Today, she is plagued by a growing number of scandals, more unanswered questions, and growing distrust among Americans. America is ready for a leader with honesty and integrity, who has a vision for the future, and can take America in a

SCGOP Announces 2015 Officers and Award Winners

Fellow Republican, It was a weekend to remember! A combined 2,500+ Republicans descended on Columbia for the 48th Annual Silver Elephant Dinner and State Convention. We heard from many South Carolina elected officials and possible Presidential candidates. Awards were given and State Party officers were elected. But above all else, we hope every guest enjoyed the festivities and left impressed with our State Party’s dedication to excellence. Thank you to each and every person who made the weekend possible! At Saturday’s State Convention, delegates elected the State Party’s new officers. Congratulations to these hard-working Republicans: State Chairman – Matt Moore

Press Release: Matt Moore re-elected as SCGOP Chairman

Columbia, S.C. — At today’s biennial South Carolina Republican Party State Convention, Matt Moore of Lexington County was re-elected as the state party’s Chairman. Moore won 83.1% of the vote over Mark Powell of Anderson County. Moore, 33, is America’s second-youngest state Republican Party chairman. “I’m honored by the overwhelming support of our state convention. Thank you delegates for the trust you’ve placed in me,” said Chairman Moore. “Together, our work continues to build an innovative, modern Republican Party. Working hand in hand with our Republican county leaders, activists, and elected officials, we stand together- committed to strong Republican leadership

Official Call to 2015 State Convention

Fellow Republican, In accordance with state law and South Carolina Republican Party Rules, and on behalf of the South Carolina Republican Party, it is my pleasure to announce the convening of the 2015 South Carolina Republican Party State Convention for the purposes of electing state officers and transacting other such business as may properly come before the convention. The 2015 State Convention will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center located at 1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia, S.C. 29201. Check-in for delegates and alternates will begin at 8:30 AM; the Convention will convene promptly at

Press Release: SCGOP statement on Hillary Clinton announcing for President

Columbia, S.C. — SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement following Hillary Clinton’s announcement that she is again running for U.S. President: “In her nearly thirty years as a political insider, Hillary Clinton has left a trail of scandals that can’t be erased. Unaccountable and unethical, she represents all that’s wrong with Democrats in Washington, D.C. “Even prominent South Carolina Democrats are calling Hillary Clinton ‘secretive’ and saying ‘is this the best we can do?’ We agree. America needs an honest, principled leader in the White House. Thankfully, Republicans have a strong and diverse set of candidates who will

ICYMI: Top S.C. Democrats NOT ready for Hillary Clinton

In Case You Missed It: Top South Carolina Democrats NOT ready for Hillary Clinton Good morning – if you’re writing about Hillary Clinton’s serious hurdles in South Carolina, please see the comments below. Both current and former Democratic National Committee members continue to express uneasinesss over the Hillary Clinton coronation. Current and former DNC members concerned about “Clinton Coronation,” say Hillary has “peaked in popularity” and “Is this the best we can do?” “’We haven’t seen Hillary Clinton since 2008. I don’t think that speaks very highly of someone that she’s only here when she needs you,’ he says, adding

Press Release: RNC Chairman Priebus to headline annual SCGOP Silver Elephant Dinner

RNC Chairman Reince Priebus to keynote 48th Annual Silver Elephant Dinner in “First in the South” presidential primary state; dinner to honor the late Governor Jim Edwards Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today announced that Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Reince Priebus will keynote the S.C. Republican Party’s 48th Annual Silver Elephant Dinner held on May 1, 2015. The Silver Elephant Dinner, first held in 1967, is consistently the largest and most prestigious Republican gathering in South Carolina. Previous keynote speakers include governors, senators, and Presidents Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush. “Chairman Priebus has done an incredible

5 Awesome GIFs that sum up President Obama’s trip to S.C.

President Obama is visiting South Carolina tomorrow for the first time since taking office. He’s addressing young people at Benedict College – so we found 5 Awesome GIFs that sum up President Obama’s trip to South Carolina. We hope the students at Benedict College ask the President about some of these topics –> 1. Happy memories in South Carolina, where he defeated Hillary Clinton in 2008: 2. Every young person owing over $56,000 in national debt: 3. Youth unemployment that is THREE times the national average: 4. Record number of young people living with their parents: 5. Where are Hillary Clinton’s

Breaking News: Gov. Scott Walker in South Carolina

Fellow Republican – Governor Scott Walker is visiting South Carolina! The South Carolina Republican Party is honored to host Governor Walker for events across the state on March 19-20. Tickets will undoubtedly go fast – so don’t delay! –> March 19 – Lunch in Columbia (Click each event to RSVP) –> March 19 – BBQ Dinner in Greenville –> March 20 – Breakfast in Rock Hill –> March 20 – Lunch in Charleston Governor Walker is one of America’s best governors and a proven election winner. Please join us to hear Governor Walker’s Wisconsin success story! In Freedom, Matt Moore State

Press Release: South Carolina GOP statement on President Obama visiting state

Press Release: South Carolina GOP statement on President Obama visiting state Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement following news that President Barack Obama will visit the state this coming Friday, March 6: “Middle class families and small businesses continue to suffer under President Obama’s bad policies. If the President wants to do something more productive than push his liberal agenda on our state, South Carolina has some beautiful golf courses. From blocking construction of the Keystone Pipeline to driving up health care costs to attacking South Carolina manufacturers through the NLRB, it’s

Press Release: Glenn McCall named Vice-Chairman of 2016 Republican National Convention

RNC Chairman Reince Priebus Announces COA Vice-Chairmen, Treasurer, and Secretary for 2016 Republican National Convention Glenn McCall of Rock Hill named Vice-Chairman WASHINGTON –Today, RNC Chairman Reince Priebus announced the Committee on Arrangements new officers that will assist Committee Chair Steve King and Committee Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson in organizing the 2016 RNC National Convention. Enid Mickelsen and Glenn McCall will serve as the committee vice-chairs, newly-created positions that will be responsible for splitting responsibilities to enhance the delegate experience in Cleveland. Tony Parker will assume the role of treasurer and Susie Hudson will serve as secretary of the Committee

Press Release: S.C. Republican Party endorses Governor Haley’s Tax Reform Plan

Press Release: S.C. Republican Party endorses Governor Nikki Haley’s Tax Reform Plan Columbia, S.C. – The S.C. Republican Party’s State Executive Committee earlier today passed a resolution endorsing Governor Nikki Haley’s tax reform plan. The State Executive Committee is comprised of grassroots leaders from all 46 South Carolina counties. The resolution passed with an overwhelming vote at the committee’s first quarter meeting held in Columbia. According to the resolution, “the South Carolina Republican Party State Executive Committee calls on the General Assembly to work in a spirit of cooperation with Governor Nikki Haley and pass the Governor’s complete tax reform

Press Release: SCGOP to host CBS News presidential primary debate in February 2016

SCGOP to host CBS News presidential primary debate in February 2016 Coronado, California – The South Carolina Republican Party, in partnership with the Republican National Committee, today announced that South Carolina will host a CBS News Republican presidential primary debate in February 2016. The decision was announced at the RNC Winter Meeting being held this week in San Diego. “South Carolina has played an important role in picking America’s president since 1980. After much hard work to secure the 2016 primary, we can’t wait to continue that tradition,” said S.C. Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore. “Beyond giving our Republican voters

Press Release: SCGOP Chair releases groundbreaking study of 2012 S.C. presidential primary

New research estimates almost $50 million economic impact from South Carolina’s 2012 Republican presidential primary Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today released a groundbreaking study of South Carolina’s 2012 Republican presidential primary cycle completed in partnership with the University of South Carolina’s Moore School of Business. The first of its kind academic research was completed as Chairman Moore’s Master of Economics thesis using the university’s economic impact simulator. Data sources included interviews, thousands of candidate spending records, and TV/radio ad purchase receipts. According to Moore’s research, the primary gave an almost $20 million direct boost to South Carolina’s

Press Release: SCGOP statement on Haley, Graham and Scott victories

Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement after Governor Nikki Haley, Senator Lindsey Graham, and Senator Tim Scott were re-elected to their respective offices: “The South Carolina Republican Party worked tirelessly over the past months to elect our ticket led by Governor Haley, Senator Graham and Senator Scott. Our volunteers helped to make over 3 million voter contacts and we leveraged social media and technology to their maximum power. Hundreds of thousands of South Carolinians heard our message of positive, conservative leadership. “Voters today overwhelmingly recognized the incredible progress we’ve made with Nikki

Press Release: SCGOP, SCDP jointly launch “Troops Leading Troops” project

SCGOP, SCDP jointly launch TroopsLeadingTroops.com to raise awareness on Amendment 2 Amendment 2 would require state’s Adjutant General to be appointed by future governor South Carolina only state in nation that currently elects a military official Current Adjutant General Bob Livingston endorses YES vote on Amendment 2 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Matt Orr, SCGOP Press Secretary, 803-988-8440, orr@sc.gop Kristin Sosanie, SCDP Communications Director, 803-799-7798, ksosanie@scdp.org Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina’s two major political parties today jointly launched a project called “Troops Leading Troops.” The project – endorsed by current Adjutant General Bob Livingston – features a new website and significant

Press Release: SCGOP Chair Moore congratulates Governor Haley on Debate Victory

North Charleston, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement tonight following Governor Haley’s gubernatorial debate victory: “Tonight’s debate was a resounding victory for Governor Nikki Haley. Governor Haley is the only candidate with a clear, conservative record of results and a positive vision for South Carolina,” said SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore. “Vincent Sheheen’s mud-slinging debate performance, coupled with his full-on embrace of President Obama’s failed policies, shows why his campaign is failing and he’s the wrong choice for South Carolina.” ###

Press Release: Joe Biden’s taxpayer-funded campaign tour continues in S.C.

Columbia, S.C. – Joe Biden’s taxpayer-funded campaign tour continues in Columbia today. Please see this statement from SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore: “Joe Biden’s taxpayer-funded campaign tour marches on in South Carolina today, but South Carolinians aren’t fooled. They hate seeing their tax dollars wasted and they most certainly don’t want the failed Obama-Biden policies being forced on our state by people like Vincent Sheheen,” said Chairman Moore. “Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and Vincent Sheheen are wrong on every issue facing this state and nation.” ###

Weekly Update – Sept. 19, 2014

It was an action packed week at the S.C. Republican Party! On Monday, The State newspaper published Chairman Matt Moore’s Op-Ed on the popular Uber car service. Chairman Moore said he hopes “South Carolina consumers will continue to make their voices heard and that technological innovation wins out over government regulation.” Read the full Op-Ed: http://www.thestate.com/2014/09/14/3677193_moore-why-republicans-should-love.html Senator Ted Cruz (Texas) and Chairman Moore hosted a Victory 2014 fundraiser luncheon on Monday with over 100 guests. Senator Cruz presented a $10,000 check to support the state party’s Victory 2014 Get-Out-The-Vote campaign! Read the media summary: http://www.southcarolinaradionetwork.com/2014/09/15/cruz-talks-issues-at-sc-gop-fundraiser/ On Tuesday, Chairman Moore, National

Trey Gowdy’s Opening Statement on Benghazi

[WATCH] Trey Gowdy Kicks Off the Benghazi Hearings With a BANG Do you think we’ll finally get answers?

Media Advisory: SCGOP Chair Moore and Sen. Rand Paul to visit S.C. colleges

Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today announced that he will host United States Senator Rand Paul (R-K.Y.) for a South Carolina college tour on September 30, 2014. “College students deserve to have their voices heard in the political process, so our visit to South Carolina’s outstanding colleges and universities to reach them is a natural fit,” said Chairman Moore. “I thank Senator Paul for his willingness to engage in conversations with our college students.” Chairman Moore, 32, is the youngest state chairman in America’s two major political parties. Details: Tuesday, September 30, 2014 10:30 A.M.

Join us for lunch w/ Senator Ted Cruz!

Senator Cruz will be in South Carolina on Monday, September 15 to support Victory 2014 and our Republican candidates. Please join us to say “THANKS” to Senator Cruz for fighting for freedom in Washington and working to FIRE Harry Reid as Majority Leader! Click here to make your reservation TODAY. Tickets are going fast! Victory 2014 is the campaign arm of the South Carolina Republican Party and is the umbrella organization under which our varied Get-Out-the-Vote efforts are assembled. Your support will help us knock on every door necessary and make every phone call required to WIN in November!

Get an early start on tailgating w/ Gov. Rick Perry!

Politics is a lot like football. Governor Rick Perry’s opponents are throwing the liberal playbook at him – trying every trick play in an effort to STOP a Governor who’s standing strong against them. I hope you’ll join Governor Perry next Wednesday night, August 27th in Columbia! Only 24 hours later, Governor Perry’s Texas A&M Aggies will take on the #9-ranked Gamecocks. Get an early start on tailgating and show Governor Perry your support! First Citizens Café 1210 Main Street Columbia, SC 29201 Wednesday, August 27, 2014 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EDT)

Press Release: SCGOP announces Victory 2014 leadership and staff hires

South Carolina Republican Party announces Victory 2014 leadership and staff hires Victory 2014 team boasts experienced grassroots organizers, political professionals Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today announced the addition of 13 staff members to the State GOP’s Victory 2014 team. Victory 2014 is the South Carolina Republican Party’s coordinated campaign to elect Republicans to local, state and federal office. “We are excited to announce a team of talented professionals who will lead us to victory on November 4th. The Victory 2014 team will activate thousands of volunteers statewide who will work tirelessly to elect our

Joint Statement from VAGOP and SCGOP Chairs on Terry McAuliffe fundraising in South Carolina today

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Columbia, S.C. – The Chairmen of the Virginia and South Carolina Republican Parties today released statements on former Democratic National Committee Chairman and current Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe holding a “fundraising conference call” with South Carolina Democrats. The conference call is being held today. “South Carolina Democrats say Governor Terry McAuliffe has a ‘playbook’ for South Carolina. Vincent Sheheen must be studying the same playbook, given his support of higher taxes, job-killing regulations, and more Obamacare,” said South Carolina GOP Chairman Matt Moore. “The South Carolina Republican playbook will continue to be good-paying jobs, health care freedom,

Gov. Haley, Sen. Graham & Sen. Scott – Post-Primary Press Conference

Governor Nikki Haley, Senator Lindsey Graham and Senator Tim Scott address the media on June 11, 2014, following South Carolina’s statewide primaries held on June 10, 2014.

SCGOP’s Moore: Why didn’t Vincent Sheheen ask Joe Biden tough questions?

Liberal trial lawyer from Camden would import Obama’s failed policies to S.C. COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement after news broke that liberal career politicians Vincent Sheheen and Joe Biden, two of ObamaCare’s biggest cheerleaders, held a Washington, D.C. fundraiser: “When they were huddled together at their Washington D.C. fundraiser, did Vince Sheheen ask Vice President Biden why the Obama Administration is squeezing families and killing jobs as they expand ObamaCare in states like South Carolina? Why it would allow its Environmental Protection Agency to drive up our energy costs? Whether it will stop labor unions from bullying South Carolina

Press Release: 2014 SCGOP Award Winners

Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Republican Party recognized fifteen individuals for their service to the South Carolina Republican Party at last Friday night’s 47th Annual Silver Elephant Dinner. “Our grassroots activists and elected officials are the heart of our state party. These award winners go above and beyond the call of duty and we are honored by their leadership,” said SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore upon conveying the awards. The SCGOP Awards Committee met last month to select the winners. The 2014 award winners are: Roger Milliken Award: Lt. Governor Glenn McConnell, for his 30+ years of service as State

2014 Statewide Primary Election Guide

Who’s on the statewide ballot on June 10, 2014? Lieutenant Governor Mike Campbell MikeCampbellSC.com Pat McKinney VotePatMcKinney.com Henry McMaster HenryMcMaster.com Ray Moore RayMooreSC.com State Treasurer Brian Adams VoteBrianAdams.com Curtis Loftis CurtisLoftis.com State Superintendent of Education Sally Atwater AtwaterForEducation.com Gary Burgess BurgessForSC.org Meka Bosket Childs MekaChilds.com Amy Cofield AmyCofield.com Sheri Few SheriFew.com Don Jordan JordanForSupe.com Elizabeth Moffly ElizabethMoffly.com Molly Mitchell Spearman MollySpearman.com Adjutant General James Breazeale JamesForGeneral.com Bob Livingston GeneralLivingston.com Commissioner of Agriculture Joe Farmer ElectJoeFarmer.com Hugh E. Weathers HughWeathers.com U.S. Senate (full term) Det Bowers BowersForSC.com Lee Bright BrightForSenate.com Richard Cash RichardCashForSenate.com Bill Connor BillConnorSC.com Benjamin Dunn BenjaminDunn.org Lindsey Graham

Press Release: Senator Shane Massey named to “40 under 40” list by Washington Post

Photo Credit: Robert Norris / The Edgefield Advertiser Press Release: Senator Shane Massey named to “40 under 40” list by Washington Post SCGOP Press Shop, 803-988-8440 Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Republican Party today issued a statement congratulating State Senator Shane Massey, R-Edgefield, on being named to the Washington Post’s list of 40 rising political stars who are under 40 years old: “South Carolina is truly blessed to have principled, committed leaders like Senator Shane Massey. On behalf of all South Carolina Republicans, I congratulate him,” said SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore. From The Washington Post (Washington, D.C.) May 21st,

What we’re up to in 2014…

No SuperPAC or third party group is doing the kind of work that your State Party is doing… My friend — The campaign season is heating up! I hope you’ll take a moment to watch the video above – where you can learn about the exciting events coming up over the next five weeks. Click here to RSVP for our Silver Elephant Dinner with Gov. Bobby Jindal. What else are we up to in 2014? Our state party continues to move towards a precinct-based, grassroots organizing structure to build long-term relationships with people in our communities. We’re engaging at the

SCGOP statement on VP Joe Biden fundraising in South Carolina

Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement on Vice President Joe Biden hosting a fundraiser for South Carolina Democrats and State Senator Vincent Sheheen: “We welcome more Washington liberals visiting to support South Carolina Democrats. Joe Biden’s taxpayer-funded trip to South Carolina, costing $180,000 per hour, highlights just how far Washington liberals will go to install their no-growth, job-killing agenda in our states. South Carolina Democrats like Vincent Sheheen are ready and willing to help them. On that note, the South Carolina Republican Party is willing to provide transportation to the fundraiser for

Polling Update: Governor Nikki Haley Stronger than Ever

Polling Update: Governor Nikki Haley Stronger than Ever Leading by 15 points over Vincent Sheheen in New Poll From: SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore To: Interested Parties Re: Governor Haley’s latest poll numbers showing 15 point lead Today’s new polling numbers from Rasmussen show Governor Nikki Haley well-positioned to win re-election this November, leading Democrat Vincent Sheheen by a huge 52% to 37% margin. The numbers reflect South Carolinians placing their strong beliefs in Governor Haley’s committed leadership on jobs, the economy, and education. South Carolina’s unemployment rate fell sharply to 5.7% in February from 6.4% in January. The 5.7% number is a six-year

Memo: Vince Sheheen Defended Sex Offenders, Spouse Abusers for Pay

CAMPAIGN MEMORANDUM Memo: New Research Shows Vince Sheheen Defended Sex Offenders, Child Molesters, and Spouse Abusers for Pay Sheheen’s personal judgment comes into question Date: April 9, 2014 From: Matt Moore, SCGOP Chairman To: Interested Parties Vince Sheheen has been in public office for a decade and a half. His family has been South Carolina political royalty since the early 1980s. He has been running for governor non-stop for the last five years. But in truth, South Carolina doesn’t know who Vince Sheheen is. We know his income has quadrupled since he became a legislator but we don’t know exactly

Press Release: LA Gov. Bobby Jindal to headline SCGOP 2014 Silver Elephant Dinner

Columbia, S.C. – Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal will deliver the keynote address at the South Carolina Republican Party’s 47th Annual Silver Elephant Dinner on June 6. This year’s dinner will also honor America’s World War II veterans on the 70th Anniversary of D-Day. Friday June 6, 2014 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM (Dinner at 7:15 PM, Gov. Jindal speaking at approx. 7:45 PM) Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center 1101 Lincoln Street Columbia, SC 29201 The Silver Elephant Dinner, first held in 1967, is consistently the largest and most prestigious Republican gathering in South Carolina. Previous speakers have included President Ronald Reagan

Press Release: Richland County Elections office blocking access to Joel Lourie documents

SCGOP responds to Richland County Elections office blocking access to Joel Lourie documents Chairman calls $1,000+ charge for public documents “outrageous,” says charge “further erodes public trust” Columbia, S.C. – The S.C. Republican Party today responded to the Richland County Ombudsman and Election Office after they demanded over $1,036 to provide communications between State Senator Joel Lourie and the Richland County Election Office. Copies of all correspondence are attached. SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore wrote Ombudsman Judy Carter, “Charging in excess of $1,000 for responding to a public records request amounts to nothing more than ‘double dipping’ by the Richland County

Press Release: 2014 candidate filing closes, S.C. Republican Party fields most candidates

Columbia, S.C. – Candidate filing for this year’s June 10 primary and November 4 general elections closed at 12:00 noon today. The South Carolina Republican Party by far fielded the most candidates of any political party, with 385 of the 731 total candidates. The Democrats fielded 323 candidates. “2014 candidate filing once again showed the strength of our S.C. Republican Party. I thank each candidate for their willingness to serve the people of South Carolina,” said SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore. “I would also like to thank our party’s grassroots leadership for giving us a decisive advantage in candidate recruitment. Their

SCGOP Chairman’s statement on Lt. Gov. Glenn McConnell

Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore tonight issued a statement following news that Lieutenant Governor Glenn McConnell has been selected as President of the College of Charleston: “Lieutenant Governor Glenn McConnell has served South Carolina with distinction for over three decades. A true statesman – he made the honorable choice to become Lieutenant Governor when as a powerful State Senator, some suggested that he simply avoid it,” said Chairman Moore. “I congratulate Lt. Governor McConnell on his selection as President and thank him for his service to our state. South Carolina Republicans wish him all the

Shocking New Video from Rep. Trey Gowdy. You’ll See Why.

The SCGOP is proud of our Congressional delegation and the leadership they have shown in standing up to President Obama and his liberal agenda. Please take a minute to watch what Rep. Trey Gowdy said about the President’s agenda this week. Wow!

The worst week in South Carolina

Dear Friend, The worst week in South Carolina belongs to the South Carolina Democratic Party. Their bad week began on Monday in Wagener, where conservative Aiken County Councilwoman Kathy Rawls announced her switch to the Republican Party (click to watch video). Councilwoman Rawls had served as a Democrat since 1988. Upon switching, she said, “The Democratic Party left me when they became more and more liberal, no longer reflecting my values and beliefs.” On Wednesday, we learned that Democrat State Superintendent candidate Mike Anthony bailed on his campaign, leaving Democrats with out-of-touch liberal Montrio Belton as their only announced candidate

Press Release: SCGOP statement on Rick Wade leaving U.S. Senate race

Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Republican Party today issued a statement following news that Democrat Rick Wade has withdrawn from the United States Senate race: “The S.C. Republican Party said from day one that Rick Wade is too liberal for South Carolina. Rick Wade has finally admitted it,” said SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore. “Records matter. Rick Wade’s record includes authoring President Obama’s failed $787 billion stimulus bill and sending taxpayer dollars to his political cronies at companies like Solyndra,” Moore continued. “Our research team deserves credit for telling South Carolinians the truth about Rick Wade.”

Red to the Roots: It’s Working!

We’ve got some great news out of Aiken County. Our Red to the Roots strategy is working! Earlier today, Aiken County Councilwoman Kathy Rawls left the Democratic Party and joined the Republican Party! Councilwoman Rawls has served since 1988. In her remarks today she said, “The Democratic Party left me when they became more and more liberal, no longer reflecting my values and beliefs.” I couldn’t have said it better myself. South Carolina Democrats are out of touch with South Carolina values. They’ll stop at nothing to infringe on our liberties and cede every family’s decisions to Washington. Please take

In Case You Missed It: Gov. Haley “Concerned” About Richland Elections Problems

“It is very concerning that there were accusations yesterday that a senator was bullying and trying to weigh in on keeping a brother-in-law with a job and it just smells of corruption and so I’m concerned about that.” – Governor Nikki Haley Haley “Concerned” About Richland Elections Problems By: Jennifer Bellamy Columbia, SC (WLTX) – Governor Nikki Haley has weighed in on the series of problems plaguing the Richland County Elections Office. “The one thing we want in South Carolina, is for people to be confident in their vote, confident that their vote counts and for us to realize that

Press Release: SCGOP Chairman’s statement on Senator Joel Lourie

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Contact: 803-988-8440 COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today released the following statement in response to a news report that Democratic State Senator Joel Lourie bullied Richland County election officials to ensure his brother-in-law kept his job at the embattled Richland County Election Commission: “It is a gross abuse of power that Senator Lourie feels his brother-in-law’s cushy job is more important than the citizens of Richland County’s constitutionally guaranteed right to vote. Senator Lourie should immediately apologize to Richland County residents for any intimidation on his part that led

SCGOP Weekly Update – February 21, 2014

My Fellow Conservative – We’ve had a busy week here at the S.C. Republican Party! These Weekly Updates are intended to keep you in the loop on our progress here at headquarters. It was my honor to speak at the Anderson County Republican Party meeting on Monday night. I updated their members on our new “Red to the Roots” program and our 2014 election priorities, including registering over 10,000 new Republican voters who will help re-elect Governor Nikki Haley and the Republican team. Our field staff also criss-crossed the state this week, attending meetings in Orangeburg, Dorchester, Charleston, Greenville, Spartanburg,

ICYMI: Chairman Matt Moore on MSNBC

Earlier today SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore joined SCDP Chairman Jaime Harrison on MSNBC to discuss Hillary Clinton’s presumptive campaign for United States President: Link to video

Let’s get to work

Dear Friend – Are you ready for November? We’ve been hard at work for months at the South Carolina Republican Party to make sure we do everything we can for our Republican candidates. But we need your help. On March 1st, we will kick off our volunteer efforts statewide by participating in a National Day of Action and I hope you will join us. Please RSVP here and we will be in touch with information about what we have planned in your county. With your help, we’ll be ready for November 4th and leave the Democrats in the dust. In

Roses are red, violets are blue…

We hope you stayed warm and safe during this snowy week in South Carolina. From the SCGOP team to you, Happy Valentine’s Day! Just a few minutes ago, these special “Vince Sheheen Valentines” arrived in our mailbox. Please share them on Facebook and Twitter with your friends! Have a great weekend and we’ll see you soon. Signed, Team SCGOP

In Case You Missed It: “South Carolina Gets ‘A+’ for Storm Response”

“South Carolina’s management of the situation gets a ’10.'” – Dr. Christopher Emrich, University of South Carolina geography expert “All and all, we were able to get through this storm effectively and safely,” – Jonathan Oh, ABC Columbia weather expert South Carolina Gets ‘A+’ for Storm Response By Monique Williams 1/30/2014 Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — As Governor Nikki Haley rescinds the state of emergency status issued earlier this week, weather and disaster experts are giving the Palmetto State high marks for its handling of Winter Storm 2014, unlike neighboring southeastern states. Into our newsroom today, the headline reads, “South Carolina

Press Release: South Carolina secures 2016 “First in the South” Republican Presidential Primary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 24, 2014 Breaking News: South Carolina secures 2016 “First in the South” Republican Presidential Primary Washington, D.C. – In an overwhelming vote of the full 168-member Republican National Committee (RNC) held today, South Carolina Republicans secured the 2016 “First in the South” Republican Presidential Primary. The primary will tentatively be held in February 2016. Under new RNC rules approved by the full committee, only South Carolina, Iowa, New Hampshire and Nevada will hold contests in February 2016. States that “jump” ahead of the four early states will be severely penalized. In 2012, the lack of such

Press Release: SCGOP Chair calls on top S.C. Democrats to renounce disgusting attack on Sen. Tim Scott

SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore calls on top S.C. Democrats to renounce disgusting attack on Senator Tim Scott, says “their silence implies approval” FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: SCGOP Press Shop, 803-988-8440 Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today called on S.C. Democratic Party Chairman Jaime Harrison and party leader/gubernatorial candidate Vincent Sheheen to renounce yesterday’s attack on U.S. Senator Tim Scott by William Barber II. Barber’s remarks were delivered in downtown Columbia, South Carolina. Barber is well known for organizing the “Moral Monday” protests at the North Carolina Statehouse. According to The State, Barber said, “A ventriloquist can always find

We’re launching Red to the Roots!

Will you support Red to the Roots with $5 or $10 TODAY? Click here to tell tax and spend Democrats that their days are numbered! Fellow Republican, South Carolina is a solidly red, Republican state – or so says the media and most observers. However, a closer look into history and the current state of politics might surprise you. In 1974, a Lowcountry dentist named Jim Edwards waged a massive grassroots campaign to become our first Republican governor in one hundred years. And it was only within the last two decades that Republicans gained majorities in the South Carolina General

Press Release: Statement on Lt. Gov. Glenn McConnell not seeking re-election

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: SCGOP Press Shop, 803-988-8440 Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement following Lt. Governor Glenn McConnell’s announcement that he will not seek re-election in 2014: “Lieutenant Governor Glenn McConnell has dedicated over thirty years of his life to improving South Carolina. His tireless leadership and love for our state will be missed. “The South Carolina Republican Party and its grassroots will work tirelessly to make sure a Republican remains in the Lt. Governor’s office in 2015 and beyond.” ###

Press Release: SCGOP State Committee passes resolution to reject Common Core

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: SCGOP Press Shop, 803-988-8440 Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Republican Party’s State Executive Committee, comprised of leaders from the state’s 46 counties, this week passed a unanimous resolution to reject Common Core in South Carolina. Link: http://rncmultisite.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2013/12/SCGOP-Res-CommonCore.pdf The resolution calls on state leaders to take specific actions including: “Withdraw our state from the Common Core State Standards Initiative; Withdraw our state from the SBAC assessment scheme, and any other testing aligned with the Common Core standards; Prohibit all state officials from entering into any agreement that cedes any measure of control over South Carolina education

SCGOP Statement on Rick Wade entering U.S. Senate race

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: SCGOP Press Shop, 803-988-8440 Columbia, S.C. – S.C. Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore tonight issued a statement following news that Democrat Rick Wade will enter the U.S. Senate race in 2014: “The term ‘political insider’ doesn’t even begin to describe Rick Wade. He spent the last five years in Washington authoring President Obama’s failed $787 billion stimulus bill and sending taxpayer dollars to his political cronies at companies like Solyndra. “We look forward to Rick Wade explaining that record to regular South Carolinians. They won’t be too impressed. To top it all off, we are not

Statement on Dr. Mick Zais not seeking re-election

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: SCGOP Press Shop, 803-988-8440 Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement following State Superintendent of Education Dr. Mick Zais’ announcement that he will not seek re-election in 2014: “We are incredibly appreciative of Dr. Mick Zais’ service to our state and children. His leadership has helped to expand school choice and increase accountability. “I am confident that a Republican will hold the office in 2015 and beyond. Our next Republican Superintendent of Education will continue Dr. Zais’ legacy of leading on education reform – as it remains a top priority.” ###

SCGOP Chairman comments on proposed reforms to 2016 presidential primary process

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: SCGOP Press Shop, 803-988-8440 SCGOP Chairman comments on proposed reforms to 2016 presidential primary process Proposed rule changes guarantee South Carolina’s “First in the South” Presidential Primary Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today commented following a CNN report on proposed reforms to the 2016 presidential primary process: “First and foremost, these proposed rule changes protect our ‘First in the South’ presidential primary. I’m proud of our South Carolina team including national committee members Glenn McCall and Cindy Costa in solidifying our state’s ‘first’ primary status. It has been a pivotal event since 1980 in

ICYMI: Republicans Want to Finish Takeover of S.C.

LANCASTER, S.C. November 23, 2013 (AP) By JEFFREY COLLINS – Link South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore shares some striking political data when visiting local party meetings: In a state where the GOP holds most statewide offices and congressional and state legislative seats, Democrats still hold the counties. Democrats also outnumber Republicans as sheriffs, coroners and auditors. But that could change in 2014. Moore says his goal in next year’s elections is to flip the local offices to Republican control, completing a transformation that started nearly 50 years ago when then-Democrat Sen. Strom Thurmond went on statewide television and

S.C.-Richland Co. GOP Statement on Absentee Ballots Not Counted in Richland County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Joint statement of the South Carolina and Richland County Republican Parties Columbia, S.C. – Earlier this evening, the Richland County Election Commission admitted that 1,100 absentee votes from the November 5, 2013 general election were not counted. The revelation follows repeated assurances that Richland County officials had solved the problems from 2012, when the state’s worst-ever election day debacle occurred in the county. South Carolina GOP Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement: “Today’s news is unacceptable. These problems happening once is shocking – but the fact that it’s happened again is absurd. What will it take

Press Release: SCGOP Chairman Calls on Vince Sheheen to Renounce Support of ObamaCare

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Release: SCGOP Chairman Calls on Vince Sheheen to Renounce Support of ObamaCare, responds to S.C. Democrats’ call with White House Columbia, S.C.- SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement calling on Vince Sheheen to renounce his support of ObamaCare, as Sheheen allies joined the White House on a press call advocating the expansion of President Obama’s failed healthcare takeover in South Carolina. “After witnessing the devastating effects of ObamaCare on South Carolina’s businesses and families, Vince Sheheen’s continued support of President Obama’s failed healthcare policy is nothing short of dangerous. Under ObamaCare, South Carolinians across

Media Advisory: SCGOP Chairman, Upstate man impacted by the Obama-Sheheen health care disaster to hold press conference

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: SCGOP Press Shop, 803-988-8440 On Monday, SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore will travel to Greenville to share the story of a local man who was dropped from his current health insurance plan. COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore will be joined by a Greenville-area resident who lost his existing health insurance coverage under the Barack Obama-Vincent Sheheen health care takeover in South Carolina. WHO: SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore and a Greenville-area resident impacted by Obama-Sheheen health care disaster WHAT: Press Conference WHEN: 3:00 PM, Monday, November 18, 2013 WHERE: Greenville Republican Party Headquarters,

Press Release: S.C. Republicans announce Winter Dinner with Gov. Rick Perry

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republicans announce Winter Dinner with Texas Governor Rick Perry Spartanburg, S.C. – The South Carolina Republican Party, together with the Spartanburg County Republican Party, today announced their Winter Dinner and Conservative Banquet with Texas Governor Rick Perry. The event will be held at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at the Spartanburg Expo Center. Tickets are available at http://SCVictory2014.com. “Governor Perry’s strong record on jobs and economic growth is one that Washington D.C. should strive to emulate. His conservative leadership in a large, diverse state is impressive,” said SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore. “We are

SCGOP, RNC Announce New State Director

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SCGOP, RNC Announce New State Director Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Republican Party, in partnership with the Republican National Committee, is pleased to announce the hiring of Hope Walker, who will serve as State Director for South Carolina. In this position, Hope will oversee get-out-the-vote operations in South Carolina and implement a person-to-person grassroots organizing program. Under the RNC’s new model, the party’s ground game will be built from the bottom-up, with staff and volunteers focused on communicating and engaging with voters at the precinct level. “Hope’s expertise and experience will be invaluable as we move

On Halloween, SCGOP Invites South Carolinians to Share ObamaCare Horror Stories

On Halloween, SCGOP Invites South Carolinians to Share Their ObamaCare Horror Stories FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Columbia – Following this week’s statewide “ObamaCare Isn’t Working Tour,” where Republican party leaders and elected officials heard firsthand how ObamaCare is hurting small businesses and taxpayers, the South Carolina Republican Party is giving South Carolinians who have been hurt by ObamaCare a chance to share their stories. By visiting sc.gop/TellUs, families can tell their stories of lost benefits, cut hours, higher premiums, or website glitches. They can also upload photos that capture the impact of ObamaCare: a letter canceling insurance coverage, a pink slip

SCGOP Chairman to launch “ObamaCare Isn’t Working” Tour in Greenville

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore to launch “ObamaCare Isn’t Working” Tour Tuesday in Greenville Greenville-area elected officials and local small business owners will join Chairman Moore to discuss the failures of ObamaCare in South Carolina. COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore will be joined by elected officials and small business owners to discuss ObamaCare’s failed roll out, its negative impacts on South Carolina businesses, and the importance of electing leaders who will fight for South Carolina reforms to health care, rather than promoting President Obama’s failed policies. WHO: SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore, local elected

What you won’t read in your local paper or see on TV…

Fellow Republican, Chances are your local TV station or newspaper never reported that Vince Sheheen kicked off his gubernatorial campaign at abortion activist Robert Key’s home… Chances are your local TV station or newspaper never reported that Vince Sheheen has quadrupled his income (to nearly $400,000 per year) since becoming a State Legislator… And it’s probably safe to assume your local TV station or newspaper will not report that Vince Sheheen is jetting up to Manhattan this week to raise big-time special interest cash to help his struggling campaign. But we’re happy to let you know. Join me in highlighting Vince Sheheen’s

Jumpstart to Victory with Governor Nikki Haley

SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore invites you to celebrate a Jumpstart to Victory with Special Guest Governor Nikki Haley the evening of Wednesday, November 6th, 2013 6:00 PM Private Roundtable 6:30 PM Private Reception 7:00 PM General Reception CLICK HERE to RSVP The Lace House, on the grounds of the Governor’s Mansion Complex 800 Richland Street, Columbia, South Carolina Tickets are going fast to this exclusive event $5000 per couple/host committee – roundtable, private reception & personal photo w/ Gov. Haley $1000 per couple – private reception & personal photo $250 per person – private reception $50 per person – general

Vince Sheheen’s Failing Campaign

Friend, Vince Sheheen and the S.C. Democratic Party today held a press conference decrying “mud slinging” in the South Carolina gubernatorial race. Beyond being a sad and desperate attempt to garner free TV coverage, their stunt is the height of hypocrisy. I was happy to attend the press conference and let the assembled media know the truth. Before it’s even gotten off the ground, Sheheen’s campaign is failing. For almost four years, South Carolina Democrats, including their Chairman and Sheheen, have thrown the kitchen sink at Governor Haley and called her every terrible name in the book. (See below) Telling

We’re hiring!

JOB DESCRIPTION The South Carolina Republican Party is seeking politically active and enthusiastic applicants who are looking for an opportunity to gain valuable political experiences with one of the most successful state party organizations in the country within our political department for the position of Regional Field Director. Regional Field Directors will gain important experience in our First In the South Primary State. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with a strong work ethic are required. Previous campaign experience is preferred. The position will require a willingness to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and some holidays. Regional Field Directors will work to

Never Forget

“America must never forget September 11. We must continue to confront the radical ideology behind both of these evil attacks and remain diligent in our efforts to prevent them from ever happening again…On this special day, let’s be mindful of the threats we face, appreciative of our freedoms, and thankful for the first responders and brave men and women in uniform who protect us.” – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (link) “Today, we honor the victims and heroes of 9/11 and celebrate the sense of community and love of country that was affirmed in the aftermath of the attacks. The first

The Dream Lives On

On this 50th anniversary of the March on Washington, we pause to reflect on the “greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation.” As Americans of many different colors began to gather in Washington, DC to advocate for racial equality, a bomb exploded in Columbia, SC near the home of Henri Montheith, one of three African Americans who was planning to enroll that year at the University of South Carolina. While she and her family were unharmed, the struggle remained very real and even dangerous for those who sought equal rights for their people. From the steps of the

Chairman’s Weekly Update

Fellow Republicans, I hope you’ve had a nice weekend. We had a busy week at the South Carolina Republican Party! This past Monday night, it was my honor to speak to the Capital City Republican Women at their fall meeting. Their 20th anniversary celebration will be held on September 16th – if you’d like to attend, email President Deb Marks for more details. On Wednesday, I interviewed with the Associated Press on an important topic. North Carolina recently passed a state law tying their 2016 Presidential Primary to South Carolina’s, which is a flagrant violation of national party rules if

Mike Anthony as State Superintendent of Education: Anti-Reformer and True Friend of the Education Status Quo

What would the S.C. education system look like with Democrat Mike Anthony at the helm? Anthony has authored zero education bills as a legislator. Anthony was named 2004 “Legislator of the Year” by state chapter of nation’s largest labor union. Representative Mike Anthony has repeatedly claimed to be a “teacher and a coach” but that is far from reality – he has been a Columbia politician for over a decade. As a legislator, he has continually opposed common-sense education reforms, including public charter schools, and has NEVER authored a single piece of statewide education legislation. His only legislative success is

SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore says “Not in South Carolina!” to Presidential debates produced by CNN and NBC unless they stop producing films celebrating the life of Hillary Clinton

SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore says “Not in South Carolina!” to Presidential debates produced by CNN and NBC unless they stop producing films celebrating the life of Hillary Clinton Columbia, S.C. – This morning, Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus sent letters to NBC and CNN regarding their intentions to produce films celebrating the life of Hillary Clinton. (http://www.politico.com/blogs/media/2013/08/rnc-hits-nbc-cnn-for-hillary-films-169934.html) In his letters, Chairman Priebus said that if CNN and NBC proceed, he will seek a binding vote of the full Republican National Committee that would bar Republicans from participating in any primary or Presidential debate with the two networks. S.C. Republican

Fellowship event reaches across racial, party lines

Fellowship event reaches across racial, party lines From The Manning Times July 22, 2013 BY EDDIE LITAKER Leon Winn is a motorcycle enthusiast, a proud member of the Republican Party, and a Missionary Baptist Church pastor. That could be considered an odd mix by some, but not to the Rev. Dr. Winn, who welcomed what was probably easily the most diverse church congregation in the state on Sunday as his Rock Hill Missionary Baptist Church family was joined by bikers and Republican Party members from around the state. All 300 or so people, including blacks and whites, Republicans and Democrats,

Chairman’s Weekly Update

Dear Fellow Republicans, What a great week! Across the state and nation, our South Carolina Republican Party team is leading the charge into the critical 2014 election cycle. This past Monday, I spoke at the East Cooper Republican Club meeting in Mt. Pleasant. It was great to see 1st District Chairman Jim Davis, SCGOP 1st Vice Chairman Lin Bennett, Charleston Co. Chairman John Steinberger, Club President Mark Smith, Senate District 42 candidate Billy Shuman, and many others. My speech, focusing on the Republican Party’s belief in opportunity for ALL Americans, highlighted our party’s great Civil Rights leadership over the past

S.C. GOP Chairman Matt Moore talks about GOP’s plans to engage minorities

From The (Charleston) Post & Courier by Robert Behre Monday, July 15, 2013 4:42 p.m. MOUNT PLEASANT — S.C. Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore vowed to attract minorities to the state’s largest party, but his audience here Monday also showed how far the party has to go. “We cannot rest on our laurels,” Moore said, adding that the party’s principles and platforms have worked “for as long as this country has been around.” He said they worked when Abraham Lincoln freed the slaves, when Dwight Eisenhower pushed for civil rights in the 1950s and when Ronald Reagan tore down the

Vince Sheheen: A Trial Lawyer’s Trial Lawyer

Vince Sheheen: A Trial Lawyer’s Trial Lawyer Sheheen Is Funding His Campaign With Lawyers – And Why Not? He’s Been In Their Pocket Since He Became A Legislator Yesterday, it was again clear why Vince Sheheen has spent his entire legislative career fighting for trial lawyers and against small businesses – and standing in the way of tort reform in South Carolina: lawyers were responsible for raising almost 40 percent of his campaign donations, totaling $233,337.17 to his gubernatorial campaign so far. South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore released the following statement: “Vince Sheheen and his friends have spent

Chairman’s Weekly Update

Dear State Committee Members, Good afternoon. I hope you had a wonderful Independence Day! Last Friday, South Carolina Republicans once again took center stage nationally as U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) visited our state. We began the day with a fundraiser for the State Party in Greenville where we enjoyed lunch and a special one-on-one session with the Senator and about twenty very generous donors. Following lunch, Senator Paul held a downtown news conference where he spoke with members of the state and national press. You can view some of his comments by clicking here. Next, I joined Senator Paul at

Happy Independence Day!

Dear Fellow Republican, Each Fourth of July we are reminded of the ideals of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” that are enshrined so beautifully in our Declaration of Independence. As we celebrate America’s 237th birthday, may we give thanks for the God-given principles of freedom and liberty embraced by our Founding Fathers. Due to their sacrifice, and the sacrifice of so many American patriots since our founding, we still enjoy these freedoms today. In reflecting on the birth of our nation, I feel it is essential to recognize how much this special day changed the fate of history.

Obama’s Energy Agenda An Enemy of Economic Progress and South Carolina

Obama’s Energy Agenda: An Enemy of Economic Progress and South Carolina Since he ran for office President Obama has pronounced alternative forms of energy as a catalyst for economic growth and new jobs for millions of Americans. It sounds plausible, but the devil is always in the details. The recent unveiling of his energy agenda demonstrates that rather than focusing on pro-growth opportunities in the energy sector, the President is willing to sacrifice American energy and economic security to radical environmental interests. Among the worst elements in the President’s plan is a new rule that would prevent Americans and businesses

Chairman’s Weekly Update

Dear State Committee Members, Good morning from Interstate 26 – we’re headed to the Upstate to meet with Senator Rand Paul! Later today, Senator Paul will join us at the State Farmers’ Market in Columbia. There’s still time to buy tickets- you can buy them online at http://randpaul.eventbrite.com or call our office at 803-988-8440. Senator Paul’s visit closes out another great week for the State Party! I spent two days in Washington this week meeting with Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus and his staff. After hearing from Chairman Priebus, I’m even more convinced that our party is well on

Chairman’s Weekly Update

Dear State Committee Members, Thank you for your incredible support over the last two weeks. Your kindness and prayers have shown me what we already knew – that we have the best State Party in the nation! But we refuse to rest on our laurels. With your help, we’ve already hit the ground running to secure Republican victories in 2014 and beyond! It’s been my honor to meet in-person and connect via phone with many of you. Beyond having personal discussions, it is also important for me to stay in constant digital contact. On a regular basis, I will send

Brandon Newton: Republicans offer future for all ages

Lancaster County Republicans welcome Matt Moore, the new chair of the S.C. Republican Party. Moore replaces Chad Connelly, who just took a role at the Republican National Committee. As the youngest state party chairman in the nation, Moore has a lot of experience under his belt already, having worked as the political director for the S.C. Republican Party, as well as the state director for Sen. Tim Scott. He has long been an active presence in Lancaster County, most recently coming to welcome Lancaster County Sheriff Barry Faile when he joined the Republican Party. We can count on his support

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CNN: Youngest state GOP chairman looks to appeal to ‘buffet generation’

Washington (CNN) — When the chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party abruptly resigned two weeks ago to take a new job in Washington, GOP activists appointed Matt Moore, the party’s former executive director, to replace their leader. Moore earned another distinction in the process. The boyish-looking 31-year-old is now the youngest state party chairman in the country, in either party. At first glance, Moore takes over a party organization in terrific shape. South Carolina Republicans control all nine statewide offices and six of the state’s seven congressional seats. In May, Sanford handily won a special congressional election despite being

Video: New Faces Take the Lead at State Political Parties (WTLX)

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Sen. Rand Paul in Columbia!

Please join Chairman Matt Moore and the South Carolina Republican Party for a Barbecue Dinner with Special Guest Senator Rand Paul Friday, June 28, 2013 6:00 P.M. South Carolina State Farmer’s Market 3483 Charleston Hwy West Columbia, SC 29172 $40 per person | $200 photo w/ Sen. Paul Contact 803.988.8440 with questions or to RSVP by phone or click here to register online. Due to the anticipated excitement and expected high turnout, there will be no tickets sold at the door. All funds solicited in connection with this event are by the South Carolina Republican Party, and not Senator Rand Paul.

A Great Day for Republicans

by Cindy Costa, Republican National Committeewoman This past Saturday was a not only a great day for Republicans in South Carolina but nationwide, as one of our very own has climbed the ranks to serve the Republican National Committee. The RNC is gaining such a valuable asset in Chad Connelly and it has been an honor to work with him as state party Chairman over the last two years. We lift our heartfelt prayers for Chad and his family as he takes this promotion with the RNC! We are blessed to have Matt Moore as our new Chairman and know

State GOP’s new chairman optimistic about party-building

State GOP’s new chairman optimistic about party-building, paying back debt Published: June 11, 2013 By JAMIE SELF – jself@thestate.com COLUMBIA — Matt Moore, the S.C. Republican Party’s new chairman, is starting the job eager to make the state party a model for national Republican politics and optimistic about paying back $300,000 in legal debt. In a meeting with media Tuesday, Moore said his contribution is “bringing in fresh ideas,” and as an engineer by training, he hopes to use technology to attract as many people as possible to the party. “We have a big-tent party, and I’m committed to it

Press Release: Matt Moore named S.C. Republican Party Chairman

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Columbia, S.C.- In a vote of the South Carolina Republican Party state executive committee held earlier today, Matt Moore was elected State Chairman. Moore becomes Chairman immediately and will succeed former Chairman Chad Connelly, who has taken a position at the Republican National Committee. “I am honored and humbled to serve South Carolina Republicans as State Chairman and thank the State Executive Committee for their trust. I pledge to continue our party’s work to promote prosperity through freedom and opportunity for all Americans,” said Moore. “Next year’s historic election cycle presents an incredible

RSVP NOW for Rand Paul in South Carolina

Dear Fellow Republican, Last month, I announced that Kentucky Senator Rand Paul accepted my invitation to meet South Carolina Republican activists and leaders on June 28, 2013. Senator Paul is a champion of the Constitution and has been a fighter for fiscal conservatism in Washington. Recently, he has taken the lead against the Obama administration’s enfringement on our civil liberties and the wrongful actions of the IRS! In addition to an event in Greenville, Senator Paul will also join us for a barbecue dinner in Columbia, South Carolina at the new South Carolina State Farmer’s Market. This barbecue will begin at

SCGOP Chairman Issues Release, Unveils Web Video on Bakari Sellers Run for Lt. Governor

SCGOP Chairman Issues Release, Unveils Web Video on Bakari Sellers Run for Lt. Governor Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, issued the following statement on Rep. Bakari Sellers (D-Bamberg) announcement that he intends to run for Lt. Governor. “Bakari Sellers’s record in the State House of Representatives is one of unabashed liberalism. He has consistently voted to accept the Obama stimulus funds, to implement Obamacare in South Carolina, and against reforming our broken system of State Government.” “Bakari says he wants to study his campaign’s viability, but we are happy to save him the time. After all,

Why Did Vince Sheheen Vote to Kill Ethics Reform?

Why Did Vince Sheheen Vote To Kill Ethics Reform? Is It Because His Annual Income Has Quadrupled to Almost $400k Since He Entered the General Assembly? Last week, once again, Senator Sheheen had a chance to stand up for South Carolina and vote in favor of ethics reform. Rather than voting to hold a Friday legislative session, Vince voted to adjourn, which The State columnist Cindi Scoppe rightly pointed out was a vote to kill ethics reform. In response, Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, released the following statement: “Last week, Vince Sheheen voted to kill ethics

Does Vince Sheheen Agree That Ethics Reform Doesn’t Matter?

VINCE SHEHEEN’S CLOSEST ALLY: ETHICS REFORM CAN WAIT Does Vince Sheheen Agree That Ethics Reform Doesn’t Matter To Us, Is Not Senate Priority? Yesterday, Vince Sheheen’s friend and Senate Democrat colleague made the declaration that “what people are talking to me about is roads, not ethics,” and that the limited time left in this legislative session should not be spent reforming our ethics laws. In response, Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, released the following statement: “Since last year, the focus of the people of South Carolina and our Republican elected officials has been on ethics reform,

Stop the Revolving Door

“‘WE NEED TO STOP THE REVOLVING DOOR OF ELECTED OFFICIALS …”- Vince Sheheen With Three Weeks Left In Session, Sheheen Has His Chance This weekend, Senator Vince Sheheen appropriately made the statement that it was time to stop the practice of legislators quickly becoming lobbyists, a necessary change that is included in the ethics reform legislation currently in the South Carolina Senate. In response, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party Chad Connelly released the following statement: “We’re thrilled that Vince Sheheen has recognized the importance of passing ethics reform this year, but talk is just talk, and it’s time

Why is Vince Sheheen Afraid of Ethics Reform?

WHY IS VINCE SHEHEEN AFRAID OF ETHICS REFORM? Is It Because His Annual Income Has Quadrupled to Almost $400k Since He Entered the General Assembly? Today, as members of the Republican Senate join with Governor Nikki Haley and Attorney General Alan Wilson to push for the completion of the most sweeping ethics reform legislation in decades, South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly released the following statement: “Vince Sheheen says he doesn’t want to ‘rush’ ethics legislation through the General Assembly, but only a lifelong politician and lawsuit-happy trial lawyer would try and sell a process that started last year

Join us in helping

As South Carolinians, we understand the loss and destruction that can come with the winds of natural disasters. When storms have ravished our state, people across the country have shown kindness and compassion. Today, our hearts are heavy with sadness for the loss of life and property experienced by our fellow Americans in Oklahoma. Yet as we mourn, we are called to serve those in need. Even those of us not serving in the public arena are still called to public service. Please join the South Carolina Republican Party in sending prayers to the people of Oklahoma, but also in

ACTION ALERT: Your help needed TODAY to stop Obama’s early childhood education plan for South Carolina!

Dear Fellow Republican, Barack Obama has a plan for our children. He wants every child across the nation enrolled in a government early education program. Left wing academics and labor organizers hatched the plan. Sadly, their goals are social, not educational. They understand that government pre-Kindergarten isn’t academically effective. Obama’s own Department of Health and Human Services determined that among students participating in these programs “there was little evidence of systematic differences in [the] children’s elementary school experiences through 3rd grade.” Thankfully, Barack Obama’s plan has been blocked in Washington by conservative Republican lawmakers, including our South Carolina delegation. But

Press Release: IRS harassed South Carolina group, SCGOP Chair calls for independent counsel

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party IRS harassed South Carolina group, SCGOP Chair calls for independent counsel Columbia, S.C.- In the past 24 hours, a South Carolina Tea Party group has come forward after being targeted by the IRS for nearly three years. In September 2012, the IRS sent Laurens County Tea Party founder Dianne Belsom “a letter requesting extensive information about the group’s activities, including its Web site, Facebook page and other online accounts.” The Laurens County Tea Party initially requested tax-exempt status in July 2010. The group has still not received an answer. (Source: http://www.viralread.com/2013/05/14/irs-tax-harassment-scandal-tea-party-south-carolina/) S.C. Republican

Press Release: SCGOP Chairman Connelly Re-Elected by Huge Margin

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Columbia, S.C. – At today’s S.C. Republican Party State Convention, delegates overwhelmingly re-elected current State Chairman Chad Connelly, giving him almost 75% of the vote. Connelly immediately begins his second term as SCGOP Chairman. He was first elected in 2011 from Newberry County. Delegates gave of votes 15% to Samuel Harms of Greenville County, and 10% of votes to Stephen Brown, also of Greenville County. Chairman Connelly previously defeated Brown in 2011. After his win, Chairman Connelly issued the following statement: “I am honored and humbled to have the confidence and trust of

SCGOP Chairman asks “Will Vince Sheheen stand in the way of ethics reform?”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today issued a statement on the Ethics Reform proposal passed this week by the S.C. House of Representatives and sent to the S.C. Senate: “Earlier this week, the House of Representatives passed the most sweeping changes to South Carolina’s ethics laws in 20 years and today the Republican leadership in the Senate made it very clear that they intend to pass the bill before the end of session. South Carolina is on the verge of becoming one of the most ethical and transparent states in the nation,

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY CHAIRMAN CONGRATULATES MARK SANFORD ON DEBATE WIN

Tonight, Governor Mark Sanford demonstrated to voters that he is the only candidate who understands the huge problems facing our nation, in a debate sponsored by Patch.com. Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, issued the following statement: “Governor Sanford demonstrated to voters tonight his deep understanding of the need to solve the massive debt facing our country—after all, it’s something he’s been fighting for his entire career.” “While repeating tired talking points, Elizabeth Colbert-Busch showed an inept understanding of the issues. Instead of telling voters why to cast a vote for her, Colbert-Busch chose to continually launch personal

2013 Call to Convention

OFFICIAL CALL TO 2013 SCGOP STATE CONVENTION In accordance with South Carolina Republican Party Rules and on behalf of the South Carolina Republican Party it is our pleasure to announce the convening of the 2013 South Carolina Republican Party State Convention for the purposes of electing state officers, and for other party business. The 2013 State Convention will be held THIS SATURDAY, May 4, 2013 at the Carolina Coliseum in Columbia (the same location as the 2012 State Convention). Registration for delegates and alternates will start at 8:30AM; the Convention will convene promptly at 10:00AM. All delegates and alternates planning to

Sen. Rand Paul to visit South Carolina

Dear Fellow Republican, I have some great news that I couldn’t wait to share. Earlier this year, it was my honor to visit Israel with U.S. Senator Rand Paul. On our journey across the Holy Land, I invited Senator Paul to spend time with our great Republican activists and leaders in South Carolina: Since then, Senator Paul and I have kept in touch and today I’m proud to announce that he will join us for a South Carolina Republican Party fundraiser on June 28. I appreciate Senator Paul’s friendship and know you’ll also enjoy meeting him. More details will be

2013 Convention and Silver Elephant

The 2013 State Convention will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2013. For more information please visit http://2013.sc.gop The 2013 Silver Elephant will be held on Friday, May 3, 2013. For more information please visit http://cruz2013.eventbrite.com

Three Ethics Questions for Vince Sheheen…

Today we saw, for the first time, Senator Vince Sheheen chime in on the conversation that Governor Haley, the rest of the General Assembly, the press, and the state of South Carolina as a whole have been having for months. In truth, we appreciate Senator Sheheen’s belated involvement in this process, as we both hope and expect it means that he, as the self-desired leader of the Democratic Party, will be able to deliver to votes of his Senate Democratic colleagues on the final passage of an ethics reform bill this year – something that is far more important to

SC GOP Chairman says “Sheheen fully supports President Obama’s failed policies”; launches VinceSheheen.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Contact:  Alex Stroman, Executive Director Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, today issued a statement following the announcement that liberal Democrat Vincent Sheheen plans to run, again, for South Carolina Governor. “The Vince Sheheen that announced for Governor today is even more liberal than the Vince Sheheen that voters rejected in 2010. Today’s Vince Sheheen fully supports President Obama’s failed policies. Today’s Vince Sheheen fully supports Obamacare, which will bankrupt our state. Today’s Vince Sheheen wants to raise taxes on South Carolina families, as he outlined in his new campaign

Senator Ted Cruz to keynote 2013 Silver Elephant celebration

We are honored to host U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (Texas) as the keynote speaker at our annual Silver Elephant dinner. With a theme devoted to honoring Sen. Jim DeMint, we’ll once again gather at the State Fairgrounds to fellowship and reflect on our party. The 7:00 PM dinner on Friday, May 3, 2013 will celebrate our Republican Party in South Carolina, and past speakers have included Ronald Regan, Newt Gingrich, George W. Bush and Marco Rubio. The Silver Elephant Celebration has a tradition of bringing the brightest starts in the GOP to our state and we feel that Sen. Ted

SCGOP CHAIRMAN CHAD CONNELLY CONGRATULATES MARK SANFORD ON WINNING THE 1ST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT PRIMARY

Tonight voters in the 1st Congressional District chose former Governor Mark Sanford as their Republican candidate to continue the fight for conservative principles in Congress. Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, issued the following statement: “I want to congratulate Mark Sanford on winning today’s 1st Congressional District runoff. I am proud of both Governor Sanford and Curtis Bostic for conducting themselves with such dignity during the process. Our voters recognize the importance of keeping a Republican in this seat, and are united in sending Mark Sanford to Congress.” “Voters in the 1st District are smart–they know that

LIBERAL COHORTS PART 3: VINCE SHEHEEN AND MARTIN O’MALLEY

“I was proud to ask Governor O’Malley to join the SCDP for the annual Issues Conference … [His is] the kind of leadership we are lacking in South Carolina’s statehouse” –Sen. Vince Sheheen VINCE SHEHEEN WANTS MARTIN O’MALLEY’S “LEADERSHIP” IN SOUTH CAROLINA. BUT O’MALLEY’S BUDGET “FIX”? RAISE TAXES. LEGALIZE GAMBLING. O’MALLEY CALLED A SPECIAL SESSION OF GENERAL ASSEMBLY TO LEGALIZE GAMBLING. “If the General Assembly passes his plan to close the shortfall by raising taxes and legalizing slot-machine gambling … If the session ends in stalemate, it will be a major embarrassment for the governor, who is summoning lawmakers to Annapolis

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly says “Lowcountry voters have rejected Colbert-Busch’s left wing agenda.”

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement on tonight’s 1st Congressional District primary. “I want to thank and congratulate all sixteen Republicans who sought to serve their state and nation by running to represent the 1st Congressional District. I look forward to working with all of them to secure a Republican victory on May 7. ” “Our top two candidates, in a 16 person primary, received 10,000 more votes than the Democrats. The numbers don’t lie- Lowcountry voters have rejected Colbert-Busch’s left wing agenda,” said Chairman Connelly. “The AFL-CIO endorsed Colbert-Busch has proved on issue after issue that her

LIBERAL COHORTS PART 2: VINCE SHEHEEN AND MARTIN O’MALLEY

VINCE SHEHEEN SAYS “GOVERNOR O’MALLEY HAS GOTTEN RESULTS” … … BUT WHAT KIND OF RESULTS ARE WE TALKING ABOUT? UNEMPLOYMENT MORE THAN DOUBLED IN O’MALLEY’S FIRST TERM MARYLAND’S UNEMPLOYMENT RATE WAS 3.6% WHEN O’MALLEY WAS SWORN INTO OFFICE IN JANUARY 2007 – IT HAD MORE THAN DOUBLED BY START OF HIS SECOND TERM. The unemployment rate had more than doubled to 7.4% when he was sworn into his second term in January 2011. (Local Area Unemployment Statistics, Bureau of Labor And Statistics, 3/19/2013) UNDER HIS LEADERSHIP, MARYLAND REACHED ITS HIGHEST UNEMPLOYMENT RATE IN 27 YEARS. “The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate, which measures residential employment

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly congratulates Mark Sanford and Curtis Bostic, says “Lowcountry voters have rejected Colbert-Busch’s left wing agenda.”

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement congratulating Mark Sanford and Curtis Bostic for making the 1st Congressional District Republican runoff to be held on April 2, 2013. “Mark Sanford and Curtis Bostic both understand that to get our country back on track, we must get our fiscal house in order. South Carolina would be well served by having either man in Congress. I also want to thank and congratulate the fourteen other Republicans who sought to serve their state and nation by running for the seat. I look forward to working with all of them

LIBERAL COHORTS: VINCE SHEHEEN AND MARTIN O’MALLEY

“I was proud to ask Governor O’Malley to join the SCDP for the annual Issues Conference … [His is] the kind of leadership we are lacking in South Carolina’s statehouse” –Sen. Vince Sheheen MARTIN O’MALLEY IS A CLASSIC TAX-AND-SPEND LIBERAL WHOSE TENURE AS GOVERNOR OF MARYLAND HAS BEEN DEFINED BY TAX HIKES. MARTIN O’MALLEY HAS RAISED TAXES OR FEES 24 TIMES DURING HIS TIME AS GOVERNOR. “The political group Change Maryland notes that he has raised taxes or fees 24 times as governor.” (Stephen Moore, “Oh My, O’Malley,” The Wall Street Journal, 9/5/2012) THESE HIKES HIT HIS PEOPLE AND BUSINESSES TO THE TUNE

Chairman Chad Connelly issues statement on Democrat’s attempt to expand Obamacare’s Medicaid

Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, released the following statement today regarding South Carolina Democrats attempts to expand Medicaid from ObamaCare. “Today, Democrats in the South Carolina House of Representatives are attempting to pass a ‘temporary’ expansion of Medicaid. However, we know that there is no such thing as ‘temporary’ in government. This is a permanent expansion of Medicaid that will bust our state’s budget.” “While Democrats continue to insist that this permanent expansion is about South Carolina’s ‘fair share’ of taxes, they have been silent about what happens after three years? What, if after these three

Precinct Reorganization

It’s time for Precinct Reorg! To get involved, please visit www.2013.sc.gop where we have maps, and all the information! Every two years, Republican activists like you, in every corner of our state, gather in backyards and at community centers to reorganize and recommit to building a solid Republican foundation in South Carolina. This past November, while our nominee was unsuccessful in winning the White House, we saw important gains here at home. We sent Tom Rice to Congress, picked up a State Senate seat, and added two seats in the State House of Representatives! This is why your involvement in precinct

Honoring Black History Month: The Hon. Hope Blackley

This February, we celebrate the achievements of so many during Black History Month. Although few realize, the South Carolina Republican Party has the honor of many firsts in Black History. Each week this month, the South Carolina Republican Party will take time out to honor those who have helped shape our party. African American Republicans have played key roles in South Carolina history, but Spartanburg County Clerk of Court Hope Blackley wants to encourage young African Americans to become a part of its future. Born and raised in Spartanburg, Blackley grew up around Democrats, her parents included. She always thought growing up

Honoring Black History Month: Sen. Tim Scott

Today we honor the achievements of Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina, the seventh African American to serve in the United States Senate and the first from South Carolina. In spite of the poverty his North Charleston family faced, Scott’s mother taught him from an early age that strong work ethic and faith in God can defeat any obstacle. Though his single mother worked 16 hour days to provide for Tim and his brother, he did not see his true potential until an encounter and eventual friendship with Chick-fil-a owner John Moniz. At the time, Scott worked at a movie

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly asks if Vincent Sheheen sides with creating jobs or with Barack Obama?

Today, Governor Nikki Haley joined with Governors Bob McDonnell (VA) and Pat McCrory (NC) in sending a letter to Sally Jewell, President Obama’s designee for Interior Secretary, concerning the Obama Administration’s opposition to energy exploration and production in the Outer Continental Shelf of the Atlantic Ocean. Chairman Chad Connelly said, “Governor Haley’s commitment to creating jobs in South Carolina is second to none. As she works to also make energy more affordable, and protect our state’s natural resources, her liberal opponent-in-waiting has been silent.” Chairman Connelly continued, “If Vincent Sheheen was Governor, would he join our neighbors in North Carolina

Honoring Black History Month: Rep. George W. Murray

Today we honor the achievements of Congressman George Washington Murray. Nicknamed the “Black Eagle of Sumter,” we remember George W. Murray as a fearless crusader for our party during an era where South Carolina politics did not welcome Republicans, let alone African Americans. Born in 1853 to enslaved parents, Murray spent his youth in Sumter County in the midst of the Civil War. Though his slave status prevented him from receiving any formal primary education, he was able to enroll in the University of South Carolina in 1874 because of the actions taken by the Republican state government. Though Murray

Chairman Connelly announces 1st Congressional Debate

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today announced a First Congressional District primary debate to be held on Thursday evening, March 14 in Charleston, South Carolina. Held on the campus of Porter-Gaud School, the debate will be presented by the party, in conjunction with local and national partners. “On behalf of all South Carolina Republicans, I am proud to announce that the South Carolina Republican Party will be partnering with both local and national organizations to host a Republican primary debate for the First Congressional District on Thursday, March 14, 2013,” said SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly. “This debate, which will be held

Honoring Black History Month: Rep. Joseph Rainey

This February, we celebrate the achievements of so many during Black History Month. Although few realize, the South Carolina Republican Party has the honor of many firsts in Black History. Each week this month, the South Carolina Republican Party will take time out to honor those who have helped shape our party. Today we honor the achievements of Rep. Joseph Rainey of South Carolina, the first black man to serve in the United States House of Representatives. Though born into slavery in Georgetown, South Carolina, his father eventually bought his family’s freedom. Rainey followed in his father’s footsteps working as a

Chairman Chad Connelly issues statement on 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade

Columbia, S.C. – Today, South Carolina Republican Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement on the 40th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision. “Some anniversaries are celebrated with happiness and celebration; some are filled with sadness and regret. Today, Republicans in South Carolina mourn the loss of over 54 million innocent children, who for 40 years have been deprived of their right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness by the Roe vs. Wade decision. As we consider the lives that could have been, may we recommit ourselves to the idea that every life is sacred and has

16 candidates file for the 1st Congressional District Special Election

16 Republican candidates have filed in the special election for South Carolina’s 1st U.S. Congressional District. The candidates will meet in the March 19, 2013 Republican Primary. A runoff (if necessary) would be held on April 2, 2013 and the general election is May 7, 2013. “We have a strong field of candidates to replace our Republican rockstar, Sen. Tim Scott. After all votes are cast, our party will stand united behind the primary winner. I have no doubt that a South Carolina Republican will continue to represent the 1st district in Congress,” said SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly. Republican candidates

Chairman Connelly praises Governor Haley’s “bold” State of the State Address

Columbia, S.C. – Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, issued the following statement on Governor Nikki Haley’s State of the State Address: “Over the past two years, Governor Haley and Republicans in the state legislature have worked together to create tens-of-thousands of jobs, and make our state a better place to live, work and do business. Tonight, Governor Haley unveiled a bold plan to continue to move South Carolina forward. From restructuring government to continuing to create more jobs to pushing for meaningful healthcare and education reforms, our Governor is leading on issues that affect every citizen

Matt Moore joins Sen. Tim Scott as State Director

Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today praised Senator Tim Scott’s selection of SCGOP Executive Director Matt Moore as his State Director. “Senator Tim Scott has made an outstanding choice in Matt Moore as State Director. I could not be prouder,” said Chairman Connelly. “Our party is undoubtedly stronger due to Matt’s steady guidance. He has a true passion for improving our state and nation.” Moore will begin his work as State Director next week. “I am sincerely blessed by this new opportunity to serve Senator Scott and South Carolinians. I cannot wait to get started,”

1st Congressional Special Election details set

Columbia, S.C. – Earlier this morning, Governor Nikki R. Haley signed an Executive Order scheduling a Special Election in the 1st Congressional District. The seat became vacant after Governor Haley appointed Tim Scott to the United States Senate. Republican candidates will file in Columbia at the S.C. Republican Party headquarters (1913 Marion Street, Columbia, SC 29201). Questions should be directed to 803-988-8440. Important Dates: January 18 at noon – Filing for Office opens (at SCGOP in Columbia) January 28 at noon – Filing for Office closes (at SCGOP in Columbia) March 19 – Party Primary April 2 – Party Primary

S.C. Republican Party Statement on Governor Haley’s appointment of Tim Scott

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY Contact: Matt Moore, Executive Director South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly released the following statement today after Governor Nikki Haley appointed U.S. Representative Tim Scott (SC-1) as South Carolina’s 56th United States Senator. “South Carolina Republicans are thrilled with Governor Haley’s historic selection of Rep. Scott. “Rep. Scott embodies our American dream. He is a man of faith, a small businessman, and a consistent voice for common sense reforms. We look forward to Rep. Scott carrying Senator Jim DeMint’s torch of conservative leadership.” ###

Vince Sheheen and the Ghost of Elections Past

Dear Fellow Republican, We have many things to be thankful for this Christmas season. Family. Friends. Fellowship. And Governor Nikki Haley. Frankly, we could list the reasons we’re thankful to have Nikki Haley in the Governor’s Mansion at any time of year – her successful fights for reforming our state government, the tens of thousands of jobs that have come to South Carolina, and her constant opposition to the overreach of the Obama Administration make her a governor we can all be proud of. But today, the governor is working towards a decision that will affect our state and nation

South Carolina’s Glenn McCall named national chair of Republican “Growth and Opportunity Project”

RNC Launches New Initiative to Grow the Party and Win Co-Chairs Announced to Lead Effort WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Reince Priebus today launched an initiative to grow the Republican Party and improve future Republican campaigns. The effort, known as the Growth and Opportunity Project, will be chaired by five GOP leaders and is charged by Priebus with initially reviewing past practices and also making critical recommendations for the future in these eight key areas: 1) campaign mechanics and ground game; 2) messaging; 3) fundraising; 4) demographic partners and allies; 5) third party groups; 6) campaign finance issues;

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly says, “Thank you, Senator Jim DeMint”

Columbia, S.C. – This morning, South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly released the following statement on the news that U.S. Senator Jim DeMint plans to leave the Senate in January to become the President of the Heritage Foundation. “Jim DeMint is a small businessman who ran for Congress to change the way Washington works. Without question, he succeeded. Senator DeMint is a conservative rock star. At the Heritage Foundation, he will be in an even greater position to spark revolutionary change. I commend his principled leadership and service to our state. Thank you, Senator.”

Happy Thanksgiving

Dear Friend, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 instructs us to “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” I’ve noted each time I’ve read that passage to give thanks IN ALL circumstances and not FOR all circumstances. It’s actually the best way to live life and get through the ‘stuff’ that this world brings – sort of like celebrating Thanksgiving Day every day but without all of the food we will eat tomorrow! My parents taught our family to be thankful – to focus on the blessings in life instead of

SCGOP Chairman’s statement on Supreme Court victory

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY Columbia, S.C. – Earlier this afternoon, the South Carolina Supreme Court ordered the S.C. State Election Commission to return all Richland County ballots to the county. In doing so, the Supreme Court found that the November 8 recount order (pushed by the S.C. Democratic Party) was improperly granted and vacated it: “The action before the circuit court involved challenges to elections, and protests should be filed with the State Commission for elections involving federal officers, state officers, members of the State Senate and House, and offices involving more than one county… Protests of

Thank you, Veterans

On behalf of Republicans across our state, the South Carolina Republican Party wishes to sincerely thank all veterans of our Armed Forces on this Veterans Day. Freedom isn’t free, and the life that we enjoy in the freest and most successful nation in the history of the world is due in large part to the personal sacrifices that the men and women of our military have made for us all. Not only do we thank those who served, we pay tribute to those Americans who laid down their lives for our freedom, and to those who are currently serving our

Message from Chairman Connelly: “Thank you”

November 7, 2012 Good afternoon, I know you are probably as disappointed as I am today with the outcome of last night’s Presidential Election. When we work so hard and sacrifice so much for something we strongly believe in and come up short, it’s very tough. I am convinced that South Carolina Republicans did all we could to help our Republican team win not only here in South Carolina but across the United States. With your help, our South Carolina Republican Party added to its conservative majorities in the South Carolina House and Senate and we won most of our

SCGOP Chairman congratulates Kirkman Finlay, calls for independent investigation in Richland County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY Contact: Matt Moore, Executive Director Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly issued a statement this evening following the news that Kirkman Finlay has won the House District 75 general election in Richland County. “First, I’d like to congratulate Kirkman Finlay for a hard-fought victory. He’ll be a strong, fiscally conservative voice for Richland County in the South Carolina House. “Second, the voting problems in Richland County are absolutely unacceptable. Voters should not have to stand in line for three or more hours, or wait until 2AM, to cast their ballots. And it

Election Alert: SCGOP Election Day Legal Team

Please do your part to protect one of our most fundamental liberties. If you observe anything questionable at the polls, email hotline@sc.gop or call the SCGOP headquarters at (803) 988-8440. Our legal team is standing by. Remember: do not interfere with someone who is voting. These instructions from our Attorney General Alan Wilson are a great reference: If you observe voter intimidation or voter fraud of any kind, please let the precinct manager know immediately. Then contact your county election board or the State Election Commission at (803) 734-9060. If you are unable to reach either office, please contact the

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SCGOP State Committee condemns political attacks following cyber attack

WHEREAS, the South Carolina Republican Party State Executive Committee condemns State Democratic Party leaders and Vincent Sheheen for politicizing the serious issue of over 3 million South Carolinians having their personal information stolen in this month’s cyber attacks; THEREFORE, be it resolved that the State Executive Committee fully supports Governor Nikki Haley and our Republican leaders in solving this challenge and bringing those responsible to justice. Passed October 27, 2012

Graham, Gowdy Urge AG Holder to Uphold Court Ruling on South Carolina Voter ID

Graham, Gowdy Urge AG Holder to Uphold Court Ruling on South Carolina Voter ID WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and U.S. Congressman Trey Gowdy (South Carolina-4) have sent a letter to Attorney General Eric Holder urging him to uphold South Carolina’s Voter ID law. “South Carolina passed a Voter ID bill, complied with federal law by submitting it for pre-clearance, and was ultimately vindicated by the October 10 ruling,” said Graham and Gowdy. “Appealing the Court’s ruling will cost both the Federal government and the State of South Carolina more money in litigation costs; money that can

Press Release: S.C. Attorney General says Voter ID decision a “major victory”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following statement in response to the United States District Court for the District of Columbia’s ruling in South Carolina v. United States, the state’s voter ID case. “Today’s ruling by the three judge panel is a major victory for South Carolina and its election process. It affirms our voter ID law is valid and constitutional under the Voting Rights Act. The fact remains, voter ID laws do not discriminate or disenfranchise; they ensure integrity at the ballot box. “This ruling also affirms

SCGOP Chairman sends condolences to family of Joan Wheeler

Columbia, S.C.- South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement sending condolences to the family of former Cherokee County GOP Chairman Joan Wheeler. “On behalf of the South Carolina Republican Party, I wish to offer our sincerest condolences and prayers for the family of Joan Wheeler. Joan was among the founders of the modern Republican Party in South Carolina, helping to change Cherokee County from solid Democrat to one of most Republican areas of our state. Despite all of her achievements, including the Order of the Palmetto, Joan will most importantly be remembered for the hundreds of

Obama abandons South Carolina; S.C. Democrats revolt

The South Carolina Republican Party is working overtime with the Democratic National Convention happening just across the border in Charlotte. Throughout the week, the SCGOP will highlight Barack Obama’s failed leadership as it relates to South Carolina. Obama abandons South Carolina; police report captures S.C. Democrats’ revolt Obama in 2008: “Because we are not a collection of red states and blue states. We are the United States of America.” (Jan. 3, 2008, Iowa Caucus victory speech) Obama in 2012: “There are no red states or blue states, just the United States.” (April 30, 2012, Twitter – redacted image below) Reality:

Press Release: SCGOP Chairman blasts Harpootlian for Eva Braun comparison

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Weekly Standard: “S.C. Dem. Chair Compares GOP Gov. to Hitler’s Mistress” Original Link Columbia, S.C.- South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today blasted S.C. Democratic Party Chairman Dick Harpootlian for comparing Governor Nikki Haley to Eva Braun, Hitler’s mistress. “With unemployment at record levels, a debt crisis looming, and President Obama underwater in the polls, it’s no surprise that the President’s hand-picked South Carolina Chairman, Dick Harpootlian, would stoop to such a new low. All the Democrats have is these smoke screens to distract from the real issue- that President Obama has

Press Release: Two South Carolina Republicans named National Convention officers

Cindy Costa, Nathan Ballentine recommended as 2012 Republican National Convention officers FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Columbia, S.C.- South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today congratulated Cindy Costa and Nathan Ballentine for being recommended as Deputy Permanent Co-Chairmen of the 2012 Republican National Convention. The convention will be held August 27-30 in Tampa. Costa, of Charleston, is South Carolina’s Republican National Committeewoman and Ballentine, of Chapin, is a State Representative from the 71st District. Both will preside over the 2012 National Convention at various times. “Combined with Governor Haley’s important speaking role, Cindy and Nathan’s recommendation shows the strong health of

SCGOP takes to Charleston Airwaves: Republicans say “Let the Voters Decide”

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CHARLESTON – Today, the South Carolina Republican Party called for an end to South Carolina Democrats’ frivolous lawsuits and has even gone so far as to purchase radio time to make sure the call is heard. With live reads today on Charleston’s WQSC from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., listeners will hear firebrand Rocky D call for voters to decide elections instead of judges. Charleston trial lawyer Paul Tinkler lost his bid for the Senate District 41 seat in the July special election won by Republican Walter Hundley, but Tinkler will again be

SCGOP Chair Chad Connelly ‘thrilled with Romney-Ryan ticket to restore America’

Columbia, S.C. – This morning, South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly released the following statement regarding the announcement of Rep. Paul Ryan as Mitt Romney’s choice for Vice President: “South Carolina Republicans are thrilled with the Romney-Ryan ticket to restore America. Paul Ryan’s energy, ideas, and detailed knowledge of the federal budget are the perfect background for taking on Barack Obama’s failed policies on jobs and the economy. Paul Ryan will make America proud as the next Vice President. Together, Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan will put America back on a path to prosperity as they work to grow

Rick Santorum to headline SCGOP Upstate Victory Kickoff

Former Senator and Presidential candidate Rick Santorum will headline a South Carolina Republican Party fundraiser on Monday, August 20th in Spartanburg. The event will serve as a kickoff to the party’s 2012 Upstate victory efforts. “Senator Santorum’s common sense, conservative message will undoubtedly fire up our activists and get them ready to defeat Barack Obama. I want to personally thank Senator Santorum for taking the time to grow and support our party,” said SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly. Rick Santorum said, “I am excited to be returning to Spartanburg. The Upstate has a truly special place in the heart of my family. We

Week in Review: Chick-fil-A, Super Saturday, and the VP

A Message from Gov. Mitt Romney: America Can Do Better August 3, 2012 – Today’s increase in the unemployment rate is a hammer blow to struggling middle-class families. Yesterday I launched my Plan for a Stronger Middle Class that will bring more jobs and more take home pay. My plan will turn things around and bring the economy roaring back, with twelve million new jobs created by the end of my first term. President Obama doesn’t have a plan and believes that the private sector is ‘doing fine.’ Obviously, that is not the case. We’ve now gone 42 consecutive months

Make your voice heard in the GOP Platform

Dear State Delegates and Alternates, With the Republican National Convention only 31 days away, we are looking forward to representing South Carolina on the Platform Committee. It is an honor to represent the State of South Carolina at this year’s convention! As part of the platform committee’s work, the RNC has unveiled an interactive platform for grassroots activists to get involved and make their voices heard. We encourage you to log on to www.gopplatform2012.com and let us know what issues you consider important. You can also follow the Platform Committee on Twitter at @gopplatform2012. We are excited about working with

State GOP executive committee unanimously supports Chairman in upholding rule of law

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY Columbia, S.C. – Last evening, the South Carolina Republican Party state executive committee unanimously supported State GOP Chairman Chad Connelly’s leadership in recent election challenges. (story below) The State Executive Committee is comprised of members from all 46 South Carolina counties. Chairman Connelly commented: “I am extremely proud of our State Executive Committee for supporting what is right instead of what is popular. “We don’t always like court rulings, but the party’s duty to uphold the rule of law is more important than any one person’s political ambitions. “Our party leadership is unified

SCGOP Week in Review: Democrats Admit Defeat; Final Weekend for Petition Candidates

S.C. Democrats Admit Defeat for Obama in South Carolina Earlier this week, the South Carolina Democratic Party conceded our state to Mitt Romney, urging their supporters to help Barack Obama in North Carolina rather than fighting a losing battle here at home. While it is hard to blame them for throwing in the towel in South Carolina, we cannot allow the Democrats to win in North Carolina! Take the Palmetto Patriots pledge today and become one of the 1,000 Palmetto Patriots who will help make sure Barack Obama does NOT win in North Carolina on Election Day. CLICK HERE to

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Uncommonly Brave

Happy Birthday, America! Two hundred and thirty-six years ago, 56 uncommonly brave and committed men signed a document that they knew was their death sentence if they failed. Benjamin Franklin’s statement, “We must all hang together, or assuredly we shall all hang separately” was made during the signing of the Declaration of Independence and meant that if they did not band together in the fight against the British, they would all be hanged separately for treason. Those Founding Fathers understood the gravity of the moment and in 2012, American citizens need to recognize like never before the value of our

Lipstick on a pig

Dear Fellow Republican, No one could have ever expected the drastic change, lack of hope, and constant challenges to the Constitution we have seen over the past three and a half years. Here in South Carolina we have seen the consequences of the 2008 election firsthand. Last Thursday, four Supreme Court Justices found Obamacare to be invalid in its entirety. Now, you have the ability to be the decisive fifth vote and invalidate this law at the ballot box. President Obama and those in Congress put lipstick on a pig when they passed this law. The Supreme Court took the

Green Gloria Tinubu: Too liberal to be Atlanta mayor?

Gloria Tinubu’s Green Party campaigns for Atlanta mayor left a bad impression – despite Atlanta being one of the most liberal cities in America. To: Concerned 7th District Voters From: SCGOP Research We already know that Gloria Tinubu, the South Carolina Democratic Party’s nominee in the new 7th Congressional District, is a Radical Union Organizer and Big Labor’s Best Friend. What else does Gloria Tinubu have to hide? Could it be her ties to the Green Party – a party so radical and far left of the Democratic Party that it makes most Democrats seem conservative? The Georgia Green Party’s

129 days

SCGOP Quarterly Update Dear Fellow Republican, It’s been a great quarter here at SCGOP and only 129 days remain until November 6, 2012. If you haven’t already, will you take a moment to make an investment in the South Carolina Republican Party? (Click to contribute) Every $10, $25, or even $50 will help us defend against Barack Obama’s Chicago attack machine. UNITY 2012 BREAKFAST AND FUNDRAISER This past Wednesday, Republican candidates, activists, party leaders and elected officials gathered in Columbia to put away the differences built up during the primary season and set their focus squarely on Tuesday, November 6.

Unconstitutional

Dear Fellow Republican, Today is a sad day for those who believe that individuals, not the federal government, should be in charge of their own health care decisions. Let’s not confuse what the Supreme Court said. The Supreme Court did not say that ObamaCare is good policy or good for the country. The Supreme Court DID say that ObamaCare’s policies as commerce are unconstitutional – and that they are only constitutional when considered a TAX. Yet Barack Obama and Congressional Democrats continually misled the American people by saying ObamaCare is NOT a tax. That’s shameful. Even worse, ObamaCare’s rules and

Press Release: SCGOP Chair Connelly congratulates Tom Rice, calls Gloria Tinubu a “radical, left-wing candidate”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Columbia, S.C.- South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement congratulating Tom Rice on his victory in today’s 7th U.S. Congressional District runoff: “Tom Rice has strong, deep roots in the 7th district and he’ll be an outstanding advocate for the district in Congress. The South Carolina Republican Party will work tirelessly to elect him on November 6. I also want to commend Andre Bauer for running a hard-fought campaign,” said Chairman Connelly. “No one works harder to support the SCGOP than our five current Republican Congressmen and two U.S. Senators, and I look

Gloria Tinubu: Radical Union Organizer and Big Labor’s Best Friend

SCGOP Communications – (803) 988-8440 Memo: GLORIA TINUBU: RADICAL UNION ORGANIZER AND BIG LABOR’S BEST FRIEND To: Concerned 7th District Voters From: SCGOP Research South Carolina’s AFL-CIO had a terrible spring. Their frivolous lawsuit against Gov. Nikki Haley was thrown out of court. The chapter’s president was caught bashing a piñata of the South Carolina governor. And despite the AFL-CIO’s consistent opposition, Boeing completed its first Charleston-built 787 Dreamliner. The AFL-CIO and big unions needed some good news and got it last night. Their hand-picked candidate, Gloria Tinubu, won the South Carolina Democratic Party’s nomination in South Carolina’s new 7th

SCGOP Week in Review: Gowdy calls Pelosi claim “mind-numbingly stupid”

UNITY 2012 BREAKFAST AND FUNDRAISER Chairman Chad Connelly invites you to our “Post-Primary Unity Breakfast” on Wednesday, June 27. It will take place at 300 Senate Street in Columbia from 10:00am – 11:30am. While this primary season has been, at times, trying, we cannot not lose sight of our common goals. A Republican must win the new 7th Congressional District seat on November 6. And not only will we remain a solid red state, we will send South Carolina Republicans to swing states to help defeat Barack Obama. RSVP by CLICKING HERE or by calling 803-988-8440. JOIN THE PALMETTO PATRIOTS:

Join the Palmetto Patriots!

Become a Palmetto Patriot! Dear Fellow Republican, Are you ready to make a difference? Specifically, are you ready to help send Barack Obama back to Chicago this November? As you know, this Presidential election is critically important – and there is no doubt what South Carolina will do. We are among the “reddest” of the red states – and that is NOT going to change! But that doesn’t mean we can’t have an impact somewhere else. We CAN have an impact in states like North Carolina and Virginia. Obama carried these states in 2008 – but they are “swing states”

You’re Invited: Unity 2012 Breakfast and Fundraiser

You’re invited to our “Post-Primary Unity Breakfast” on Wednesday, June 27. It will take place at 300 Senate Street in Columbia from 10:00am – 11:30am. You can RSVP by clicking here or by calling 803-988-8440! Click here to RSVP

SCGOP Chair Connelly congratulates Joe Wilson on primary victory

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement congratulating Congressman Joe Wilson on his victory in today’s Republican primary. “South Carolina Republicans sent a powerful message that they want Joe Wilson to keep fighting for their values in Washington,” said Chairman Connelly. “With no Democratic opposition in November, we look forward to Joe continuing his great record of creating jobs, working for lower taxes, and looking out for our veterans and their families.” ###

SCGOP Chair Connelly congratulates Andre Bauer and Tom Rice, says Brittain and Tinubu “out of touch” with S.C. values

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly congratulates Andre Bauer and Tom Rice, says Preston Brittain and Gloria Tinubu “out of touch” with S.C. values Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement congratulating Andre Bauer and Tom Rice for making the 7th Congressional District Republican runoff to be held on June 26. “Andre Bauer and Tom Rice are outstanding candidates and South Carolina would be well served by either in Congress. I also commend the seven other Republicans who sought the 7th Congressional seat. I look forward to working with them to secure

Obama on WYFF Greenville today, SCGOP Chairman says President avoiding tough questions

Columbia, S.C. – Today, President Barack Obama will appear on WYFF in Greenville, South Carolina in an interview from the White House. Instead of coming to South Carolina to explain his failed jobs record and answer questions about his government takeover of healthcare, President Obama chose this television station to reach western North Carolina voters and avoid tough questions from North Carolina reporters. “While giving the appearance that he wishes to answer questions about his failed policies from South Carolinians, Barack Obama chose a television station where he can reach a voters in western North Carolina,” said SCGOP Chairman Chad

We Remember

Dear Fellow American, I hope that you are having a wonderful and safe Memorial Day weekend with your loved ones! I also hope and pray that you will take a moment in the midst of family cookouts and lake trips to reflect on the meaning of Memorial Day. Let us remember that our country has been built and sustained by the ultimate sacrifice of those men and women who believed in the ideal called FREEDOM so much that they risked and gave their lives so that we could enjoy those family cookouts and lake trips. In a day and age

Full National Delegate Results

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Our National Delegates and Alternates are…

Dear Fellow Republicans, It was great to see so many of you yesterday. THANK YOU for your work to make our State Convention and Silver Elephant Celebration so successful. If you would like to see Senator Marco Rubio’s speech from last evening, please click here. Or, for some great photos, click here or here. Congratulations to Cindy Costa and Glenn McCall, who were by acclimation re-elected as National Commiteewoman and National Committeeman, respectively, at yesterday’s State Convention. State Convention attendees also elected at-large Delegates and Alternates to our National Convention, to be held August 27-30 in Tampa, Florida. Here they are, with each person’s vote total following: National Delegates

Cindy Costa & Glenn McCall re-elected as SCGOP National Committeewoman, Committeeman

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Cindy Costa and Glenn McCall re-elected as South Carolina’s Republican National Committeewoman, Committeeman Columbia, S.C.- At today’s South Carolina Republican Party State Convention, delegates from across the state re-elected Cindy Costa and Glenn McCall as South Carolina’s Republican National Committeewoman and Committeeman, respectively. Both Costa and McCall received unanimous support from the convention. Costa, from Charleston County, has served on the Republican National Committee since 1996 and ranks in the top 20 (of 168) in committee seniority. McCall, from York County, has served on the Republican National Committee since 2008. State Convention attendees

SCGOP and NCGOP Announce Partnership to Defeat President Obama in November

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party and North Carolina Republican Party Announce Partnership to Defeat President Obama in November Columbia, S.C.- In coordination with the Republican National Committee (RNC), the South Carolina Republican Party (SCGOP) and the North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) today announced that they will immediately begin to coordinate volunteer efforts to defeat President Barack Obama in the crucial battleground state of North Carolina this November. As a solidly red state, South Carolina and the SCGOP are in a unique position to contribute volunteer resources to the already immensely successful voter outreach efforts being conducted by the

SCGOP Issues Statement on Candidate Certification

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SCGOP Issues Statement on Candidate Certification Columbia, SC – The South Carolina Republican Party today issued a statement following the S.C. Supreme Court’s Noon, May 4 filing deadline: “On behalf of all South Carolina Republicans, I am sad about this week’s candidate filing rulings, but am committed to following the S.C. Supreme Court’s instructions. Our party has meticulously analyzed the filing submissions in compliance with the standards set forth by the Court. We respect the Court’s decision and in compliance with the Court’s order, we have submitted our list to the Election Commission. We are looking forward

SCGOP Chairman Congratulates Presumptive Republican Nominee Governor Mitt Romney

Columbia, SC – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement welcoming Governor Mitt Romney as the presumptive Republican nominee for President of the United States: “South Carolina Republicans are overwhelmingly enthusiastic about Governor Mitt Romney, our party’s presumptive nominee. The South Carolina Republican Party looks forward to working closely with Governor Romney and his campaign as we ensure his election as the next President of the United States. Barack Obama has taken both South Carolina and our country in the wrong direction, and Governor Romney is the only candidate who can get us back on track. South

S.C. Democratic Party leader arrested, SCDP website scrubbed

South Carolina Democratic Party executive committeeman Christopher Lykes was arrested today on charges of stealing personal information from over 228,000 South Carolinians. “Christopher Lykes, 36, of Swansea was arrested Thursday and charged with five counts of violating medical confidentiality laws and one count of disclosure of confidential information, according to SLED. Lykes also is a former member of the executive committee of the Lexington County Democratic organization.” http://www.thestate.com/2012/04/19/2241321/personal-information-of-more-than.html But Chris Lykes is no “former” member. Chris Lykes’ name was scrubbed from the South Carolina Democratic Party’s website in just the past few hours. “The South Carolina Democratic Party thinks they

SCGOP leaders protect “First in the South” Presidential Primary at RNC meeting

RNC Rules Committee passes important rule amendment that would end penalties against early primary states that move their primaries in response to other states Scottsdale, Arizona- In today’s meeting of the Republican National Committee (RNC) Rules Committee, national Republican Party members passed an amendment protecting future South Carolina Republican Presidential Primaries. The amendment will be up for consideration at the full Republican National Convention in August. South Carolina’s Republican National Committeeman, Glenn McCall, is a member of the RNC Rules Committee. South Carolina’s other RNC members, SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly and National Committeewoman Cindy Costa, also attended the Rules Committee

SCGOP Vice Chairwoman Lin Bennett condemns attacks on women by Dick Harpootlian and national Democrats

Columbia, S.C.- South Carolina Republican Party First Vice Chairwoman Lin Bennett today released a statement following attacks on women by S.C. Democratic Party Chairman Dick Harpootlian and national Democrats: “Last week, S.C. Democratic Party Chairman and Barack Obama’s National Finance Committee member Dick Harpootlian compared South Carolina’s first female governor to Snooki and the Kardashians. “Now, national Democratic Party strategist Hilary Rosen says Ann Romney, mother of five, ‘has actually never worked a day in her life.’ Women are fed up with these incredibly sexist, demeaning attacks. While Republicans support strong female leaders like Nikki Haley and Ann Romney, out

SCGOP Chairman praises Senator Lindsey Graham following Obama/Holder decision

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly praises U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham following Obama/Holder decision April 5, 2012, Columbia, S.C.- Yesterday, the Obama Administration filed charges against Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and the 9/11 conspirators in military commissions at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham spearheaded the effort against holding their civilian trials on American soil. “On behalf of South Carolina Republicans, I want to thank Senator Lindsey Graham for his hard work in forcing Eric Holder and the Obama Administration to abandon their effort to try the mastermind of 9/11, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, and his co-conspirators, in civilian court,” said South Carolina

Press Release: Nine GOP candidates file in new 7th S.C. Congressional District

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Columbia, S.C.- Nine Republican candidates have filed in South Carolina’s new 7th U.S. Congressional District. The candidates will meet in the June 12, 2012 Republican Primary. A runoff (if necessary) would be held on June 26, 2012. “I have no doubt a South Carolina Republican will represent the 7th district in Congress. Our party will unite behind the primary winner and send yet another strong, reform-minded Republican to Congress,” said SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly. Republican candidates filing for U.S. Congress: 7th Congressional District Andre Bauer Renee Culler Katherine Jenerette Jay Jordan Jim Mader

S.C. House introduces First-in-the-South Presidential Primary bill

Office of the Speaker SOUTH CAROLINA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 27, 2012 Ensuring SC’s First-in-the-South Presidential Primary House Bill will preserve Palmetto State’s national influence (Columbia, SC) – Today, the S.C. House of Representatives introduced a measure (H. 5081) aimed at securing our state’s First-in-the-South Presidential Primary. A majorly influential position for both political parties, this early primary brings more than just status recognition – it translates into high-profile national exposure and millions of dollars in economic impact. House Speaker Bobby Harrell said, “As South Carolinians, we take our duty of selecting the next President of the

Senator Marco Rubio at 2012 Silver Elephant Dinner – Get your tickets now!

We are honored to host U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (Florida) as the keynote speaker at our annual Silver Elephant dinner. The May, 19, 2012 – 7:00 PM dinner will celebrate our state’s vibrant and growing Republican Party with South Carolina-based restaurants and live music. This year’s Silver Elephant dinner will also honor our party’s proud heritage, as the first Silver Elephant dinners attracted Republicans from all walks of life. Senator Rubio’s personal story, combined with his outstanding leadership in Washington, make him a perfect choice for the occasion. Since his against-the-odds victory in 2010, Senator Rubio has continually stood up

Chairman Connelly: Ard’s fall personal, not party, failure

From The Greenville News by Chad Connelly Chairman, South Carolina Republican Party The resignation, indictment, and guilty plea of Lieutenant Governor Ken Ard was the culmination of a sad, disappointing saga that regrettably brought a black eye to our state. Despite the serious nature of his offenses, our thoughts and prayers remain with Ken and his family. These recent events highlight why America was founded as “a nation of laws, and not of men.” Our Founding Fathers were greatly influenced by Samuel Rutherford’s “Lex, Rex” and the issue of divine rights for kings. The book was one of the first

S.C. Democrats abandon Harpootlian

Recent news stories are picking up on an undercurrent in the S.C. Democratic Party. Grassroots Democrats and Legislators are abandoning State Chairman Dick Harpootlian in droves. See below: *** For outgoing party Chairwoman Shelly Roehrs, who isn’t seeking re-election after one term for business reasons, Saturday is a time to build cohesiveness that she says hasn’t been coming from the “good ol’ boy” State Democratic Party in Columbia. “We just don’t get a lot of support,” she said. “And we’re kind of left to do things on our own. So we work with a lot of volunteers, and it’s good

2012 Primary Filing Period Opens

Filing for the June 12, 2012 Republican Primary runs from 12:00 Noon, March 16 to 12:00 Noon, March 30. For more information, please visit: https://sc.gop/filing

SCGOP Chair Connelly issues statement on Ard resignation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Columbia, S.C.- South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today issued a statement following the resignation of Lieutenant Governor Ken Ard: “Lieutenant Governor Ard has taken responsibility for his actions. His resignation will help our state move past this sad and unfortunate incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ken and his family during this time,” said Chairman Connelly.

Make School Choice a Reality in South Carolina

Dear Fellow Republican, Our Republican majorities in the South Carolina Senate and House have an historic opportunity to make school choice a reality in South Carolina this year. School Choice has been a plank in our state and national platforms for years – and was an idea that former President Ronald Reagan fought for decades ago. Over the past several weeks, House Ways & Means Committee Chairman Brian White and Representative Eric Bedingfield have been working hard to put together a comprehensive school choice plan that can pass the S.C. House and cause a vote to happen – and hopefully

Chairman Chad Connelly praises Senate passage of Department of Administration bill

February 16, 2012 Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today praised the South Carolina Senate upon its passage of the Department of Administration bill (H. 3066). The bill, championed by Governor Nikki Haley and key Republicans, abolishes South Carolina’s antiquated Budget and Control Board and moves important functions of government to their appropriate branches. “Governor Haley and our Senate Republican Caucus deserve great praise for leading the way in making state government more accountable,” said Connelly. “This is a long overdue reform, and I am pleased that so many Democrats agree with our Republican platform of

SCGOP Releases Final Delegate Numbers: Gingrich Wins 23, Romney Wins 2

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SC Republican Party Releases Final Delegate Numbers following 2012 Presidential Primary Columbia, S.C.-The South Carolina Republican Party today released final delegate numbers following the January 21, 2012 South Carolina Presidential Primary. With 100% of 2,117 precincts reporting, the statewide primary winner was Newt Gingrich. Gingrich won 11 at-large delegates with 40.43% of the vote. Mitt Romney finished second, winning no at large delegates with 27.85% of the vote. Gingrich also won two delegates in each of the following Congressional districts: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th (for a total of 12 delegates).

Check out our Primary Day tracker

Welcome to our 2012 Primary Day Tracker. In the coming days, you’ll find important updates on the primary, our candidates, and events. Since 1980, when Lee Atwater help establish our state’s “First in the South”  Primary, our state has always selected the  eventual nominee. South Carolina Presidential Preference Primaries have unique characteristics and demographics which are more reflective of the national electorate at large and therefore a much stronger indicator than any of the other earlier primaries or caucuses. We take our primaries very seriously – We Pick Presidents!

Merry Christmas

Dear Friend, Merry Christmas! Thank you for your leadership and service in our South Carolina Republican Party. As we gather with friends and family to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, let us pause to reflect on the many blessings that God has bestowed upon our nation and state. In December 1776, our young nation, born of the Biblical principles of freedom and opportunity, was quickly deteriorating. The Continental Army was in shambles, filled with sick, unpaid, and hungry soldiers encountering one of the coldest winters ever recorded. General George Washington, encamped with his army in Pennsylvania, did

One small candle may light Thousands

Thanksgiving 2011 Dear Fellow American, While today’s political correctness has attempted to confuse Americans about our heritage and the source of our “Thanksgiving,” a reading of true and unfiltered history demonstrates that our Founding Fathers and the Pilgrims who celebrated the first Thanksgiving had no doubt to Whom they were thankful. The brave Pilgrims who endured a 66 day voyage across the Atlantic in 1620 suffered through a miserable first winter, losing many of their number. Yet their work ethic and resolve led to a new, free market system and a rejection of communal socialism. The Pilgrims consistently thanked Almighty

Barbecue and Town Hall with Speaker Newt Gingrich

Please join Chairman Chad Connelly and the South Carolina Republican Party for a Barbecue and Town Hall with special guest Speaker Newt Gingrich Republican Candidate for President Tuesday, November 29, 2011 6:00 p.m. Dinner 7:30 p.m. Town Hall Newberry Opera House 1201 McKibben Street Newberry, SC 29108 $250 Sponsor– includes 2 tickets to Dinner and the Town Hall and a personal photo with Speaker Gingrich $25 for Dinner per person | $10 for Town Hall admission only *Dinner price includes admission to town hall Click here to purchase Contact 803.988.8440 with questions or to RSVP by phone. Due to the anticipated excitement

SCGOP Chairman Connelly announces CBS, National Journal debate at Wofford College

October 25, 2011 Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today announced a Republican Presidential Primary debate to be held on Saturday evening, November 12 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The debate, held on the campus of Wofford College, will be presented by CBS News and National Journal. (full details below) “The South Carolina Republican Party is excited to be a partner on the first nationally televised, broadcast network debate of the Presidential Primary season,” said Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party. “Presidential candidates and Republican activists across our nation know South Carolina’s historic tradition of successfully choosing

SCGOP Chairman Connelly announces “First in the South” Presidential Debate

October 21, 2011 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today announced that Myrtle Beach will host a “First in the South” Republican Presidential Debate on January 16, 2012: “On behalf of all South Carolina Republicans, I am proud to announce that scenic Myrtle Beach will host a “First in the South” Republican Presidential Debate on January 16, 2012,” said Chairman Connelly. “South Carolina Republicans pick Presidents. The state party is proud to partner with Fox News to facilitate this important debate just five days before our historic Presidential Primary.”

SCGOP Week in Review – Myrtle Beach Debate!

SCGOP WEEK IN REVIEW October 17-21, 2011 SCGOP Announces 2012 Presidential Debate Today, South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly announced that the South Carolina Republican Party and Fox News will host a “First in the South” Presidential Primary debate on January 16, 2012 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. In announcing the debate, Chairman Connelly said, “South Carolina Republicans pick Presidents. The State Party is proud to partner with Fox News to facilitate this important debate just five days before our historic Presidential Primary.” Stay tuned for more information on tickets, sponsorships and events surrounding the debate! Chairman Connelly and

SCGOP Chairman Connelly announces 2012 Presidential Primary date

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today announced South Carolina’s 2012 Republican Presidential Primary date. Chairman Connelly commented: “Last Friday, a nine person committee brought chaos to the 2012 calendar. Today, South Carolina is making things right. “South Carolina Republicans have a thirty year track record of picking the eventual Republican Presidential nominee. We will continue that historic tradition on January 21, 2012. “It will undoubtedly be a spirited campaign to make Barack Obama just the worst ONE term President in American history. We are united in this mission, and any candidate

SCGOP Chairman Connelly issues statement on Florida primary decision

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY September 30, 2011 Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today issued a statement following Florida’s decision to move its primary to January 31, 2012: “Today’s decision by Florida is hugely disappointing and could have been avoided. Rogue states have once again dictated the Presidential nominating calendar. I call on my fellow RNC members and all Republicans to strongly condemn Florida’s decision to hold their primary on January 31. “States who have worked so hard to maintain the nominating calendar should not be penalized and the offenders, including Florida, should lose their entire

IA, NH, NV, and SC Republican Party chairmen issue joint statement on 2012 Presidential calendar

September 29, 2011 IA, NH, NV, and SC Republican Party chairmen issue joint statement on 2012 Presidential calendar Columbia, S.C. – Today, state Republican Party Chairs Matt Strawn (Iowa), Wayne MacDonald (New Hampshire), Amy Tarkanian (Nevada) and Chad Connelly (South Carolina) jointly released a statement condemning any state’s efforts to move its 2012 Presidential selection date in violation of Republican National Committee (RNC) rules: Chairman Strawn commented, “The four sanctioned, early states have been very clear that we will move together, if necessary, to ensure order as outlined in RNC rules. If we are forced to change our dates together,

Chairman Chad Connelly announces 2012 Presidential Primary Task Force

Columbia, S.C. – In conjunction with a joint statement from the Iowa, New Hampshire, and Nevada Republican Party chairmen, SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today announced the South Carolina Republican Party’s 2012 Presidential Preference Primary Task Force. The Task Force will oversee the primary, its fundraising goals, and work to ensure South Carolina’s First-in-the-South primary status in the future. “South Carolina is blessed with outstanding Republican leaders,” said Chairman Connelly. “They understand the Presidential primary’s importance and have responded in an unprecedented way. I look forward to working with the Task Force to help shine a bright, positive light on South

Chairman Chad Connelly on ABC News “Top Line”

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First in the South! Help the SCGOP…

Dear Fellow Republican, I wanted to quickly email and let you know that SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly is working incredibly hard to protect our state’s First-in-the-South Presidential Primary. Earlier today, Chairman Connelly reaffirmed South Carolina’s important role in making Barack Obama just a ONE term President. I’m proud of Chairman Connelly for standing up for South Carolina (click to watch): But there’s more work to be done. Chairman Connelly and the South Carolina Republican Party need your help. Will you consider investing $25, $50, $100 or even $1000 today? Your investments will help our party defend its greatest tradition and

SCGOP Chairman Connelly releases statement on House 100 Special Election Victory

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY September 27, 2011 Prosperity, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly tonight released the following statement following Eddy Southard’s victory in the House District 100 special election: “Berkeley County residents made a great choice in Eddy Southard. I know Eddy will proudly represent District 100 with conservative, reform-minded leadership. “Thank you also to Speaker Bobby Harrell, State Senator Larry Grooms, the House Republican Caucus, Berkeley County GOP Chairman Tim Callanan, Charleston County GOP Chairwoman Lin Bennett, and Dorchester County GOP Chairwoman Carroll Duncan. Their quiet efforts make victories like this possible.” ###

SCGOP Chairman Connelly comments on V.P. Biden’s visit to Charleston

September 22, 2011 Charleston, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today released the following comments on Vice President Joe Biden’s fundraising trip to Charleston: “Barack Obama and Joe Biden’s taxpayer-funded re-election campaign continues. Let’s hope Biden’s luxury jet fuels up in Charleston, because that’s the only economic growth this administration will have brought to South Carolina. “If Barack Obama and Joe Biden cared any about hard working South Carolinians, they’d denounce the NLRB’s attacks on Boeing’s new Charleston plant. Yet neither has said a word. Today’s trip is just more of the same from the worst President and Vice President

Breakfast with Mrs. Ann Romney

Please join Chairman Chad Connelly and the South Carolina Republican Party for a breakfast with special guest Mrs. Ann Romney Wife of presidential candidate Mitt Romney Friday, September 30, 2011 8:00 A.M. The Summit Club 1301 Gervais Street 20th Floor Columbia, SC 29201 $100 per couple | $50 per person Click here to purchase Contact 803.988.8440 with questions or to RSVP by phone. Due to the anticipated excitement and expected high turnout, there will be no tickets sold at the door.

Chairman Connelly issues statement on passage of NLRB bill

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today released a statement following the US House passage of the Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act (H.R. 2587): “Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill that will stop the assault by the National Labor Relations Board on private business. Creating jobs should be our number one priority and I applaud the entire Republican delegation from South Carolina for standing up to Barack Obama’s administration. Led by the bill’s sponsor, South Carolina Rep. Tim Scott, House Republicans recognized the dangers imposed by the NLRB’s overreach. South Carolina Republicans call on the U.S. Senate to

Greenville Lunch with Senator Rick Santorum

Please join Chairman Chad Connelly and the South Carolina Republican Party for a luncheon with special guest Senator Rick Santorum Thursday, September 15, 2011 11:30 A.M. The Poinsett Club 807 East Washington Street, Greenville, SC 29601 $1,000 Sponsor – includes 2 tickets and a personal photo with Senator Santorum $75 per couple | $50 per person Contact 803.988.8440 with questions or to RSVP by phone.

Courage and Determination

Dear Fellow American, Ten years have passed since September 11, 2001. On that clear Tuesday morning, terrorists disrupted our freedom-loving country and took the lives of almost 3,000 friends, fathers, brothers, sisters, and mothers. Yet America rose from the ashes with even more courage and determination. As we mark the anniversary of 9/11, let us remember those souls and their grieving families, let us lift our hearts and prayers to God, and let us again dedicate ourselves to being a light for the world. Let us always remember the ideals that the Founders articulated so well, “that all men are

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham gives $25,000 to S.C. Republican Party

September 6, 2011 U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham gives $25,000 to S.C. Republican Party Funds to support “First in the South” Presidential Preference Primary and GOP candidates Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republicans were thrilled last month when Senator Lindsey Graham contributed $25,000 from his campaign account to the state Republican Party. “Our party needs investments to spread its conservative, reform message,” said SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly. “Senator Graham recognizes this, and he’s leading the way in Washington with good ideas. He’s also standing strong against Barack Obama’s henchmen here in South Carolina, who are trying their best to kill Boeing’s

Watch: Senator Jim DeMint delivers SCGOP Weekly Address

September 1, 2011 Dear Fellow Republican, Please take a moment to watch this special message from Senator Jim DeMint: I appreciate Senator DeMint’s leadership and character. He is an outstanding voice for South Carolinians in Washington. As always, please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. We are happy to serve. Proud to be a South Carolina Republican, Chad Connelly Chairman, South Carolina Republican Party P.S. – If you would like to join the SCGOP “Silver Elephant” club for just $10 a month, please click here.

Two Requests

Dear Fellow Republican, As you know, our nation is deep in debt – and our government continues to spend money that we don’t have at record rates. The only way this will ever change is if Americans continue to rise up and demand REAL change and REAL accountability. We have to demand that the federal government go on a diet! Here in South Carolina, our 7 Republican members of Congress all took a strong stand for fiscal accountability during the debate over the national debt limit. They supported the “Cut, Cap and Balance” plan, which would cut current spending, cap

Happy Birthday to Chairman Connelly

August 22, 2011 Dear Fellow Republican, Today is a special day. Earlier, the SCGOP staff wished a “Happy Birthday” to our Chairman, Chad Connelly. Chairman Connelly guides us every day with positive vision and determination, and I’m proud of his conservative leadership for South Carolina. To say “Happy Birthday” to Chad, will you join the SCGOP “Silver Elephant” Club for just $10 a month? Or make a contribution of $20.12 today? Click here to contribute online With your help, we are making the critical investments that will allow us to defeat Barack Obama in 2012 and reclaim America’s future. Every

SCGOP Chairman Connelly to Valerie Jarrett, Obama: “Get back to work”

August 11, 2011 Columbia, S.C. – In advance of Obama senior adviser Valerie Jarrett’s visit to Columbia today, SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly highlighted Jarrett and Obama’s lack of serious leadership on the economy by saying, “get back to work”: “America’s economy is suffering, yet Barack Obama and Valerie Jarrett continue to jet around the country more worried about re-election than jobs. “The only jobs they care about are their own. The proof is in their failed economic policies: Unemployment has been above 8 percent for 30 straight months and almost 14,000,000 Americans can’t find jobs. Barack Obama and Valerie Jarrett

SCGOP Chairman says Clyburn appointment “like asking the fox to guard the hen house”

August 11, 2011 Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today issued the following statement after Rep. Jim Clyburn was appointed by Rep. Nancy Pelosi to the deficit reduction super committee: “As Majority Whip under Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi, Jim Clyburn oversaw the biggest two year spending spree in American history. To suggest this committee is serious about deficit reduction and then appoint Rep. Clyburn is like asking the fox to guard the hen house.”

Help Wisconsin Republicans!

August 8, 2011 Dear Fellow Republican, Union bosses launched recall elections in Wisconsin earlier this summer based on a vote in the Wisconsin Senate that revamped the collective bargaining statutes. While Senate Democrats fled the state, the Republicans stood tall in Madison and balanced a budget that was $3.6 billion in the hole. SIX Republican Senators are on the ballot tomorrow. The races are all competitive and voter turnout may be what ultimately decides whether Wisconsin Republicans defend their majority in the State Senate. Wisconsin Republicans need our help! Please join me in making “Get Out the Vote” phone calls

Monday in Myrtle Beach – Redistricting Bill Signing/Rally

Dear Fellow Republican, Governor Haley and our House and Senate Republicans deserve great praise for working together to pass a common sense redistricting plan. Now is your chance to thank them! Governor Haley will sign the redistricting bill at a rally in Myrtle Beach on Monday, August 1 at 3:30pm. We hope you will be able to attend! Monday, August 1 at 3:30pm Celebrity Square, Broadway at the Beach Address: 1325 Celebrity Circle Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Sincerely, Team SCGOP

SCGOP Chairman to Jim Clyburn: “Stop Playing Politics While Washington Burns”

July 28, 2011 South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Calls On Jim Clyburn to Stop Playing Politics While Washington Burns Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today called on Congressman Jim Clyburn to stop playing politics with the debt ceiling, and support plans unveiled in Congress to cut spending, cap government growth, and balance the federal budget: “Congressman Clyburn, Barack Obama and the liberal Democrats in Washington continue to ignore the will of the American people. Rep. Clyburn’s calling on the president to raise the debt ceiling by executive order and ignore common sense legislation like Cut, Cap, and Balance

Call Barack Obama and Harry Reid TODAY

July 28, 2011 Fellow Republican, Our nation is at a crossroads and Speaker John Boehner and Congressional Republicans need our help in solving the debt ceiling crisis. The Obama-fueled, liberal political machine is at full throttle – flooding Washington with phone calls attacking Republicans – while at the same time trying to scare seniors and hardworking taxpayers. Democrats blame Republicans for gridlock, yet our party only leads one-sixth of the federal government. It’s clear: Barack Obama and Harry Reid are failing to lead. Courageous Republicans proposed the Cut, Cap and Balance plan in Washington to cut spending, cap government growth,

Chairman Connelly issues statement on S.C. House amendment of redistricting bill

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today issued a statement following the South Carolina House’s amendment of the Congressional redistricting bill. The bill is now before the S.C. Senate. “Redistricting is a challenging process, and I am proud of the many South Carolinians who made their voices heard over the past few months. “Now we must avoid letting unelected judges draw South Carolina’s Congressional districts. Republicans across South Carolina are hopeful that our fellow Republicans will support the plan as amended by the House – a plan that includes a 7th district in the Pee Dee region. A Pee

SCGOP Chairman Connelly praises House, Senate Republicans for passage of redistricting bill

July 26, 2011 Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today issued a statement following the South Carolina House and Senate’s passage of a Congressional redistricting bill: “House and Senate Republicans deserve great praise for passing a common sense redistricting plan. They put aside their personal goals and worked together for the good of South Carolina, instead of allowing unelected judges to decide. “Senator McConnell, Senator Peeler, and the Senate Republican Caucus deserve credit for doing what is best for South Carolina in the coming decade. In the House, Speaker Harrell, Rep. Bingham, Rep. Harrison, and their fellow Republicans deserve

Urgent: Support S.C. Republicans on Cut, Cap, and Balance

July 19, 2011 Dear Fellow Republican, Just yesterday, a national newspaper said Barack Obama is a ‘no-show’ in South Carolina, despite visiting 40 other states in his first 2.5 years as President. Are you surprised at one more example of Obama’s “leading from behind”? I’m not. Barack Obama can’t defend the NLRB’s attacking private sector jobs, shoving Obamacare down our throats, and racking up trillions in debt. And now Barack Obama says he’s against the “Cut, Cap, and Balance” pledge that would cut federal spending, institute a spending cap, and add a Balanced Budget Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Thankfully,

In Case You Missed It – USA Today: Obama ignores South Carolina

In Case You Missed It – USA Today: Obama a “no-show” in South Carolina http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/2011-07-17-obama-travel-visits_n.htm When President Obama travels on business, politics isn’t far behind… In the 2½ years he has been president, Obama has traveled to 40 states. Not counting Virginia and Maryland because of their proximity to the White House, half of his visits have been to the 13 “swing” states that likely will decide the 2012 presidential race. Only 16% have been to safe Republican states… Also on the president’s no-show list: South Carolina, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, North and South Dakota, Utah and Idaho, all states that

First in the South, Cut Cap Balance!

Dear Fellow Republican, I hope this message finds you well. One of my top priorities as Chairman is to consistently communicate with you, so I wanted to send an update on events and developments since my last email. From defending the SCGOP’s “First in the South” Presidential Preference Primary to gearing up for special elections, our SCGOP team has been extremely busy. Please read below to learn more: 1. “First in the South” Presidential Preference Primary In 2012, South Carolina will again be at the center of the political universe as we host the “First in the South” presidential primary,

SCGOP Chairman praises Governor Haley, Republican Congressional delegation for signing “Cut, Cap, Balance” pledge

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina’s Republican Governor and entire Republican Congressional delegation have signed “Cut, Cap, Balance” pledge (http://cutcapbalancepledge.com) Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly this morning praised Governor Nikki Haley, Senator Lindsey Graham, Senator Jim DeMint, Rep. Joe Wilson, Rep. Jeff Duncan, Rep. Trey Gowdy, Rep. Mick Mulvaney, and Rep. Tim Scott for signing the “Cut, Cap, Balance” pledge: “Today’s jobs report is another shocking reminder of the failure of Obamanomics. Thankfully, in South Carolina we have a Governor and Congressional delegation whose number one priority is growing our private sector economy and not

Watch: Attorney General Alan Wilson delivers SCGOP Weekly Address

Dear Fellow Republican, I’m proud to present to you this week’s Republican Address, delivered by Attorney General Alan Wilson. General Wilson discusses the 26 state fight against Obamacare, the NLRB’s complaint against Boeing, and new, overreaching EPA guidelines and how the Attorney General’s office is fighting each job killing policy. Our South Carolina Republican Party is proud of his leadership. I hope you’ll click the video below to watch (link): Proud to be a South Carolina Republican, Chad Connelly Chairman, South Carolina Republican Party

Chairman Connelly issues statement on “First in the South” presidential preference primary

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today issued the following statement regarding South Carolina’s “First in the South” Republican presidential preference primary: “The South Carolina Republican Party is committed to having a spectacular and successful primary in early 2012. On multiple fronts, I am working with our legal team, the State Election Commission, legislators, and the Governor’s Office to protect it. “South Carolina’s ‘First in the South’ primary plays a critical role in the American political system. Our diverse, informed voters are a bellwether for campaigns both large and small, given South

In Case You Missed It: Clyburn Wastes Tax Dollars on Auto Lease

Clyburn spending $1,139.26 per month, ranks among biggest spenders in Congress From the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, “On Your Dime“: There has been a lot of talk in recent months about how Congress should cut the budget and be a better steward of taxpayer dollars. So, I thought I would take a look through the document that shows how lawmakers spend their office budgets. My focus was narrowed to one basic question – how many members of the House spend money from their office accounts to lease automobiles, whether for use in their districts or while they are in Washington, D.C. …the

Watch: Governor Nikki Haley delivers first SCGOP Weekly Address

June 9, 2011 Dear Fellow Republican, I’m proud of our South Carolina Republican Party. We are stronger than ever for a reason – South Carolinians trust the Republican Party to deliver on its promises. And we are doing just that. This year, our Republican-led State House and Senate have fought for and passed lawsuit abuse reform, Medicaid reform, a voter ID requirement, more on the record voting, and stand on the brink of passing even more historic reforms. Our five Republican Congressmen and nine Republican statewide officers are fostering job growth and defending South Carolina against Barack Obama and the

Obama Political Machine to Crash Rep. Mick Mulvaney Town Hall

A Message from FreedomWorks: FreedomWorks has learned that “Organizing For America (OFA),” President Obama’s well-funded political outfit, is working to takeover South Carolina Congressman Mick Mulvaney’s town hall event tonight in Lake Wylie. Specifically, OFA plans to bus in left-wing activists from far and wide to protest the congressman’s support of a conservative, limited government agenda. It is critical that fiscal conservatives show up to counter OFA and support Rep. Mulvaney for his bold stance on the most important issues facing South Carolina and our country as a whole. Mulvaney Lake Wylie Town Hall Wednesday, June 8th, 7:00 pm Life

SCGOP Call to Action: Stand for Reform!

SCGOP Call to Action: Stand for Reform! June 3, 2011 Find your Legislator here: http://www.scstatehouse.gov/cgi-bin/zipcodesearch.exe Dear Fellow Republican, Governor Haley asked our State Senate to not go home without passing critical, conservative reform legislation. Anti-reform Democrats have consistently opposed Governor Haley’s agenda and just yesterday ran out the clock on reform. But blaming them is simply not enough. The Republican-controlled Senate left Columbia without passing those bills; like Government Restructuring and a strong Arizona-style Illegal Immigration law. As a result, Governor Haley has called the General Assembly back next week to finish work on these and other important conservative reforms.

SCGOP Call to Action on Reform Legislation

Call your State Senator on the Senate floor at 803-212-6700! Find your State Senator here: http://www.scstatehouse.gov/cgi-bin/zipcodesearch.exe Governor Haley has asked the State Senate to not go home without passing a strong tort reform bill and a Department of Administration bill. With just three short days remaining, it’s critical that our Republican activists contact their Republican Senators and demand they act before going home. Our party is in the majority. We must govern like it. Tort Reform – Strong tort reform means strong caps on punitive damages. That’s what our Governor and business leaders have called for. The vote is simple.

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly issues statement on passing of State Representative David Umphlett

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Prosperity, SC – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today issued the following statement on the passing of State Representative David Umphlett of Moncks Corner. “Dana and I were deeply saddened to learn of Representative Umphlett’s passing. Representative Umphlett nobly served his community, our state, and our nation. He was steadfast in his dedication to the citizens of Berkeley County and devoted to protecting our state’s natural resources. I extend the South Carolina Republican Party’s deepest condolences to his wife Carolyn, their three children, and his extended family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them

Chairman Chad Connelly Announces SCGOP Staff

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: 803.988.8440 Columbia, SC – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today announced staff appointments including Danielle McAdaragh as Finance Director, Sharon Thomson as Comptroller, David Smith as Deputy Political Director for Operations, Alex Stroman as Deputy Political Director for Outreach, and Hope Walker as Finance Assistant. Matt Moore was yesterday announced as SCGOP Executive Director. “I’m proud to announce the addition of these talented individuals to our SCGOP team. We have a lean, energetic staff that is working hard to build on our historic victories and solidify our Republican majorities,” said Connelly. “Each of

Matt Moore announced as SCGOP Executive Director

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: 803.988.8440 Columbia, SC – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today announced Matt Moore as SCGOP Executive Director. Moore previously served as SCGOP Transition Director. “Job number one for our South Carolina Republican Party is to build on our historic victories while upholding our conservative principles. Matt has an outstanding record of doing just that,” said Connelly. “He is well respected by Republicans across our state and has worked closely with many of our activists and elected officials. I am extremely confident in Matt’s ability to guide the SCGOP team as we work to take back the White

An Update from Chairman Chad Connelly

May 24, 2011 Dear Fellow Republican, I hope my email finds you well. Our team has hit the ground running here in Columbia and I want to give you an update on my first few weeks as SCGOP Chairman. We are in the process of putting together AGGRESSIVE fundraising and political plans for 2011-2012. Using those plans, we will build on our historic victories and work towards a permanent, conservative majority in South Carolina. But we’ll need your help! Here are some areas in which you might get involved: House District 10 Special Election Six Republicans have filed to run

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly praises Governor Nikki Haley’s signing of voter ID bill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2011 SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly praises Governor Nikki Haley’s signing of voter ID bill Columbia, SC – Today, South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly praised Governor Nikki Haley and the Republican leaders of the South Carolina House and Senate for their leadership in passing a voter identification bill. “Requiring voter identification is an integral part of protecting our republic,” said Chairman Connelly. “Our South Carolina Republican Party has fought for this common sense approach to ensuring the integrity of ballots, and I’m proud of Governor Nikki Haley and the Republican House and Senate leadership

Gov. Nikki Haley signs Voter ID bill into law

New law ensures election integrity COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Nikki Haley today signed into law H 3003 the Voter ID bill during an afternoon press conference at the Statehouse. The governor was joined by members of the General Assembly and grassroots activists from across South Carolina. Video of the press conference is available here. Gov. Haley said, “It’s another great day in South Carolina. The reason it’s a great day is because we continue to improve South Carolina in terms of integrity, accountability and transparency. This new law is very important, not just for South Carolina, but because I have

SCGOP Chairman Connelly issues statement on Voter ID Passage

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SCGOP Chairman Connelly issues statement on Voter ID Passage Columbia, SC – May 11, 2011 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly tonight issued the following statement on the passage of the Voter ID bill: “Safe and secure elections are a bedrock principle in the republic we are blessed to live in,” Connelly said. “The House and Senate both did incredible work in breaking through literally years of Democratic obstructionism. Our Republican leadership in the General Assembly deserves great credit for recognizing the importance of safeguarding our elections, hearing the voice of the people, and acting

Chairman Chad Connelly calls on Clyburn to end hypocrisy on NLRB

Columbia, SC – Today, South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly called on Congressman Jim Clyburn to end his hypocrisy on growing South Carolina’s economy. Congressman Clyburn yesterday tried to play both sides in the National Labor Relations Board’s attempt to stop Boeing from expanding into South Carolina, stating that the NLRB’s complaint lacks merit, yet defending its right to interfere with private enterprise. “Jim Clyburn seems more interested in protecting Washington bureaucrats than South Carolinians,” said SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly. “Defending big labor and its millions of dollars in campaign contributions on behalf of the Obama White House isn’t

Defending South Carolina

South Carolina has a strong tradition as a right to work state, and we also have a strong tradition of opposing federal intrusions. We MUST stand against Washington bureaucrats trying to kill South Carolina jobs. Growing our economy isn’t a partisan issue – and the Obama White House needs to recognize that. Thank you to our Republican Governor Nikki Haley, Attorney General Alan Wilson and U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham and Jim DeMint for standing up for South Carolinians in Washington today. On that note, here’s a short message I recorded earlier highlighting our Party’s opposition to big labor threatening South

Governor Nikki Haley Speaks at US Chamber of Commerce

Governor Nikki Haley Speaks At Chamber of Commerce.

Moore named Transition Director

Columbia, SC – Today, SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly named Matt Moore as Transition Director, tasking him with finding even more ways to grow the South Carolina Republican Party and build upon the party’s historic 2010 victories. “I know Matt will steadily guide our party in transitioning to a new Chairman,” said Connelly. “Redistricting, our ‘First in the South’ 2012 presidential preference primary, and the 2012 election cycle all loom large on the calendar, and Matt’s diverse talents will serve our SCGOP well. He has a proven record of campaign victories and a great understanding of conservative reform policies.” “Our South

Peeler, Clemmons named Republican legislators of the year

May 11, 2011 – Columbia, SC Senate Majority Leader Harvey Peeler and Representative Alan Clemmons were honored this weekend at the SC Republican Party convention as the Republican Senator and Representative of the Year. They were given the Terry Haskins Award for their leadership on issues critical to South Carolina and their leadership in the SCGOP. Peeler has been a driving force for much of the Republican agenda in the Senate this year, championing voter ID, tort reform, government restructuring, protecting S.C. workers from union intimidation and solving our state’s budget crisis. In the House, Clemmons has worked tirelessly to

RNC Chairman Reince Priebus Welcomes New South Carolina GOP Chairman Chad Connelly

WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Reince Priebus released the following statement today regarding the state chairman election in South Carolina: “I congratulate Chad Connelly on his election to serve as Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party. I look forward to having a stalwart conservative like Chad leading our Party in the Palmetto State during such a critical election cycle for our country. Chad is a seasoned grassroots leader who has what it takes to maintain a strong state party while continuing to bring the Republican message to new voters. With rising food and gas prices, record debt,

Our Silver Elephant Video

This amazing video, highlighting historic victories under Karen Floyd’s leadership, was shown at the Silver Elephant banquet and state convention. These wins happened because of YOUR hard work. THANK YOU!

A Winning Tradition

It’s busy here at SCGOP headquarters. There’s a lot of energy and excitement about continuing our winning tradition. THANK YOU to all who have sent me congratulations and well wishes. Our party has a lot of momentum because of the hard work of so many of you, including former Chairman Karen Floyd. Many thanks go to her for serving our state and party. Below is a short video that I thought you would like to see. It demonstrates the achievements of the SCGOP during the past few years, and the winning tradition I am proud to uphold. Sincerely, Chad Connelly

Video Message from SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly on the key issues facing South Carolina Republicans: tapping our potential, countering Obamacare and fighting unions who are looking to steal SC jobs.

Standing up for South Carolina

South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley and a group of Republican senators demanded Tuesday that the Obama administration weigh in on the National Labor Relations Board’s complaint against Boeing, saying the complaint could jeopardize thousands of South Carolina jobs and the future of free enterprise in the country. The NLRB complaint alleges that Boeing decided to build a new 787 Dreamliner plant in South Carolina, a so-called “right-to-work” state, in retaliation against union workers in Washington state who had engaged in past strikes. NLRB Acting General Counsel Lafe Solomon is seeking an order to keep that production line in Washington state.

Chad Connelly issues statement on election as SCGOP Chairman

Columbia, SC – May 7, 2011 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today issued the following statement after his election to lead the SCGOP: “It is truly humbling to know the trust that activists from across our state have shown by electing me to lead our party,” Connelly said. “We are blessed to have such a strong Republican Party in our state, and this is an incredibly exciting opportunity and challenge that has been entrusted to me to make our Party even stronger. That will mean not only preserving the electoral gains we have made, but also working

Thank You from SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly

I hope you had a great weekend with loved ones. Happy Mother’s Day! First, I want to say “Thank You.” It is truly humbling to know the trust you have shown in electing me to serve our party as Chairman. We are blessed to have such a strong Republican Party in our state, and we have an incredibly exciting opportunity and challenge to make our party even stronger. That means not only preserving our incredible electoral gains, but also working to unite our party while strengthening our Conservative platform. South Carolina Republicans are principled, passionate, and focused on common sense

The South Carolina Federation of Republican Women Invites you to the First Ladies Luncheon

THE SOUTH CAROLINA FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN Invites you to the FIRST LADIES LUNCHEON Honoring the First Ladies of South Carolina Thursday, May 5, 2011 At noon Poinsett Club Greenville, South Carolina RSVP 864-246-4878 bspoe@charter.net The spouses of the presidential candidates participating in the debate have all been invited to be part of this luncheon. Special guests include: Former First Lady Iris Campbell SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd and NFRW President Sue Lynch Mrs. Karen Santorum, wife of Senator Rick Santorum (2012 potential Presidential contender) Mrs. Debbie DeMint, wife of Senator Jim DeMint Honorary Table Sponsorship (table includes 8 seats and

For Debate Attendees – important information

Tomorrow night, the highly anticipated presidential debate will be held at the Peace Center in Greenville at 9:00pm. No more tickets are available for the event, but if you have already reserved tickets, please see the following important information: “Will Call” for presidential debate tickets will be located at the Gunter Theatre (right beside the Peace Center) tomorrow from 10:30am – 7:00pm. The theatre is located at 300 South Main St., Greenville, SC 29601. Please pick up your reserved tickets here. All guests should try to enter the Peace Center by 8:00pm. We are looking forward to seeing everyone at

A Week Full of Events

This week is monumental for the South Carolina Republican Party. It will be a time to celebrate the enormous 2010 election victories, as well as organize for the upcoming fight to take back the US Senate and the Whitehouse. If last year is any indication, we are deadly serious about achieving these goals. The first event this week is the Resolutions Committee meeting, which is scheduled to occur at 6:00pm in Blue Marlin’s Vista room. The resolutions that pass will then become part of our Party’s official agenda, so this meeting certainly deserves your close attention. The highly anticipated presidential

The Fuel of Our Movement

Every organization, regardless of size or purpose, needs to possess a clear and focused agenda. While the people serve as the engine that diligently turns the gears and spins the wheels, the agenda is the fuel that provides the combustion and energy needed to propel us down the road and toward our goal. Today at 6:00pm in Blue Marlin’s Vista Room, we will form this agenda. The Resolutions Committee will observe and vote on the county resolutions that were provided last month. Defining a clear agenda that everyone can understand and support is key to winning next year’s elections. With

Share Your Pictures

We are busy preparing for this week’s exciting events, and look forward to seeing everyone at the Silver Elephant Banquet, convention and debate. The terrific lineup of guests and activities are sure to make this week a memorable occasion for South Carolina conservatives! However, we need your help to make this year’s events even more special. Do you have any great pictures that you took while on the 2010 campaign trail? If so, we would like you to send them to us so that we can feature your images at the convention and on our Facebook page. This includes pictures

Berkeley County: Resolution Supporting the SC FairTax Act

This below resolution was passed at the Berkeley county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the framers of the Constitution prohibited taxation of income and the products of one’s labor, and that prohibition remained for the first 127 years of the existence of this country.; and Whereas

Horry County: Resolution Supporting Gold and Silver Tender

This below resolution was passed at the Horry county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, the original states of our Union assembled in a Convention during the summer of 1787 largely to create a single, stable, and sound system of money to protect and encourage commerce among

Horry County: Resolution Supporting the American Legal System

This below resolution was passed at the Horry county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS the Constitution of the United States of America and the United States Code provide the laws of our Nation, and WHEREAS the South Carolina Constitution and the South Carolina Code of Laws

Attend Our County Resolutions Meeting

This Tuesday, May 3 the South Carolina Republican Party Platform and Resolutions Committee will be discussing and voting upon resolutions that were passed at the 2011 County Conventions. The meeting is open to and will be taking comments from any participants in the 2011 reorganization process who would like to attend. If you have been unable to express your opinion in the comment section of the county-approved resolutions currently posted here and would like to do so in person please make plans to attend. What: SCGOP Resolutions Committee Hearing When: 6:00PM, Tuesday, May 3, 2011 Where: The Vista Room at

Georgetown County: Resolution of the Constitution of the United States of America

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the South Carolina Republican Party supports the Constitution of the United States of America as the Law of the Land. The Constitution of the United States CANNOT be trumped by foreign laws,

An Important Message From Congressman Wilson on Extreme Liberal Elitism

At this point it is difficult to keep up with the number of times the Obama administration has trampled over our states’ rights. Perhaps the President and his appointees have not read the Constitution they have promised to uphold. This Constitution is what empowers the federal government. However, the Obama administration repeatedly disregards this and enforces their own belief that the federal government has a stranglehold on states. Out-of-control spending, the government takeover of our health care system, and foreign policies that have increased costs at the gas tank have killed any ability for an economic recovery. As if all

Oconee County: General Policy

This below resolution was passed at the Oconee county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas the good people of the Oconee County Republican Party desire for a return to a morally and fiscally sound nation, be it resolved that: Legislative Accountability – We support rules requiring that

NLRB Action Against Boeing Should End

It’s hard enough to grow businesses and create jobs in this economy, but Barack Obama and his allies at the National Labor Relations Board are pursuing a complaint against Boeing, which last year established its Dreamliner jet facility in North Charleston. It’s shocking that as forward-thinking states get their economy going again, the federal government is stepping in to stop it. What really happened was that in Washington State, the machinists’ union was doing a lot less work on planes and aircraft equipment, and a lot more complaining about Boeing. So, when the company went looking for a place to

Congratulations to SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd

Please join us in congratulating our Chairman, Karen Floyd, as she was honored today by receiving the Republican Woman of Achievement Award from the S.C. Women’s Leadership Council. The S.C. Women’s Leadership Council, made up of the eight female Republican members of the S.C. General Assembly, serves to support South Carolina’s future leaders by providing partial college scholarships. The Republican Woman of Achievement Award honors the significant contributions of their time and effort in support of good government to be presented each year to the female who best embodies the highest principles of leadership based on honor, graciousness and courage.

Convention Details

Convention Date: Saturday, May 7, 2011 Convention Location: Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Exhibit Hall (Lower Level) Registration Opens at 7:00AM Registration Fee: $18.00 ****DELEGATES AND ALTERNATES ONLY**** Convention Program begins at 9:00AM Parking (see map for locations): – Convention Center Parking Lot (Free, first-come, first-served) – Park Street Garage ($2 first hour, $1 each hour after, $10 maximum daily rate) SCGOP Offices up for election: SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly Stephen Brown Bill Connor SCGOP First Vice-Chairman: Lin Bennett SCGOP Second Vice-Chairman: Edward Cousar SCGOP Third Vice-Chairman: Adam Piper

Dorchester Resolution: Fair Tax Enactment

This below resolution was passed at the Dorchester county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Fair Tax Resolution WHEREAS, the framers of the Constitution prohibited taxation of income and the products of one’s labor, and that prohibition remained for the first 127 years of the existence of this

Dorchester Resolution: Strengthen Immigration

This below resolution was passed at the Dorchester county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Resolution to Strengthen Enforcement of Immigration Law in SC 1. Whereas the security, and the sovereignty of the United States of America is relentlessly and significantly compromised by the illegal entry of illegal aliens

Calhoun Resolution: Congressional Oversight of EPA

This below resolution was passed at the Calhoun county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! The Calhoun Country Republican Party holding the County Convention on Saturday, April 16th, 2011, introduced and passed the following resolution: Whereas we believe human individuals are more important than other creatures or inanimate

Aiken Resolution: Supporting Fair Tax

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas there is a large and growing body of economic evidence that conclusively demonstrates that taxing income reduces economic activity; and Whereas many citizens do not contribute to the tax revenues of the

Aiken Resolution: Supporting the Repeal of Obamacare

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas Obamacare imposes significant new Medicaid costs on states and constitutes a major federal usurpation of long-standing state authority in regulating private insurance; and Whereas, twenty-six State Attorneys General have filed suits to

Aiken Resolution: Voter Registration and Closed Primary

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the South Carolina Republican Party is made up of citizens of shared values of limited government, balanced budgets, lower taxes and free enterprise and those citizens wish to choose candidates who reflect

Aiken Resolution: Comprehensive Energy Policy

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the links between economic growth, prosperity, energy security and environmental objectives are unbreakable; and Whereas, the U. S. Department of Energy has concluded that worldwide energy supply from all sources will need

Aiken Resolution: Term Limits

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the nation’s founders strongly believed in rotation in office; and Whereas, the lack of term limits for elected public officials encourages them to take actions to retain the position rather than properly

Aiken Resolution: Supporting the South Carolina Republican Creed

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the South Carolina Republican Party Creed clearly states what it means to be a South Carolina Republican; and Whereas, the South Carolina Republican Party Creed is not in the South Carolina Republican

Aiken Resolution: Commending Senator Jim DeMint

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, U.S. Senator Jim DeMint has upheld conservative values in the U.S. Senate since he was elected in 2004; and Whereas, Senator DeMint has stood against “earmarks” on the federal level; and Whereas,

Pickens County: A Resolution to Change Republican Party Rules Regarding Party Registration

BE IT RESOLVED that the Pickens County Republican Party favors, recommends, and petitions a Republican Party Rules change and, if needed, a change in South Carolina Law to state, “The Republican Party shall require that only those who register as Republicans shall vote in a Republican primary, all candidates filing to run in Republican primaries shall be registered as Republicans, and all elections for offices in South Carolina shall be by party.”

Pickens County: Unbiased Instructional Materials in South Carolina Schools

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, instructional materials in United States History and the Constitution provided by the South Carolina Department of Education reflect a bias toward Democratic presidents, praising the Clinton administration while failing to even mention

Join Us for the 44th Annual Silver Elephant Banquet

The Annual Silver Elephant Banquet is a special occasion that we greatly anticipate each year. Traditionally, a single keynote speaker is featured at the event, who is chosen for his or her history of championing the core beliefs of our conservative movement. But why should we limit ourselves to one such person? In an election year that is sure to write the future of our country’s great story, it is important that we elect someone who thoroughly understands and protects its prologue – the divinely inspired constitution. In order to become educated on who best fits this important criteria, the

Pickens County: Concerning Concealed Weapon Permits

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! BE IT RESOLVED that the Pickens County Republican Party favors changing the law to allow Concealed Weapons Permit Holders to carry weapons anywhere.

Pickens County: Resolution to Repeal the Comprehensive Planning Act of 1994

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, the Enabling Act of 1994 had its beginnings with Agenda 21 Declaration produced by the United Nations, was then introduced at the federal level by Executive Order 12852 signed by President Clinton,

Pickens County: Resolution Modifying the SCGOP Convention Program

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, considering resolutions is a central function of any political convention, and WHEREAS, at the 2009 SCGOP convention, resolutions were not given due consideration because delegates were exhausted after several hours of pageantry and

Pickens Resolution: Real Republican Resolution

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, the Republican National Committee, the National Republican Congressional Committee and the National Republican Senatorial Committee have recently supported primary or special election candidates who professed allegiance to the Republican Party but who,

Pickens Resolution: Honoring Senator Jim DeMint

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, U.S. Senator Jim DeMint upheld the long standing Republican belief in economic competition and a free market by voting against the TARP bailout, and WHEREAS, Senator DeMint demonstrated his principled opposition to

We Have to Raise the Debt Ceiling Because Bush Lowered Taxes?

By John Cox I constantly hear the president blaming the Bush tax cuts (and everything else besides his own actions) for our current deficits today. Is there any truth to that? The media will have you believe that the Bush tax cuts were mostly for the wealthy and that because of them, the rich aren’t paying their fair share. That sounds plausible, doesn’t it? Let’s examine a few facts first. The Bush tax cuts were enacted in 2001 and 2003. Together they lowered the effective individual income tax rates for most taxpayers and were phased in over three years 2001, 2002

Richland County: Resolution on Energy Independence

Submitted By Oak Pointe Precinct, Richland County WHEREAS, the SC Republican Party believes the United States must achieve energy independence. BE IT RESOLVED that the SC Republican Party endorse an ‘all forms’ approach to energy independence that includes nuclear, coal, oil, wind, solar, and all new technologies that may become possible.

Richland County: Resolution on Organ Donation

Submitted By Oak Pointe Precinct, Richland County WHEREAS, over 4000 Americans die each year while waiting for a donated organ. BE IT RESOLVED that the SC Republican Party raise awareness of the need for, and support efforts to increase, organ donation registration.

Richland County: Resolution Supporting Governor Scott Walker of Wisconsin

Submitted By Brandon Precinct, Richland County WHEREAS, the SC Republican Party supports balanced budgets and elimination of deficits in Government. BE IT RESOLVED that the SC Republican Party send a letter of support to Governor Scott Walker for his efforts in these areas.

Richland County: Resolution on the SC Fair Tax Act

Submitted By Spring Valley West Precinct, Richland County WHEREAS, the framers of the Constitution prohibited taxation of income and the products of one’s labor, and that prohibition remained for the first 127 years of the existence of this country; and WHEREAS, there is a large and growing body of economic evidence that conclusively demonstrates that taxing income reduces economic activity below what it otherwise would have been; and WHEREAS, there are no credible economic analyses which conclude that taxing income increases economic growth; and WHEREAS, unemployment in SC in December 2010 was 10.7% versus a national average of 9.4% and

Agreement on Clean Voter ID Bill Reached

Dear Friends – Your voice was heard. Please call or email your state leaders and say THANK YOU tomorrow morning. Speaker Bobby Harrell – (803) 734-3125 bobbyharrell@schouse.gov Senate President Pro Tempore Glenn McConnell – (803) 212-6610 glennmcconnell@scsenate.gove Senator Chip Campsen – (803) 212-6016 chipcampsen@scsenate.gov Rep Jay Lucas – (803) 734-2701 jaylucas@schouse.gov Rep Jim Merrill – (803) 734-3072 jimmerrill@schouse.gov Rep Alan Clemmons – (803) 734-2994 alanclemmons@schouse.gov Sincerely, Karen Floyd Agreement on Clean Voter ID Bill Reached (Columbia, SC) – After last week’s vote, the House and Senate versions of the Voter ID bill (H. 3003) were sent to a joint House/Senate

Oconee Resolution: Fair Tax

This below resolution was passed at the Oconee county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the framers of the Constitution prohibited taxation of income and the products of one’s labor, and that prohibition remained for the first 127 years of the existence of this country.; and Whereas

Silver Elephant Dinner to feature 2012 Forum

SCGOP Silver Elephant Dinner to feature 2012 Republican candidate forum Columbia, SC – April 21, 2011 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today announced that this year’s 44th Annual Silver Elephant Banquet will feature a first-ever Presidential Forum consisting of a number of 2012 presidential candidates. Traditionally, the Silver Elephant has hosted a single keynote speaker. This year, a number of potential 2012 candidates are expected to attend, and each will be given an opportunity to lay out their vision for America before the SCGOP’s premiere annual gathering. “We are incredibly excited about our field of candidates who

Our Senate Majority Leader

I’m pleased to announce that Sen. Harvey Peeler of Gaffney was re-elected as senate majority leader on Wednesday afternoon, a tribute to his accomplishments while leading our Republican majority in the Senate. Since first being elected majority leader in 2005, Sen. Peeler has been at the front of passing common sense conservative legislation. We need a good leader for a great caucus, and he has been that for us. In the last election, he stepped up with a significant amount of help and money to the state party and to help make Nikki Haley our governor. During this session especially,

Lexington Resolution: United States Senate Accountability Act

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, the constitution for the United States of America, at Amendment Seventeen, specifies that the Untied States Senators are “elected by the People” (Clause 1). Said constitutions in Article V, further states that

Lexington Resolution: Recognizing the Achievements of Lexington County Sheriff James R. Metts

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas Sheriff James R. Metts is the longest serving Republican elected official in South Carolina with 39 years of service as Sheriff; and Whereas he was originally elected as the lone serving Republican

Lexington Resolution: Sound Money

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, the original States of our Union assembled in a convention during the summer of 1787 largely to create a single, stable, and sound system of money to protect and encourage commerce among

Lexington Resolution: Use of Paper Ballots

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! A Resolution Pertaining to Elections WHEREAS, the right of the people to vote is one of the most sacred and beneficial of all rights protected by our state and federal constitutions; and WHEREAS,

Lexington Resolution: The South Carolina Fair Tax Act

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas there is a large and growing body of economic evidence that conclusively demonstrates that taxing income reduces economic activity; and Whereas taxpayers are burdened with compliance regulations and filing South Carolina and

Lexington Resolution: Birthright Citizenship

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the Republican Party of Lexington County, believes that the Constitution is the bedrock of our legal system and the blueprint of our form of government. Whereas, the Republican Party of Lexington County

Lexington Resolution: Audit of the Federal Reserve

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the Republican Party of Lexington County, believes that fiscal responsibility is essential to uphold the basic principles establishes in the constitution of the United States and is necessary to protect individual freedom

Lexington Resolution: Nuclear Safety

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the recent tragedy and threat of radiation in Japan has been raised to equal that of Chernobyl (1986), and with my experience in hearing evidence of Chernobyl, form my Russian student, in

Lexington Resolution: Title Loans

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! A Resolution Concerning “Title Loans” Whereas it has been reported that at least twenty percent of military personnel live at or below the national poverty level; and Whereas it has been reported that

Charleston Resolution: Honoring Governor Haley

This below resolution was passed at the Charleston county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, Governor Nikki Haley has been elected as South Carolina’s first female Governor in 2010; and WHEREAS, Governor Haley is a consistent supporter of Republican Ideals to include limited government, lower taxes, personal

Charleston Resolution: State’s Rights

This below resolution was passed at the Charleston county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! RESOLUTION TO AFFIRM THE RIGHTS OF ALL STATES INCLUDING SOUTH CAROLINA BASED ON THE PROVISIONS OF THE NINTH AND TENTH AMENDMENTS TO THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION. Whereas, the South Carolina General Assembly declares

Charleston Resolution: SC Fair Tax

This below resolution was passed at the Charleston county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, the framers of the Constitution prohibited taxation of income and the products of one’s labor, and that prohibition remained for the first 127 years of the existence of this country.; and WHEREAS

Charleston Resolution: Voter ID

This below resolution was passed at the Charleston county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas the Charleston County Republican Party joins the SC GOP State Executive Committee on its Resolution, passed last year, that holds the security and counting of every voting citizen’s ballot as essential to

Spartangburg Resolution: Single Issue Legislation

This below resolution was passed at the Spartanburg county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, members of Congress have been confronted by legislation consisting of hundreds, or even thousands of pages of text, and have been asked to vote upon said legislation without time to review and

Spartanburg Convention: Official Membership List

This below resolution was passed at the Spartanburg county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, the Republican Party of Spartanburg County collects contact information such as email address, mailing address, and phone numbers of its members, BE IT RESOLVED that all private contact information of Spartanburg GOP

Spartanburg Resolution: Honoring Men and Women in Our Armed Forces

This below resolution was passed at the Spartanburg county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! In Honor of our Men & Women Who Sacrifice and Fight for our Freedom We are living in difficult times. At no time in our lives has this country been engaged in three

Spartanburg Resolution: Constitutional Adherence

This below resolution was passed at the Spartanburg county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, the Tenth Amendment states that the federal government has not power other than that delegated to it by the states via the Constitution; and WHEREAS, the U.S. Congress is the law-making branch

Spartanburg Resolution: Regarding Elections

This below resolution was passed at the Spartanburg county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! State Constitution is not a “living document” in its ability to be altered, or to have the definition of words contained within it altered, so as to adversely impact the public without the

Spartanburg Resolution: Common Sense for these Economic Times

This below resolution was passed at the Spartanburg county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! The Spartanburg County Republican Party acknowledges that to be fiscally responsible during the current budget shortfall, and while maintaining current contractual obligations, Congress must not raise the tax rate on any level, but

Spartanburg Resolution: Roger Milliken

This below resolution was passed at the Spartanburg county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! as submitted by his precinct, Trinity Methodist: The Trinity Methodist Precinct offers this memorial resolution in honor of the late Roger Milliken. We hereby commemorate the life, contribution, and legacy of our faithful

Florence Resolution: SC Voter ID

This below resolution was passed at the Florence county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas Republicans believe that a person’s right to vote is one of the most valuable liberties that American’s have; and Whereas Republicans believe in fair and honest elections; and Whereas Republicans believe that

Florence Resolution: Fair Tax

This below resolution was passed at the Florence county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the framers of the Constitution prohibited taxation of income and the products of one’s labor, and that prohibition remained for the first 127 years of the existence of this country.; and Whereas

Florence Resolution: Hugh K. Leatherman, Sr.

This below resolution was passed at the Florence county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas Senator Hugh K. Leatherman, Sr. was elected and has served the people of District 31 since 1981; and Whereas since his election Senator Leatherman has supported needed election reforms, economic development, spending

Florence Resolution: Lieutenant Governor James Kenneth Ard

This below resolution was passed at the Florence county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas Lieutenant Governor James Kenneth Ard, a resident of Florence County and member of the Florence County Republican Party, was elected to the office of South Carolina Lieutenant Governor on November 2, 2010;

Florence Resolution: Representative Kris Crawford

This below resolution was passed at the Florence county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas on November 2, 2010, Representative Kristopher Crawford was re-elected by an overwhelming margin to serve the people of district 63 for a third term; and Whereas since his election Representative Crawford has

Florence Resolution: Representative Phillip Lowe

This below resolution was passed at the Florence county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas on November 2, 2010, Representative Phillip Lowe was re-elected by an overwhelming margin to serve the people of district 60 for a third term; and Whereas since his election Representative Lowe has

Florence Resolution: School District Consolidation

This below resolution was passed at the Florence county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas Republicans believe the proper function of government is to do for the people only those things that must be done or that cannot be done as well by individuals; and Whereas we

Thank GOP senators who stood for clean voter ID bill

We have spent decades building our Republican Party so that we can put an entire grassroots organization behind our candidates. When elected, we do not expect our Republican officials to agree with us on every single issue, but we do expect them to listen to our voice. For years you have spoke loudly, cohesively and without hesitation on voter ID legislation. Over the past week you made your voice heard and asked that Republican senators concur with the clean House version instead of siding with Senate Democrats. Yesterday, 15 of your 26 Republican senators stood with you. They heard you

Governor Haley Signs Roll Call Voting Legislation Into Law

Governor Nikki Haley was joined by grassroots activists from across South Carolina and legislators at a historic ceremony during which she signed H 3004 the Spending Accountability Act of 2011 into law. In doing so, Gov. Haley ensured that the people of South Carolina will know how their legislators are spending their tax dollars by putting legislative votes on the record.

AG says only House version of Voter ID is constitutional

Tuesday, an opinion was released from the state Attorney General’s Office that established the opinion of the state that the Senate version of the voter ID bill isn’t constitutional. However, the opinion did say the House version of the legislation is constitutional. This leads us to reiterate the importance of the Senate concurring with the House language and sending it on to Gov. Nikki Haley to be signed into law. Earlier this year, Rep. Alan Clemmons inquired about the constitutional legitimacy of the voter ID bill and a particular “grandfather provision” that allows everyone born before Jan. 2, 1947 to

Karl Rove Event at Furman University

Karl Rove served as Senior Advisor to President George W. Bush from 2000–2007 and Deputy Chief of Staff from 2004–2007. At the White House he oversaw the Offices of Strategic Initiatives, Political Affairs, Public Liaison, and Intergovernmental Affairs and was Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy, coordinating the White House policy-making process. Now Karl Rove will make his début at Furman University with the College Republicans on April 18, 2011. Mr. Rove will be speaking in McAlister Auditorium (3300 Poinsett Hwy Greenville, SC 29613) from 7:00pm- 8:00pm. We are excited to open this event to the public with a mandatory

Party resolutions up for debate

Now that our county conventions are underway, resolutions passed in those conventions are up for consideration by the S.C. Republican Party Resolutions Committee. If the resolutions committee passes them, they will be up for voting by the state delegates. However, before the resolutions committee votes, it would like to hear your opinion. We will be posting resolutions as they arrive from the county parties, which can be viewed by clicking here. Please use the comments section of the blog to give us your opinion. In order to honor the constructive intent of this process, we ask that you follow two

Abbeville County: A Resolution Affirming South Carolina’s State Sovereignty

This below resolution was passed at the Abbeville county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the Tenth Amendment to the United States Constitution provides that “powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States

Abbeville County: A Resolution Calling for an Audit of the Federal Reserve

This below resolution was passed at the Abbeville county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the Federal Reserve refuses to give a public accounting of the TRILLIONS in recent taxpayer-backed loans and fiat money pumped into the banking system; and Whereas, Congress has the responsibility to force

Abbeville County: Sound Money Resolution

This below resolution was passed at the Abbeville county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, the original States of our Union assembled in a Convention during the summer of 1787 largely to create a single, stable, and sound system of money to protect and encourage commerce among

Abbeville County: A Resolution Calling for Withdrawal From the United Nations

This below resolution was passed at the Abbeville county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, the United States of America became an independent, sovereign nation for reasons expressed in the Declaration of Independence and as the result of a bloody War of Independence; and Whereas, the Constitution

Abbeville County: A Resolution Regarding Elections

This below resolution was passed at the Abbeville county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, the right of the people to vote is one of the most sacred and beneficial of all rights protected by our state and federal constitutions; and WHEREAS, the confidence of the public

Abbeville County: Constitutional Adherence by Candidates and Elected Officials

This below resolution was passed at the Beaufort county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas: It is our belief that the Constitution of the United States of American and its amendments, and by extension the Constitutions of the States, are the most important documents in government. It

Beaufort County Resolution Regarding Selection of Candidates

This below resolution was passed at the Beaufort county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas: Beaufort County Republican Party Precinct St. Helena 1-C holding the precinct reorganization meeting on March 1, 2011, and Whereas: The State of South Carolina does not have registration by party and there

Beaufort County Resolution Regarding the 1st Amendment to the Constitution

This below resolution was passed at the Beaufort county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas, The 1st Amendment to the Constitution states: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or the press;

Beaufort County Resolution Regarding the Deficit

This below resolution was passed at the Beaufort county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, Beaufort county Republican Party Precinct Hilton Head 6A, holding its Precinct Reorganization Meeting on Monday, February 28, 2011, and WHEREAS, our Precinct realizes that our country has a tremendous deficit that affects

Beaufort County Resolution Regarding the System of Laws

This below resolution was passed at the Beaufort county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, Beaufort county Republican Party Hilton Head Precinct 16-A, holding the precinct reorganization meeting on Monday, February 28, 2011, and WHEREAS, our precinct recognizes a possible and foreseeable threat to our system of

Beaufort County Resolution Regarding Term Limits

This below resolution was passed at the Beaufort county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS, Beaufort county Republican Party Hilton Head Precinct 6A, holding its Precinct Reorganization Meeting on Monday, February 28, 2011, and WHEREAS, our Precinct recognizes that it is a primary duty of every Citizen

Beaufort County Resolution Regarding Trailer Laws

This below resolution was passed at the Beaufort county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! WHEREAS: Beaufort County Republican Party Precinct St. Helena Island 1-C holding the precinct reorganization meeting on March 1, 2001, and WHEREAS: South Carolina law does not require trailer lights and licensing on all

Beaufort County Resolution Regarding Redistricting

This below resolution was passed at the Beaufort county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it, the resolution will be up for a vote at the state convention. However, before the resolutions committee votes, they want to know your opinion. Please use the comments section below to give us your opinion, and please use your real name. Thank you! Whereas: Beaufort County Republican Party Precinct St. Helena Island 1-C holding the precinct reorganization meeting on March 1, 2001, and Whereas: Beaufort County South Carolina has traditionally been and is currently represented by

A Message from Darlington County Chairman Jay Lucas

Dear Fellow Conservatives, Your vote at the ballot box is the ultimate empowerment of your 1st Amendment Right to Free Speech. Your vote is sacred and must be defended. Every voter and every citizen deserves to be protected from an infringement of that right and from instances of fraud compromising the integrity of your ballot in elections. That’s why House Republicans strongly support a protective measure requiring a photo identification to vote in Elections. This week, the House took a critical step in ushering that Voter ID bill into law. Last session, the Voter ID bill passed both the House

First GOP debate expected to draw wide range of candidates

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today announced at least five candidates are expected to participate in the SCGOP – Fox News First in the South Presidential Primary Debate, taking place on May 5 in Greenville, South Carolina. Currently expected to participate, in alphabetical order, are: Newt Gingrich, former Speaker of the U.S. House Ron Paul, U.S. Representative from Texas Tim Pawlenty, former governor of Minnesota Buddy Roemer, former governor of Louisiana Rick Santorum, former U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania “We are thrilled by the overwhelming interest we have seen so far in this debate,” Floyd said. “The road to

Action Alert – We need your help on the Voter ID Bill!

Starting today, South Carolina Republicans need to make their voices heard on the Voter ID bill, as our best window for passing the bill has begun! Both the House and the Senate have passed versions of the bill already this year, and Republican leaders in both chambers deserve great credit for making this important reform a top priority. Some differences exist in the bills, and the Party has been on record as preferring the House version. On Wednesday, the House sent its version of the bill – a pure Voter ID bill with no add-ons – back to the Senate

SCGOP Chairman Floyd responds to latest statement from Florida leaders on primary date

FLOYD: BREAKING THE RULES LESS IS STILL BREAKING THE RULES Columbia, SC – Friday, April 1, 2011 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement after Florida Republican leaders offered a “compromise” of moving their primary date to late February – a timeframe still in violation of RNC primary calendar rules: “One should not get credit for breaking the rules of our Party ‘less,’” Floyd said in reference to the letter she sent to the RNC yesterday. “The RNC rules are crystal clear – no state outside of the four carve-out states are allowed to

Letter to RNC regarding Florida

Fellow Republican National Committee Members: Taking back the White House in 2012 must be our top priority as Republicans, and as such it is critical that our presidential nominating process must serve to put forward the candidate best able to accomplish that task. It was with great foresight that in 2008 the Republican National Committee conceived the Temporary Delegate Selection Committee, which subsequently worked for nearly two years to put forward a fair and equitable recommendation with regard to states’ roles in the 2012 nominating process. That recommendation was adopted last year by our membership – and, not insignificantly, adopted

Transparency Act on Brink of Becoming Law

House moves Roll Call Voting Bill toward legislative finish line (Columbia, SC) – Today, the SC House of Representatives voted to accept the Senate’s amendments to the House bill (H. 3004 Roll Call Voting) that delivers increased transparency and government accountability by making mandatory Roll Call Voting in both legislative bodies a state law. Today’s action by the House moves this issue closer to becoming law than it has ever been in the past. This progress adds to the House’s strong record of supporting Roll Call Voting – adopting the transparency measure first as a House Rule in 2009, and

S.C. needs real tort reform

Today, I am calling on all Republicans to support a new tort reform bill, the South Carolina Fairness in Civil Justice Act, strong legislation that the House has passed and awaits action in the Senate. In doing that, the General Assembly and Gov. Nikki Haley will go a long way in making our state more business friendly and kick-start our economic recovery. With the passage of a medical tort reform law in 2005, we began down the path of eliminating frivolous lawsuits from our state’s court system and took a bite out of skyrocketing malpractice insurance rates that were forcing

McCall elected to RNC committee

We would like to send out a hearty congratulations to Republican National Committeeman and York County Republican Party Chairman Glenn McCall, who was elected on Thursday to the RNC Resolutions Committee for the Southern Region. Glenn has been at the forefront of building our conservative majority in South Carolina and his expertise that we’ve known about for some time is also getting recognized on the national stage. In announcing the election, RNC chairman Reince Priebus said, “Having served as a member of the Rules Committee, Glenn’s understanding of the nuts and bolts of RNC will be essential as we continue

“Making School Choice a Reality” with Senator Jim DeMint

Check out this great video about school choice featuring Senator Jim DeMint!

The 44th Annual Silver Elephant Banquet

The South Carolina Republican Party cordially invites you to attend the 44th Annual Silver Elephant Banquet. This special event will take place Friday, May 6 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm. It will be hosted at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center at 1101 Lincoln Street.

Tickets for this banquet sell out fast each year, so be sure to RSVP early by purchasing your tickets below. Hope to see you there!

Get involved in precinct reorganization

Every week, I receive inquiries from concerned South Carolina conservatives who always ask, “What can I do to help? How can I get involved in the Republican Party?” Well, I now have a clear answer for you: get involved in precinct reorganization . This is how you become involved in the Republican Party. Precinct reorganization meetings will be held throughout the month of March and county conventions will be held throughout the month of April. These meetings are an essential component to establishing a firm foothold in our state. Here is what I ask of you: Click here to view

Gov. Haley Announces Elimination of Dept. of Corrections Projected Deficit

Gov. Nikki Haley and Corrections Director Bill Byars announced yesterday that the over $7 million deficit for the Department of Corrections was eliminated through cost-saving measures, such as additional furlough days for employees and one-time reductions involving workers’ compensation and medical coverage.

Gov. Nikki Haley on Hannity discusses ObamaCare

Gov. Nikki Haley was on Fox News last night to talk with Sean Hannity about ObamaCare, or rather “universal nightmare.”

Congressman Mulvaney Questions Federal Reserve Chairman Bernanke

Sen. Glenn McConnell: Passing an Arizona style immigration law

Sign the Illegal Immigration Petition

Please support the South Carolina Citizenship Defense Act (S.111), which I introduced earlier this year. This Arizona-style illegal immigration bill is designed to further strengthen the immigration reforms enacted in 2008. By joining this effort you are voicing your concerns about the negative impact illegal immigration is having on local and state resources. Make your voice known in Columbia, as this important matter is being discussed in the South Carolina Senate. Please sign our petition if you agree with the following statement: “I want to remove any incentive illegal aliens have for coming to South Carolina by supporting the enactment

Rep. Nathan Ballentine Gives Us an Update From the Statehouse

Senator Graham on 2012: Obama is Beatable

CNN’s John King spoke with Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) about the crisis in Egypt, federal spending, immigration and much more. This interview will air tonight on John King, USA – 7pm ET. A full transcript is below the jump. MANDATORY CREDIT: JOHN KING, USA FULL TRANSCRIPT JOHN KING, HOST, “JOHN KING USA”: Senator Graham, I wanted to get your sense of how you think the president is handling this crisis with Egypt. And in doing so, I want to ask you to help me break a tie. I want you to listen here to the 2008 Republican ticket, Senator John

Senator Graham Answers Question About Nuclear Industry

Video Commemorating President Ronald Reagan

Bill filed to help DHHS make cuts

A state Senator has filed a bill giving a state health care agency more flexibility to cut its budget and close a $228 million budget deficit. Senate Majority Leader Harvey Peeler, R-Cherokee, filed a bill suspending budget rules that restrict cuts the Department of Health and Human Services may approve. Peeler’s bill would allow the agency to reduce payments to doctors and hospitals; require use of generic cancer, HIV/AIDS and mental health drugs; reduce chiropractic treatment and reduce fees to dispense prescriptions. The changes would save at least $11.5 million. DHHS has long asked lawmakers for the ability to cut

SCGOP Chairman Issues Statement on House Voter ID Bill

Columbia, SC – January 26 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on the state House’s passage of the Voter ID bill: “This commonsense reform will go a long way toward ensuring that South Carolina’s voting process is both secure and accessible,” Floyd said. “In this technological day and age there is simply no logical reason to not add this additional safeguard to our voting process. Secure elections are a fundamental precept of democracy, and I thank Speaker Harrell, Majority Leader Bingham, and bill sponsor Rep. Alan Clemmons for their work on this bill.

House Again Passes Voter ID

(Columbia, SC) – Today, by a vote of 74 to 45, the South Carolina House of Representatives again passed a bill (H. 3003) that will help prevent fraud and secure our state’s election process by incorporating the use of picture identification in voting. Modeled after Voter ID plans passed by other states and upheld as constitutional by our nation’s highest court, this bill employs technology used by people every day to secure our elections all while keeping voting simple, safe and easy for every citizen. House Speaker Bobby Harrell, “The heart of democracy is the right to vote. If

SC legislators approve voter ID requirements

COLUMBIA — South Carolina House Republicans on Wednesday pushed through a measure requiring voters to show photo identification at the polls, as Democrats blasted them for spending money on what they called voter suppression while the state faces a deficit. Currently, voters can show their voter registration cards, which lack pictures, or driver’s licenses. Under the measure, they must show either driver’s licenses, photo IDs issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles, passports, military IDs, or new voter registration cards that include photos. The House voted 74-45 to advance the bill. No Democrat voted in favor. The measure

Speaker Harrell stands up to federal government

The following is an oped placed in statewide papers from Speaker Bobby Harrell: A new state constitutional amendment – approved by 86% of South Carolinians this past November – that guarantees workers their right to a secret ballot in union organization elections has recently drawn the threat of a lawsuit by the federal government. Referred to as the “Card Check” amendment, the law’s purpose is to prevent coercion and intimidation – by unions or employers – from influencing labor elections. It also reaffirmed our commitment to remain a Right-to-Work state, and therefore more competitive. South Carolina, along with Arizona, South

Reactions of the SC Delegation to the State of the Union Address

“Tonight’s speech should have been called a State of the Stimulus, and the president should have admitted that it failed. Two years after the president’s nearly trillion dollar government stimulus, unemployment has increased and remains high, families and businesses are still struggling, and our national debt continues to skyrocket. “When the president says ‘investment’ he means bigger federal government and higher taxes. Americans sent a clear message in the 2010 elections. They no longer wish to ‘invest’ in President Obama’s big-spending plans…. “Our nation is still the best and most exceptional on Earth. But America’s greatness is in our freedom

Ryan says spending cuts priority for nation

WASHINGTON — The nation faces a crushing burden of debt and is on course for an economic disaster without dramatic action to wrestle the budget deficit under control, House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan said Tuesday in the Republican response to President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address. “Our nation is approaching a tipping point. We are at a moment, where if government’s growth is left unchecked and unchallenged, America’s best century will be considered our past century,” Ryan said in televised remarks. “The days of business as usual must come to an end. We hold to a couple

Mississippi governor to meet with Upstate GOP leaders

Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour, a possible 2012 presidential contender, is holding private meetings with Republican activists and donors in Greenville and Spartanburg today — traditionally, part of the process of considering a run for the nation’s top office. “He’s just coming through town to meet with a few people to test the waters, like a lot of other people are preparing to do,” said Barry Wynn, a former state Republican Party chairman. “It’s very preliminary. He knows a lot of folks, and I think he’s trying to touch base with the people he knows and meet some new people. It’s

Zais: SC school test scores should be wake-up call

COLUMBIA — South Carolina schools chief Mick Zais says the results of a national science test show students’ performance must improve if they hope to compete for science and technology careers. Scores released Tuesday from the 2009 National Assessment of Educational Progress show that 33 percent of South Carolina’s fourth-graders and 23 percent of eighth graders were proficient in science. Just 1 percent in both grades received advanced scores. The fourth-grade scores mirrored the national average, while eighth graders fell slightly below the national average. The NAEP tests are the only ones taken nationwide, allowing for state-by-state comparisons. The science

Rep. Mulvaney addresses State of the Union on C-SPAN

Mulvaney defends health repeal

FORT MILL TOWNSHIP — Freshman Congressman Mick Mulvaney (R-Indian Land) was one of the first Republicans to speak in support of the bill officially called “Repealing the Job Killing health care law Act” on the House floor last week. Mulvaney, along with 244 others in the House, voted to repeal the health care act last week, with 189 House members voting against the repeal. Repealing the health care act was a key issue for Mulvaney on the campaign trail last fall. The bill is expected to die in the Senate, which still has a Democratic majority, albeit a smaller one

Congressman Jeff Duncan on School Choice – C-SPAN

Sen. Glenn McConnell discusses the B&CB’s raiding of trust funds

Governor Nikki Haley’s “State of the State” Speech

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Update – Session Week in Review

Dear Friends, It’s been a busy week in the State House and I wanted to quickly brief you on some key items. Feds to sue SC on behalf of Union Bosses Over the weekend, we received word from our State Attorney General Alan Wilson that the federal government plans to file suit against the “Card Check” State Constitutional Amendment that passed overwhelmingly in November, receiving the support of 86% of South Carolinians. Remember, the “Card Check” State Constitutional Amendment granted workers the right to a secret ballot in union elections and received wide support from both political parties and our

SCGOP Chairman responds to attacks on Senator Graham

Columbia, SC – January 22, 2011 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today released the following statement in response to an out-of-state liberal advocacy group’s new attack ad targeting Sen. Lindsey Graham: “As a conservative, you know you’re on the right track when liberal special-interest groups in Washington attack you. Senator Graham is right to look at all options and to propose bold solutions to the tough problems facing our nation,” Floyd said. “Thanks to President Obama and the waning Democratic regime, spending is out of control and our national debt is nearly $14 trillion. The American people

Karen on the Road: Back to Work

Karen on the Road: “State of the State” Address

A Message from Congressman Joe Wilson

Today We Repealed Obamacare When it was unpopular to speak out against the President, together, we stood by our principles and opposed Obamacare. In 2010, millions of Americans opposed the passage of the government takeover of healthcare. Big-government liberal forces didn’t listen. Instead, Nancy Pelosi and her liberal friends passed this massive government spending program and forced a government mandated healthcare system upon us. Today, I stood against President Obama’s liberal agenda by casting a vote to repeal Obamacare. Please take a moment to watch this video that I recorded before casting my vote to repeal Obamacare. This past November,

USC College Republicans Responds to Gov. Haley’s State of the State Address

USC College Republicans Chairman Sean Bertran reacts to Gov. Haley’s State of the State.

The Timeless Values of Dr. King

As we take time to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we are all reminded about the value of hard work and strong convictions. This tremendously brave human being articulated the challenges and difficulties that face humanity, and never ceased his tireless efforts in pursuit of his goal: equality. Being the great orator that Dr. King was, many people today have memorized famous quotes of his that help shape their outlook in life and provide them with daily strength. Here is one quote in particular that I have always found to be profoundly inspiring: “We are now

SC Card Check Sponsors Comment On Federal Lawsuit

Bedingfield and Peeler thank SC Attorney General for Defending South Carolina Voters Columbia, SC – January 15, 2011 – Proving again that they’re completely out-of-touch with America’s voting population, the federal government yesterday announced its intention to sue South Carolina for passing a constitutional amendment defending voters’ right to a secret ballot in union elections. The National Labor Relations Board claims that the South Carolina “card check” amendment is in violation of the federal National Labor Relations Act. The amendment overwhelmingly passed on the November general election ballot. Today State Representative Eric Bedingfield and Senate Majority Leader Harvey Peeler, chief

Back to Columbia for 2011

Back to Columbia for 2011 from Shane Massey on Vimeo.

SCGOP Secures Important GOP Conference

Today is another proud day for South Carolina! I was very pleased to learn this morning at the Republican National Committee meeting that Charleston, S.C. will be the location for the 2012 Southern Republican Leadership Conference (SLRC), which will take place in January or February. Held every two years, the SRLC is considered the most important Republican event outside of the Republican National Convention. Thousands of delegates from 14 southern states enjoy trainings, briefings, receptions and speeches with Republican activists, donors and prominent leaders. The 2010 SRLC featured such Republican leaders as Sarah Palin, Tim Pawlenty, Newt Gingrich, Bobby Jindal

Roll Call Voting Bill Passes House

Transparency issue fast-tracked for first week passage (Columbia, SC) – A Bill (H. 3004) to deliver increased transparency and government accountability by making Roll Call Voting in both legislative bodies a state law unanimously passed the South Carolina House of Representatives today by a vote of 104-0. House Speaker Bobby Harrell said, “Making sure South Carolinians know exactly how their lawmakers voted on important issues is a crucial step in making our state government more accountable to the people. Passing Roll Call Voting as a state law will help instill the trust our citizens should have in their state government.”

Video of Senator Martin: Roll Call

A Special Day for South Carolina

Thank You to Our Congressmen

Say thank you to our congressmen for voting to repeal Obamacare! Just fill out the form below to send your support.

Karen Floyd at the Swearing-In Ceremony in Spartanburg

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd recently attended the swearing-in of the Spartanburg County Probate Judge and County Council. She also took time to chat with LaDonna and Robert Ryggs.

Our New Focus

At the dawn of this new year, we stand before an amazing opportunity to grow our state’s economy and re-energize our party. Our focus now falls on winning the presidential election in 2012 and building the infrastructure we need here in South Carolina to achieve our conservative goals. Click the image below to play my video message! I am asking each and every one of you to please reengage in our conservative movement by volunteering your time or financial resources. Our state desperately needs the commitment of eager individuals with strong ideals.We can achieve all of our ambitious goals this

Karen on the Road in Spartanburg

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd chats with former Spartanburg County GOP Chairman Rosemary Byerly about Governor Mark Sandford’s visit.

Wilson Remembers Milliken

(Columbia, SC) – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement in regards to the passing of South Carolina textile icon Roger Milliken: “Roger Milliken will be remembered as a visionary for the textile industry with his innovations. However, he was also a courageous and ardent supporter of the two party system in South Carolina. His early financial support was instrumental in establishing the state’s Republican Party. Roger was a forward thinker in promoting limited government and conservative principles. In addition, his extraordinary success helped create opportunities for the people of South Carolina. My thoughts and prayers are with the

2011: New Challenges and Opportunities

As 2010 fades in our rear view mirror, we are now focusing ahead on the exciting road of opportunities stretched out before us. There are sure to be roadblocks to navigate through and hurdles to leap over, but we are stern in our resolve to reach the destination and restore this great nation. However, we need your help to get there. In order to achieve our goals, we must stay vigilant in our fight to protect our civil liberties and heal our struggling economy. Political pundits and so-called “experts” would have you believe that the solutions to these issues are

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd statement on Milliken passing

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on the death of Roger Milliken: “Words cannot describe South Carolina’s loss today, because there will never be another South Carolinian whose contributions to this state have been so impactful over so many decades,” Floyd said. “Mr. Milliken was a business leader, whose contribution to our state’s economic engine touched more South Carolinians’ lives during his time on this earth than any other has, and perhaps any other will. Mr. Milliken was a leader, not afraid to forge his own path. His support of the Republican Party –

Resolve To Build Our Party in 2011

Over the campaign season, we all strived to create conservative change in our state by winning elections. We knew that the only hope for our economy and individual liberties was to elect true conservative reformers that would challenge the role of government. Now that we accomplished that goal, it’s on to Stage 2. Rather than becoming lax and heading to the break room, we are simply redirecting our energy from the conference room table to the assembly line floor. We are making a resolution to aggressively build our party in 2011. The first project on the docket is redistricting. This

Karen on the Road: Meet Eric Bikas

Karen Wishes You A Merry Christmas

Wilson Welcomes New Congressional Seat to South Carolina

(Washington, DC) – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) today released the following statement after the U.S. Census Bureau announced congressional apportionment totals confirming South Carolina’s population growth and gain in Congressional representation: “After listening to the announcement this morning, South Carolina will receive an additional seat in Congress. “After 80 years, it appears the state will regain its seventh Member. I am looking forward to having this Congressional seat added to our delegation. The people of South Carolina will now be able to have another advocate on their behalf in Washington. “Growing our representation on Capitol Hill is a key factor

Merry Christmas from the Wilson Family

Speaker Harrell Comments about Today’s Census Release

(Columbia, SC) – House Speaker Bobby Harrell issued the following statement about the release of today’s Census information that will result in South Carolina gaining an additional Congressional seat: “Today’s Census release shows that South Carolina’s population is growing. Our state’s natural beauty, positive business climate and status as a right-to-work state have attracted more and more people to locate here over the last decade. Gaining a 7th Congressional Seat will give South Carolina’s Delegation a stronger voice in fighting against unfunded federal mandates and overreaching federal programs in Washington.”

Karen on the Road- Spartanburg Bronze Elephant

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd recently attended the Spartanburg Bronze Elephant reception with Executive Committeeman Glenn McCall and Phillip Bowers.

SCGOP Announces First in the South Republican Presidential Debate

SCGOP Announces First in the South Republican Presidential Debate from SCGOP on Vimeo.

Graham Discusses Omnibus on Greta Van Susteren

Governor-elect Nikki Haley announces senior staff

Still first in the South

South Carolina has a long and proud tradition of playing a major role in determining the next president of the United States. Every four years, our state becomes a staging ground for presidential hopefuls who all wish to become the next leader of the free world. The 2012 presidential race will be no different, as plans are already underway to launch campaign activities in South Carolina. On May 5th of next year, Fox News will be televising the First in the South 2012 Republican Presidential debate live from Greenville’s Peace Center. Candidates will spar over the issues in what is

Karen on the Road

Recently, SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd was able to attend the Charleston County GOP Christmas Party. She spoke with some great and interesting people, such as Charleston County GOP Chairman Lin Bennett. Karen also recently attended the Myrtle Beach GOP Women’s Luncheon. While there, she had the chance to speak with the President of the South Carolina Federation of Republican Women, Betty Poe.

Senator Graham Sends Holiday Greeting to the Troops

Senator Lindsey Graham wishes a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of our men and women serving overseas in the military.

DeMint Wishes Troops a Merry Christmas

Sen. Jim DeMint (R-S.C.) records a message to be broadcast overseas for American military members away from their loved ones this Christmas season.

Representative Cathy Harvin Will be Missed

Over the weekend, the South Carolina General Assembly lost one of its warmest and most highly respected members, Representative Cathy Harvin, who passed away this last Saturday from complications due to breast cancer. On both sides of the aisle, Rep. Harvin, D-Clarendon, was known among her colleagues as being spirited, loving and excessively kind. In early 2006, she won the seat her late husband, Alex Harvin, had held for nearly 30 years until he died. She took up where he left off and fervently worked to build and pass legislation that she believed would help the people of South Carolina.

Karen on the Road: Liberty Fellowship Summit

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd recently attended the Liberty Fellowship Summit, which featured leaders from all over the world.

Bill aims to stop tax ‘witch hunt’

Top state lawmakers took the first step toward fixing what some business owners are calling a witch hunt -- one that's led by South Carolina's tax collectors. Senate President Pro Tem Glenn McConnell, R-Charleston, prefiled the Taxpayer Fairness Act of 2011 that would issue a formal wrist slap to the S.C. Department of Revenue, which he said began charging certain taxes to businesses that state lawmakers never intended them to collect. The bill, he said, is meant to address what he called an "attitude problem" within the department. It also instructs state auditors who aren't sure whether a tax applies to a certain business to rule in favor of the business or consult the General Assembly. "There shouldn't be this much room for interpretation," McConnell said. "To me, it's the essence of taxation without representation." The proposed bill was triggered by a range of business owners -- photographers, medical equipment repair workers, screen-printing companies -- who complained that they were hit with giant bills for back taxes on services they thought were tax-free. Revenue Department spokeswoman Adrienne Fairwell indicated that the agency would be open to legislative feedback. "We're an administrative agency, and it's always our goal to carry out the intent of the General Assembly," she said. Sen. Ronnie Cromer, R-Prosperity, also sponsored the measure, which was filed Wednesday on the first day that state Senators could issue bills before the legislative session begins Jan. 11. Business owners always complain about taxes, but McConnell said that complaints about the Revenue Department began to trickle in at a noticeable rate about a year ago. Accountants complained about mixed messages from department officials, and some business owners said that auditors punished them for the way they charged taxes even after they asked the agency for guidance. Charleston advertising and screen-printing business owner Alison Standard said she routinely has checked in with department officials throughout her company's 13-year history. But earlier this year, auditors told her she hadn't been charging taxes on shipping and fees for re-setting her printing machine. Officials said she owed $6,000, an amount she said she can't afford to pay. "Because of the environment, I don't have any kind of money like that in the bank," said Standard, who said she was treated unfairly by department officials. "They're trying to intimidate businesses, and it's not good for the state." State lawmakers took on the issue in October after The Post and Courier published a story about a North Charleston plant-watering business that was hit with a big back-tax bill for its services, which are thought to be tax-free. Department auditors cited a little-known provision that state lawmakers passed to tax extended-warranty contracts on big items such as refrigerators and lawn mowers. "It didn't have anything to do with pouring water on plants," said McConnell, who said he plans to file another bill during the session that would clarify that provision's wording. A week after the story was published, revenue officials said they would stop auditing businesses that were affected by the service contract wording until they got better direction from state lawmakers. Sen. Larry Grooms, R-Bonneau, said he intends to help push through Wednesday's prefiled legislation, but he said it's unclear how deeply the Revenue Department needs reform. The agency, which is a part of the governor's Cabinet, could see its top leadership change once Gov.-elect Nikki Haley takes office in January, he said. Director Ray Stevens, a former state administrative law court judge, has held his position for four years. "I believe the governor would be on board with a taxpayer-friendly director," Grooms said. "(Stevens is) pushing the agency as far as he possibly can, but when you follow the exact letter of the law, you don't implement it in the spirit it was intended. A lot of common sense get thrown out of the window." Courtesy: Post and Courier

Harrell and House Leadership Announce Higher Ed Transparency Act of 2011

If you missed the press conference announcing the SC Higher Education Transparency Act of 2011, take a minute to look and share it with fellow conservatives!

We must all work together for conservative reform

I thought you may want to read this piece I wrote that ran in The State: In May of 2009, I began my service as chairman of the S.C. Republican Party. There was no honeymoon. Within a few weeks it became obvious that the Grand Old Party in the Palmetto State was facing internal divisions, controversy and monumental challenges. Our friends in the Democratic Party were poised to exploit what they thought was an advantage for them and to defeat our candidates in the 2010 election. Of course, they failed. In addition to keeping the governor’s office and re-electing a

Karen on the Road: Speaking with Cherokee GOP Chairman Steven Blanton

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd recently stopped in Cherokee County to attend the Cherokee GOP Bob Parris Memorial Dinner. She spoke with Cherokee GOP Chairman Steven Blanton about the event.

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd Attends Memorial Dinner

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd made a stop in Cherokee to attend the Bob Parris Memorial Dinner. While there, she spoke with Joan Wheeler, who has held numerous positions in the Republican Party.

The SCGOP Team Is Thankful For You

The SCGOP is very thankful for all the hard work you put into helping us sweep every statewide office this year. Have a very Happy Thanksgiving.

McConnell: We have to make the tough choices

Courtesy: The State Newspaper By: Glenn McConnell With the state Department of Health and Human Services warning that it may end all payments to doctors, hospitals and other health-care providers in March if it isn’t allowed to run a deficit, a lot of people seem to be getting carried away by emotion and forgetting some basic principles about government. Rather than focusing on how the lack of funds may impact the delivery of services for those South Carolinians who rely on Medicaid, we should be talking about how we got to this point — and what we need to do

Floyd resigns after successful tenure

Last week, S.C. Republican Party chairwoman Karen Floyd announced her resignation today after one of the most successful election periods in the history of the party. She ran to replace outgoing chairman Katon Dawson last May, and her term would have ended next year. Floyd is the first woman to ever hold the post. The gains by state Republicans during her watch are nothing short of amazing. On Election Day, Republicans won every statewide office on the ballot, giving conservatives a singular chance at enacting reforms that will make a significant impact in moving South Carolina forward in everything from

Scott state’s first black GOP U.S. rep. in a century

State Rep. Tim Scott’s political star rose even higher Tuesday as he won the 1st District race to become South Carolina’s first black Republican congressman in more than a century. With most precincts reporting, Scott was leading with about 65 percent of the vote in the seven-way race, according to unofficial results. He will become the nation’s first black Republican in Congress since 2003, when former Oklahoma Rep. J.C. Watts retired. He could have company, with other black Republicans in competitive races in south Florida and Colorado. Scott, 45, has grown accustomed to breaking barriers. He was the first black

SC’s Mulvaney sets course for change

On his first day as congressman-elect for the 5th District, Mick Mulvaney stayed in bed late with a head cold that bothered him over the final days of the campaign. Mulvaney was unavailable for comment Wednesday while he got some long-awaited rest, a spokesman said. In a statement, the Indian Land Republican reflected on his victory over 14-term incumbent Rep. John Spratt of York. “Folks here have made it clear that the current agenda is unacceptable, and that we need to change course,” he said. “Simply put, there is no stronger message that voters can send than to vote out

Haley defeats Sheheen in historic victory

In a state where “you’re not from around here” can be both an inquiry and an accusation, Republican Nikki Haley connected with S.C. voters through biography and policies to overcome history and become the state’s first woman and first minority governor. Haley edged Kershaw Democrat Vincent Sheheen in a race that became tense and tight toward the end, as Sheheen sought to make the race a referendum on character. “Ideas win,” said Jenny Sanford, the state’s former first lady who provided the once underdog candidate Haley with a key endorsement. “There is only so far you can go if you

Beaufort Area Republican Club Luncheon

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd made a stop in Beaufort to attend a luncheon at the Golden Corral. She spoke with Beaufort GOP Chairman Rachel Buie about what lies ahead for the SCGOP.

Governor-Elect Nikki Haley Commends SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd

Celebrate Veterans Day

As the Veterans Day parade marches past our Columbia headquarters, it is impossible to not become overwhelmed with pride and respect for this great country. After the tremendous success of our recent elections, we must take time to commemorate the brave sacrifices of countless men and women who make our way of life possible. We recognize that our Democracy and precious liberties would be mere memories without our nation’s military personnel and the families that support them. Veterans Day used to be known as Armistice Day, since it marks the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I. Major

SC Senate Majority Leader Comments on Floyd Announcement

South Carolina Senate Majority Leader Harvey Peeler released the following statement today following SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd’s announcement that she will not seek re-election: “On behalf of South Carolina’s Republican State Senators, I want to thank Karen Floyd for her service to our state and our party. She didn’t just win this cycle. She beat our friends across the aisle into submission. She pushed our party more to its conservative roots, built bridges with the Tea Party movement, made our party more diverse and technologically advanced and she helped keep our vital First in the South status. And she did

Floyd won’t seek second term

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today announced that she will not seek a second term as state Party Chairman. Floyd, 48, of Spartanburg, won the Chairmanship by acclamation in May of 2009. She will serve out the rest of her term, which ends in May of next year at the state convention. Floyd said that she has accomplished the goals she set forth during her original campaign for Chairmanship, and is now ready to pass the reins to the next Chairman. “We have accomplished some extraordinary things during the last two years, not the least of which are

Speaker Harrell thanks Chairman Floyd for her hard work and dedication to the SC Republican Party

(Columbia, SC) – Today, House Speaker Bobby Harrell issued the following statement about South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd: “As Chairman, candidate for office, elected official, and public servant, Karen Floyd has worked tirelessly to better the lives of her community and South Carolinians with conservative conviction and a fierce work ethic. “During her tenure as South Carolina Republican Party Chairman, Karen oversaw an organization responsible for historic gains – an unprecedented election of all nine statewide constitutional officers, the defeat of one of the most powerful Democrats in Washington, and the largest, most conservative majority ever before in

House GOP Leadership Reaction to Floyd Announcement

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina House Republican leadership issued the following statements after state GOP Chairwoman Karen Floyd announced she would not seek another term. House Majority Leader Kenny Bingham, R-Cayce, said: “Karen Floyd’s tenure as party chairwoman will be remembered for the extraordinary election we just witnessed. She helped orchestrate a complete sweep of our state’s Constitutional Offices, wrested the Department of Education back from the Democrats, replaced a key Nancy Pelosi lieutenant with a conservative Republican, and built the biggest state House majority the party has ever seen. “That wasn’t by accident. Karen matched a vision for

Video Message from SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd

Treasurer-Elect Curtis Loftis Thanks Chairman Floyd for Service to State Republican Party

Chairman Karen Floyd of the South Carolina Republican Party announced Wednesday that she will not seek another term as Chairman. Treasurer-Elect Loftis issued the following statement. “It is with profound gratitude that I thank Chairman Floyd for her service to the South Carolina Republican Party. During her tenure she accomplished many significant goals. Foremost, the SCGOP Headquarters debt was paid off and named in honor of Roger Milliken. Several county-wide headquarters opened across the state as the party continued to strengthen. The results of the 2010 election are her most significant accomplishment and will forever be her legacy. Republicans won

A Republican Renewal

Play the video below to play a special Election Day message from SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd!

The Results from Last Night

The GOP swept every statewide office, won five of six U.S. House seats and picked up an unprecedented majority in the State House. U.S. SENATE (98 percent reporting) [x] U.S. Sen. Jim DeMint (R): 62 percent [ ] Alvin Greene (D): 28 percent [ ] Tom Clements (G): 9 percent U.S. HOUSE, FIRST DISTRICT (97 percent reporting) [x] Rep. Tim Scott (R): 65 percent [ ] Ben Frasier (D): 29 percent [ ] Robert Dobbs (G): 1 percent [ ] Keith Blandford (L): 1 percent [ ] Rob Groce (WFM): 2 percent [ ] Mac McCullough (UNC): 0 percent U.S.

A Clean Sweep

Last night, the South Carolina Republican Party swept every single constitutional office in the state. From the Governor’s office to State House districts, we have conservative leaders who will work tirelessly to turn this state around. However, even though last night was an exciting victory for conservative values, we know that the work is far from over. We must make good on every promise made and every stance taken. There are so many issues that need to be addressed immediately, with the greatest concern being our economy. We need to begin working to create jobs right now and get government

Mulvaney Victory Party

There is Still Time

If you have not voted yet today, there is still time. Please help us score a conservative victory today!

Karen on the Road in Spartanburg

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd speaks with State Senator Lee bright, Spartanburg County SCGOP Chairman LaDonna Ryggs, and Spartanburg Committeeman Doug Cobb.

Karen Visits Greenville

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd had the opportunity to stop in Greenville and speak with State Senator David Thomas, Representative Wendy Nanny, Representative Garry Smith, Representative Dwight Loftis, and South Carolina Federation of Republican Women Chairman Betty Poe.

Sending a Message to Washington

It hardly seems possible that the polls will open in less than 24. We are on the eve of one great day, when we will have the chance to put conservative solutions to work and get this state on the right track. There are just two updates I want to throw your way before Election Day officially kicks off: First, we are hosting a pre-election rally at Harmon’s Tree Farm (3152 Augusta Hwy) in Gilbert at 6:00pm. Some fantastic conservative leaders will be in attendance, including Nikki Haley, Congressman Joe Wilson, and the rest of the Republican ticket. Please come

CNN Poll: Large advantage for GOP as election nears

Washington (CNN) –Two days before the midterm elections, a new national poll indicates that Republicans have a 10-point lead over the Democrats in a crucial indicator in the battle for control of Congress. The GOP’s 10 point advantage in the “generic ballot” question in a CNN/Opinion Research Corporation national survey released Sunday is slightly larger than the seven point advantage Republican candidates had on the eve of the 1994 midterms, when the party last took control of Congress from the Democrats. “But unlike 1994, when polls indicated the public had a positive view of the Republican party, a majority of

DeMint: Stand With Nikki Haley

Senator Jim DeMint Friday, October 29th Friends, in just a few days we have the chance to be a part of a national earthquake election to help save our country from fiscal disaster. On Tuesday, we have the opportunity to elect principled conservatives that will be part of the next generation of American leaders. I’ve been proud to support conservative candidates around the nation and in my home state that will fight for limited government, strong national security and traditional values. For folks in South Carolina, please don’t take anything for granted this Tuesday. We need your vote and your

Aiken Standard Endorses Joe

Wilson’s record speaks louder than his two words Two words have hung around Joe Wilson’s neck for long enough. The infamous “You lie!” outburst became a rallying point last year for Democrats, who dumped millions into the coffers of his opponent, Rob Miller. Granted, it also rallied his base, and turned what would have most likely been a run-of-the-mill Congressional race into a flashy sprint for nationwide funds. And that’s really not who Joe Wilson is. During his tenure, Wilson has been consistent in his voting, maintaining a record well respected by his conservative base. He has been a low-key

Nikki Haley for governor

It’s been a dirty campaign for governor, with most of the dirt thrown toward Republican nominee Nikki Haley. Much of the mud-slinging reflects a failure of the opposition to engage Rep. Haley’s campaign on the merits of her ideas. That’s because her views on government streamlining, public frugality and improving our business climate resonate across the state. South Carolina voters should elect Nikki Haley governor on Tuesday. Many of Rep. Haley’s ideas about government are similar to those of Gov. Mark Sanford. Her critics contend because Gov. Sanford couldn’t advance most of his proposals for improving state government, neither will

SC Dems, GOP work to get out vote Tuesday

ROCK HILL, S.C. — Jon Love was busy making phone calls Saturday on behalf of Democratic Rep. John Spratt, locked in a tough fight for a 15th term. Across town, Bonnie Freund had a phone pressed to her ear Friday, but she was trying to elect Republican Mick Mulvaney to the same seat. Love and Freund are part of a massive get-out-the-vote effort playing out around the state as the GOP tries to pick up a fifth U.S. House seat, hold onto the governor’s mansion and win all other statewide offices. Democrats are waging a turnout game of their own,

Republicans positioned to take House

WASHINGTON — Republicans are positioned to wrest control of the House in this week’s elections, the wind at their backs as they reach to capture the 40 seats they need to claim the majority – and potentially many more. Democratic candidates face a poisonous cocktail of public disenchantment with the economy, disappointment in President Barack Obama and tea party-fueled grassroots anger at government. Few Democratic incumbents feel safe, least of all the 55 who seized GOP seats during the past two elections, as Republicans seek to catch a historic wave. As many as 100 races were competitive as the balloting

Video: How to Change Congress

How to Change Congress from Mick Mulvaney on Vimeo.

A Conservative Sweep Is Heading Your Way

Wilson, Bingham, Zais, Weathers to Get Out The Vote During Eight City/10 Hour Sprint to Election Day COLUMBIA, SC –Four of South Carolina’s leading Republican statewide candidates, Alan Wilson, Kenny Bingham, Mick Zais, and Hugh Weathers will push for a conservative sweep on Election Day during an eight stops on Monday, November 1, 2010. Wilson, the Republican nominee for Attorney General, Bingham, the House Majority Leader, Zais, the Republican candidate for Superintendant of Education, Weathers, South Carolina’s Commissioner of Agriculture will urge statewide support for the conservative reform team during stops in Columbia, Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Aiken, Greenville, Spartanburg, Rock

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Nikki Haley Mick Mulvaney Mick Zais Joe Wilson Alan Wilson Ken Ard

Karen on the Road: The Next First Man

Karen is still on the road with the Nikki Haley bus tour. Meet the next South Carolina First Man, Michael Haley.

Karen on the Road In Aiken

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd makes a stop in Aiken and chats with congressional candidate Jeff Duncan and State House Representative Roland Smith.

Video: Karen on the Haley Victory Bus

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd is on the Haley Victory Bus, and talks with State Superintendent of Education candidate Mick Zais.

An Amazing Video About Jeff Duncan

An in-depth look at Jeff’s values, leadership and experience from those who know him best. Also, Jeff and his wife, Melody, talk about their family, their values and why Jeff wants to represent South Carolina’s Third Congressional district.

Send Scott to Congress

When Republican Tim Scott hails America as “the land of opportunity,” that familiar slogan packs an extra personal punch. He has succeeded in both business and politics despite being born into a low-income family and being raised by a single mother. And he has shown himself worthy of the opportunity to serve in Congress as the replacement for 1st District Rep. Henry Brown, who is stepping down after five terms. Mr. Scott long ago developed a deep faith in capitalism. The former Stall High School tailback also has developed an impressive reputation for promoting the free market via fiscal responsibility

Karen on the Road: Blanche and Hugh Weathers

Chairman Floyd is on the road again, this time at a fundraiser for our Agriculture Commissioner Hugh Weathers.

Karen on the Road: Senator Santorum and Curtis Loftis

Chairman Floyd is on the road again, this time with our next Treasurer Curtis Loftis and former US Senator Rick Santorum.

Rewarding Dedicated Service

The Executive Committee of the South Carolina Republican Party is the finest in the country, and the efforts of these individuals are a big reason why our Party will see remarkable electoral success next week. Four of our very own have decided to take their efforts beyond helping elect Republicans, and have decided to run for office themselves. Please support the following conservative candidates… State House District 91 candidate: Ben Kinlaw Chairman of the Barnwell County Republican Party Wife Peggy, 1 son Sergeant, U.S. Air Force Former textile executive State House District 101candidate: Barbara Mishoe Lifelong SC resident, grew up

Know the Statewide Amendments on November 2 Ballot

You’ve seen the ads. You’ve received the mail. You’ve probably even been bothered during dinner with the phone calls. A big Election Day is right around the corner. This is one of the most important elections in recent history. Conservatives have a chance to take back Congress and we have the opportunity to elect a true reformer as our next Governor. But those aren’t the only items on the November 2nd ballot. There are four very important statewide ballot referendums that you need to know about. Amendment 1: Must Article I of the Constitution of this State, relating to the

The Obvious Choice for US Senate

In South Carolina, we are truly blessed to have some terrific political leaders who are known to make a difference in this state and country. Obviously, we need individuals in the Senator’s office who not only possess the appropriate levels of experience and knowledge, but also the practical leadership qualities that inspire true change. Here are your two options… The Conservative Choice: Jim DeMint One of the top leaders of the Tea Party Movement Leading the fight against earmarks and special interest-driven spending that’s killing our economy Has helped numerous conservative candidates get elected all across the country Opposes Obamacare

GOP attorney general hopeful Wilson vows to be ‘proactive’

MOUNT PLEASANT — Republican state attorney general candidate Alan Wilson swung through the Lowcountry on Tuesday to underscore his willingness to fight the pending federal health care mandates. Wilson and Democratic attorney general candidate Matthew Richardson have expressed concerns about the recent health care reform, but Wilson said he would ensure that South Carolina takes an active role in fighting it. That would include using state taxpayer money to help pay for the legal challenge currently being pursued by at least 18 other states. “We’re not going to waste their money, but bear in mind this is a health care

Zais for education superintendent

South Carolina schools must improve if the state is to compete financially and its citizens are to be successful. Mick Zais has turned a failing college into a respected one. Voters should elect him to apply the same energy and skills to improving our public schools. Dr. Zais would bring impressive academic and service credentials to the office of Superintendent of Education. And his plans for the state office are based on sound educational and management principles. At the core of his approach is his commitment to give local school boards and principals more authority to spend state money and

Long-term incumbents become an endangered congressional species

Longtime Democratic incumbents are a seriously endangered species. In House races, they are trailing their Republican challengers by margins that suggest their careers are about to be extinguished, according to The Hill 2010 Midterm Election Poll. Budget Committee Chairman John Spratt (D-S.C.) is down 10 percentage points, while Reps. Allen Boyd (D-Fla.) and Chet Edwards (D-Texas) are each losing by 12. Rep. Paul Kanjorski (D-Pa.), who is serving his 13th term, is trailing by five. Republicans have targeted all of these Democrats before, but are closer than ever to ousting them. Edwards has served two decades in Congress, while Boyd

Volunteer for Mick Mulvaney

The congressional race between Mick Mulvaney and John Spratt is undoubtedly one of the biggest races in the country. With less than a week to go, we need your help to finish strong in this pivotal election. Please fill out the form below to commit to volunteering 10 hours of your time for the Mick Mulvaney campaign this weekend:

When Voting Gets Easy

With all the attention given to popular congressional or gubernatorial campaigns, sometimes the lower key (but still important) races get overlooked. In some cases, these races occasionally even get overlooked by an entire state party. For instance, below are two critical positions that both have strong conservative candidates running for them… Secretary of State: Mark Hammond As current Secretary of State, Mark initiated reforms that targeted trademark and charity fraud Unveiled SC Business One Stop (SCBOS), which is a web-based program that helps new and existing businesses with licensing Helped seize over $13 million in counterfeit money Focused on helping

Eckstrom for comptroller general

Richard Eckstrom’s consistent and effective efforts on behalf of open government and state government reform give voters more than enough reason to re-elect him. Many politicians talk about government transparency. Few elected officials have done as much as Eckstrom to actually achieve transparency. The comptroller general advocated putting state agency checkbooks online so voters could see how the state is spending its money. When the agencies balked, Eckstrom did it for them. He then started to work on local governments and has assisted more than 30 cities and counties in putting their finances online. The comptroller general also serves on

Eckstrom is a fiscal watchdog

During his two terms as comptroller general, Richard Eckstrom has helped make state and local government more accountable by enhancing public oversight of their expenditures. He should be given another term to expand those efforts into the area of higher education. Two years ago, Mr. Eckstrom launched state government’s “transparency” website, detailing expenditures of 80 state agencies. That initiative has expanded throughout the state as 21 local governments, including the city of Charleston and Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties, have begun voluntarily posting their check registers on the web. So have a majority of the state’s public school districts. Mr.

The Spartanburg Herald Journal Endorses Ken Ard

“Ard for lieutenant governor” Ken Ard is a businessman and Florence County Council member who has the experience and the perspective needed in Columbia. South Carolinians should choose him as a lieutenant governor who could do more with the job. The Palmetto State’s lieutenant governor is seen as mostly a ceremonial position. The office holds little power. The lieutenant governor presides over the state Senate and handles the Office on Aging. And he would become governor if the governor could not continue in office. The latter condition rarely happens. Ard says he wants to do more. He wants to work

Republican leaders call on Democrat Barber to release lobbying records

Three state Republican Party leaders today called on Robert Barber, the Democratic candidate for Comptroller General, to release his lobbying records to the media. On Oct. 11, Charleston County GOP chairwoman Lin Bennett wrote Barber to request that he disclose his previous lobbying clients, as well as how much he made from each while lobbying state government. Barber was a registered lobbyist for ten years until 2005, when he de-registered to run unsuccessfully for Lt. Governor. In her letter, Bennett wrote: “I would never request information from you that I did not feel was relevant to the duties of the

The Smart Choice for Comptroller General

As we all know, the biggest issue of this election cycle is the economy. We need individuals with strong fiscal aptitude and solid business skills. The Office of Comptroller General is responsible for our state’s bookkeeping, so it is extremely important that we elect someone to this position who has the experience and knowledge necessary to keep spending under control. Here are your two options… The Conservative Choice: Richard Eckstrom As the state’s Chief Accountant, he has championed fiscal restraint, accountability and transparency in all government financial transactions Richard is a renowned leader in the fight to reign in out-of-control

The Smart Choice for Lt. Governor

This week we watched the Lt. Governor candidates debate and the differences could not have been more clear. Here are your two options… The Conservative Choice: Ken Ard Proven business leader with extensive experience in budgeting for the future Renowned for rolling up his sleeves and working harder than anyone else Served on the County Council and voted to decrease taxes every time the matter came up Ken is ready to get serious about tort reform and recognizes the urgency to tighten our state’s budget The Liberal Choice: Ashley Cooper Loves to point fingers and blame others Lacks the business

The Smart Choice for Congressional District 2

We have seen many advertisements from both candidates who are running for South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District. The two candidates have vastly different views on the issues and would steer our state in two opposing directions. Here are your two options… The Conservative Choice: Joe Wilson Has a comprehensive “Jobs Plan” that involves trimming down the income tax and discretionary spending Wants to provide a fertile economic environment with limited government regulation Is dedicated to fighting the outrageous Obamacare legislation that threatens our civil liberties Sees the need for strict budgetary controls on government spending to decrease the national debt

The Only Choice for State Treasurer

The State Treasurer’s Office is responsible for the investment, cash management, and safekeeping of the State’s general and restricted funds and a portion of the assets of the South Carolina Retirement Systems. In a time when South Carolina families are struggling to make ends meet, we need a dependable and experienced leader to serve as our state treasurer. Here are your two options… The Conservative Choice: Curtis Loftis While Director of the Office on Aging, Curtis lead the way in a reduction of the organizational budget by 23% Was appointed by the state’s Comptroller General to serve as Director of

The Right Choice for State Superintendent

With our state’s educational system in trouble, it is critical that we elect a State Superintendent who has a proven track record for fiscal responsibility. Here are your two options… The Conservative Choice: Mick Zais While Mick served as the President of Newberry College… The enrollment grew by 70% and the endowment nearly doubled Mick streamlined, reduced and consolidated administration to free up resources to be directed to the classroom. New facilities were constructed and new academic programs such as nursing were added For each of the past three years, U.S. News and World Report named Newberry College as one

Weathers can grow agriculture

Agriculture, long a backbone of the state’s economy, is South Carolina’s largest industry, with an annual impact of $33.9 billion and almost 200,000 agribusiness jobs. Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers has the experience and insights to advance agriculture even further. Voters should give him the chance to continue what he has begun. A Bowman dairy farmer who has degrees in accounting and finance, Mr. Weathers is committed to promoting South Carolina produce to consumers throughout the state and in the international market. Mr. Weathers was tapped for the post of Agriculture Commissioner in 2004 after his predecessor went to jail

Allison for House District 36

Rita Allison is an experienced conservative state representative who should be re-elected by her constituents. Allison is running for her seventh term in the state House. She served five terms before leaving her seat to run unsuccessfully for lieutenant governor in 2002. She regained her old seat two years ago and resumed her effective representation in Columbia. When the Spartanburg County Legislative Delegation split over how to choose a chairman, Allison was one of the few who acted like a grown-up. She has been a voice of reason and experience on the delegation. While she was out of office, Allison

The Final Days Are Upon Us

It truly is a terrific time to be a conservative in this country. Even though the economy is in a slump and the liberals in Washington are making a mess of things, we have something in our possession that can truly make a difference this upcoming Election Day: momentum. You don’t have to be a political heavyweight to know that momentum is everything in any election. In the past, there are wide momentum shifts nearly every week, with no clear front-runner. However, this year there is a powerful and determined tide of outraged citizens sweeping the country with their conservative

The Right Choice for Congressional District 5

The importance of who you support in Congressional District 5 could not be overstated. We have two opposite candidates in this district who are oceans apart in where they stand on the issues. Here are your two options… The Conservative Choice: Mick Mulvaney Won two hard-fought races in the SC House and State Senate, so he’s used to uphill battles Believes in limited government and lowered taxes, and wants to take Obamacare head-on Known in the South Carolina legislature as one of the most active and aggressive reformers in the state Renowned for his strong convictions and core conservative beliefs

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State Superintendent Race: Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor: Given the gubernatorial and congressional races, it would be easy to overlook a contest for State Superintendent of Education. In his guest column, therefore, Phillip Bowers made the timely and cogent point that selecting the state schools chief well may be the most important decision South Carolina voters make on Nov. 2. (“Zais for Education,” Oct. 12.) A growing number of state board of education members around the nation are beginning to sound the alarm about the implications of the national education standards (the so-called “Common Core”) that the Obama Administration and its monied allies are pushing states

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Alan Wilson – a real prosecutor, fighting for us

The only prosecutor running for Attorney General is Alan Wilson. Alan is a combat veteran. Proud husband and father. Former Assistant Attorney General. Endorsed by a majority of sheriffs and the Fraternal Order of Police. Alan Wilson – the only candidate who’s put criminals behind bars. The only one we can trust to stand up to Barack Obama – and fight for the repeal Obamacare.

The State Endorses Ken Ard

“Ard’s pragmatism best suited for lieutenant governor” Last year, South Carolina got an unfortunate reminder of the one reason we elect a lieutenant governor. It was more unfortunate still because the purpose of the office was defeated by the occupant: One of the primary reasons Gov. Mark Sanford was able to hold onto his job after his Argentine vacation was concern over what would happen if he resigned or was forced out. Although we were still months away from the “don’t feed strays” episode that would propel Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer to national infamy, South Carolinians already were familiar with

Wilson for attorney general

“He has the background and the vision to serve South Carolina well” Wilson is running to be the top prosecutor in the state, and he has prosecutorial experience. He has served as assistant solicitor in Lexington County and as assistant attorney general. He also has some excellent leadership experience. He is a major in the S.C. National Guard who led men in combat in Iraq in 2007. Those qualities are likely to combine to make Wilson an effective attorney general. And he has worthwhile plans for the office. Wilson is correct in pointing out that state and federal authorities have

Speaking Frankly: Fiscal Mismanagement

By Jay W. Ragley, Campaign Manager for Mick Zais This week, Speaking Frankly focuses on the record of fiscal mismanagement by the liberal Democratic nominee for South Carolina State Superintendent of Education. Family budgets are being squeezed across the country and especially in South Carolina. In tough economic times, families watch every cent so that none of it is wasted. Everyone wants their government to run the same way: watch every penny, make sure none of it is wasted on fraud and that the taxpayers are protected. As he says at every available opportunity because he loves Washington, Mick’s opponent

Senator Jim DeMint supports Speaker Harrell and the SC House Republican Caucus’s “Drive For 75”

Dear Friends, As November 2nd draws near, your SC House Republican Caucus has moved into high gear getting our Conservative Reform message out to the Voters. Just last week, we announced our “Drive For 75” Election goal and unveiled our Legislative Reform Agenda for the election (click here to see our Reform Agenda). With your help, we will achieve our Drive For 75 goal of electing our largest-ever conservative majority in the SC House of Representatives, and we are honored to have the support of the our own leader of national conservative reform, Senator Jim DeMint: “Every day in Washington,

CNN Poll of Polls: GOP up 7 points in battle for Congress

Washington (CNN) – A CNN Poll of Polls compiled and released Tuesday indicates that 48 percent of likely voters would choose a Republican candidate for Congress if the election were held today, and 41 percent of likely voters say they would vote for a Democrat. Fourteen days before the election, Republicans continue to lead Democrats when voters are asked whom they would choose in a congressional contest. The Republican margin has increased one percentage point since the last CNN Poll of Polls, which was compiled and released last Friday. This newest edition of the CNN Poll of Polls is an

Karen on the Road: Greenwood Women and the GOP Sweep

Karen Floyd spoke briefly with the president of The South Carolina Federation of Republican Women’s Greenwood chapter, Ann Hancock. Ann and Karen shared their enthusiasm concerning the GOP Sweep of South Carolina. Ann also mentioned that on October 29, 2010 Nikki Haley would be visiting Greenwood on a bus tour; she also mentioned her club’s commitment to the upcoming election. Support from organizations, such as this chapter of the South Carolina Federation of Republican Women, will help make this hope of the GOP Sweep become a reality come November 2nd!

The Peeler Proxy Report

Know the Statewide Amendments on November 2 Ballot You’ve seen the ads. You’ve received the mail. You’ve probably even been bothered during dinner with the phone calls. A big Election Day is right around the corner. This is one of the most important elections in recent history. Conservatives have a chance to take back Congress and we have the opportunity to elect a true reformer as our next Governor. But those aren’t the only items on the November 2nd ballot. There are four very important statewide ballot referendums that you need to know about. Amendment 1: Must Article I of

Lindsey Graham on Face the Nation

US Senator Lindsey Graham appeared on Face the Nation for a panel discussion on the economy, Obamacare, and the politics of the mid-term elections.

How Democrats Hand Out Treats on Halloween

Mick Mulvaney’s Latest Commercial

Your Eyes Only – Mulvaney Commercial from Mick Mulvaney on Vimeo.

Lindsey Graham on Repealing and Replacing Obamacare

US Senator Lindsey Graham discussed his “Citizens Prescription” petition to “Repeal and Replace Obamacare” through legislation allowing states to opt out of the health care program. Senator Graham hopes this forum, located on his website (lgraham.senate.gov), will give citizens the opportunity to voice their thoughts on the impact of health care legislation.

Zais would energize education improvement

The main candidates for state education superintendent bring valuable experience to the race, along with a sincere commitment to public service and to improving the educational opportunities our state provides children. Each also has significant shortcomings — in fact each man’s primary strengths mirror the other’s primary shortcomings. Frank Holleman is deeply committed to early childhood education and passionately opposed to continuing the disruptive debate over paying parents to send their children to private schools; while he can’t end that debate, he wouldn’t lend its advocates any credence. He helped former Gov. Dick Riley run the massive U.S. Department of

The Clear Choice for Attorney General

When you cast your vote for Attorney General in fifteen days, you want to be sure that you are making an informed decision for South Carolina. Here are your two options… The Conservative Choice: Alan Wilson * Determined to aggressively fight the divisive Obamacare legislation * Alan is a proven leader in combat, and is ready for the intense battle against Big Government * He has prosecuted criminal cases before, and has the experience and knowledge necessary to take on the liberal establishment * Alan Wilson is a rigid conservative that has the courage of his convictions, and will not

A Letter from The Chicken Man

With the swirl of questions surrounding Rob Miller’s positions on key issues, someone, or some chicken, had to take action to get some answers for South Carolina voters. Thus, it is I, the Chicken Man, who like so many heroes of lore, carry on my wings the great burden of bringing peace and order to a chaotic and uncertain world. I have embarked upon a profound journey into the unknown- a dark, topsy-turvy world that is resistant to answers of any kind. For it is within this world that my silent nemesis hides in the shadows like a scared, little…

Video Message from Marlboro County

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd made a stop in Marlboro County and spoke with Belvin Sweatt (Marlboro GOP Chairman) and Theresa Hood (Marlboro GOP Executive Committeeman).

Sheheen’s Liberal Playbook

As the Election Day clock winds down, South Carolina voters need to be sure they understand the stance of every campaign on every issue. We cannot afford to guess in the voting booths this year, as our economy and civil liberties hang in the balance. With the flurry of controversial issues surrounding this year’s election, we call upon every candidate to clearly articulate what they truly believe. For instance, voters should clearly know what Democratic candidate for governor Vincent Sheheen’s stance is on the divisive issues that face our state and nation. During an election season, these issues sometimes become

Haley for Governor releases new TV ad

Nikki Haley’s gubernatorial campaign unveiled a new television ad entitled, “Two Roads.” The ad is the Haley campaign’s fourth ad of the general election.

Sheheen tries to hide support of Obamacare

Columbia, SC – October 15, 2010 – Facing flagging poll numbers just days before the election, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Vince Sheheen has desperately tried to reverse course after a favorable federal court decision and hide his position on the unpopular Obamacare. Well documented throughout his candidacy, Sheheen has been an enthusiastic supporter for costly federal mandates contained in ObamaCare. And he has been unsupportive of South Carolina’s constitutional challenge against Obamacare. These Sheheen supported ObamaCare unfunded mandates will cost South Carolina taxpayers over $20 million dollars on January 1st eventually increasing to $1 Billion. Now, after South Carolina scored a

Nikki Haley is Making Waves

The message of true conservative reform is rippling it’s way across South Carolina. This new wave of idealism has brought in a young generation of civic leaders who are the rising stars of the political scene. Among them stands gubernatorial candidate Nikki Haley, whose profound impact on our state has caused her to gain national attention and acclaim. In a recent issue of “Time” magazine, Nikki Haley was named as being one of the top 40 political leaders in the nation during this election cycle (click here to see the article). The article focused on the top “40 under 40”

Join Our Costume Contest this Halloween

Are you one of those people who love to dress up in crazy costumes on Halloween? Every year, I see all sorts of outlandish costumes parading down the street- from grotesque zombies to The Incredible Hulk. If you are reading this right now and saying, “Yeah, that’s me!” then I have a special proposition for you. This year, we are hosting a Halloween contest to see who can come up with the best “scary liberal” or “strong conservative” costume. There will be both adult and kids divisions, and the winner will receive a special lunch with Jeff Duncan after he

Roxanne Wilson Defends Her Husband

Near the end of every election season, negative attack ads flood across the airwaves. This year is no different, as Rob Miller has unleashed a barrage of accusations that are terribly misleading, not to mention blatantly untrue. One such accusation is that my husband, Joe Wilson, raised his own pay. The absurd claim seems to be based on the assumption that people will not actually look up the facts. When they do, they clearly see that Joe sponsored legislation to reduce Congressional pay raises. This is all public record and can be accessed any time by clicking here. Another outrageous

Message from Barnwell County

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd recently attended the “Ben Kinlaw for SC House” fundraiser in Barnwell County. She spoke with House Majority Leader Kenny Bingham, Barnwell Co. Executive Committeeman Tom Ramsey, and Barnwell Co. Chairman Ben Kinlaw.

The Republican Governors Association Hits Sheheen with New Ad

In a recent television ad, the Republican Governors Association links Vincent Sheheen to the divisive policies of the Obama administration.

Republican primary held Tuesday for House District 21

A special election is being held Tuesday to fill a South Carolina House of Representatives seat in Greenville County. The Republican primary for House District 21 is being held to fill the seat which became vacant following the death of State Representative Bill Wylie of Simpsonville on September 11. There are five Republican candidates running for the seat: Samuel Harms, Phyllis Henderson, Keith Smith, John Symons and Stephen Dowd. Greenville County polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The runoff election, if needed, will be October 26. The lone Democrat in the race is Susan Scarborough Smith,

How You Should Vote on the Constitutional Amendments

2010 Constitutional Amendment Questions Four Constitutional Amendments will appear this year on the general election ballot: Amendment 1 Must Article I of the Constitution of this State, relating to the declaration of rights under the state’s constitution, be amended by adding Section 25 so as to provide that hunting and fishing are valuable parts of the state’s heritage, important for conservation, and a protected means of managing non-threatened wildlife; to provide that the citizens of South Carolina shall have the right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife traditionally pursued, subject to laws and regulations promoting sound wildlife conservation and management

Cromer to Introduce State Government Legal Reform Bill

New law will prohibit state employed law firms from suing state Columbia, SC – October 12, 2010 – Senator Ronnie Cromer (R-Newberry) announced plans today to introduce legislation in the 2011 session of the General Assembly enacting sweeping state government legal reforms, specifically a prohibition on lawyers and law firms employed or contracted by the state from engaging in lawsuits against the state and state agencies. Recently its was revealed that law firms employed to defend and represent the state of South Carolina and its agencies have engaged in the practice of bringing lawsuits against the State at the same

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd Hosts Online Town Hall

On CitizenHill.com, SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd answered questions on a variety of issues from people all across South Carolina. SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd Hosts Online Town Hall from SCGOP on Vimeo.

5th Annual Irmo Community Prayer Breakfast

Representative Nathan Ballentine talks about the 5th Annual Prayer Breakfast, which took place at First Baptist Church in Irmo.

Floyd: Sheheen may have violated Ethics Act by not disclosing firm’s earnings

Firm’s work before state raises ethics questions, creates appearance of “profiting from connections” Columbia, SC – October 11, 2010 – Democratic gubernatorial nominee Vince Sheheen’s unrelenting attacks on his Republican opponent reek of hypocrisy, SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd said today, after news reports noted Sheheen’s failure to disclose much of his firm’s legal work before the state – and the fact that his legal income quadrupled since becoming a lawmaker. An article today uncovered that Vince Sheheen’s law firm has made almost one million dollars suing the state. As a partner in the firm, Sheheen shares in the firm’s profits.

Rally in Rock Hill

At the Nikki Haley rally in Rock Hill, SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd talks with Patrick Sebastian (Victory Field Rep), Taylor Hall (Victory Field Director), and Glenn McCall (National Executive Committeeman).

Graham Discusses Repeal and Replace

Dr. Larry Ware joined Senator Lindsey Graham in discussing problems with the new health care law in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Graham unveiled a ‘Citizens Prescription’ to the United States Congress ‘prescribing’ the Repeal and Replace of Obamacare.

Haley, Scott to fight health reform

Republican gubernatorial hopeful Nikki Haley and 1st District Congressional candidate Tim Scott vowed Thursday to do all they can to put an end to President Barack Obama’s health care reform.. “All we have to do is look at Canada and see what’s happened,” Haley said. “You can get diagnosed with an illness, and it will be months to a year and maybe longer until you get treated. We have to fight this.” Haley said she would get a coalition of governors to suggest alternatives to Obama’s recent overhaul, which would fine citizens $700 or 2 percent of their income, whichever

Subcommittee to hear from public on immigration reform

The South Carolina Senate Judiciary Special Subcommittee on Immigration is holding its first of four public hearings on immigration reform tonight at 6 o-clock in North Charleston. Roan Garcia-Quintana of “Americans Have Had Enough” says it’s time to hear from citizens and allow them to weigh in on the immigration issue. We need to encourage our fellow patriots to go, our citizens to go because as we have been talking about this for the past three, four, five, six years, this is not about illegal immigration, it’s about an illegal immigrant invasion. “Americans Have Had Enough” is a coalition formed in

Graham: Let each state decide on healthcare

U-S senator Lindsey Graham was at Skylyn Medical Associates in Spartanburg today to discuss the problems with the recently enacted healthcare reform law also known as “Obama healthcare.” Graham plans to introduce legislation that would let states decide on their own. One of the ideas I have is let each state decide. So, I am going to give every state the ability through my legislation to opt out of Obama healthcare when it comes to employer mandates, the individual mandates in expanding Medicaid. Graham says healthcare reform is needed, just not the Obama Adminstration’s plan. We need to reform the

SC GOP gives attorney general hopeful Wilson $50K

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina Republicans have put $50,000 into Alan Wilson’s campaign for attorney general. The donation was reported in a state GOP campaign account filing Monday. “The Democratic Party gave $50,000 to their candidate and we gave $50,000 to ours to maintain a competitive advantage in that race,” state GOP executive director Joel Sawyer said Thursday. “And it won’t be the last significant donation that you see to a statewide candidate in this cycle.” The state Democratic Party gave their nominee, Matthew Richardson, $50,000 in June. Richardson was unopposed. Wilson, son of U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson, finished a

Bowers endorses Zais for state Superintendent of Education

Washington is corrupt and Democrats want to bring Washington style corruption to South Carolina schools. President Obama and his allies want total control of our schools, but they have no Constitutional authority over education. Education decisions belong to individual states; not Washington. The State Superintendent of Education is the most important election on Nov. 2, and the office is extremely important to maintaining state control, and wrestling our classrooms away from Washington liberals and returning them to South Carolina teachers. Liberal Democrats understand that those who control schools not only control billions in tax dollars, but also control America’s future,

Message from Myrtle Beach

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd talks with Larry Kobrovsky, Curtis Loftis, Mick Zais, and Clark Parker.

Obamacare Will Cost State Additional $20 Million

A media report came out yesterday that revealed some startling news about the real cost of Obamacare for South Carolina. It appears that our state health plan will be forced to spend an additional $20 million in taxpayer dollars beginning on January 1. This burdensome expenditure will be necessary to comply with the legislation’s litany of mandates and provisions. However, according to Charleston television station WCSC, this $20 million price tag may just be the minimum cost. State officials with the employee insurance program reveal that the real cost may even be close to $60 or $70 million a year

Rob Miller Changing His Tune

It’s pretty difficult to take a stand on the platform of reform when you dance just like a reckless incumbent. However, Rob Miller apparently decided that it was worth a shot when he recently realized that aligning himself with the liberal status quo is a death sentence. In an effort to unseat Congressman Joe Wilson, Rob Miller held a press conference today where he stated that he would not vote to keep Nancy Pelosi as House speaker. Miller claimed his reasoning was that Washington is broken and blames the leaders for bickering. This new development leaves a lot of us

Message from Williamsburg County

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd and House Majority Leader Kenny Bingham talk about the need to support Barbara Mishoe for District 101.

Support Ken Ard for Lt. Governor

Ken Ard is ready to roll up his sleeves and get to work in Columbia. However he needs your support to get him there. Please play his video message to see how you can help change South Carolina.

Volunteer for Victory

One the greatest aspects of this election season is the grassroots involvement we have see from conservatives in this state. The importance of the outcome this November cannot be overstated. We need you to put your talents to work so conservative solutions can put South Carolina back on track. The Victory offices around the state are putting our grassroots movement to work for conservative candidates. Please click on the map below to see which Victory office is closest to you. Volunteer your time with Victory now to build a better future for South Carolina! View Victory Map in a larger

John Spratt Calls for an Emergency Meeting

Congressman John Spratt, President Obama’s budget chief, is in a panic over the lack of support from voters. According to a recent Gallop Poll, South Carolina Republicans are leading in the “likely voter” category by double digits. As a result of this shocking information (well, shocking for them anyways), Spratt is reaching out to his final bastion of ultra-liberal friends: MoveOn.org members. In Rock Hill this week, members of MoveOn.org will be attending an emergency meeting that Spratt is throwing together. At this meeting, the Spratt campaign will plot ways to mobilize their liberal base and fight the conservative tide

What Rhymes With Rob Miller?

Rob Miller has a history of supporting Nancy Pelosi’s job killing liberal agenda. He supported implementing new taxes and even approved of the divisive Obamacare legislation. Rob Miller also raised money for a firm that profits from outsourcing jobs to China and India Please play the video below to find out what rhymes with Rob Miller!

Graham warns Obama agenda ‘dead on arrival’ after mid-term election

With less than a month until elections, U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham has been busy whipping up votes for two fellow Republicans, U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson and gubernatorial nominee Nikki Haley. Wilson faces Democratic challenger Rob Miller, a 37-year-old former Marine captain and Lady’s Island resident, in the race for South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District. Haley faces Democratic state Sen. Vincent Sheheen. Congress adjourned for recess last week ahead of the Nov. 2 election, when Republicans will try to win back a majority in the Democratic-controlled U.S. House. “If the election were held tomorrow, we’d take the House back,” Graham said,

Let’s Send Barbara Mishoe to the State House

Help Send Ben Kinlaw to the State House

Meet John Spratt- Nancy Pelosi’s Rubber Stamp

Current Congressman John Spratt has become a rubber stamp for Nancy Pelosi. Every outrageous policy that ultra-liberal Nancy Pelosi has tried to force upon the country has had John Spratt’s full and undying support. The Cap and Trade Energy tax? Yep, Spratt approved it. The Wall Street bailout? Spratt voted for it. The wasteful stimulus bill? Spratt jumped on the bandwagon. And how about Obama’s contentious health care bill? Spratt was cheerleading like it was homecoming night. John Spratt has literally rubber-stamped every single liberal policy for Nancy Pelosi. He does not work for South Carolina anymore- he works for

“Chicken Man” scolds Rob Miller for being too chicken to answer questions

“CHICKEN MAN” DISCUSSES ISSUES THAT ROB MILLER IS TOO CHICKEN TO TALK ABOUT New video feature on AskRobMiller.com talks about things Rob Miller won’t. (COLUMBIA, SC – October 4, 2010) If a major party’s candidate for Congress won’t talk about issues that matter to folks in South Carolina, who do you turn to for help? Chicken Man, of course! In a bit of cheesy fun combined with a serious message, a giant yellow chicken is tackling issues that liberal Democrat Rob Miller has been too “chicken” to talk about in public during his run for the 2nd Congressional District seat.

Congress adjourns without extending tax cuts; Rob Miller would have cast tie-breaking vote

CONGRESS ADJOURNS WITH NO TAX CUT EXTENSION VOTE Rob Miller Would Have Spared Pelosi From Casting Tie-breaking Vote (COLUMBIA, SC – September 30, 2010) She did it again. When the motion to adjourn until after November’s elections came up in the House yesterday – without members getting the chance to vote on extending the Bush-era tax cuts – the outcome was in doubt. And Nancy Pelosi couldn’t let that happen. So she rolled into action with a highly unusual move. Politico described what happened next: “…Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who rarely votes on day to day legislation, had to cast the

Mixing Football and Politics

You know that it’s an exciting time of year when you have the opportunity to blend college football with our conservative campaigns. What could be better? This Saturday, all eyes will be on Clemson, as the Tigers take on the Miami Hurricanes. There will be a swirl of television cameras and reporters in front of Memorial stadium, so why not use this occasion to our political advantage? We are coordinating a GOP candidate sign waving this Saturday before the game, which kicks off at 12:00pm. The plan is to start waving signs at about 9:00am, so please come and help

Rob Miller’s radical Union supporters marching on Washington this Saturday

ROB MILLER’S LIBERAL ALLIES TO MARCH ON DC SATURDAY Unions That Have Donated Tens of Thousands of Dollars Plan Big Turnout (Columbia, SC – September 29, 2010) It is an amazing irony. Union and liberal groups are coming together in Washington this weekend — several of whom have given money to a South Carolina Democrat whose job-killing agenda would hurt their members. Here’s the story: A collection of radical union groups, including some that have generously opened their wallets to liberal Democrat Rob Miller, are making final preparations for their “One Nation March” in Washington this Saturday. The event is

AskRobMiller.com now online; lets people ask the questions Miller isn’t addressing

STILL WAITING TO HEAR FROM ROB MILLER? Submit your question for liberal Democrat candidate at AskRobMiller.com (COLUMBIA, SC – September 28, 2010) Tired of waiting to hear what liberal Democrat Rob Miller thinks about a host of important issues? You’re not alone. His prolonged silence has even been the source of news stories about him kicking cameras and reporters out of campaign events, and has left his supporters scratching their heads. So if Rob Miller is unwilling to share his views with the people of South Carolina, now they can submit their questions to him. AskRobMiller.com debuted today. It features

Senator Chip Campsen Awarded Twice for Conservation Support

(Isle of Palms, SC) Being a defender of the environment isn’t a partisan issue. Sen. Chip Campsen proved that last week by receiving the Senate Leadership Award from the Conservation Voters of South Carolina and the John W. Drummond Conservationist Award from the S.C. Department of Natural Resources. “Chip has proven that he has the vision and courage to lead – plus a healthy dose of dogged determination,” said the CVSC’s Ann Timberlake. “He is known as the ‘Father of the Conservation Bank’ because he authored the bill for this landmark program that has now protected over 150,000 acres of

39 Seats in 39 Days

“Mick Mulvaney has the courage, common sense and respect for our Constitution that will change the way Washington works. Defeating President Obama’s Budget Chairman will send shockwaves through the Washington establishment. This is the most important House race in the country.” – U.S. Senator Jim DeMint (R-SC) This November, each voter will decide whether he or she trusts the politicians who created this mess to dig us out, or if they want to send a loud message that Washington needs to change course. 39 Seats in 39 Days is a money bomb to help Mick Mulvaney defeat Congressman John Spratt

Get Involved with Jim Pratt

One of the best ways you can help change Washington this year is to get involved with Jim Pratt’s campaign. Visit his website at www.jimprattforcongress.com. Play the video below to hear SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd and Jim Pratt talk about the need for you to be involved.

Nancy Pelosi to raise cash for Rob Miller & John Spratt in Charleston on Saturday

PELOSI TO COLLECT CASH WHILE IN CHARLESTON Makes time to raise money for congressional candidates Rob Miller & John Spratt on Saturday COUNTDOWN TO PELOSI’S SC VISIT: 1 DAY LEFT (COLUMBIA, SC – September 24, 2010) There has been much talk about Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Charleston tomorrow. And for good reason. Not only is it her first trip to the Palmetto State since becoming House Speaker four years ago, but also because of the symbolism she brings with her. It turns out that the most partisan House Speaker in 50 years will attend a Democrat fundraiser when she’s in

No word from Rob Miller on Pelosi’s pet issue: Cap & Trade

THE SOUND OF SILENCE: ROB MILLER FOLLOWS PELOSI’S LEAD & STAYS SILENT ON KEY ISSUES LIKE CAP & TRADE COUNTDOWN TO PELOSI’S SC VISIT: 2 DAYS LEFT (COLUMBIA, SC – September 23, 2010) There are plenty of things Democrats don’t want to talk about in this campaign. But the one they dread above all others is Cap and Trade. And with good reason. This Nancy Pelosi-backed scheme is about as popular as Obamacare and Stimulus spending (two other Pelosi pet projects, by the way). Quick refresher: Nancy Pelosi narrowly pushed a bill through the House last year that would result

The Mulvaney Money Bomb

We can win 39 seats in just 39 days! In just 39 days, we have a tremendous opportunity to send a loud message to the big-spenders in Washington by electing Mick Mulvaney as the 39th seat that Republicans need to retake the House. Electing Mick and retiring the current Budget Chairman is the best way to put an end to business as usual in Congress. The days of reckless borrowing and spending without a budget have endangered this nation’s fiscal future and we should not stand for it anymore. The simple truth is that Mick’s calls for a leaner, more

Rob Miller & Nancy Pelosi flip-flop on extending the Bush-era tax cuts

ROB MILLER & NANCY PELOSI’S CHANGE OF HEART: EXTENDING THE BUSH-ERA TAX CUTS COUNTDOWN TO PELOSI’S SC VISIT: 3 DAYS LEFT (COLUMBIA, SC – September 22, 2010) What a big difference two and half a years can make. Let’s go back to March 2008. When liberal Democrat Rob Miller announced he was running for Congress, his news release said Miller’s goals included “…repealing the Bush tax give-a-ways to the super wealthy.” Fast forward to August 2010. The Beaufort Gazette reported: “Miller supports extending the [Bush-era] tax cuts for everyone…” Sometime during the intervening 35 months, Rob Miller apparently realized something

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd Talks With Jason Greer

Play the video below to see Karen Floyd chat with Upstate Victory Field Representative Jason Greer. The two talk about the need for grassroots efforts and volunteers.

As Nancy Pelosi’s SC visit nears, Rob Miller stays silent on Obamacare

ROB MILLER & NANCY PELOSI’S ALBATROSS: OBAMACARE COUNTDOWN TO PELOSI’S SC VISIT: 4 DAYS LEFT The Takeaway: Nancy Pelosi was the midwife who delivered Obamacare. It is now so unpopular, Rob Miller refuses to talk about it in public. Rob Miller is in lockstep with Nancy Pelosi, and Nancy Pelosi is out of step with Palmetto values. (COLUMBIA, SC – September 21, 2010) One simple word goes a long way in explaining why Nancy Pelosi is wildly unpopular: Obamacare. Her strong-armed tactics crammed it down representatives’ throats against the will of the American people. Nancy Pelosi was Doctor Frankenstein, and

Fill Our Signs! (UPDATED)

As the “Pelosi Patrol” marches down to Charleston this Friday, we must be ready to send her and her friends a message that they will not soon forget. On the day of her visit, we will be holding up signs with messages written on them from the people of South Carolina. Fill in the fields below to submit your message, and let Nancy Pelosi know exactly how you feel! Here just some of the submissions we’ve received in the last 24 hours: LIBERALS, GO HOME!!! WE DON’T WANT YOUR UN-AMERICAN ATTITUDES HERE!!! PELOSI : If her LIPS are MOVING… Her

Rob Miller’s 1st House vote? Giving Nancy Pelosi 2 more years as Speaker

ROB MILLER’S 1ST HOUSE VOTE? KEEP PELOSI AS SPEAKER Countdown To Pelosi’s SC Visit: 5 Days Left (COLUMBIA, SC – September 20, 2010) When the new Congress is called to order early next January, the first item of business for the House of Representatives will be electing its Speaker. Democrats will likely nominate Nancy Pelosi for a third term. Should liberal Democrat Rob Miller make it to Washington as a congressman, his very first vote would be to give his financial backer, Nancy Pelosi, the Speaker’s gavel for two more years. That deal was sealed when she donated $2,000 to

Celebrate Constitution Day

Today marks an important event in our nation’s history, when the Constitutional Convention signed the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. The ratification of this inspired document set the spirit of man free, and the world has never been the same since. The liberty that we cherish today is a testament to the timeless truths that are scribed on that sacred parchment. The Constitution is the framework for the organization of our government, and establishes the relationship the federal government has with states and citizens. It is the supreme law of our land that has been sustained by decades of work, sacrifice

Countdown To Pelosi’s Palmetto Visit Underway

COUNTDOWN TO PELOSI’S VISIT BEGINS Victory launches daily reminder of why Palmetto Values don’t fit with Pelosi Values (Columbia, SC – September 17, 2010) When House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s jet touches down in Charleston a week from Saturday, you probably won’t see any South Carolina Democrat candidates welcoming her. When America’s most wildly unpopular official comes calling, it’s good to have something else on your agenda that day, because a political embrace from Nancy Pelosi is like getting kissed by Typhoid Mary. Pelosi puppet-in-waiting Rob Miller and fellow liberal Democrat John Spratt, who juggles the books for Pelosi as chairman

Lindsey Graham on NBC Meet the Press

US Senator Lindsey Graham discusses the Obama Administration’s economic record, the unemployment rate, his support for extension of the Bush tax cuts, the situation in Iraq and Afghanistan on NBC Meet the Press.

Lindsey Graham on Extending Tax Cuts

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham appeared on Fox News to discuss extending the Bush tax cuts and the upcoming midterm elections with Jenna Lee.

Pelosi Coming to South Carolina

One of South Carolina taxpayers’ greatest adversaries is coming to Charleston next week for a visit. It appears that House Speaker and liberal elitist Nancy Pelosi is scheduled to deliver a keynote address for the Charleston branch of the NAACP. It should come as no surprise that Pelosi is taking the time to stop in South Carolina, seeing as how she has specifically targeted our diverse and conservative candidates for destruction. For months now, she has been actively funneling money into the campaign accounts of Democrats across the state. So why does a liberal California Congresswoman care so much about

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd Chats About Diversity

A recent article by noted columnist George Will analyzed the diversity of the modern SCGOP. Karen Floyd, the SCGOP Chairman, talks about this column, as well as other issues facing South Carolina.

Diversity Has a Home in Our Party

South Carolina is turning a historic corner. Think back twenty years or so and consider the chances of seeing a Republican, African American candidate running for Congress in our state. What about an Indian-American woman being within arm’s reach of the Governor’s office? Noted journalist George Will wrote an article last week highlighting the diversity of the South Carolina Republican Party in this year’s elections. He stated, “Scott’s and Haley’s candidacies, both focusing on economic issues, are pebbles in an avalanche of evidence that the identity politics of race and ethnicity has become a crashing bore.” To view the full

SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd Comments on Representative Bill Wylie’s Passing

Columbia, SC – September 12, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd released the following statement today upon hearing about the passing of Representative Bill Wylie. “South Carolina Republicans are saddened today to learn of Representative Wylie’s passing. In just two short years he became known as a fervent conservative watchdog who fought for South Carolina taxpayers and families. It’s a shame that our state will no longer benefit from his hard work and public service. We keep the entire Wylie family in our prayers.”

Wilson ad urges Miller to return Moveon.org’s money

U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson Wednesday unveiled his first television ad attacking his opponent, Beaufort Democrat Rob Miller. Wilson, the Republican incumbent who has held the 2nd Congressional District seat since 2002, challenged Miller to return more than $300,000 in campaign donations to a liberal group that has been critical of military operations in Iraq. Miller, a former Marine Corps captain who served a combat tour in Iraq, has made his combat leadership a central part of his campaign. Moveon.org, a California-based group that organizes for liberal causes on the Internet, called Gen. David Petraeus “General Betray Us” in a 2007

Help Conservatives Have an Undefeated Season

The campaign season is a lot like an exciting drive down the field in football, where you rely on your teammates to gain ground with each play. If you can successfully avoid getting sacked by the opposition, then you will have the opportunity to do a victory dance in the end zone. Our opponents are in a huddle right now, trying to make a play that will cause us to fumble and lose our momentum. People across the country are waking up to the liberal playbook that Nancy Pelosi and her elitist friends are implementing on our country. On the

Tim Scott and Karen Floyd

Congressional candidate Tim Scott and SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd chat while attending the Charleston GOP Labor Day Picnic.

Lin Bennett and Karen Floyd

Charleston County Party Chairman Lin Bennett and SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd at the Charleston GOP Labor Day Picnic.

John Spratt follow’s Rob Miller’s lead: no cameras at tonight’s debate

NO CAMERAS! JOHN SPRATT TAKES CUE FROM ROB MILLER Democrat Congressman steals a page from Liberal Democrat’s play book (Columbia, SC – September 7, 2010) When Republican Mick Mulvaney faces-off against 14-term incumbent Democrat John Spratt during their debate tonight, folks in South Carolina’s 5th Congressional District will be eager to see and hear what they have to say. The problem is, you won’t be able to see or hear it. When agreeing to the debate, Spratt demanded that all microphones and video cameras be banned. So you will have to rely on news reports to find out what was

Join The Movement

Play the video below to watch Nikki Haley’s powerful new message!

Labor Day Message from Karen Floyd

Labor Day is an occasion where we celebrate America’s workforce by taking a day off to spend with our friends and families. This year our state and nation have been hit by a hard economic crisis and too many families find themselves without jobs. That’s why this year’s elections are so very important. Holidays are always the toughest times for families that are struggling to keep bread on the table. Unfortunately, the Obama administration’s reckless economic policies are putting more families in this category than ever before. Recent numbers show that the unemployment rate is at 9.6%, even after the

Floyd: bin Laden comment shows how out of touch Spratt is

Liberal Democratic Congressman John Spratt’s refusal to take a stand on his aide comparing his Republican opponent to Osama bin Laden shows just how out of touch Spratt has become with his district, said SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd today. In a report in a Columbia publication this week, Spratt’s campaign spokesman said, “If Osama bin Laden ran in this district as a Republican, he would get 38 to 40 percent of the vote in any election year.” The article goes on to say that Spratt was “walking alongside” the staffer who made the comment, and said nothing to disagree. Now,

Miller’s new TV ad reveals hypocrisy on outsourcing jobs abroad

ROB MILLER GOES NEGATIVE IN SECOND TV AD Liberal Democrat exposes his hypocrisy by talking tough on protecting jobs, while taking money from a company that outsources them abroad. (Columbia, SC – September 3, 2010) Just 16 days after releasing his first TV commercial in the SC-02 District race, liberal Democrat Rob Miller is going negative in his second ad. But instead of portraying Miller as a fierce defender of American jobs, it actually reveals his disturbing double standard. Miller proudly proclaims in his new commercial: “… I’ll never outsource South Carolina jobs.” Wait a minute, Rob. Your actions don’t

Stand Up for State Sovereignty

An unprecedented event recently occurred, where the president of the United States issued a report to the U.N. Human Rights Council and bashed a state law. In a desperate attempt to gain the awe and admiration of global elitists, President Obama sounded off about the many “sins” in America’s history, including Arizona’s new illegal immigration bill. Obama writes, “A recent Arizona law, S.B. 1070, has generated significant attention and debate at home and around the world. The issue is being addressed in a court action that argues that the federal government has the authority to set and enforce immigration law. That action

American Exceptionalism–And An ‘Exceptional’ President

Obama may be the first U.S. president to lack faith in our special history, our special spirit and our special mission in the world. For nearly four centuries, we as a people have believed that America has a special and unique role to play in the world. Here is a land of new beginnings and new promise, not merely one nation among others. But we have to ask: Do our leaders still believe this? Americans have believed in American exceptionalism since John Winthrop wrote 380 years ago that America would be a “city on a hill,” shining for all the

Request Your Absentee Ballot

Today, the South Carolina Republican Party’s Victory 2010 program announced the launching of a new website created to promote and encourage absentee voting in South Carolina, www.SCabsentee.com. Many people are unaware that they may be eligible to vote by mail using an absentee ballot. Those who are aware are sometimes intimidated by the process. In 2008, some people experienced long lines at their county voter registration office or a busy signal when they tried to begin the absentee process over the phone. Now, thanks to the SCGOP and the Victory 2010 program, accomplishing the first step and beginning the absentee

Rob Miller’s ethical shortcuts don’t jibe with his ethics plan

ROB MILLER PLAYS LOOSE WITH ETHICS RULES How can liberal Democrat propose ethics reform when he doesn’t honor the spirit of the existing rules? (Columbia, SC – August 30, 2010) Second Congressional district hopeful Rob Miller tries to position himself as a champion of ethics reform. He has proposed a package that his campaign website claims will “restore faith in government.” But it’s hard to believe the liberal Democrat is attempting to campaign on “restoring faith” when he has disregarded House ethics rules right out of the gate. The Ethics in Government Act of 1978 requires all House candidates to

Haley endorsed by gun owners group

Republican gubernatorial candidate Nikki Haley picked up the endorsement of Gun Owners of America, a grassroots group that supports 2nd Amendment rights. Haley advertises that she is concealed weapons permit holder on her campaign website, and Gun Owners of America vice president Tim Macy said Haley sees eye-to-eye with the group’s positions. “Nikki Haley stands 100 percent behind the rights of South Carolina’s gun owners and sportsmen,” Macy said in a statement. “In particular, Rep. Haley strongly supports concealed carry of firearms by law-abiding citizens and will work to ease unreasonable restrictions on CWP holders.” by John O’Connor

Democrats Implement “Hopeless Optimism” Strategy

It seems that the South Carolina Democratic Party is utilizing the last tool in its depleted arsenal: hopeless optimism. At a time when there is a groundswell of anti-liberal fervor building across the state, what other options are available for a Democrat? In a recent article by the “IslandPacket.com”, Democrats in Hilton Head announced their newfound “optimism” for the November elections. The article stated, “Beaufort County Democrats expressed optimism Sunday afternoon that Democrats will reclaim the gubernatorial and 2nd District congressional seats, a feat that will be accomplished in large part to volunteer and grassroots efforts throughout the state.” Click

Chairman Karen Floyd on the Road: Oconee County Picnic

Chairman Karen Floyd and her two sons stand in front of the Spendometer at the Oconee County Picnic. Play the video below to hear her message!

Mulvaney Campaign Releases First TV Ad

Lancaster, S.C. – The Mulvaney for Congress campaign today launched its first television ad, which will be shown district-wide. The ad introduces voters to Mick, his wife Pam, and their triplets. This ad also explains why Mick – a small businessman, State Senator, and Little League coach – decided to run for Congress. He is running to get our country back on the right track, put people back to work, and act as the check against the Obama-Pelosi agenda that 5th District voters expect. Meet Mick Mulvaney from Mick Mulvaney on Vimeo.

Already boasting, Republicans predict huge gains in November

From CNN Congressional Producer Deirdre Walsh Washington (CNN) – A top House Republican boasted Thursday that Republicans are already positioned to take control of the House, and argued the Democrats’ political position will only worsen as Election Day approaches. California Republican Congressman Kevin McCarthy, the top recruiter of GOP candidates and chief Republican Whip in the House, told reporters on a conference there are “more than enough seats” to win, and added, “I think the map is getting bigger by the day.” McCarthy, who has traveled to more than 50 districts so far during the August recess, said the economy

DeMint’s Midterm Gambles Raise His Political Profile

For an incumbent trying to keep his seat, South Carolina Sen. Jim DeMint seems a lot more focused on the campaigns of Sharron Angle in Nevada, Marco Rubio in Florida and a half-dozen other Republican candidates around the country. DeMint’s political action committee, the Senate Conservatives Fund, has already contributed more than $2 million to candidates who meet DeMint’s conservative criteria. (“We support only those candidates who believe and will fight to restrain our government, so you and your family can live free, independent and prosperous lives,” DeMint says in one video.) A spokesman for the fund says they are

Help Turn South Carolina into a Conservative Powerhouse

As a state, we have put an enormous amount of time and money into electing leaders that espouse conservative values and possess strong leadership qualities. Now, people like Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid want to tear it all apart. Liberals in Washington are exerting a tremendous amount of effort in funneling money from special interest groups to liberal candidates here in South Carolina. Their goal is simple: remove conservatives like Congressman Joe Wilson and Senator Jim DeMint from office, and install a regime of tax-and-spend Democrats. So, what are we going to do about this? South Carolina stands on the

Chairman Karen Floyd’s Message After a Busy Trip to Tennessee

Chairman Karen Floyd comes back from a busy few days in Tennessee. Play the video below to hear her message!

Rob Miller: the real Big Spender in the SC-02 Congressional race

HEY, BIG SPENDER! Liberal Democrat Rob Miller doesn’t “practice what he preaches” on spending (COLUMBIA, SC – August 25, 2010) “When you point a finger at someone, you have three fingers pointing back at you.” Perhaps Rob Miller missed school the day his teacher taught that lesson. Although he is pointing an accusing finger on federal spending, his own fingers point right back at him on the same subject. It all started late last week when the liberal Democrat’s congressional campaign issued a news release attacking Congressman Joe Wilson for supporting “the single largest instance of government spending in the

Rob Miller – the real Big Spender in the SC-02 Congressional race

Karen On The Road: Campaigning With Senator DeMint

Karen hit the road on Friday with Senator DeMint, including a stop at Trey Gowdy’s Spartanburg event.

Governor Signs 24 Hour Abortion Waiting Period

News Release: Where Does Sheheen Stand On Pro-Life Bill?

Where do you stand, Vince? Where does Sheheen stand on new pro-life bill? Columbia, SC – August 17, 2010 – Tomorrow, a bill will be signed that prevents abortions from being performed before a 24-hour waiting period. The bill passed the Senate earlier this year, but no one knows how Vince Sheheen voted on it – the bill was passed without a roll-call vote. In fact, Vince Sheheen’s entire position on abortion has been impossible to nail down. Earlier this year, during a televised debate, Sheheen referred to questions about abortion as a “trap,” and refused to answer the moderator’s

LOFTIS ANNOUNCES “SECOND-TO-NONE” TRANSITION TEAM

This morning, unopposed GOP Nominee for South Carolina State Treasurer, Curtis Loftis, announced his transition team. The team is comprised of a group of twenty-one talented and hard-working individuals from across South Carolina. They have been challenged to provide expert recommendations to Loftis that will allow him to meet his campaign goals of creating the most transparent and accountable Treasurer’s Office in America and eradicate fraud, waste, and abuse of taxpayer dollars. Loftis stated in a letter to his team, “I was extremely proud (and humbled) to receive the Republican nomination for State Treasurer. Given that I have no general

Governor Signs Bill Establishing 24-Hour Waiting Period Before Abortions

Columbia, S.C. – August 18, 2010 – Joined by state lawmakers and pro-life advocates at the Carolina Pregnancy Center in Spartanburg, Gov. Mark Sanford today signed H.3245, a bill establishing a 24-hour waiting period before abortions. The new law requires that a woman considering an abortion be given a full day to review materials objectively explaining what an abortion is and how to determine the age of an unborn fetus. “I believe life is sacred, and in the debate over when life begins, I think we as a society should always err on the side of life,” Gov. Sanford said.

Rob Miller Goes on TV; WWII Patriot calls on him to display the “courage” he touts in his ad

ROB MILLER’S NEW TV AD TOUTS “THE COURAGE TO DO WHAT’S RIGHT;” SC WWII patriot asks him to display it by returning $370,000+ to MoveOn.org (COLUMBIA, SC – August 18, 2010) A South Carolina veteran of World War II and the Korean and Vietnam Wars is responding to liberal Democrat Rob Miller’s new TV commercial by asking Miller to display the courage he promises in it. Miller took to the airwaves today, with a commercial that promotes his military record. All South Carolinians owe Miller, and all the other brave men and women who have served in Iraq and

Where do you stand, Vince? Today is the time for answers

Columbia, SC – August 18, 2010 – Vince Sheheen is holding his first public press event in months today. It’s a good thing, too – more and more unanswered questions pile up by the day about his liberal views and the votes he has taken as a career Columbia insider. Today is a perfect opportunity for Vince to start giving South Carolinians the answers he owes them: – Where does Sheheen stand on Obamacare? Specifically, what would he do as governor to either speed or impede the implementation of the law? Would he reverse current state policy of not participating

Rob Miller says one thing to the Aiken Standard, another to Liberals

ROB MILLER TRIES TO HAVE IT BOTH WAYS Liberal Democrat talks “centrist” to folks in the 2nd District while also telling liberals he is one of them (Columbia, SC – August 17, 2010) Liberal Democrat Rob Miller keeps trying to have the best of both worlds. He made a pair of rare personal appearances on the campaign trail last Saturday, popping up in Pelion and Salley. Judging from news accounts, he was yet again trying to pass himself off to folks as a middle of the road Democrat. Here is what the Aiken Standard reported Sunday about his visit: “The

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Where do you stand, Vince? What are Sheheen’s positions on suits to protect state?

Columbia, SC – August 16, 2010 – Right now, South Carolina is involved in three key lawsuits aimed at protecting the state’s citizens from wrong-headed federal policies. Each of the suits requires state resources to pursue, begging the question: as governor, would Vince Sheheen stand up for South Carolina, or would he kowtow to fellow liberals in the Obama Administration? Currently, South Carolina is taking on the federal government over three key issues: 1. Does President Obama’s socialized healthcare plan overstep state’s rights by forcing individuals to buy healthcare, and forcing states to spend more to support the plan? 2.

Chairman Floyd Talks About New Ground Operations for November Elections

The new ground operations for the upcoming November 2010 elections are gearing up and preparing to win.

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Payday case shows why Sheheen should release clients

Columbia, SC – August 13, 2010 – With news today that Democratic gubernatorial nominee Vince Sheheen will be raking in a share of $1 million in legal fees by suing an industry he regulates as a state Senator, SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd renewed the call today for Sheheen to release his legal clients for public scrutiny. In 2007, trial lawyer Vince Sheheen joined a group of other trial lawyers – most of whom were Democratic legislators – to sue the payday lending industry. Today, it was reported that while the actual plaintiffs in the case may receive up to $100

The Power of Women

Women are storming the political scene. More than ever before, opportunities exist for women in this country to truly make a difference in the political process. Such a bold step onto the historical landscape should not only be noticed, but also encouraged by women in every walk of life. Coming together at this moment can create more opportunities for our future female leaders. Of course, the best way to make a difference is to start by influencing the community around you. Here in South Carolina, we have a remarkable set of women who are taking a profound stand in politics.

The Financial Godfather of American Liberals Turns 80 Today

HAPPY 80th BIRTHDAY TO UBER-LIBERAL GEORGE SOROS Liberal Democrat Rob Miller has 370,000+ reasons to be grateful to him (Columbia, SC – August 12, 2010) In case it isn’t marked on your calendar, this is the birthday of the financial godfather of the modern liberal revival in America. George Soros, the Hungarian-born billionaire and wanna-be U.S. king-maker, turns 80 today. His fingers are thrust into political pies all across the country, including right here in South Carolina. More on that in a minute. George Soros is a currency speculator and stock mogul known as “The Man Who Broke the

Mulvaney’s Newberry Speech

Mulvaney’s Newberry Speech from Mick Mulvaney on Vimeo.

Karen on the Road: Sun City and Indian Land

Chairman Karen Floyd reports from the road again. Today she’s visiting the Indian Land and Sun City Republican Clubs.

Karen on the Road: Spreading The Word In York County

Chairman Karen Floyd reports from York County where she, Glenn McCall and Winston Smith are working hard to elect Mick Mulvaney to Congress.

Sheheen – Liberal on taxes

Columbia, SC – August 10, 2010 – South Carolina may never know how Vince Sheheen makes his money, as he continues to refuse releasing records about his trial lawyer firm’s clients. But, we know where he stands on letting us keep more of what we earn – he is against it. In fact, during his career as a liberal Columbia insider, Vince Sheheen has voted against at least $1.3 BILLION in tax cuts – money that could have gone directly to South Carolina families to help stimulate the economy. Some of the lowlights of Sheheen’s big-government, big spending voting record

What if they held a “march” and nobody showed up?

MOVEON.ORG’S “MARCH” FIZZLES Group can channel $370,000+ to Liberal Democrat Rob Miller, but only gets one person to show up for protest (COLUMBIA, SC – August 10, 2010) The poor guy standing on the side of the busy road this afternoon must have felt like the Maytag Repairman. The extremist liberal group MoveOn.org had promised a march on Congressman Joe Wilson’s Midlands district office in West Columbia today. But just one forlorn protester showed up holding signs. What a lonely way to spend a hot summer afternoon. It is the latest setback for the group that has had a very

What if they held a “protest march” and nobody showed up?

I Like Pike

Sean Pike is our candidate for House District 116. Please visit his website at www.ilikepike.com.

South Carolina’s First in the South Primary status preserved

Kansas City, MO – August 6, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today announced that South Carolina will retain its unique status as the nation’s First in the South Republican Presidential Primary, with a new rule passed by the Republican National Committee. The date of the primary will likely be set in late February of 2012, after the Iowa and New Hampshire contests. All other states are encouraged by the new rule to have their contests in April, but can go in March so long as they award their delegates on a proportional basis. The new rule

Medal of Honor recipient asks Rob Miller to Return $370,000 to MoveOn.org

MAJ. GENERAL JAMES LIVINGSTON CONDEMNS ROB MILLER FOR TAKING $370,000 FROM MOVEON.ORG Urges liberal Democrat candidate in SC’s 2nd Congressional District to return the money (BEAUFORT, SC – AUGUST 9, 2010) Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Major General E. James Livingston, USMC (Retired) today joined a growing chorus of military generals in condemning the liberal activist group MoveOn.org, and the South Carolina Democratic congressional candidate supported by the far left activist organization. A Federal Election Commission financial report shows it has funneled $370, 965.10 into Rob Miller’s campaign. “I think he ought to look at himself in the mirror and

Sheheen continues to cozy up to personal injury lawyer special interests

Columbia, SC – August 9, 2010 – Vince Sheheen will be in Charleston tonight cozying up the “dynamic duo” of trial lawyer special interests – personal injury lawyers and back pain specialists. The groups will be hosting a fundraiser tonight in Charleston at the exclusive Oak Steakhouse in Charleston. Attending such anti-business fundraisers is becoming somewhat of a pattern for Sheheen, as he just trekked to Washington, DC to schmooze with key supporters of Obamacare and the failed stimulus legislation. Attorneys have been responsible for more than a third of Sheheen’s campaign contributions. But in terms of Sheheen’s personal wealth,

We Are Still First In The South

SC Republican Family – We have big news to celebrate this morning. I just arrived home from Kansas City where at the RNC summer meeting, our First in the South Presidential Primary was secured for 2012. This was a major victory that we’ve been working toward for months, and around the clock. I want to specifically thank our executive committeewoman Cindy Costa and our executive committeeman Glenn McCall for all their hard work. This wasn’t a simple task by any stretch of the imagination. But as South Carolina has proven over and over again, we aren’t afraid of a tough

A Poem by Veteran and Lexington Activist George Hardee

Mr. George Hardee is an 85 year old veteran of World War II. He was wounded on the battlefield of France near St. Lo on June 29, 1944. He almost died on the battlefield but for the Grace of God his life was spared. He was in an Army hospital for over 16 months. Mr. Hardee nearly gave his life for this country and now he is trying to save it once again from people who do not follow the constitution which he took an oath to uphold. I Am A Soldier I am a soldier. Here I stand. I

We Are Still First In The South

Rob Miller Commends General David Petraeus, But Keeps $370,000+ In MoveOn.org Money

ROB MILLER TRIES TO HAVE IT BOTH WAYS He belatedly releases statement praising Gen. David Petraeus while accepting $370k from MoveOn.org, the liberal group that slandered Petraeus (Columbia, SC – August 5, 2010) Liberal Democrat Rob Miller is at it again, trying to have it both ways. He thinks a throw-away comment tacked onto the back end of run-of-the-mill press release can get him off the hook with upset South Carolinians. Here’s the story. Just a few hours ago, his campaign released a statement urging the Senate to confirm the non-controversial nomination of General James Mattis to head U.S. Central

John Spratt Must Return the $242,000

It looks like the numbers in U.S. Congressman John Spratt’s campaign account are about to take a nose dive. At least, they should… According to a story in yesterday’s edition of the Washington Examiner, a federal indictment was handed out to one of Spratt’s campaign contributors. The Examiner reported, “Paul J. Magliocchetti, founder and owner of the now closed PMA Group, was indicted in U.S. District Court in Alexandria on eight counts of making illegal campaign contributions and three counts of making false statements.” The PMA organization may sound familiar, since it was shut down last year and raided by

Aiken GOP Chairman Dennis Saylor

Aiken GOP Chairman Dennis Saylor talks about an event coming up on Saturday, August 21 at 9:00AM.

Tim Scott’s Online Town Hall

On Tuesday, August 3, Representative Tim Scott hosted his own online town hall on Citizen Hill (www.citizenhill.com). A wide range of questions came in from voters all across the state, ranging from topics on immigration to “Obamacare”. Play the video below to watch his town hall now! If you are a representative and would like to host your own town hall, then please contact Michael Stevens at citizenhill@yahoo.com.

SCGOP Announces Victory Team

Columbia, SC – August 4, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today announced the directors of the SCGOP’s Victory 2010 program, the party’s coordinated election year effort to elect Republicans to state, federal and local offices. Victory’s field operations will be headed by Taylor Hall. Hall graduated from Furman University, and served as a Wilkins Fellow in the Senate Finance Committee in 2007. He served as the McCain/Palin Youth Victory Chair for South Carolina in 2008. He was also unanimously elected State Chairman of the SC College Republican Federation from 2008-2009. Prior to joining Victory, he served

Karen in Kansas City

Chairman Karen Floyd and Executive Committeeman Glenn McCall give us a quick First in the South update from the RNC summer meeting in Kansas City.

Meet Our RNC Teammates

Chairman Karen Floyd and Executive Committeewoman Cindy Costa introduce our RNC teammates for this cycle – Jessica Ennis and James Garcia.

We Love Lin Bennett

A quick word from Charleston County GOP Chairwoman Lin Bennett. Have we told you lately that we adore Lin?

Demint: Repeal Obamacare

SC GOP News – Where do you stand on illegal immigration, Vince?

Where do you stand, Vince? Democratic nominee won’t answer questions on immigration Columbia, SC – July 30, 2010 – It seems like liberal Democratic gubernatorial nominee Vince Sheheen is making a habit these days of ducking questions on important issues. Yesterday, he was asked by the news media where he stands on the tough new Arizona immigration law, a measure aimed at securing our nation’s borders since the federal government has failed to do so. Sheheen owes South Carolina an answer as to where he stands on the new law. But according to news reports, he’s ducking questions on the

Our Internet Infantry

Nancy Pelosi is invading our state. She’s trying to take out our like-minded conservative Congressman Joe Wilson. She’s trying to protect their chief budget writer John Spratt. And she’s funding the Democrats’ ground game so they can launch attacks on gubernatorial nominee Nikki Haley We aren’t going to sit back and watch Pelosi throw her money around. She might be able to buy off the special interests in Washington, but we don’t play those kind of games here in South Carolina. We fight for our values. We stand up for what’s right. The liberals are beginning this year’s nasty round of political attacks.

SC GOP News – Where does Sheheen stand on Obamacare?

Where do you stand, Vince? Where is the Democratic nominee on Obamacare? DOES SHEHEEN’S APPEARANCE TONIGHT WITH OBAMACARE PROPONENTS SIGNAL HIS SUPPORT? Columbia, SC – July 29, 2010 – During the biggest public policy debate in recent memory – whether the federal government should go to a European-style socialized medicine model – there have been no shortage of opinions offered. On the other hand, Vince Sheheen’s silence on the issue has been deafening, as he’s refused to tell the public where he stands on “Obamacare,” and what he would or wouldn’t do as governor when it comes to implementing the

Immigration: Stop The Absurdity

Just minutes ago the federal government blocked Arizona’s immigration plan from becoming law. This comes after years of failed promises to secure the border while illegal immigrants pour into our nation and take advantage of services provided by hardworking taxpayers like you. Folks, the arrogance of the Democratic controlled Washington has gotten out of hand. This is just another example of why we need to send strong leaders like Senator Jim DeMint and Congressman Joe Wilson back to Washington. And why we need to take elitists like Congressman John Spratt out of power. The federal government is delegated its power

Sheheen, Spratt and Clyburn: Birds of a Feather

Columbia, S.C. – July 28, 2010 – There’s an old saying about birds of a feather, which makes it no wonder that two of the country’s premier liberal political insiders – John Spratt and Jim Clyburn – are hosting a DC fundraising event tomorrow for one of their own, Vincent Sheheen. Clyburn and Spratt have been two of Nancy Pelosi’s top lieutenants in leading our nation down a path of fiscal destruction. Spratt was Nancy Pelosi’s strongman during the passage of Obamacare, a program that will cost our country $2.5 trillion while at the same time leading to less affordable

Will Miller, Clyburn and Spratt let your taxes shoot up on January 1?

WATCH OUT FOR YOUR WALLET! HEFTY TAX HIKE COMING ON 1/1/11 Will liberal Democrats Miller, Clyburn and Spratt side with Pelosi to let it happen? (Columbia, SC – July 28, 2010) Here is a riddle: When is a tax hike not a tax hike? Answer: when liberal Democrats like Rob Miller, Jim Clyburn and John Spratt allow tax cuts to expire at the end of this year, thus making your taxes go up. Don’t be fooled by the Democrats’ election year rhetoric about “increasing taxes on the rich.” Yes, the wealthiest citizens will pay more. And so will you, too.

99 Days of Bad Ideas

There are 99 days until the election. And everyday until November 2nd, day after day, we’re going to hear more bad ideas that grow government instead of promoting financial liberty. We’re going to hear from liberals like Joe Biden, who just stopped in to raise money for John Spratt, saying that we should have spent even more “stimulus” money. We’re going to hear from Congressman Spratt himself that the budget he wrote is actually fiscally responsible, although we all know it increases our debts and puts our nation at risk. We’re going to hear from Rob Miller that it’s okay

The Democrats Are Freaking Out

A LIBERAL VISIT: Just days after claiming that the stimulus package should have included much MORE SPENDING, Vice President Joe Biden is in South Carolina raising money for fellow liberal John Spratt. BIG MONEY CONCERN: The DCCC is freaking out now. You’ve sent a strong message that you’re sick of John Spratt’s big spending and that message has been received loud and clear in Washington. Knowing they can’t lose their CHIEF BUDGET WRITER, the Democrats have purchased $750,000 in TV ads to help John Spratt. BUILD OUR ARMY: We are 100% dedicated to taking John Spratt out in November. His

You’re Up To Bat

TEAM MANAGER: Nancy Pelosi is building a team of like-minded liberals and pouring millions of dollars into South Carolina. STARTING PITCHER: John Spratt is pitching Nancy Pelosi’s irresponsible budget. OUT IN LEFT FIELD: Rob Miller is way out in left field with his Washington liberal financiers and Nancy Pelosi’s top allies MoveOn.org and ActBlue. YOU’RE IN THE BATTER’S BOX: You’re next up to bat. Will you let Nancy Pelosi buy South Carolina or will you knock her plan out of the park? CLICK HERE NOW and defeat the Washington Liberals!

Follow The Spendometer Around SC

Keep The Spendometer Counting

In times of economic trouble, it is crucial that we keep an eye on the financial realities that threaten our state. We believe that legislators must do what every home or business does when money gets low- tighten our belts and limit spending! Each and every cost must be closely monitored, while only allowing the most needed of expenditures to continue. It is time for us to be resourceful and make sure that we become “budget hawks”. That is the conservative solution for this issue, but the liberals have a different approach…SPEND! So, we’re keeping track of how much of

Democrat Rob Miller takes almost $6,400 from group with disturbing views

THE SCARY SOURCE OF ROB MILLER’S $6,394.99 IN DONATIONS Why group’s disturbing views on North Korea, Iran and more are so troubling (Columbia, SC – July 20, 2010) Looking for a good read this summer? Forget the latest paperback page-turner. Check out the fundraising statement filed last week by Rob Miller, Democrat nominee for the Second Congressional District. You’ll be surprised – and even alarmed – by the cast of characters you’ll find there. Thumb through the dozens of pages of donors, and some interesting names leap off the page at you. For example, there’s the $1,000 that came from

Spendometer in Williamsburg County

Last week, I had the good fortune to visit and speak with the terrific people of Williamsburg County, during a stump meeting that featured a number of our outstanding Republican candidates and dozens of our hardworking activists. I can tell you first-hand that the Republican message of fiscal responsibility, transparency and accountability is resonating across our state, even in areas that have been historically “blue”. In Kingstree and throughout our state, people are fed up with liberal Big Government reaching too far into their lives and wallets. And we have begun highlighting just how quickly liberals are rolling up our

Is Alvin Greene becoming more high-profile than Rob Miller?

CAMPAIGN IRONY: ALVIN GREENE APPEARS MORE THAN MILLER Democratic Senate candidate easier to spot on campaign trail than Rob Miller (COLUMBIA, SC – July 19, 2010) How’s this for irony? Alvin Greene, whose Senate candidacy is wrapped in layers of questions, is becoming more high-profile than fellow Democrat and Second Congressional District candidate Rob Miller. A large crowd of reporters and just plain curious folks filled a junior high school auditorium in his hometown of Manning Sunday to listen to Greene’s first public speech since becoming his party’s nominee last month. Several hundred people were on hand, including

Taking Over Democratic Areas

Our message is resonating in all corners of South Carolina including traditionally Democratic areas like Williamsburg County. We are going to win big in November.

Joe Biden and John Spratt: Two Liberal Peas in a Pod

As the anticipation over the November elections builds up, the Democrats’ “panic-meter” is in full swing. This week, the Obama Administration’s chief spokesman, Robert Gibbs, conceded at a press conference that the Democrats may lose control of the House. This is a slight step towards reality for the administration, whose poll numbers have recently dropped just above 40% this past Tuesday. If Mr. Gibbs were to be completely honest, then he would address the high chances of Republicans taking over the Senate as well. However, let’s just focus on the House for now. One of the races the White House

Rob Miller’s liberal cash comes from far and wide – but little of it is from SC

(Columbia, SC – July 17, 2010) You’ve got to hand it to liberal Democrat Rob Miller: he sure knows how to keep his left-wing supporters writing checks. The trouble is, most of them aren’t in South Carolina. While the Second Congressional District candidate is awash in liberal cash, according to the second quarter financial statement his campaign just filed with the Federal Election Commission, it’s interesting to find out just where that money is coming from. When you take a closer look at the report, almost 75% of Miller’s contributions from individual donors list addresses located outside South Carolina! It’s

1913 Marion: Coming Together

Kurt and Wesley are back to give you a quick update on what’s happening at the SCGOP headquarters and around the state.

Boeing Announces New Facility in N. Charleston

Gov. Sanford, Sen. Graham, Chairman Leatherman and Sec. Taylor Praise Boeing’s Announcement to Locate its New Interiors Facility in N. Charleston New Interiors Fabrication Facility is Expected to Create 150 New Jobs COLUMBIA, S.C. – July 15, 2010 – Gov. Mark Sanford, U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, State Senator Hugh Leatherman and Commerce Secretary Joe Taylor today praised Boeing’s announcement that it will locate its new 787 Dreamliner interiors fabrication facility in N. Charleston, South Carolina. “Since Boeing announced it would put down roots in South Carolina last fall, we’ve had continual reminders of just how momentous that decision was for

New Information: Rob Miller’s Dishonest Attack on Joe Wilson

Rob Miller’s Inaccurate & Dishonest Attack on Joe Wilson Won’t Work Liberal Democrat tries to divert attention from his $370,000 in MoveOn.org Money (Columbia, SC – July 14, 2010) Liberal Democrat Rob Miller’s campaign released a inaccurate and unsourced attack on Representative Joe Wilson this afternoon, trying to link him to lobbyist Jack Abramoff. Joe Wilson has never met Jack Abramoff or taken money from him according to the Federal Election Commission (Source FEC), Wilson sure has met General David Petraeus, who currently commands U.S. Forces in Afghanistan. Just this morning, South Carolina Adjutant General Stan Spears condemned MoveOn.Org,

Democrat Rob Miller rubs elbows with Liberals & Lobbyists in DC today

DEMOCRAT ROB MILLER MAKES TIME FOR SCHMOOZING LOBBYISTS AT TWO LIBERAL FUNDRAISERS IN D.C. TODAY Folks back home wonder why he won’t make time for them (Columbia, SC – July 8, 2010) Rob Miller just can’t seem to stay in South Carolina very long. The candidate who has been missing in action during most of this campaign is holding two fundraising events today in the heart of Washington, DC. And he could come back with a stash of cash from liberal check writers, too. (Click here to read more about them.) First, Miller’s supporters are shelling out cash to rub

SPRATT’S ATTITUDE TOWARDS LACK OF BUDGET? “DON’T WORRY, BE HAPPY.”

Lancaster, SC – July 6, 2010 — South Carolina State Senator and candidate for United States Congress (SC-05) Mick Mulvaney blasted his opponent’s comments today regarding the lack of a federal budget this year. Chairman of the Budget Committee Congressman John Spratt, charged by law to produce a proposed federal budget, was quoted in the Rock Hill Herald this morning as telling a group of Democrats in Fort Mill, S.C., “Don’t worry about the fact we don’t have a budget.” (The Herald, 7/6/10). Mulvaney said, “The law requires him to pass a budget. The language is very clear: ‘On or

IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Democrats John Spratt & Rob Miller give up on the Federal Budget this year

DEMOCRATS PASS ON A FEDERAL BUDGET THIS YEAR Rob Miller seeks to join John Spratt and the gang that ducked fiscal responsibility (COLUMBIA, SC – July 6, 2010) The Democrat-controlled House of Representatives just set a new record – and avoided acting responsibly with your tax dollars, too. It didn’t even go through the pretense of bothering to write a Federal Budget for FY 2011. Instead, the Democrat majority last week passed something called a “budget enforcement resolution.” It is a stunning break from recent history, because the House has passed a budget resolution every year since the modern

Rob Miller Afraid to Align with Political Middle

LIBERAL DEMOCRAT ROB MILLER REBUFFS OVERTURE FROM CONGRESSIONAL “BLUE DOGS” South Carolinians wonder: Why is Miller afraid to side with moderates and conservatives? (COLUMBIA, SC – June 30, 2010) Just when you think liberal Democrat Rob Miller has squirmed all he can to avoid publicly taking a firm stand on key issues, he squirms some more. It’s bad enough he bounces back and forth between talking tough on some conservative issues, and then stands with liberals so he can take their hefty checks. Now it turns out Rob Miller is even afraid to align himself with the political middle! Don’t

URGENT: VICTORY 2010 CHALLENGES ROB MILLER TO RETURN MOVEON.ORG MONEY

AS SENATE HOLDS IMPORTANT HEARING, WILL ROB MILLER RETURN MONEY TO LIBERALS WHO SMEARED GEN. PETRAEUS? SC VICTORY 2010 Challenges Miller to Return $370,950.10 in donations (COLUMBIA, SC – JUNE 29, 2010) An extremist group once questioned whether a successful American Army General would betray us. Who would take money from people like that? Liberal Democrat Rob Miller, that’s who. As the Senate Armed Services Committee holds a hearing today on General David Petraeus’ nomination to command U.S. military forces in Afghanistan, Americans are remembering a shameful incident that happened amid a similar hearing nearly three years ago.

Chairman Floyd’s Live Webcast

Chairman Floyd’s Citizen Hill Town Hall from SCGOP on Vimeo. Today Chairman Karen Floyd took time to answer questions from Republicans across South Carolina in this Citizen Hill live webcast.

Vince Sheheen – Liberal on Illegal Immigration

Columbia, SC – June 24, 2010 – State Senator Vince Sheheen is not what he appears to be. While campaigning as a moderate, Sheheen’s Senate record shows him to be something very different – a “bleeding heart liberal” (The State, 1/11/08) as one Senate colleague dubbed him. In fact, Sheheen’s voting record has been anything but moderate on any number of issues – from illegal immigration, to taxes, to spending and growing government. Sheheen cast the lone “no” vote on a Senate subcommittee bill that would have made sure South Carolina’s government business was conducted only in English! (Associated Press,

The Greene Sheheen Democrat Machine

Sometimes the Democrats make our lives a little too easy. Take for example the top of the Democratic ticket. As much as Democrats want to distance themselves from their Senate nominee, both the Attorney General’s office and the state Election Commission say that there’s no evidence of anything but Alvin Greene winning fair and square. Now his name will head up the 2010 Democrat ticket. Vincent Sheheen can run, but he can’t hide. It was bad enough that he had to share the ticket with Congressman John Spratt in the 5th and Rob Miller in the 2nd. Now Sheheen’s name

Chairman Karen Floyd Hosts Online Town Hall

Dear Fellow Conservatives, Today I would like to invite you to join me in my first public online town hall, which will take place Wednesday, June 23 at 1:00pm. It will be a terrific chance for us to discuss the direction of our Party and how to win big in the Fall elections. The event will take place on a new website called Citizen Hill (www.citizenhill.com), which is absolutely free for you to use. In order to participate, you will simply need to create a free account on Citizen Hill, and then click on the “Town Hall” tab near the

Winning Online in November

Happy Runoff Day Everyone – Just a quick note to let you know that immediately following Saturday’s Executive Committee meeting, I will be holding a Tech Summit to help you start spreading your conservative message online. We will be talking about: 1. The importance of using the Internet and social media 2. How to use social media 3. The social networks and tools you should be using 4. Tools provided to you by the RNC and the SCGOP 5. Question and Answer Session I want to spend a large part of the session answering your specific questions so please come armed. I

1913 Marion: Tomorrow Is The Big Day

Kurt and Wesley welcome you to the new SCGOP staff webcast 1913 Marion.

Joe Wilson Safe

Good news coming from South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District. Nancy Pelosi, Moveon.org and the other liberal Washington special interest may be targeting Congressman Wilson, but they’re not having much luck. According to the polling firm that put Congressman Wilson down to Rob Miller last summer, “with the passage of time SC-2 has not really emerged as a competitive seat for this fall.” According to Public Policy Polling “if you do a poll immediately after something like this has been all over the news for a few days you are liable to get numbers that show a misleadingly close race.” Click here to read the full story!

SCGOP Chairman Responds to Voter ID defeat

Statement by SC GOP Chairman Karen Floyd on the S.C. Senate’s inability to break a Democratic filibuster on the Voter ID bill “The S.C. Senate had a wonderful opportunity to pass new Voter ID legislation this year. Such a reform would have gone a long way in preventing voter fraud and abuse. We were all hopeful the Senate could move it past the finish line,” Floyd said. “Unfortunately it was blocked by a Democratic Party filibuster. I join many other Republican activists across South Carolina in expressing deep disappointment that a Senate with a substantial Republican majority could not break the filibuster. Sadly, several Republican Senators simply

Where in the world was Rob Miller?

Rob Miller apparently must realize he has no chance in November against the very popular Joe Wilson, so Rob is doing all he can to pad his frequent flyer account since he’ll have lots of time to vacation after the November election. Miller’s camp made the unwise choice to highlight Joe Wilson’s week of meeting with small business owners and workers across the Second District. What Rob didn’t tell you was that during Joe’s week of meeting with constituents, Mile High Miller was out of state shaking down liberal elites. Hob-Nobbing Rob chose Houston as his target on June 3.

The End of Big Government Abuses

South Carolina Republican: First and foremost, congratulations are in order for our candidates and their staffs that celebrated their well-deserved victories Tuesday night. Your vigorous campaigning for conservative solutions and values helped facilitate the largest turnout amongst voters in nearly twenty years. We are proud and excited to have each one of you in our ranks and wish luck to those who are preparing for the upcoming runoff. As we eagerly anticipate the final formation of our ticket in just two weeks, we must also begin unifying our state party in preparation for one of the most important fall elections

The Beginning for a Republican Renewal

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on last night’s primary results: “Last night we witnessed the beginning of a Republican Renewal in South Carolina: one built around the conservative principles of economic freedom and individual liberty,” Floyd said. “Not only did the Republican Party field twice as many statewide and federal candidates as the Democratic Party, but we set a new record for total voter turnout in a state primary. Additionally, we turned out twice as many primary voters as the Democratic Party, which speaks volumes about our field of candidates, and about the

Karen’s Primary Day Message

Chairman Floyd’s quick video message on Primary Day 2010.

Change Must Begin With Us

Political pundits keep asking — are we in an anti-incumbent or an anti-Democrat year? I think we are in an anti-status quo year. It could include Republicans, Democrats or incumbents who believe we should keep doing things they way they’ve always been done. We have to accept the premise that Republicans were in charge when things started declining, and that’s because too many Republicans put their faith in government instead of people. We have to get back to the roots of conservatism and demand that our elected officials stay true to our conservative Republican platform. Nationally, we’ve seen what happens

Greenville County GOP, SC GOP file suit to force registration by party

Greenville, SC _ June 2, 2010 – The Greenville County Republican Party and the South Carolina Republican Party have filed suit in U.S. District Court in Greenville, seeking to overturn laws that prevent political parties in this state from holding primaries in which only people registered for that party can vote. The suit will have no effect on the June 8th 2010 Primary Elections, as it seeks only to change the way future primaries are conducted. Currently, South Carolina law allows any registered voter to vote in any political party’s primaries, which denies political parties their 1st Amendment right of

You are Invited!

The South Carolina Republican Party And Chairman Karen Floyd Cordially invite you to a luncheon with Indiana Congressman Mike Pence South Carolina Congressman Joe Wilson Saturday, May 22, 2010 Noon Truffles Cafe 91 Towne Drive Bluffton $1,000 per couple Funds go to benefit SC Victory 2010 Please reply to Donna Martin or Elizabeth Donehue (864) 561-3738/ donnamartin941@gmail.com (843) 864-9414/ elizabethdonehue@gmail.com Make checks payable and mail to SCGOP Post Office Box 12327 Columbia, SC 29211 Federal candidates and officeholders are only seeking funds within the amount limitations and source prohibitions of Federal law, and are not asking for funds from corporations,

Still First

Members of our Republican family – Keeping our First in the South status is a huge deal and we are very excited that our hard work is paying off. Please take a minute to read this fantastic editorial by The Sun News. Have a great day, Karen Floyd ________________________________________________________________ Still First Regardless of what party you vote for, it’s hard not to be pleased with the news that the S.C. Republican Party seems poised to hold on to our state’s “First-in-the-South” position on the GOP presidential primary calendar. Both parties’ primary campaigns in 2008 gave local voters a chance to

South Carolina’s First in the South GOP Presidential Primary status carved out

RNC takes first step toward protecting state’s unique primary status. Tuesday, May 11 – Washington, D.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today announced that a special committee of the Republican National Committee has recommended preserving the state’s First in the South Republican Presidential Primary status. Today, the RNC’s Temporary Delegate Selection Committee issued a recommendation to carve out South Carolina, Iowa, New Hampshire and Nevada. The formal vote on those recommendations will be held later this year, but today’s action virtually ensures that South Carolina’s unique First in the South status will be preserved through the 2012 presidential election. Since South Carolina’s First in

Enhancing Voter Participation

Chairman Floyd talks about the need for fair and safe elections while enhancing voter participation.

Throw Down Hoe Down

The Horry County Republican Party presents THROW DOWN HOE DOWN When: Monday, May 10 5:30-until Where: The Peanut Warehouse, Downtown Conway Join the Horry County Republican Party for food, fellowship and a candidate “Meet-n-Greet” at the Historic Peanut Warehouse in Downtown Conway! SPONSORS and CANDIDATES in ATTENDANCE: United States Congress: Carroll Campbell III, Ken Glasson, Katherine Jenerette, Larry Kobrovsky, Mark Lutz, Clark Parker, Tim Scott, Paul Thurmond, Stovall Witte United States Senate: Susan McDonald Gaddy South Carolina Governor: Henry McMaster South Carolina Lieutenant Governor: Ken Ard, Larry Richter South Carolina House of Representatives: Nelson Hardwick, Thad Viers, Bert von Hermann

Are you registered to vote?

If you’re receiving this email, chances are that you’re a Republican activist. And that means you’re probably registered to vote. But what about your friends, family, coworkers and neighbors? Are they registered? Are you sure? Why don’t you ask them today? The deadline is this Saturday, May 8th. The Internet has given you the ability to talk to hundreds, maybe even thousands, of your friends all at the same time. Please email your address book, tweet your followers and facebook all your friends today. They don’t have to be Republican or even conservative. We believe in 100% voter participation. We

The Results To Our Online Survey

Thank you to the 1,058 people who filled out our issues survey. We are passing these results on to your SC Republican legislators. Here are the results. Do you support a plan to Constitutionally limit the amount of money the General Assembly can spend each year? No – 116 – 11% Yes – 942 – 89% Total – 1058 Do you support a plan to restructure South Carolina’s state government by allowing the Governor to pick the Superintendent of Education instead of electing the position separately? No – 376 – 35.5% Yes – 682 – 64.5% Total – 1058 Do

Tri-County 1st Congressional District Debate at the USS Yorktown, Patriots Point

Berkeley, Dorchester and Charleston Counties have joined together to host, the final 1st Congressional District Debate of the primary season, just three weeks before the Congressional primary, aboard the USS Yorktown, Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at 8 PM. The cost to the public to attend the Debate will be $35.00 per person. A pre-debate reception will be held aboard the Spirit of Carolina at 6:30 PM . Contact one of the Chairman regarding information and cost to attend the reception. A straw poll, to determine the winner of the debate, will be conducted at

Where in the World is Rob Miller, Part V – Raising money everywhere but his district

Columbia, SC – April 27, 2010 – We’ve had a little fun at Democratic Congressional candidate Rob Miller’s expense, highlighting the way he’s been spending time clinking glasses with out of state liberals, kicking television cameras out of public events, and skirting questions about where he stands on healthcare. Today, we add one more to the list of places where Rob Miller isn’t – raising any money in his own Congressional District. Here’s a look at Miller’s fundraising from the first quarter of this year, by the numbers: – Miller has received donations from fewer than 100 people in the

More Constitution, Not More Socialism

My name is Peter vonLehe Ruegner and earlier today I was informed, from the South Carolina Republican Party, that I was the winner of their Victory 2010 Phone Bank Campaign. Attending this year’s Silver Elephant Banquet will be an exciting experience for me because I am actively involved in politics. Over the past year, I have worked with various campaigns and grassroots organizations to help get conservative candidates elected into office. As a rising junior at the College of Charleston, I have witnessed first-hand the biased “liberal” agenda being pushed in the classroom. Geology professors claim “global warming” is manmade;

Meet Marie Read – A Home Phone Banking Winner

I am a Charlestonian. I have been married for 31 years. My husband and I have 8 children between us and 13 grandchildren. We are avid snow skiers. Bridge and jewelry making are my hobbies. I hope to make a difference by making these calls so we can get our country back. We just recently went on the Newsmax Cruise and truly learned a lot about the socialist agenda being shoved down our throats and how we can help to prevent that happening.

Thank You Silver Elephant Sponsors

A very special Thank You to our Silver Elephant Banquet Leadership Council, Capitol Circle and Campaign Sponsors!

Want to know where Miller stands? Follow the $$$…

We just got this email from the NRSC and thought we’d share: Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Connecticut Rep. Rosa DeLauro are consistently ranked as two of the most liberal members of Congress. Other than their extreme liberal views, what else do both of these blue state Democrats have in common? They’re both big-time supporters of liberal Rob Miller. New Federal Election Commission Reports shed more light on liberal mystery man Miller. According to the FEC report, liberal groups led by Pelosi have given Rob Miller nearly $40,000 in the first quarter. Liberal group ActBlue led the way by bundling $12,243

Spratt to give speech at Carolina…North Carolina, that is

Columbia, SC – April 19, 2010 – Rather than holding a town hall meeting in his own Congressional District to try and explain and justify his wildly unpopular role in pushing through President Obama’s nationalization of healthcare, Congressman John Spratt is retreating north of the border to give a speech on the new law at UNC-Chapel Hill. SCGOP Executive Director Joel Sawyer today released the following statement on Spratt’s choice of venue: “It’s no shock that instead of holding a town hall meeting with voters of the Fifth District, Spratt’s public defense for leading the charge for socialized medicine will

Donehue Direct Sponsoring Silver Elephant Blogger Row

Donehue Direct is very excited to be sponsoring the South Carolina Republican Party’s first ever Blogger Row at the Silver Elephant Banquet next Saturday. We have six spots left for bloggers who want to live blog, tweet, or video the event. All candidates, legislators, and other distinguished guests will be asked to stop by blogger row for interviews. WIFI will be provided. If you’d like to be credentialed for one of our remaining six slots, please email me as soon as possible at wesleydonehue@gmail.com. – Wesley Donehue

Our Liberties Are Being Eroded

Across South Carolina today as the deadline for federal taxes looms, it is very heartening to see so many people across our state making their voices heard, to tell the federal government ‘Enough is enough!’ This year, Tax Freedom Day was on April 9. That means the average American is working nearly a third of the year just to pay current tax obligations to federal, state and local government. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. The liberal administration in Washington DC has run our national debts up to over $14 trillion, before you even consider the $2.5 trillion

Karl Rove to headline Silver Elephant Dinner

Straw poll to be held Columbia, SC – April 15, 2010 – Famed Republican strategist, author, and former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove will be the keynote speaker at the South Carolina Republican Party’s 43rd Annual Silver Elephant Dinner. During the Silver Elephant, the SCGOP will also be conducting a “straw poll” among attendees to gauge their preference for each of the six statewide constitutional offices with a primary – Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Treasurer, Comptroller General, and Superintendent of Education. Rove, nicknamed “The Architect,” has a long history of running winning races for Republicans, most

SCGOP Chairman Floyd announces primary ballot questions

VOTERS TO HAVE OPPORTUNITY TO WEIGH IN ON HEALTHCARE, SPENDING Columbia, SC – April 14, 2010 – When Republican voters go to the polls in June, they’ll be able to do more than pick their favorite candidate. South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today announced that the Republican Party has added two advisory referendum questions to its June primary ballot. One question asks voters if the state legislature should enact protections against socialized medicine being implemented in South Carolina. The other asks voters whether the legislature should cap the growth of state spending. The last time the Republican Party

The Biggest Issues Facing SC

Will you take 5 minutes today to give us your opinion on the biggest issues facing South Carolina? You know that our entire nation has been hit hard by this economic decline, but South Carolina has been especially hard and your elected officials need to know what you think. Please take the time to answer these short questions. We will be sending the results to every South Carolina Republican member of Congress and the General Assembly next week. Thank you for taking the time to give us your opinion on these very serious issues. Sincerely, Karen Floyd Chairman South Carolina

Time To Work for Conservative Change

Are you the most dedicated Republican in South Carolina? Are you willing to work for our conservative ideals? It’s time to prove it. We are launching a competition right now to kick off the Victory 2010 program that will lead Jim DeMint, Joe Wilson, Mick Mulvaney, our gubernatorial nominee, and other Republican candidates to victory in November! Starting today, you can make calls to help us identify key Republican supporters across South Carolina. Getting involved is easy. You don’t even have to leave your home. All you have to do is sit in front of your computer and make calls

The Main Thing

Who is the real Rob Miller? Mr. No Comment is at it again.

Members of Congress are expected to take stands and make tough decisions. Joe Wilson’s beliefs are strong and voters know he means what he says. As for liberal Democrat Rob Miller? With the bulk of his campaign funds coming from extreme groups and individuals like MoveOn.org, ActBlue and pornographer Larry Flint, Miller is a little reticent to give his positions on the issues. In Monday’s State newspaper, Miller once again would not give an answer on the health care bill that was recently passed by liberal Democrats. Miller, “Declined to say whether he would have joined 34 Democratic lawmakers in

Interesting fundraising strategy from Team Obama

Author Marvin D. Rogers Debuts His Highly Anticipated Book

The conversation concerning the historical and current relationship between African Americans and Republicans has been shaped by rhetorical cliches, oversimplifications, and incomplete information. In his recently-released book Silence Makes the Loudest Sound: A Conversation between African Americans and the Republican Party (Booksurge: 2010 http://www.amazon.com/Silence-Makes-Loudest-Sound-Conver …), author Marvin D. Rogers turns his frustration with the “easy answers” into a captivating account of the storied relationship between this American race and American political party. Rogers’ perspective at the intersection of race and politics in America is so unique that it caught the attention of Washington Post syndicated columnist Kathleen Parker and NPR

Mallory Factor: Debt Crisis In Paradise

by Mallory Factor What leading vacation destination has a warm, temperate climate, villas overlooking the sea, terrific food and drink, and an enormous debt crisis? Greece has been in the news recently because its massive debt is sparking a crisis in the European Union. But I was actually referring to California. While Greece dominates the headlines, California’s state debt is actually rated as more risky than Greek debt by at least two rating agencies. Although the rating agencies differ in their assessments of Greece and California, Moody’s rating agency gives California a Baa1 while it gives Greece a higher rating—A2.

SCGOP wins top honors for Web site

Columbia, SC – April 9, 2010 – The South Carolina Republican Party today was named the best Web site among Republican Parties across the southeast by the Southern Republican Leadership Conference (SRLC). Launched in February of this year, the SCGOP Web site – www.sc.gop – is a state-of-the-art Web site featuring unparalleled connectivity to numerous Web applications and social networking sites, including Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, and You Tube. The innovative design also includes a scrolling video display across the page masthead, and a blog with constantly updated content. “When I ran for Chairman, I said that Republicans had to stop

We Just Won The Best Website Award

Fighting for First in the South

How A Bill Becomes A Law Under The Pelosi / Reid Regime

I’m just a bill. I’m only a bill. And now I’m loaded down with pork barrel spending. Thanks liberals.

Ben Kinlaw: Healthcare bill is sick legislation

The following was written by Barnwell County Chairman Ben Kinlaw and published in The People-Sentinel. I am writing in opposition to the U.S. House Democrats approving a government take over of the health care system March 21, voting over unanimous Republican opposition by 219-to-212. There is no debate regarding the issue that the health care system needs some type of reform. The House gave final approval to legislation passed by the Senate Dec. 24. The only bipartisanship demonstrated occurred when 34 Democrats joined Republicans in voting against the bill. Americans have disgust when an abuse of power is demonstrated by

A Quick Video Update From Karen

It’s a busy week for the SCGOP. We are heading to New Orleans to keep up the fight for our First in the South status. We’ll drop a few more videos from the road this week.

We Can Defeat John Spratt

Help us take down a national leading liberal by joining our Team 365 at www.sc.gop/1aday.

Keep The Liberals At Bay

I’m going to get right to the point. By now you’ve probably received emails from 50 different campaigns and organizations asking for money. In this hard economy, I know its tough giving to any of them. Today…the South Carolina Republican Party needs your help because we have a real chance to truly change our nation by removing Congressman John Spratt from office and replacing him with a true conservative leader. That’s why I’m asking you to become a Founding Member of Team 365. By clicking here and donating just $1 A Day, you can help us build the grassroots team

Our Statewide, Congressional and Solicitor Candidates

South Carolina Republican Party 2010 Primary Candidates Federal Statewide Solicitor US Senate Governor 3rd Circuit Jim DeMint Henry McMaster Theophilus Williams Susan Gaddy Andre Bauer Gresham Barrett 5th Circuit SC-1 Nikki Haley Katherine Jenerette Clark Parker Lt. Governor 6th Circuit Ken Glasson Krista Cogdill Stovall Witte Bill Connor Paul Thurmond Larry Richter 12th Circuit Tim Scott Ken Ard Rose Mary Parham Carroll Campbell Eleanor Kitzman Larry Kabrovsky 13th Circuit Mark Lutz Secretary of State Walt Wilkins Mark Hammond SC-2 15th Circuit Joe Wilson Treasurer Greg Hembree Phil Black Converse Chellis Curtis Loftis SC-3 Jeff Duncan Attorney General Rex Rice Leighton

$1 A Day Keeps The Liberals At Bay

$1 A Day Keeps The Liberals At Bay and gets you a FREE T-Shirt Can you buy a bottle of water for $1? Can you buy a candy bar for $1? Can you buy a coffee for $1? Actually…a dollar cannot buy you any of those things anymore but, a dollar a day can change America! Today we are facing one of the most liberal agendas America has ever seen. From explosive spending sprees to a government takeover of our health care system President Obama, Nancy Pelosi, and Harry Reid are encroaching onto our rights and threatening our freedoms. Luckily, South

Karen from Charleston Listen and Learn

Karen is touring the state to listen to concerned Republicans to find out where they think our nation and our party should be heading.

Welcome home, John Spratt!

Columbia, S.C. – March 29, 2010 – Now that John Spratt is home from Washington D.C., where he led the charge for the $2.5 trillion government takeover of healthcare, his constituents will be eager to hear why he put liberal, partisan interests ahead of the needs of the hard-working voters of the 5th Congressional District: “Representative Spratt was one of the critical leaders for passing Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s $2.5 trillion dollar government-run healthcare experiment, and we’re glad he’s finally coming home to explain why he sold out for a health care bill that will hurt South Carolina families and burden

John Cox: The Saturday Morning Toast

I took my 4 year old son to eat breakfast this morning. Having three sisters, he appreciates the father-son time more than most. We went to eat at one of Marion’s iconic eateries, Richard’s Restaurant. It’s your typical greasy spoon that you can find in just about every small town in America. Richard Godbold has been a short order cook in Marion for over 50 years. He has been serving up good food for good folks at his present location since 1982. My father’s morning ritual always included breakfast at Richard’s nearly every day up until shortly before he died.

Video: Senator Graham at AIPAC

DeMint Discusses America’s Unsustainable Federal Deficits

Where in the World is Rob Miller, Part IV: Still no answer on healthcare bill

Columbia, SC – March 23, 2010 – Democratic Congressional candidate Rob Miller has shown us he’s pretty good at a few things. Miller is good at clinking glasses with establishment liberals at out-of-state fundraisers. He’s also shown himself adept at kicking television cameras out of public events. Two weeks ago, he displayed great skill in deflecting answers about where he stood on the costly Democratic healthcare bill passed Sunday. And just yesterday, he added a new trick to his arsenal of ways to hide from public scrutiny: just flat out ignoring questions about his stance on the nationalization of healthcare:

Democrats Have The Votes Today, But They Won’t In November

What the House Democrats have done is wrong for the way it expands the federal government’s intrusion into our lives by an unprecedented degree, it’s wrong for the way it puts future generations on the hook for untold future debts, and it’s wrong for the way it takes health care decisions away from the American people and puts those decisions into the hands of government. Perhaps most disturbing of all is the way that the Democratic leadership in Congress rammed this bill through using procedural gimmickry. They might have the votes to force this horrible plan on American taxpayers today,

SCGOP Chairman Floyd Issues Statement on Healthcare Bill Passage

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on Congressional Democrats’ passage of their national healthcare takeover bill: “What the House Democrats have done is wrong for the way it expands the federal government’s intrusion into our lives by an unprecedented degree, it’s wrong for the way it puts future generations on the hook for untold future debts, and it’s wrong for the way it takes healthcare decisions away from the American people and puts those decisions into the hands of government,” Floyd said. “Perhaps most disturbing of all is the way that the Democratic leadership

Mallory Factor: The Art of Economics

Here’s why America needs to listen to Arthur Laffer. Like any field, economics has its trends and fads. Recently, Keynesian economics has been in vogue. Based on the work of British economist John Maynard Keynes, Keynesian economics urge governments to increase their spending and to stabilize the economy in crisis periods. The Obama administration has tried to explain its response to the current financial crisis in terms of the application of Keynesian principles. But as many conclude that our government’s responses have been flawed as well as expensive, it’s time to listen to the advice of another major 20th century

Bring Spratt Home

Since President Barack Obama took office and started pushing his ill-conceived healthcare plan on the American public, U.S. Rep. John Spratt has been one of the plan’s biggest supporters in the House. As Chairman of the Budget committee, he’s Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s right-hand man on the issue. Of course, support for this big government takeover of health care has dropped like rock, so the Democrats are trying every trick they have to try to pass the gigantic bill. The latest idea would even block the ability for the House to vote on the final version of the bill, yet still

Time Is Now For Rob Miller To Give Position On Government Health Care Takeover.

Rob Miller, the clock is ticking. The Second Congressional Democrat candidate has 72 hours to tell South Carolina voters his view on one of the biggest bills to ever come through the halls of Congress. With preliminary Congressional Budget Numbers having just been released, Nancy Pelosi and her gang of liberals have vowed to pass the health care takeover as early as this weekend. Poll after poll shows hard-working Americans saying a resounding “no” to government-run health care. Joe Wilson doesn’t need to stick a finger in the wind. Wilson has been on the record against any government health care

Wesley Donehue: It’s Time For You To Call Rob Miller

Call the Democrat candidate at his campaign office and ask him what his position is. The number is 843-379-3680. Rob Miller wanted to be a member of Congress two years ago, but has refused to give his position on the health bill when asked by reporters on multiple occasions recently. (The Island Packet, The Hill Newspaper) Nancy Pelosi and her gang of liberals have vowed to pass the health care takeover as early as this weekend. This is one of the biggest bills ever to come through the halls of Congress and voters have a right to know Miller’s position.

90 Seconds to Gov’t Run Healthcare

The Hill – Graham: Pelosi has House Dems ‘liquored up on sake’ ready for ‘suicide run’

Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Monday used language that compared House Democrats’ efforts to pass healthcare reform legislation to a Japanese kamikaze mission. “Nancy Pelosi, I think, has got them all liquored up on sake and you know, they’re making a suicide run here,” Graham said on the Keven Cohen Show on WVOC radio in Columbia, S.C. Graham is a staunch opponent of healthcare reform despite his efforts to work with the White House on issues such as terror trials and immigration reform. The South Carolina senator also used strong language against White House senior adviser David Axelrod this

Liberal Group MoveOn.org Tells Rob Miller To Stay under Their Thumb & Keep Quiet on Government-Run Health Plan.

Extreme group MoveOn.org has given Rob Miller big bucks and is calling the shots on health care. Here’s what The Hill Newspaper reports. “On Monday, the liberal group backed that up with an e-mail to its members that threatens primaries for Members who vote against the bill and the release of a new six-figure national cable TV ad campaign that targets Democrats who are wavering on whether to support the controversial legislation.”Read the full Roll Call article here. What would MoveOn.org-supported candidate Rob Miller do if he were in Congress? Miller recently said “no comment” when asked what his position

Join The Architect At The Silver Elephant

We are very excited to announce that “The Architect” Karl Rove will be our guest speaker for the 43rd Silver Elephant Banquet. Americans are fed up with ultra-liberal policies and Karl Rove has proven repeatedly that he knows how to defeat Democrats. Please mark your calenders and save the date for this important event. The Forty-Third Annual Silver Elephant Banquet Location: Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center 1101 Lincoln Street | Columbia, SC 29201 Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010 Time: Private Reception 5:30pm – 6:30pm, Dinner 6:30pm Special Guest, Karl Rove This is an event you don’t want to miss. Click here

Politico: Jim DeMint’s bid to embrace tea party irks Senate GOP colleagues

Sen. Jim DeMint is making a bid to be the tea party movement’s best friend in Washington. It’s hardly a coincidence that the South Carolina Republican finds himself with few friends in his own workplace. DeMint — ideological warrior, cable TV regular, possible 2012 presidential candidate — is trying to channel the anti-establishment passions roiling the conservative movement while serving in the U.S. Senate, which even in a more raffish age of politics still counts as the most establishmentarian institution in American life. Examples of his senatorial poor form keep growing. DeMint has refused to endorse some of his fellow

Miller & Taxpayer Funded Abortions

It’s an issue that Blue Dog Democrats and Republicans all agree on: the federal government should not be paying for abortions in the Democrats’ plan to takeover health care. Now we know why Miller has been avoiding the press and the public. Take his recent statement on the Stupak Amendment. The proposal would not allow federal funding of abortion in any government health plan, with exceptions being in cases of rape, incest or danger to the life of the mother. A local blog posted video of Miller on Tuesday telling a group of Democrats he would not support the Stupak

Will Democrats Keep Blocking Bill Protecting Rights of South Carolina Workers?

Republicans Working To Guarantee Right To Secret Ballot Elections Columbia, SC – March 10, 2010 – South Carolina’s Republican Senators are pushing a bill on the State Senate floor that guarantees a worker’s right to a secret ballot election in the workplace, but liberal Democrats have been working to block that right. Will they continue their fight to deny workers of their rights to secret ballot elections today? H.3305, introduced by Rep. Eric Bedingfield, is a constitutional amendment that would guarantee a worker’s right to voting by secret ballot during union organization. The legislation is a reaction to the deceptively

Where in the World is Rob Miller, Part III

Columbia, S.C. – March 10, 2010 – It’s getting harder and harder to keep track of 2nd Congressional District Democratic candidate Rob Miller. When he isn’t clinking glasses with New York liberals or kicking television cameras out of public events, Miller has been doing a lot of bobbing and weaving on exactly where he stands on government-run healthcare: http://www.islandpacket.com/2010/03/09/1166803/joe-wilson-challenger-rob-miller.html Which leads to the question, “Just where in the world is Rob Miller on nationalized healthcare?” “The healthcare fight has been the single most covered, most debated, and most talked about piece of public policy in recent memory – so refusing

Senate Pushes Conservative Reforms

Senate Guarantees Right To Secret Ballot Elections in Union Votes, Makes Spending Caps Top Priority Columbia, SC – March 10, 2010 – South Carolina’s Republican Senators today moved two key bills being pushed by the state’s business community. The Senate passed the anti-card check bill protecting workers from union intimidation. It also set legislation on special order creating a constitutional cap on state spending. H.3305, introduced by Rep. Eric Bedingfield, is a constitutional amendment that would guarantee a worker’s right to voting by secret ballot during union organization. The legislation is a reaction to the deceptively named federal “Employee Free

Miller hides from the cameras

You have to feel for Rob Miller. He loses his race in 2008 against U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson by eight points, and somehow has to spin it into saying it was a close race. He has to accept more than a million dollars in contributions from out-of-state liberals because South Carolinians just aren’t buying what he’s selling. And even after running for Congress once before, he’s still not ready for the big time. A few weeks ago, he went to speak to a Democratic organization in Irmo. The group, trying to garner some publicity, invited Columbia media to the event.

Christine Byington: Taking America Back

“I have lived in this house since 1993 and you are the first person to talk to me, in person, about a candidate.” In late October 2009 I had the opportunity to travel to Virginia to help lead Bob McDonnell and the Republican ticket to victory. On the third day of walking around the neighborhoods of Western Virginia, I encountered a woman who expressed her joy that someone spoke to her in person. To me, her statement addressed one of the main reasons the 72-hour GOTV is important, and why we should embrace this effort throughout the campaign season. We

Local Democrats: MoveOn.org mystery man Miller is lying about who kicked the media out of Feb. 18 event

Democrat congressional candidate Rob Miller’s attempts to earn the public trust aren’t going over too well in the Second District of South Carolina. He’s currently mired in a war of words with his own supporters, trying to blame local Democrat Party activists for his campaign’s decision to hide the MoveOn.org-backed candidate from the media. On February 18th, Miller spoke to the Greater Irmo Democratic Club. NBC affiliate WIS-TV reported then that Miller’s campaign kicked out the station’s photographer when the event began. <object width=”480″ height=”385″><param name=”movie” value=”http://www.youtube.com/v/FiPVmqSrgfM&hl=en_US&fs=1&”></param><param name=”allowFullScreen” value=”true”></param><param name=”allowscriptaccess” value=”always”></param><embed src=”http://www.youtube.com/v/FiPVmqSrgfM&hl=en_US&fs=1&” type=”application/x-shockwave-flash” allowscriptaccess=”always” allowfullscreen=”true” width=”480″ height=”385″></embed></object>XX Last night on WIS-TV’s 11pm newscast (see attached video

Wesley Donehue: Proud to Stand with Jim DeMint

I couldn’t have been more proud to sit in the back of the room and watch Jim DeMint during his speech to the Conservative Political Action Committee. This was a quiet Congressman I met in 2003 — hired as the fourth staffer on his primary campaign — who has become a national rock star. He’s done good work, but what’s amazing is that he’s become this rock star for a very simple reason: He tells the truth and sticks to his beliefs. It’s both exciting and sad to see. It’s exciting to see someone like Senator DeMint become so popular,

Sharing Our Conservative Ideas

We can take our nation back in 2010. As evident by big wins in New Jersey, Virginia, and Massachusetts and public polls showing President Obama’s popularity dropping like a rock, we know that American taxpayers are sick and tired of extreme spending and debt. But while everyone is fed up with the Democrat’s irresponsibility, we cannot win unless we start promoting conservative ideas and alternatives. That’s why we are launching our new SCGOP guest blog “Take America Back.” This is your forum…a place to share the ideas that can fight big government and restore American freedom. You can start blogging

Another one bites the dust

Columbia, S.C. The South Carolina Republican Party today issued the following statement upon news that liberal lobbyist Dwight Drake has ended his bid for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination. Drake’s announcement was hot on the heels of trial lawyer Mullins McLeod ending his bid, which itself happened not long after yet another liberal trial lawyer, Chad McGowan, ended his challenge to Senator Jim DeMint: “Democrats are dropping out of statewide races almost as fast as the Obama Administration is racking up debt, and that’s no easy feat to accomplish,” SCGOP Executive Director Joel Sawyer said. “The reason is simple – like their big-spending counterparts in Washington, the only ‘solution’ Democrats are

Mallory Factor: Asia’s Recipe for Successful Economic Recovery

The Asian recipe for economic recovery is simple: rather than responding to the global economic crisis with bailouts and increased government control, Asian nations responded by investing in real infrastructure projects, cutting taxes, expanding their internal markets and launching their companies on world markets—and these policies are reaping real benefits. China and other Asian nations are rebounding from the financial crisis while the U.S. and Europe remain deep in recession. Why is Asia up, while Western Europe and the U.S. are flat? Perhaps, it has something to do with Asia’s embrace of pro-growth principles, while the U.S. moves toward increased

The Garnet Spy: I Am The Mob

I am The Mob. I am The Mob because I am angry. I am angry at the elitist politicians voted into office to represent the people but who, instead look down on the people. I am angry at “representatives” who consider the population to be nothing more than unwashed masses who aren’t as smart as they are, aren’t as sophisticated as they are, who aren’t as capable to know what’s best. I am angry because “we the people” are treated as “they the ignorant.” I am The Mob because I care about the safety of America. I care about what

Warren Tompkins: Bunning Right With Pay-As-You-Go

If you’re of a certain age, you remember Jim Bunning’s days as an all-star pitcher before he hung up his cleats for the suit and tie of a United States Congressman. I was proud to serve with my former colleague Lee Atwater as a consultant to Bunning’s 1986 congressional campaign. He’s retiring after this session, opening up his seat to another Kentuckian motivated to serve their state and country. But, he’s not going quietly. During the past week, Bunning objected on a voice vote to appropriate another $10 billion for government projects, which if it wasn’t spent, would end up

This Man Knows How to Beat Democrats

SC Republican Friend – We are excited to be partnering with the Spartanburg County Republican Party in bringing strong conservative leader strong conservative leader Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour in on Monday, March 15th for a fundraiser. I’m sure you’ve seen Haley Barbour on Fox News, pushing for the most conservative government reforms. He’s been a staunch conservative who has been leading a national fight against President Obama’s explosive and wasteful government growth. As Chairman of the Republican Governor’s Association, Governor Barbour led astonishing victories in Virginia and New Jersey. And, he was Chairman of the RNC during the Republican Revolution

Economic Development Competitiveness Act Passes House

Proactive job growth strategy created by private sector input (Columbia, SC) – Today, to make South Carolina more attractive to new industry and help our state’s existing businesses grow, the House passed the Economic Development Competitiveness Act of 2010. This plan was developed by recommendations from an Economic Development Group of private sector leaders House Speaker Bobby Harrell created this past summer. Some of the major recommendations included in the bill (H. 4478) are the elimination of the Corporate Income Tax, restoration of the Closing Fund and various improvements to our economic incentive tools. The Group also expressed its support

Chairman Floyd issues statement on House’s jobs bill

Columbia, SC – March 4, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on the Economic Development Competitiveness Act passed by the state House of Representatives: “Our Republican leaders in the House today showed they understand how important lower taxes and a business-friendly environment are to creating jobs,” Floyd said. “The contrast we are going to offer voters in November could not be more clear, as Democrats believe more taxes and more debt are the prescription for our country. We applaud Republicans for not only standing against this, but for offering positive alternatives of

Where in the World is Rob Miller, Part II

Columbia, SC – February 24, 2010 – Democratic Congressional candidate Rob Miller has been busy, but not in the Second Congressional District where he’s running. First, he was clinking glasses with a liberal club in Manhattan. Last night, he was in Washington, D.C. kowtowing to union bosses at a fundraiser. Tonight, he’s back in the national capital with arch-liberal Nancy Pelosi at yet another leftist meet and greet. National liberal leaders Nancy Pelosi, Steny Hoyer, James Clyburn, and others hosted a “Meet Our 2010 Candidates” reception at the DNC Headquarters tonight, which Miller is attending. Today, S.C. GOP Executive Director

SCGOP Chairman: Democrats’ silence on healthcare is deafening

Columbia, SC – February 22, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today released the following statement on President Barrack Obama’s new $1 trillion healthcare plan, and state Democratic gubernatorial candidates’ silence on the issue: “When it comes to the idea of government-run healthcare, South Carolinians have been clear that they do not want future generations crushed under the debt it will entail, and they do not want Washington bureaucrats making their healthcare decisions for them,” Floyd said. “It is time for our state’s Democratic gubernatorial candidates to stand up and be counted on this issue. Do they stand for liberal, debt-loaded solutions pushed by the president,

Why I switched to Republican: We need jobs

The following editorial appeared in the Augusta chronicle yesterday, we thought that it was an inspiring piece from a new South Carolina Republican. Please take a moment to read. By James E. Sanderson Jr. Guest Columnist Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010 Certainly, it has surprised some in our community that as a lifelong Democrat and a member of the United Steelworkers of America for 36 years, I decided to become a Republican. It wasn’t a choice I made capriciously, nor was it something that hadn’t already been a long time coming. I’D LIKE TO START out by saying that I’m proud

USC CRs at CPAC

We stumbled across some USC College Republicans waiting to visit with Senator Jim DeMint at CPAC.

The Citadel CRs Say Hello From CPAC

The Citadel College Republicans say hello from CPAC in Washington, DC.

Union Bosses support Miller for Congress

Rob Miller realizes that it is hard for him to raise money in South Carolina. Maybe that is why he is holding a fundraiser in Washington DC, at the headquarters of a national worker’s union. The union bosses have chosen him to carry their message in Congress. It’s time for South Carolina to show that we don’t want candidates who kowtow to union bosses. This union fundraiser shows the voters of South Carolina’s 2nd District how truly out of touch Miller has become. Why would Rob Miller want the support of unions? The Boeing company made South Carolina the envy

Tell Obama & Reid Where To Store It

The Democrats in Washington continue to prove that they are not looking out for South Carolina citizens and this time it concerns your family’s safety, not your just wallet. President Obama announced that the federal government will abandon a decades-long plan for nuclear waste storage. The federal government has been planning to send nuclear waste to a safe and secure location in Nevada. The Obama Administration has decided to abandon the plan and leave thousands of canisters of nuclear waste sitting inside our borders. South Carolina has spent more than 1 billion dollars to help develop the site in Nevada,

ESC Reform Overwhelmingly Passes House

Bill restructures our state’s badly broken employment agency (Columbia, SC) – Today, the South Carolina House of Representatives passed a major Employment Security Commission (ESC) Reform bill – H. 3442 – by a vote of 108-1. House Speaker Bobby Harrell made the following statement about the passage of the bill: “The gross mismanagement, total lack of oversight and complete failures in accountability at the ESC will come to an end under the reform laws that the House overwhelmingly passed today. It is our goal to change the ESC from a check writing agency to the job placement agency our state

One Year Later: Stimulus Still Hasn’t Worked

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the one-year anniversary of the $787 billion stimulus package. Graham voted against the bill. “The President is fighting a losing battle trying to convince the American people his gigantic stimulus package was a success. No amount of political spin will change the fact the bill created more government than jobs and dramatically increased our national debt. It’s no wonder his appeals are falling on deaf ears. “One year after the passage of the stimulus we have lost millions of jobs and dramatically increased our national debt. All

SCGOP Chairman Floyd challenges Democrats to oppose atomic bailout for Harry Reid

Columbia, SC – February 16, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on the Obama Administration’s plans to break over two decades of federal promises made to South Carolina, by leaving thousands of tons of nuclear waste in our state that had been designated for permanent disposal at Yucca Mountain, Nevada. “We are proud of our Republican leadership – including the governor, our constitutional officers, our Congressional delegation, and many in the House and Senate – for standing up and pointing out that this decision from the Obama Administration is a thinly-veiled ploy

Watch the Lt Governors Candidates Debate Tonight LIVE

The Anderson County Republican Party is hosting a Lt. Governor’s debate tonight at 7:00 pm and you can watch it LIVE right here at www.sc.gop. Tune back in to this page at 7:00 pm tonight. Video clips at Ustream

Miller’s roots aren’t very deep

Rob Miller claims to have a grassroots campaign. He says he has the support of thousands of grassroots activists. Last month, his campaign sent out an email stating that Miller is “focused on developing a strong grassroots organization.” However, look a little closer, and the picture appears very different. You can’t phone bank or pick up signs from Rob Miller’s headquarters, but you could send something next-day air. Miller’s campaign headquarters is listed as 219 Scott Street in Beaufort. It’s a UPS Store. The Miller campaign would like you to think he has a lot of support, raising more than

Chairman Floyd on Fox News

Pre-Debate Countdown

Before the SCGOP Gubernatorial Debate in Charleston we hosted a Pre-Debate Countdown. We sat down with representatives from the Campaigns and other guest throughout the night. The Countdown was broadcasted live on Ustream, but if you didn’t get a chance to watch it then we have some of the footage posted below.

Budget adds too much to debt

Our country is attempting to recover from one of the worst economic periods in history and the Democrats have a budget proposal that will do little to help. The budget proposal does help the Democrats though, by using a procedure called “reconcilliation” to pass their latest version of government-run health care. One of the Democratic ringleaders behind this proposal is South Carolina’s own, John Spratt. He is Nancy Pelosi’s House Budget Chairman. We must do everything we can to ensure that Congressman Spratt is not sent back to Washington next November. The following editorial ran in the Greenville News and

Chairman Karen Floyd on ‘Morning Joe’

Chairman Floyd appeared on “Morning Joe” today to discuss the SCGOP’s agreement to work with the local Tea Party. We have attached the video in case you missed it. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

Meet Sen. Lee Bright

Meet Senator Lee Bright, a conservative champion from Spartanburg County, leading the fight against the federal government’s encroachment on our rights.

Karen’s Blog – There’s a lot we can do!

Hello conservative friends. We have a lot going on this week so let me dive right in. I’ve been burning up the roads, and the phones, attending as many GOP events as possible while raising much-needed funds for the November election. This weekend I visited the North Myrtle Beach Republican Club and Mrs. Cleo Steele for their 10 year anniversary. I then rushed back to Spartanburg to attend the wedding of Ladonna Rygg’s daughter. On Sunday night the boys had 7 of their teenage friends over to watch the Super Bowl. There’s never a dull moment. By now you’ve probably

Guest Post: America Is Still Hurting From the First Stimulus — Another One Would Be a Calamity

by Mallory Factor Democrats pushed us down the path of higher spending, higher unemployment, lower wages, and, ultimately, a slower recovery. And now they are expecting to do so again with a new similar stimulus plan. Kudos to the Democrats for finally noticing that the people want the president and Congress to focus on job creation. Yes folks, Obama is talking jobs again. At a recent town hall event, he announced, “I’m calling on Congress to pass a jobs bill to put more Americans to work — building off our Recovery Act — put more Americans back to work rebuilding

Congressman Mike Rogers’ opening statement on Health Care reform

Someone directed my attention towards this video today, I enjoyed it and thought that everyone should take a few minutes and view it.

SCGOP lauds new agreement with conservative activists

Greenville GOP, Upstate conservative groups unveil cooperative agreement SCGOP Chairman to implement model at state level Greenville, SC – February 8th, 2010 – The Greenville County Republican Party and the Upstate Coalition of Conservative Organizations – a group that encompasses many Tea Party activists and a number of other groups – today announced a cooperative agreement aimed at having the two groups work together on mutual goals. The four areas of agreement are as follows: – Increasing precinct involvement – Improving Communications between the Republican Party and all Coalition groups – Creating a Liaison between the Republican Party and the Coalition groups – Working

Bob Holtzmacher…A True Patriot

It’s never easy when a friend dies, especially a friend who is a real part of your family. This week my dear friend Bob Holtzmacher passed away. He was a member of our South Carolina Republican family, a true patriot who Mr. Greg Shorey says “set a high standard of dedication, which others would do well to emulate. I sat down to write about Bob’s commitment to our party, our state, and our nation, but then I read Mr. Shorey’s words which describe exactly how I feel about the loss of this true patriot. I hope you’ll take a moment

SCGOP Chairman Floyd to join Greenville GOP, Upstate Liberty activists for announcement

Columbia, SC – February 5, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd will be in Greenville on Monday (February 8, 2010) to join the Greenville County Republican Party and Upstate Liberty movement/Tea Party activists for a news conference. The groups will be announcing a new cooperative agreement aimed at advancing common conservative principles and goals. At the event, Floyd will discuss how the new Upstate model may be implemented on a state level. The news conference will take place at 11:00 a.m. at the Greenville County Republican Party Headquarters (850 Wade Hampton Blvd). For more information or directions

SCGOP Chairman Floyd issues statement on Drake “jobs” plan

Columbia, SC – February 4, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on Democratic gubernatorial candidate and lobbyist Dwight Drake’s “jobs” plan that he unveiled earlier today at the Statehouse: “If Mr. Drake’s plan sounds familiar, it should, since it is nearly verbatim the jobs plan proposed last year by Senate Republican Majority Leader Harvey Peeler,” Floyd said. “Of course, Mr. Drake spends so much time at the Statehouse lobbying for our tax dollars that it is easy to understand how things like whose plan it is might run together for him. That

Karen’s Blog – You Are Making A Difference

After spending the day in Columbia at the headquarters, now I’m in Charleston for a series of meetings before finally settling back home in Spartanburg tomorrow. It seems like there’s a million things happening as we inch closer to primary season and I wanted to take a few minutes to give you an update. Last week’s debate was amazing. The turnout was fantastic and I have to tell you, it was one of the best moderated debates I’ve ever seen. Joe and Mika were simply fantastic. They asked tough, pointed questions of each of the candidates while keeping a great flow.

If Al Gore Would Have Known…

If Al Gore Would Have Known This Was Going To Happen, Maybe He Wouldn’t Have Invented The Internet! The Democrats were very successful and out-worked Republicans nationally on the Internet in 2008. But, the tables have turned. We’re very excited about the rollout of the new SCGOP Web site. The redesign and new options offer interactivity that will give us the best state party website in America. Republicans have been coming back and making gains across the country by mounting innovative campaigns, finding new and better ways of taking our message to the people. Bob McDonnell in Virginia won his

House Republicans Protest Federal Power Grab

Defeat Democrats’ opposition to our Second Amendment rights COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s House Republicans approved a resolution criticizing the Federal Government for blatant attempts to grab power and abridge the rights reserved for states and the people in the U.S. Constitution. “This bill is a key part of our ‘Unfinished Business’ agenda of items we approved last session,” said Rep. Kenny Bingham, the House Majority Leader. “We are glad the Senate sent this resolution back to us 11 months after House conservatives recognized the threat and registered our protest.” The House first approved H. 3509 last February and sent

SC GOP Chairman praises House Republican action on healthcare rights

Columbia, SC – February 2, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on House Republicans’ successful passage of a bill re-affirming our citizens’ rights to make their own healthcare decisions: “Our House Republicans stood tall today for our state’s right to set its own policies, and our citizens’ rights to make their own healthcare decisions,” Floyd said. “Our Party stands for responsible spending and protecting individual liberty, and we are pleased that both the Senate and House have now passed this important piece of legislation that goes to the core of those principles.”

Floyd issues statement on voter ID bill passage

Columbia, SC – January 28, 2009 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on the state Senate’s passage of a bill that will require photo ID for voting in South Carolina, and provides for an early voting process: “A secure and accessible voting process is the hallmark of our democracy, and this bill is one key to making that voting process as secure as possible,” Floyd said. “This bill is incredibly important to the state Party and our Executive Committee, and we are proud that our Republican majority in the Senate made it a

GOP Gubernatorial Debate – January 28, 2010

Video: Republican State Senators Pass Monumental Election Reform

Liberal ACORN tactics stall Voter ID debate

Our friends over at Conservative.sc posted this blog post last night. We thought we would share it with you along with a YouTube video of Senator Larry Grooms discussing the SC Voter Id bill. Posted on Jan 27, 2010 by Executive Editor by Dave Wilson, Executive Editor When the SC Senate adjourned last Thursday, Republican senators knew they were in for a fight with their Democratic counterparts come Tuesday when they returned to Columbia. They weren’t let down. Democratic leaders, in an attempt to stall debate on a House-passed Voter ID bill, introduced some 800 amendments this afternoon in a

It’s Coming…

You’ve been hearing about our new Web site for a couple months and we are excited that’s its almost here. We will be officially launching the site one week from today, but as a member of the South Carolina Republican Party, you get to see it this Thursday. While our Republican candidates for Governor meet in Charleston to discuss the tough issues facing our state, we will be sending you a link to find our new interactive website and to view our live Debate Countdown webcast. We will be broadcasting from the debate and we’ll even be giving you the

SC GOP Chairman Floyd issues statement on Gen. Stan Spears

Columbia, SC – January 26, 2010 – State Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on state Adjutant General Stan Spears’ decision to not seek another term: “General Spears has served our state and nation with professionalism and dedication, and I join with many others in thanking him for his service and wishing him well,” Floyd said. “Given the threats to our national and homeland security that we face today, the leadership of our National Guard has never been more critical. We look forward to electing a strong Republican adjutant general to succeed General Spears, and continue

Meet Senate Majority Whip Danny Verdin

South Carolina Senate Majority Whip Danny Verdin (Laurens County) is helping lead the fight for comprehensive election reform in the State Senate. Senator Verdin believes, as we do, that we must make voting as easy as possible with new early voting rules, and as secure as possible by demanding that each voter verify his identity with a government issued identification card.

Karen’s Blog: The Ladies Who Lunch

Before the Gubernatorial debate next week, the SCGOP will be hosting a special luncheon with the former and current First Ladies of South Carolina. Mrs. Beasley, Mrs. Campbell, Mrs. Edwards, and Mrs. Sanford will all be speaking along with the Co-host of “Morning Joe,” Mika Brzezinksi.

Cherokee councilman Mathis switches parties, joins Republicans

We are extremely excited to announce that Charles Mathis is joining the Republican Party. The following article appeared in the Spartanburg Herald Journal this morning. Charles Mathis will seek re-election this year to his District 5 seat on the Cherokee County Council as a Republican. The veteran Democrat has held the seat for more than two decades and said Wednesday his switch was not a sudden move. “I’ve had a lot of supporters talk to me over the years about changing. When we as a candidate sign that statement, we pledge to support the party, and that’s OK for local

SCGOP Chairman comments on Republican Brown’s victory in Massachusetts

Columbia, SC – January 19, 2009 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd tonight issued the following statement on Republican Scott Brown’s victory in the Massachusetts U.S. Senate race: “This victory is a sign of great things to come for Republicans, because if the conservative message can win in the bluest of blue states, it can win anywhere,” Floyd said. “On a practical level, it means another vote against government-run healthcare in the U.S. Senate. But what it represents is a growing national chorus pushing back against the president’s agenda of big spending, big government, and big debt. When

Senator Mulvaney Discusses The Sovereignty Resolution

Yesterday, South Carolina State House Blog posted the following interview with State Senator Mick Mulvaney regarding S.424

Karen’s Blog: Please Attend The SCGOP Debate

This year South Carolina voters will choose a new Governor to lead our state during extremely trying times. It’s important that we choose a Governor with conservative ideals and a vision to move our state forward toward economic prosperity and freedom. This is not a decision that any of us should take lightly as our actions will impact every family in this state for years to come.

SC GOP Chairman praises Republican Senators’ action on healthcare rights

Columbia, SC – January 19, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on Senate Republicans’ successful passage of a bill to stop “Obamacare” in its tracks in South Carolina, by re-affirming our citizens’ rights to make their own health care decisions: “We are incredibly proud of our Republican Senators for standing strong for our state’s right to set its own policies, and our citizens’ rights to make their own health care decisions,” Floyd said. “Opposing government-run healthcare goes to the core of who we are as a Party – one of responsible spending

Meet Tom Young

Born and raised in Aiken, Rep. Young is a low-taxes, small government, home rule true conservative. Passionate about public service and making our community a better place to live, Rep. Young knows that conservative ideals will progress our state.

Karen’s Blog: Can You Believe It?

It’s hard to imagine, but its true. We have a chance to pick up a United States Senate — in Massachusettes, of all places! Republican Scott Brown is close to winning in one of the bluest of the blue states. Voters everywhere are realizing that a government takeover of our health care system will break the bank and cost our nation even more jobs. This one is going to be very, very close. Republicans around the country are organizing and now South Carolina can do its part. I need you to help out today by calling voters in Massachusetts and

MSNBC’s Mika Brzezinski to join co-host Joe Scarborough to moderate Charleston debate

Brzezinski to also speak at First Ladies’ luncheon, with current and former First Ladies Columbia, SC – January 18, 2010 – The South Carolina Republican Party today announced that Mika Brzezinski, co-host of MSNBC’s “Morning Joe,” will join former Congressman Joe Scarborough in moderating the Republican gubernatorial debate on January 28th in Charleston. Brzezinski will also speak at a lunch earlier in the day being done in conjunction with the debate to honor current and former Republican First Ladies of South Carolina, who will all be present at the event. They include Mrs. Jenny Sanford, Mrs. Mary Wood Beasley, Mrs.

SCGOP Chairman comments on House Republican agenda

Columbia, SC – January 14, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on the state House Republican Caucus’ agenda: “It’s never been more important to have our Republican leaders so focused on creating jobs and improving the economic climate in our state, and I am pleased to see those goals represented so prominently in the House Republican agenda,” Floyd said. “The Republican Party will offer voters in November a clear choice between our platform – which is all about responsible government, lower taxes and protecting liberty – versus the Democratic platform, which is

Karen’s Blog: Excited About Our New Website

I’m writing today is to give you a quick update on our web operation. You probably know by now that we’ve been putting a lot of emphasis on revamping our online presence because we know the web will be vital in this year’s election. When you talk about the Internet, most folks just think about websites. But our web operation will span far past just the website you will find at www.sc.gop. In fact, most of our activity will occur away from the SCGOP homepage on social networking and video sharing sites like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Flickr . We

SC GOP Chairman calls on state Democrats to end obstructionism

Columbia, SC – January 12, 2010 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement, calling on Senate Democrats to end their obstructionism on a measure to protect South Carolinians from government-run healthcare that would rob from taxpayers while hurting healthcare quality:

Meet Shane Martin

Meet State Senator Shane Martin, a true conservative leader from Spartanburg County who fights daily for less spending and limited government. This is a man you can trust to carry our conservative Republican banner in the State Senate.

Karen’s Blog – The Legislators Are Back

Yesterday the State House and Senate reconvened for the 2010 session. The legislators have a lot on their plates this year in having to deal with South Carolina’s struggling economy and this year promises to be one of the toughest sessions on record. It didn’t take long for things to get hot in the Senate as your Republican State Senators stood up for our conservative values by unveiling legislation that fights Obama Care. We all know what a government takeover of our health care system means to the quality of health care in America. And we know that a massive

Urgent Alert – Help SC Fight The Federal Government

We all know what a government takeover of our health care system means to the quality of health care in America. And we know that a massive expansion of government will only do more damage to our economy. But your Republican State Senators also contend that President Obama’s plan reaches out beyond the federal government’s scope under our nation’s constitution and intrudes on our state’s rights under the 9th and 10th Amendments. I agree. They’re fighting back with a resolution that directs the Attorney General to take action against the federal government on behalf of South Carolina taxpayers. I’ve attached

Meet Dan Hamilton

In our second installment of Meet Your Republican Legislator you get to meet State Representative Dan Hamilton, a true conservative from Greenville County.

Senate Republicans Need Your Help

The voice for conservative government took a major blow in 2008 with the election of a filibuster-proof Democratic majority in the US Senate. Since then, conservatives have struggled in the fight against Democrats’ push for more taxes, more bureaucracy, and less freedom. But on Tuesday, January 19, we have the opportunity to fight back.

Meet Thad Viers

With the General Assembly returning to town today, we are excited to launch our Meet Your Republican Legislator video series. Today we introduce you to Horry County’s Representative Thad Viers. Elected at just 23-years-old, Representative Viers has become known for his leadership advancing conservative legislation.

Honoring Our Legislative Leaders

On Tuesday our leaders at the General Assembly reconvene to tackle the big problems facing South Carolina’s families. Our legislators have a lot on their plates this year as President Obama’s spending policies are killing our economy and putting many families out of work. But here in South Carolina our legislative leaders are keeping taxes low and ensuring that we remain a strong right-to-work state, two key reasons Boeing has moved to our state. Every year we host a legislative reception to welcome our Republican leaders back to town and to raise much needed funds for the next election.

Karen’s Blog: Getting Ready for November

Good morning everyone. I hope you are staying warm on this very chilly Monday. This is the first of what will hopefully be very frequent blog posts to keep you informed of what we’re up to at the SC Republican Party headquarters. We’ve been extremely busy in preparations for this year’s important Congressional mid-term and South Carolina statewide elections. These elections will shape the direction of our state and nation for the next few years, which makes it one of the most important elections in recent cycles due to the fragile state of our economy. Here at the party headquarters

Smooth Sailing Ahead or The Perfect Storm?

Hey everyone. I wanted to share this article from South Carolina’s own Mallory Factor with you. I think you’ll find it very interesting. Thanks, Karen By Mallory Factor As we begin 2010, the daily news reports tell us that the economy is on the mend and indicators are suggesting that the recession is ending. In many ways, things just seem better than at the beginning of 2009. The stock market has stabilized and rebounded. Reports tell us fewer people are losing their jobs. Other reports tell us that the economy is in the early stages of a recovery. US manufacturing

Karen’s Blog: We Represent South Carolinians

Fellow Republicans – I hope you are finding a way to stay warm on this very chilly Monday. I’m writing today to pass along this article, which highlights the weaknesses of South Carolina’s Democratic Party. We know our strengths – we are the party that represents the core beliefs of South Carolinians. We represent South Carolina’s working families, who understand that big spending and massive government programs are severely damaging our economy and killing jobs in our state and in every state across this nation.

SC GOP Chairman Floyd issues statement on Congressman Brown’s retirement

“Congressman Brown has been a dedicated public servant for nearly three decades, and we appreciate his service to our state and Party,” Floyd said. “Congressman Brown has been a loyal member of our Party since being first elected to the state House at a time when Republicans were far tougher to come by in our state. The State Republican Party is going to do everything we can to make sure this seat stays in Republican hands, as it has been since 1981. We wish Congressman Brown nothing but the best as he retires to spend more time with his family.”

2010 is our year!

Fellow Republicans, As we all begin to celebrate the New Year, it is also a time to reflect on the successes of 2009. The South Carolina Republican Party was able to pay off its mortgage debt by completing the Milliken Match, which will allow us to devote more resources toward our core mission of electing Republicans in 2010. Republican leaders throughout the state were actively involved in bringing Boeing to South Carolina, which will create thousands of jobs for our citizens. In Washington, our Republican leaders like Senator Jim DeMint and Congressman Joe Wilson stepped forward to fight against government-run

Floyd: Democrats should stop blame shifting on National Security

MCGOWAN SHOULD SUPPORT DEMINT’S EFFORT AGAINST SECURITY UNIONIZATION Columbia, SC – December 29, 2009 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement, praising Senator Jim DeMint’s efforts to get answers on the future of Travel Security Administration’s workforce: “Democrats seem to have returned to a pre- 9/11 mentality, as witnessed by their closure of Guantanamo Bay, putting accused terrorists in civilian courtrooms, and paying off union supporters by potentially subjecting our national security to union bosses,” Floyd said. “Senator DeMint is right to ask pointed questions about where the Obama Administration stands on putting our

SC is leading the fight to take our nation back

During this holiday season, we all look forward to celebrating the values upon which our nation was founded. This year those values are under attack from big government liberals who think they know how to spend our money better than we do. But while President Obama, Speaker Pelosi, and Majority Leader Harry Reid work around the clock (literally) pushing a massive expansion of government, we are happy to see South Carolina’s Republicans leading the fight against this horrible idea.

A Christmas Message from Chairman Karen Floyd

Merry Christmas and happy holidays! I truly wish each of every one of you a joyful Christmas season. While as a Party we celebrate diversity and are respectful of all traditions associated with this time of the year, the observance celebrated by my family and by most South Carolinians is the birth of Jesus Christ. Two lessons from Christ’s life strike me as particularly applicable for all of us as we head into the New Year. First and foremost is that of love. As human beings, we will all disagree often. But it is our challenge to always disagree in

Rep. Clyburn makes Christmas come early for Jamestown…California

KING OF PORK BARREL SPENDING NOW SENDING MONEY TO WRONG DISTRICT Columbia, SC – December 22, 2009 – Rep. Jim Clyburn’s reputation for spreading around Congressional earmarks is legendary. Now, he’s taking it one step further by sending pork all the way to California. Clyburn intended to earmark $100,000 for a library in Jamestown, South Carolina. But through an inexcusable lack of due diligence on his and the rest of the Democratically-controlled Congress’ part, the earmark instead was sent to Jamestown, California. Incidentally, the town the money was sent to doesn’t have a library, and the library in South Carolina

MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough to moderate GOP Gubernatorial Debate

CHARLESTON TO HOST DEBATE IN JANUARY Charleston, SC – December 17, 2009 – The South Carolina Republican Party today announced that conservative cable host Joe Scarborough will moderate the state GOP’s gubernatorial debate, to be held on January 28th in Charleston. Scarborough is a former Florida Congressman and host of the popular show “Morning Joe” on MSNBC. He recently authored “The Last Best Hope: Restoring Conservatism and America’s Promise.” The debate will take place at Memminger Auditorium in Charleston. Further details about the debate and the events surrounding it will be announced soon.

Video: The Milliken Match, We Did It!

Last week, we announced that the Milliken Match had been completed. We are extremely excited to have our mortgage paid off, and now the focus is on winning in 2010. We created a brief video with some of the highlights from Friday’s press conference. Please take a moment and watch the video if you were unable to attend, or simply want to relive this historic moment.

Great Things Are Happening

Great things are accomplished when concept, vision, leadership and action come together, and I am pleased to report that your Republican leadership team celebrated just such an event this past week. As you all know, for the last two and a half months we have been incredibly focused on meeting our December 7 deadline for the “Milliken Match,” our effort to raise enough money to pay off our mortgage debt at the state Republican Party Headquarters.

“Where in the World is Rob Miller?” mystery solved

MILLER FOUND CLINKING GLASSES WITH NEW YORK CITY LIBERALS Columbia, SC – December 9, 2009 – South Carolinians in the 2nd Congressional District haven’t seen Rob Miller in months, but the question of “Where in the World is Rob Miller” has finally been answered today: he’s palling around with New York City liberals.

A Historic Day For SC Republicans

Friday marks a historic occassion for the South Carolina Republican Party and we want you to join us for the celebration. Three months ago we set out to pay off all our debt and own our headquarters out right. Doing so puts us in a much better position to spend our resources on winning in 2010. With Congressman Wilson and Senator DeMint up for re-election, we have to build a strong conservative organization in every corner of the state.

Statement from Karen Floyd on the death of Grady Patterson

Columbia, S.C. – December 7, 2009 – State Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on the death of former State Treasurer Grady Patterson.

You’re Invited

The South Carolina Republican Party Ambassador David Wilkins Milliken Match Gift Chairman & Governor James Edwards Naming Rights Chairman Cordially Invite You to a Debt Retirement Celebration

Will you say Thank You to Senator Jim DeMint?

We’re sending a Thank You card to Senator Jim DeMint and we want to include your name. Senator DeMint has become a national conservative leader for his fight to stop President Obama’s ultra-liberal agenda. This week Senator DeMint was attacked by Obama crony Chad McGowan, because he’s been working tirelessly to elect strong conservatives to the United States Senate. McGowan says that Senator DeMint is ignoring South Carolina but you and I both know that nothing could be further from the truth. The best thing Senator DeMint can do for South Carolina families is to fight off Washington liberals and

Democrats’ Senate candidate breaks flip-flop record

MCGOWAN STATES, CHANGES POSITION ON PUBLIC OPTION IN LESS THAN 48 HOURS Columbia, SC – December 1 2009 – A South Carolina Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate, Chad McGowan, today set a new land-speed record for flip-flopping, doing a 180 on public option health care in less than 48 hours. On the popular social networking Web site Twitter, McGowan said Sunday that he would support a healthcare bill “with or without” President Obama’s public option plan. Then today, McGowan’s campaign sought to distance him from the remark, saying that he opposes a “government takeover of healthcare” – also known

Happy Thanksgiving

With all of the challenges we face as a state and as a nation, sometimes it is easy to lose sight of the fact that we are truly the most blessed country on the earth. Today we are thankful for our friends and neighbors, to whom we are far more united by our commonalities than we could ever be by our differences. Today we are thankful for a nation where we are free to disagree. Today we are thankful for the tens of thousands of soldiers who are putting themselves in harm’s way to protect and defend that freedom. Today

Republican Leaders Welcome Boeing

Many of the instrumental leaders in bringing Boeing to South Carolina were on hand at the Groundbreaking last Friday. Including Senator DeMint, Senator Graham, Speaker Harrell, State Senators McConnell and Leatherman. They all spoke about the enormous impact that Boeing will have on our entire state. All these Republicans are leading the charge to turn our state around and are making South Carolina a leader in industry. Without these men thousands of jobs would be headed to Washington instead of South Carolina. We have attached footage from the Groundbreaking so that everyone could witness this historic moment.

Democrats Add More Debt

President Barack Obama and his liberal allies in Congress are continuing to put our nation further in debt with government-run health care, automotive takeovers, and stimulus packages that are now creating jobs in make-believe congressional districts. Read more. Are you ready to rack up even more debt beyond what we now owe to foreign nations like China? If so, the South Carolina Democratic Party is here to help.

Help Find Congressional District 45

President Obama’s massive stimulus package is creating a lot of jobs in South Carolina. 8,147 jobs to be exact. According to the Obama Administration’s new website at www.recovery.gov, the jobs were created in South Carolina’s 16th, 43rd, 45th, 32nd and 12th Congressional districts. There’s just one problem. The Congressional districts are fake. South Carolina only has 6 Congressional districts. Fake districts. Fake jobs.

SC GOP Chairman says state deserves answers on stimulus spending

FLOYD PRAISES US REP. WILSON, STATE SEN. MULVANEY FOR DEMANDING ACCOUNTABILITY Columbia, SC – November 19, 2009 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson and state Sen. Mick Mulvaney’s individual efforts to get to the bottom of the unaccounted-for stimulus spending in South Carolina. The White House’s Web site is reporting nearly $41 million being spent in Congressional Districts that don’t exist in South Carolina, prompting Rep. Wilson to call for an audit of the stimulus spending, and for Republican Senator Mulvaney to demand answers from Democratic Congressman John

Lap Dog Match Game

The Republican National Committee (RNC) today launched the Senate version of the Lap Dog Match Game at lapdogs.GOP.com to help Americans hold Senate Democrats accountable for their votes as President Obama’s and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid’s health care experiment makes its way to the Senate floor. The game continues to encourage visitors to match statements made against the Democrats’ government-run health care bill with the Senate Democrat who said it. The game targets 14 different Senate Democrats who have expressed opposition to President Obama’s government-run health care plan and gives Americans the opportunity to point to their statements if

Obama Potter

Obama must be using magic, because he has spent millions to create jobs in Congressional Districts that don’t even exist! ABC News Jonathon Karl Here’s a stimulus success story: In Arizona’s 15th congressional district, 30 jobs have been saved or created with just $761,420 in federal stimulus spending. At least that’s what the Web site set up by the Obama administration to track the $787 billion stimulus says. There’s one problem, though: There is no 15th congressional district in Arizona; the state has only eight districts.

Let me get this straight…

One of our supporters emailed this to us recently and we wanted to share it with you. We’re going to pass a health care plan written by a committee whose head says he doesn’t understand it, passed by a Congress that hasn’t read it but exempts themselves from it, signed by a president who smokes and also hasn’t read it, with funding administered by a treasury chief who didn’t pay his taxes, overseen by a surgeon general who is obese, and financed by a country that’s nearly broke. What could possibly go wrong?

SCGOP In The News

Our Republican Party leaders have been working hard to protect our freedom and our tax dollars. Here’s some recent news from a number of our elected officials: Senator Jim DeMint co-authors a Wall Street Journal column on the importance of maintaining economic freedom with respect to the Internet Rep. Joe Wilson says supporters of government-run healthcare should have a taste of their own medicine: Speaker of the S.C. House Bobby Harrell talks about Boeing, the House’s 2010 agenda, and staying connected through social networking: Senate Majority Leader Harvey Peeler discusses how Boeing announcement proves need to stop card check legislation

SCGOP Chairman issues Veteran’s Day statement

State Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on Veteran’s Day. “Thanking our veterans for their courage and sacrifice is something that transcends our differences and unites us all as Americans,” Floyd said. “Our freedom to have open debate and discourse, along with the freedom to change our government as we see fit was created and continues to be secured by our nation’s soldiers. The South Carolina Republican Party joins our state and nation in thanking our veterans this day for their heroism.”

SCGOP Chairman condemns Spratt, Clyburn on healthcare vote

FLOYD: VOTE PROVES DC DEMOCRATS OUT OF TOUCH WITH STATE Columbia, S.C. – Nov. 10, 2009 – State Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on U.S. Representatives John Spratt and Jim Clyburn’s votes on the government takeover of healthcare passed this weekend: “This bill is a tragedy for our nation, because of costs it will pass on to future generations; because of the healthcare decisions it will take from doctors and patients, and put into the hands of bureaucrats; and because of its crippling impact on small businesses,” Floyd said. “Last Tuesday, voters in New Jersey

Highlights From The Gubernatorial Debate

Earlier this week all ten candidates from both parties were on hand at the Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College for the Gubernatorial Debate. It was the first time in our state’s history that candidates from both parties appeared in a debate before the primaries. We were on hand to show support for all the Republican candidates and were able to compile the video below.

Mulvaney Announces His Campaign for Congress

On Monday Senator Mick Mulvaney announced that he would be running for Congress against John Spratt in District 5. Chairman Floyd was on hand at his announcement and we are all extremely excited and eager to help him Represent District 5 in Washington DC. For more information regarding the announcement we have attached an article from the Newberry Observer:

Chairman Steele and Pence Announce a 12 Hour Online Town Hall

WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Michael Steele, House Republican Conference Chairman Mike Pence (R-IN), and other House Republicans will hold an online town hall meeting on Thursday, November 5, 2009. This online health care forum named “Pelosi Plan Exposed” will run for 12 hours and expose the 12 truths of Nancy Pelosi’s health care bill. House Republicans will also promote and discuss the GOP health care legislation introduced in the House this week. During this unique and interactive online broadcast, Americans will be able to ask questions and interact with Members of Congress through Facebook, Twitter, and e-mail

SCGOP Volunteers Working Hard on Election Day

We have been very busy here in Virginia. We have knocked on thousands of doors and walked through too many neighborhoods too count and we have made thousands of phone calls. But everything we have done has been worth it. We are here to support the Republican cause and that makes every step on this trip meaningful. Today is election day and we are doing everything we can to get people to the polls and vote for the Republican team. We have been trying to capture as much as possible on video and wanted to share it with all of

Our Team In Virginia

Our Political Director Matt Nichols, Deputy Political Director Kurt Pickhardt, and Third Vice Chairman Adam Piper are in Virginia helping turn out the vote for Republicans. They departed from Columbia on Friday with a bus full of volunteers ready to make a difference. Whenever they get a chance, they make video blog entries from the road to keep us updated on all the action. Here are the first videos and there will definitely be more as the election gets nearer.

Chairman Floyd, Speaker Harrell, and Majority Leader Peeler issue statements on Boeing decision

Columbia, S.C. – October 28, 2009 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today issued the following statement on Boeing’s decision to locate its new assembly line in South Carolina: “This is great news for South Carolina. We can all be proud of our Republican leadership team for focusing on job creation and economic development,” Floyd said. “Boeing’s decision confirms that our Republican, pro-business philosophy is the right course for South Carolina’s future. We owe a debt of gratitude to Republican leaders who have fought so hard for so long to protect South Carolina from heading down the path

Milliken Match Thermometer

Just a few short weeks ago, we announced an incredible opportunity for our Republican Party – to pay off our headquarters mortgage years ahead of time, and to make revenue-generating efficiency upgrades to the building. All of this is being made possible by a giant and leader in the Republican Party, Mr. Roger Milliken, who agreed to match dollar-for-dollar what we raise toward the mortgage repayment.

Help Us Stir Up The Hornet’s Nest – Join Victory 2010

Dear Friend: We’ve killed a bad immigration bill that would have given amnesty to millions of illegal immigrants. We’re leading the fight to stop earmarks and to end the Congressional Favor Factory. We’ve fought bank bailouts, automotive industry takeovers, and a “porkulus package” that’s putting us even more in debt to foreign nations like China. We’re currently fighting tooth and nail to protect the private market against a borderline socialist health care proposal. And needless to say…we’ve really stirred up a hornet’s nest. Now those hornets are looking for someone to sting, and they’re flying toward me. President Obama and

Southern Republican Leadership Conference

Good afternoon everyone. We just wanted to give you the chance to learn a little about the 2009 Southern Republican Leadership Conference. It’s the largest GOP gathering prior to the 2012 Republican National Convention where you can expect to see the top Republican leaders in the country. The brightest minds and the freshest ideas will be in attendance.

There’s a good reason Rob Miller is hiding

There’s a reason Rob Miller is hiding. He doesn’t want you to know that he’ll just be another big government drone. Government-run health care. More bailouts. Extreme spending. Bad energy policy. That’s what you’ll get from Rob Miller. A cat doesn’t have his tongue. The Washington liberals do. Don’t let the Move On and Act Blue teams take South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District for Washington style extreme liberal policies. Get involved today with Congressman Joe Wilson’s reelection campaign.

SCGOP Academy: A Must-Attend Event

Monday night the Horry County GOP headquarters was packed with GOP activist from across the coastal region. They were there for the first of 10 SCGOP Academies that will be held through out the state. The crowd was full of faces familiar in South Carolina Republican circles; most of the attendees have been doing the hard work of electing GOP candidates for years. The SCGOP Academy is the one of many new programs being instituted by South Carolina Republican Chairman Karen Floyd. The Academy is taught by some of the best and brightest political professionals in the country. In conjunction

SC Democrats Have A “Pretty Weak Bench”

Who is Chad McGowan? That’s a question a lot of folks are asking today after reading about his opposition to Senator Jim DeMint. Here’s what our spokesman Joel Sawyer had to say about McGowan in today’s news: “It’s clear that the Democratic Party has a pretty weak bench,” said Joel Sawyer, spokesman for the state GOP. “He’s a personal injury attorney who’s barely from South Carolina. We don’t think that someone barely from South Carolina can represent the interests of South Carolina taxpayers the way Senator DeMint has.”

Barnwell County Chairman’s Op-ed

Over the weekend Barnwell County Republican Party Chairman, Ben Kinlaw, wrote an op-ed for The People Sentinel. Chairman Kinlaw voiced his support for Senator Jim DeMint in his battle against frivolous Congressional earmarks. It was written in response Representative Bakari Seller’s op-ed written last week. In case you missed the article, we have attached it below.

The SCGOP at the State Fair

As people from all corners of South Carolina visit Columbia for the annual State Fair. Many of them will notice our booth in the Hampton Building. At the booth everyone can sign up to volunteer, get email updates, and even register to vote. Of course, there are campaign materials from all the Republican candidates for you to take home. We hope that everyone gets a chance to attend the Fair and stop by and say hello to all of us. Below is a short message from Ryan greeting everyone from the South Carolina State Fair.

New GOP.com

The RNC created a new website and we hope that you have heard about it, but if you have not, check it out here. WASHINGTON – The Republican National Committee today announced a newly redesigned, revamped and reorganized online platform, GOP.com, that links together the RNC’s new website with various social media applications. The new GOP.com will promote increased grassroots participation and innovation, better communication, improved platform compatibility and smarter marketing and fundraising tools for the GOP.

Jim DeMint: Important Campaign Announcement Video

We just received this email from U.S. Senator Jim DeMint. We thought we should pass it along to you When South Carolinians elected me to the U.S. Senate in 2004, I promised to fight for the principles of freedom that made America the greatest and most prosperous country in history. But politicians in both parties continue to support more spending, more debt, higher taxes and more government takeovers. This has brought our economy to its knees and cost millions of Americans their jobs.

Karen Floyd: Fighting to keep our first-in-South primary

The existing system of selecting the Republican nominee for president of the United States works well. Wisely, it starts with small states: the first caucus in Iowa and the first primary in New Hampshire. Then the eyes of the nation turn to South Carolina, home of the first-in-the-South contest. It is a bellwether event in American politics. When you think about it, South Carolina has a fantastic track record in vetting the candidates. Last year, for example, we rejected Barack Obama. Today the rest of the nation is just beginning to realize we were right. After only nine months in

Wilkins to Chair Fundraising Effort for Milliken Match

FORMER AMBASSADOR, HOUSE SPEAKER TO LEAD FUNDRAISING EFFORT Columbia, SC – October 8, 2009 – Former U.S. Ambassador to Canada and Speaker of the South Carolina House David Wilkins will chair the fundraising efforts for the SC GOP’s recently launched “Milliken Match” drive, Chairman Karen Floyd announced today. Wilkins agreed to lead the effort announced last week, the goal of which is to pay off all of the mortgage debt held by the Republican Party, and to make sustainability upgrades to the SC GOP Headquarters. Upstate textile magnate Roger Milliken agreed to pay half of the Party’s mortgage, so long

The Truth About Democrat’s Health Care Experiment

As the nation gets closer to the Democrat’s pushing this government controlled heath care bill through Congress; we thought that everyone should read the truth behind the left’s plan. The Democrats’ Government-Run Health Care Plan Is The Wrong Solution The Senate Democrats’ health care bill is still government-run health care by another name. It would still ration care by putting a government bureaucrat between patients and their doctors. This health care experiment costs more than $900 billion and is paid for by cutting Medicare by $400 billion. Not only does this put seniors’ benefits and quality of care in jeopardy,

Rep. Pitts Headed to Afghanistan

We have learned today that one of our Republican state legislators, Rep. Ted Pitts of Lexington, will be deployed to Afghanistan early next year. As reported on state Rep. Nathan Ballentine’s blog, Rep. Pitts is stepping out of the race for Lt. Governor, and will not run for re-election to his House seat either. Representative Pitts’ example serves as a great reminder to all of us that the blessings of liberty we enjoy are secured through tens of thousands like him leaving their families and careers behind to put themselves in harms’ way to keep the rest of us safe.

Text the SCGOP

Here at the South Carolina Republican Party we are continuing our technology upgrades by offering a text message alert system. By signing up for the text message service you will receive updates straight to your phone.

GOP on Twitter

We have been encouraging all of you to join Twitter to stay in touch with all of us here at Party headquarters. But, as many of you know, Twitter can be used to follow just about anyone. So, we have created a complete list of all Republican elected officials that are active on Twitter. The new page can be found just below the “Contact” button at the top of this page.

Show America That “Freedom Works”

We just received this email and video message from Senator DeMint and wanted to share it with you.

SCGOP Chairman Floyd, Roger Milliken Announce matching funds donation

MILLIKEN MATCH TO HELP PAY FOR BUILDING DEBT RETIREMENT, SUSTAINABILITY UPGRADES Columbia, SC – September 28, 2009 – Thanks to a generous new donation for building improvements, the SC Republican Party is investing in sustainable building practices. SC Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd and upstate textile and manufacturing magnate Roger Milliken today announced that Milliken has agreed to make dollar-for-dollar matching donations to pay for the Party’s headquarters mortgage. The Party is using the opportunity to upgrade the facility to green building standards, also known as LEED standards, a concept introduced to the Party by Milliken. The cost between the

Video: SCGOP Announces Milliken Match

SC Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd and upstate textile and manufacturing magnate Roger Milliken today announced that Milliken has agreed to make dollar-for-dollar matching donations to pay for the Party’s headquarters mortgage. The Party is using the opportunity to upgrade the facility to green building standards, also known as LEED standards, a concept introduced to the Party by Milliken. The cost between the mortgage balance and the needed upgrades is approximately $500,000, of which Milliken has agreed to match up to half of the mortgage balance on a dollar-for-dollar basis up until December 7, 2009.

Milliken Match: In the News

Yesterday, there was a press conference held at the SCGOP headquarters announcing Mr. Roger Milliken’s generous contribution to the Party. Here are four great articles describing the entire event.

Video: Thank You Mr. Milliken

During our press conference yesterday many people wanted to thank Mr. Roger Milliken for his continued support of our Party. This is a short video showcasing some of our friends as they express their gratitude for the great things Mr. Milliken has done for the South Carolina Republican Party.

This Week’s Tech Update

We’ve been having a great time ramping up our online presence over the past few weeks. In this quick video, Wesley tells us about our new activity on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. And as you can see, Wesley is very excited about Mr. Roger Milliken’s new fundraising match that will enable us to build a state-of-the-art media room…allowing for more than just a Starbucks pyramid background.

SCGOP Chairman Floyd and Roger Milliken to make major announcement

Columbia, SC – Upstate textile and manufacturing magnate Roger Milliken and SC Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd will be in Columbia on Monday (September 28, 2009) to make a major fundraising announcement at the SC GOP Headquarters (1913 Marion Street, Columbia). GOP officials – including Speaker Bobby Harrell, Congressman Joe Wilson, and others – and party activists will be on hand for the announcement, which will also relate to the Party’s efforts to be good stewards of the environment.

Glenn McCall talks about the debate

We ran into our National Committeeman, Glenn McCall, after the “First in the State” Debate, and he was kind enough to let us share his reaction with all of you. Be sure to check back next week for more crowd reactions and footage from the Gubernatorial Debate next week.

Joel Sawyer’s Reaction to the “First in The State”

The SCGOP’s Communications Director, Joel Sawyer, gives us his analysis of the “First in The State” Gubernatorial Debate held on September 22, in Newberry. The debate was hosted by the Newberry and Laurens County Republican Parties.

America can’t allow terrorism to triumph

BY LINDSEY GRAHAM During August I spent 16 days traveling through lands where the horrific attacks of September 11 were planned and other strategically important Middle Eastern countries. It was a stark reminder of how long we have been fighting violent terrorists and how important it is we not give up.

Last Night Was A Huge Success

The “First In The State” Gubernatorial debate was a great way to kick off the battle for the Governor’s mansion. It was an amazing experience seeing the Newberry Opera House filled with so many people interested in the future of our Party. The State newspaper had a great account of what the candidates discussed in the debate.

Karen is on Twitter too

Last week we told you all about Twitter and we urged you to follow us to stay up-to-date on all the latest happenings at the SCGOP. Well, don’t forget to follow our Chairman, Karen Floyd too. She just revamped her twitter page at www.twitter.com/karenfloyd. Follow Karen as she works hard to make our Party the most successful one in the country.

Tonight’s The Debate

Tonight is the “First in the State GOP Gubernatorial Debate,” presented by the Laurens and Newberry County Republican Parties. All five announced and likely Republican candidates will participate-Congressman Gresham Barrett, Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer, Attorney General Henry McMaster, State Sen. Larry Grooms, and State Rep. Nikki Haley. The State Party is extremely proud of all the hard work done by the County parties and this is a great opportunity for voters to see the next Governor of South Carolina. The debate starts at 7:00. It will be moderated by WIS anchor Judi Gaston and streamed live online, click here to

Ryan Meerstein Welcomes You To The SCGOP Headquarters

In the coming weeks, you will be seeing a lot of new developments right here at sc.gop. One of those items will be frequent video blogs from SCGOP members and staffers to give you an inside look at the GOP operation and our country parties. Here’s Executive Director Ryan Meerstein, welcoming you to our new video blog:

Join Us On Facebook!

We created a new Facebook page so that it is easier for us to stay connected with all of you. Having a page will allow Facebook to become the central hub for all our social media activity. With the fan page all of our activity will appear in your “newsfeed” just like the rest of your freinds. We will be shutting down the old group so we would appreciate everyone becoming fans, and of course, recruiting more people to join. If you want to become a fan of the SCGOP simply click here.

Wesley Donehue On Our Internet Outreach

Wesley Donehue chats in this quick web cast about our new development blog and how we will be using the web to communicate with our current members and recruit new members. We have the message to win and now we are building the tools.

Follow Us On Twitter

If you are reading this blog post on the web, chances are that you know exactly what Twitter is. If you don’t, let us explain. Over the past few months you’ve probably heard about Twitter or noticed a news anchor say something like “follow us on Twitter @foxnews.” Twitter is a great service that allows us to share quick, short messages. Created to answer the question “what are you doing?” twitter has grown way past that original purpose and is now used to share just about anything…thoughts on issues, links to important stories, urgent updates…you can share it all on

Rep. Rita Allison, SC GOP File Defamation Suit to Stop Anonymous Attacks

GOP CHAIRMAN FLOYD FORMS LEGAL TRUST FUND FOR FUTURE EFFORTS Lyman, SC – September 17, 2009 – State Representative Rita Allison joined with state Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd and SC House Speaker Bobby Harrell to announce the filing of a defamation suit, aimed at sending the message that false and slanderous attacks won’t be tolerated in South Carolina. Rep. Allison’s personal reputation was recently attacked in an anonymous mailing that was sent to dozens or more of her friends and constituents in her House district. Rather than ignoring the attack, Rep. Allison and Chairman Floyd decided to fight back,

I’m a Republican

We believe that President Obama is spending way too much of our hard-earned money. We believe that going more in debt to nations like China threatens our freedoms. We believe that government run health care is the wrong answers. We believe in the constitution of the United States of America. We believe in a strong national defense and secure borders. We believe our freedoms are granted by God.

Red State: I’m a Republican

We just wanted to share this post from Redstate.com, the nation’s largest Republican blog: Click here for the post. This is very well done. The South Carolina Republican Party has put together the video below. It launches tomorrow throughout the state. I know a lot of you have all sorts of ideas for advertising for the GOP. I know because many of you email these things to me. It looks like the South Carolina Republican Party has been getting the same stuff, because this ad campaign is right in line with what a lot of you send me.

Stand With Joe

Washington Democrats and their liberal allies want to divert attention away from the questions being raised about the massive government takeover of health care. In fact, they have made me their Number One target -- already raising more than a million dollars to attack me.But Joe will not give up and he will not back down.

SC GOP Launches New Web Site, Video

FLOYD: LAUNCH IS FIRST STEP IN BECOMING NATIONAL LEADER FOR TECH OUTREACH Columbia, SC – September 14, 2009 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd today announced the launch of the Party’s new Web site, along with an introductory video that Floyd said will serve as a “first step” in the SC GOP’s effort to become a national leader in Internet outreach and technology utilization. The SC GOP launched a new splash page, Web video and development blog, all aimed at becoming more connected with the growing number of Republicans in the state, and using Web technology like social

About Our Development Blog

Hello. And welcome to our brand new development blog. The Internet is changing the world. It’s changing how we get our news, how we shop, and how we interact with our friends and family. So it’s only natural that it also changes the way govern and run campaigns. We are excited about making the Internet and the latest technologies a central part of our activities and the daily operations of the South Carolina Republican Party. Over the next few months, you will be seeing some exciting things happening. We are going to launch a full website soon with a host

Welcome To Our Development Blog

The South Carolina Republican Party is pleased to announce some exciting news. One of my goals in leading the Party is to be at the forefront on technology and using the Internet to connect to the grassroots. Today, the SC GOP today launched a new Web site at sc.gop that includes a new splash page and an introductory video. The page includes a development blog that will connect you to the Party in new ways. There will be news updates and insights on how the Party is being run, with video updates by members of the executive committee, staff, and

Floyd Statement on Wilson Attacks

“The fact that Democrats are still seeking to attack Rep. Wilson days after he apologized for his outburst goes to show that their action today is about nothing more than politics. Democrats know that Americans do not want to take part in the President’s risky healthcare experiment, so they are doing what they do best – making the debate about something other than healthcare. If Democrats were half as good at engaging on healthcare reform in a bipartisan manner as they were playing the apology police, we would be far better off as a country,” Floyd said.

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