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Democrat Ballot Harvesting Operation in Marion County

October 21, 2024

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

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SCGOP joins FEC complaint against Kamala Harris

July 26, 2024

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

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Joe Biden’s address after exiting 2024 Presidential Race

July 24, 2024

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

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Joe Biden suspends 2024 Presidential Campaign

July 21, 2024

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

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

March 4, 2024

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.) –

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Republicans make their voices heard on SCGOP’s Advisory Questions

February 28, 2024

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

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President Donald J. Trump wins SC Republican Presidential Primary

February 24, 2024

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

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SCGOP condemns efforts to encourage Democrat participation in our Primaries

February 19, 2024

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.) –

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South Carolina Democrat Party Primary

February 3, 2024

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

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Governor McMaster’s State of the State address

January 24, 2024

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

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Statement on SCDP Roe v. Wade Press Conference

January 22, 2024

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

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

January 19, 2024

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

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SC Legislature makes progress with three crucial bills

January 18, 2024

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

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Candidates Certified for SCGOP Primary

December 28, 2023

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

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SC Primary Filing Closed, List of Candidates

October 31, 2023

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

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Kamala Harris visit to College of Charleston

October 12, 2023

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

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Darlington Democrat switches to the Republican Party

October 2, 2023

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,

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

August 23, 2023

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

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Drew McKissick wins re-election for SCGOP Chairman

May 20, 2023

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

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SCGOP Statement on Biden Seeking Re-Election

April 25, 2023

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

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SCGOP Statement on the Indictment of President Donald Trump

March 31, 2023

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

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SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick wins RNC Co-Chair

January 27, 2023

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

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Disappointing Decision from SC Supreme Court

January 5, 2023

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

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South Carolina Republicans Continue to Make History

November 9, 2022

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

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Far Left Lisa Ellis – Too Radical for South Carolina

October 11, 2022

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.) –

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Questionable Cunningham Needs to Come Clean

October 6, 2022

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

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What is Democrat Annie Andrews hiding?

September 21, 2022

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

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

September 20, 2022

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,

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Historic Republican win in Dillon County

September 14, 2022

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

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SC Republicans Agree: State Representative Krystle Matthews should resign

September 9, 2022

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

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Radical State Representative Krystle Matthews should resign

September 8, 2022

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

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Richland County is as crooked as a snake in the grass

September 2, 2022

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.)

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Richland County Hiding the Truth to Protect Democrats

September 1, 2022

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,

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

August 1, 2022

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

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

July 7, 2022

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

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

June 30, 2022

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

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

June 28, 2022

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

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

June 28, 2022

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

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

June 27, 2022

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

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Roe v. Wade overturned is a victory for life everywhere

June 24, 2022

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.) –

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Lack of Evidence leads to 2022 Primary Protests Denied 

June 24, 2022

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

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Congratulations to Congresswoman Nancy Mace

June 14, 2022

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

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Congratulations to Trump endorsed Russell Fry

June 14, 2022

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

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Cunningham is no problem–none

June 14, 2022

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

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Congratulations to Attorney General Alan Wilson

June 14, 2022

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

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Voters will reelect Gov. McMaster for four more years

June 14, 2022

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

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

June 10, 2022

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

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Republican majority delivers historic election integrity reform

May 12, 2022

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

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Congratulations Speaker Murrell Smith

April 28, 2022

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

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State Senate Poisoned H.4919

April 21, 2022

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

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

March 30, 2022

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

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

March 15, 2022

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

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

March 8, 2022

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

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

March 2, 2022

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

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

March 1, 2022

With Joe Biden in the White House, the State of the Union is bleak (Columbia, S.C.) – Tonight President Joe Biden will deliver his

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President Trump Coming to South Carolina

February 25, 2022

President Trump Coming to South Carolina (Columbia, S.C.) – This morning, President Trump announced he is returning to South Carolina for a rally. See

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SCGOP Urges Congress to Regulate Big Tech

February 24, 2022

SCGOP Urges Congress to Regulate Big Tech (Columbia, S.C.) – At its first quarter meeting, the South Carolina Republican Party Executive Committee unanimously passed

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Last Democrat on Dorchester County Council switches to the Republican Party

February 21, 2022

Last Democrat on Dorchester County Council switches to the Republican Party (St. George, S.C.) – SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding

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

January 19, 2022

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

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

December 17, 2021

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

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SCGOP Passes Election Integrity Resolution

December 14, 2021

SCGOP Passes Election Integrity Resolution (Columbia, S.C.) – On Saturday, December 11 the South Carolina Republican Party held its fourth quarter State Executive Committee

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Election integrity matters regardless of candidate or outcome

November 17, 2021

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

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Voters are tired of Democrat control

November 16, 2021

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

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South Carolina will mourn the loss of State Senator Hugh Leatherman

November 12, 2021

South Carolina will mourn the loss of State Senator Hugh Leatherman (Columbia, S.C.) – Longtime Republican State Senator Hugh Leatherman passed away earlier today.

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Concerned Parents Should NOT be called terrorists

November 8, 2021

Concerned Parents Should NOT be called terrorists (Columbia, S.C.) – After the National School Board Association (NSBA) called parents “terrorists” and strong urging from

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Republicans picked up big wins in municipal races across the state

November 3, 2021

Republicans picked up big wins in municipal races across the state (Columbia, S.C.) – Republicans all across the state picked up big wins in

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

November 2, 2021

SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick: Municipal elections show Republican momentum still strong (Columbia, S.C.) – The City of Georgetown elected three Republican city council members

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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

October 20, 2021

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

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

September 15, 2021

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.)

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

September 2, 2021

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

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

August 31, 2021

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,

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

August 18, 2021

SCGOP to host inaugural First in the South Republican Action Conference in October (Columbia, S.C.) – The South Carolina Republican Party is hosting its

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

July 6, 2021

Former Trump Administration Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is 54th Silver Elephant Gala Guest Speaker (Columbia, S.C.) – On Friday, July 30, the South

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Darlington Democrat switches to the Republican Party

June 30, 2021

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,

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

April 28, 2021

(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

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SCGOP Executive Committee Votes on State Convention Plans

April 28, 2021

(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

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Former President Trump endorses SCGOP Chairman

February 23, 2021

Former President Trump endorses SCGOP Chairman (Columbia, S.C.) – Yesterday evening former President Donald Trump officially endorsed SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick in his reelection

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SCGOP Chairman McKissick appointed to RNC Election Integrity Committee

February 17, 2021

SCGOP Chairman McKissick appointed to RNC Election Integrity Committee (Washington, D.C.) – This afternoon the Republican National Committee announced the formation of an Election

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SCGOP Formally Censures Congressman Tom Rice

January 30, 2021

SCGOP Formally Censures Congressman Tom Rice (Columbia, S.C.) – Roughly two weeks ago, Congressman Tom Rice voted with Democrats to impeach outgoing President Trump,

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

January 13, 2021

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.

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SCGOP Chairman on the state of presidential race

November 7, 2020

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

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SCGOP beats Democrats on straight ticket voting for third straight election

November 6, 2020

SCGOP beats Democrats on straight ticket voting for third straight election (Columbia, S.C.) – The SCGOP beat Democrats on straight ticket voting for the

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Republican State Representative Nancy Mace defeats incumbent Democrat Joe Cunningham

November 4, 2020

Republican State Representative Nancy Mace defeats Democrat Joe Cunningham (Columbia, S.C.) – Early this morning, Republican State Representative Nancy Mace defeated Democrat Joe Cunningham,

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Senator Lindsey Graham defeats Associate Chairman of the DNC Jaime Harrison

November 3, 2020

Senator Lindsey Graham defeats Associate Chairman of the DNC Jaime Harrison (Columbia, S.C.) – Senator Lindsey Graham, unsurprisingly, defeated Associate Chairman of the DNC,

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Democrat Jaime Harrison deserves to answer about dark money super PAC

October 29, 2020

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

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

October 20, 2020

Associate Chairman of the DNC, Jaime Harrison, is getting desperate (Columbia, S.C.) – Jaime Harrison, the current Associate Chairman of the DNC, and his

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

October 5, 2020

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

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

September 3, 2020

Former Trump White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders is 53rd Silver Elephant Gala Guest Speaker (Columbia, S.C.) – On Friday, September 11th, the

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

August 11, 2020

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

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Calling Senator Tim Scott a “Token” is Not Productive

June 18, 2020

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

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President Trump Wins South Carolina Democrat Primary

February 29, 2020

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

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SCGOP Statement on CNN Democrat Town Hall Night 2

February 26, 2020

Charleston, South Carolina – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement tonight following the conclusion of the 2nd CNN Town

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SCGOP Statement on Jim Clyburn’s Endorsement of Joe Biden

February 26, 2020

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

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

February 25, 2020

Charleston, South Carolina – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement tonight after the Democratic Party primary debate in Charleston:

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SCGOP Statement on SCDP Dinner and CNN Town Hall

February 24, 2020

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

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SCGOP Statement on Buttigieg and Biden visit

February 23, 2020

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

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

February 21, 2020

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

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SCGOP Statement on President Trump’s North Charleston Rally

February 20, 2020

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

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

February 14, 2020

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

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

February 14, 2020

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

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

February 14, 2020

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

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

February 14, 2020

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

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

February 14, 2020

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

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

February 13, 2020

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

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

February 7, 2020

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

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SCGOP statement on the vindication of President Trump

February 5, 2020

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

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

January 31, 2020

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

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Hollywood Elites for Harrison

January 31, 2020

In case you missed it, yet another Hollywood elite has weighed in on the South Carolina Senate race, and surprise, it is to support

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

January 31, 2020

We wanted to highlight an article from The State, which confirms what we all knew, that Adair Boroughs would have voted with Alexandria Ocasio-

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

January 24, 2020

We wanted to flag a recent editorial from the Post and Courier, which describes how beneficial the new US- China trade deal is for

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SCGOP Statement on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

January 24, 2020

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

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SCGOP Statement on Joe Cunningham’s Planned Parenthood Endorsement

January 24, 2020

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

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SCGOP Statement on Signing of Phase One China Trade Deal

January 17, 2020

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

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SCGOP Statement on Joe Cunningham’s town hall

January 17, 2020

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today in response to Rep. Joe Cunningham’s town hall in

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SCGOP Statement on Deval Patrick’s visit to South Carolina

January 17, 2020

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

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

January 10, 2020

Hugo, Matthew, Floyd… are all names of real hurricanes that hit South Carolina and destroyed lives, livelihoods, and homes- but Rep. Joe Cunningham believes

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SCGOP Statement on Rep. Joe Cunningham’s Impeachment Vote

December 18, 2019

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Rep. Joe Cunningham’s vote in support of impeaching

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

December 13, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on Presidential Primary Lawsuit Ruling

December 11, 2019

Columbia, SC. – The South Carolina Republican Party released the following statement regarding today’s ruling on the presidential primary lawsuit:    “We are pleased

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

December 6, 2019

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Nancy Pelosi’s announcement that House Democrats will move

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SCGOP Statement on Cory Booker’s visit to South Carolina

December 6, 2019

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Cory Booker’s visit to the South Carolina:

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SCGOP Statement on the Democrat’s Frivolous Lawsuit

November 25, 2019

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding the frivolous lawsuit filed today by the DSCC,

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

November 22, 2019

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

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

November 22, 2019

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:

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

November 15, 2019

We wanted to flag a recent article from The State that highlights how the RNC, SCGOP, and Republican organizations are working to hold Joe

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SCGOP Statement on the Democrats’ Public Impeachment Hearings

November 13, 2019

Columbia, South Carolina.- The following is a statement from South Carolina Republican Chairman, Drew McKissick, regarding the public impeachment hearings in Washington: “It is

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

November 8, 2019

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

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

November 7, 2019

Yesterday, the SCGOP announced that Steve Michael and Leighton Gray Smith will be joining our Victory 2020 Team. Republicans across South Carolina are energized

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SCGOP Announces First Victory 2020 Team Members

November 6, 2019

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

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Surprise: Joe Cunningham stands with Nancy Pelosi!

November 1, 2019

Last night, Joe Cunningham finally came clean with where he stands on the baseless impeachment inquiry against President Trump. Answer? He stands with Nancy

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

November 1, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on Democrats Plan to Hold Vote on Impeachment Inquiry

November 1, 2019

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding the Democrats plan to hold a vote on

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

November 1, 2019

Columbia, SC.- South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding the visits of 2020 Democrats to South Carolina for

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

November 1, 2019

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding the RNC resolution condemning the impeachment inquiry. “With

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Hollywood Harrison

October 25, 2019

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)

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SCGOP Statement on Democrat Debate in Ohio

October 17, 2019

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding tonight’s Democrat debate in Ohio: “The Democrats are clearly

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Video: Republicans protesting impeachment

October 17, 2019

Fellow Republicans, All across the country, Republicans are speaking out in support of President Trump and in opposition to the madness of the latest

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

October 9, 2019

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

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

October 9, 2019

Columbia, SC. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement today regarding Elizabeth Warren’s town hall in Orangeburg. “Elizabeth Warren

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

September 29, 2019

Columbia, South Carolina. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Jaime Harrison’s campaign launch with Cory Booker. “After

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

September 27, 2019

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

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

September 18, 2019

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

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

September 17, 2019

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

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SCGOP releases statement on Democrat Debate in Houston, TX

September 13, 2019

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

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

September 10, 2019

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

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

September 9, 2019

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

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SCGOP Releases Statement on Mark Sanford’s Presidential Announcement

September 8, 2019

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

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The Impeachment Queen is Coming

September 1, 2019

Fellow Republicans, The queen of impeachment Nancy Pelosi is coming! She’s coming here to lecture South Carolinians about who we need to elect –

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

August 29, 2019

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

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

August 29, 2019

Columbia, South Carolina: – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding Julián Castro’s visit to South Carolina: “We want

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SCGOP statement on Amy Klobuchar’s visit to South Carolina

August 19, 2019

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

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

August 15, 2019

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

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

August 14, 2019

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

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

August 12, 2019

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

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Night 2 Democrat Debate: SCGOP Statement

July 31, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on Democrat Debate in Detroit

July 30, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on Tega Cay Police Memorial and Religious Freedom

July 29, 2019

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

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

July 23, 2019

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

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SCGOP Announces Mick Mulvaney as Silver Elephant Keynote Speaker

July 20, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on Mark Sanford’s possible vanity project

July 16, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on Tom Steyer’s visit to South Carolina

July 13, 2019

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,

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

July 10, 2019

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.

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

July 5, 2019

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

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Happy 4th of July from the SCGOP

July 4, 2019

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

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Lights, Camera, Socialism- Part 2

June 28, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on SCOTUS Ruling

June 28, 2019

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

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Lights, Camera, Socialism- Part 1

June 27, 2019

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

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The circus is coming: SCGOP Statement

June 22, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on Planned Parenthood forum in Columbia

June 22, 2019

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

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

June 20, 2019

Opinion: Why US must fix its broken immigration system South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson June 16, 2019- Greenville News The national security and

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

June 20, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on President Trump’s Re-election Announcement

June 19, 2019

(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

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

June 14, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on 1st Congressional District

June 10, 2019

Columbia, SC: SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement regarding the 1st Congressional District. “The South Carolina Republican Party is 100 percent committed

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

June 6, 2019

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

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Joe Cunningham stands with Nancy Pelosi on amnesty

June 5, 2019

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

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

May 31, 2019

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

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

May 29, 2019

(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

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

May 29, 2019

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

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SCGOP Memorial Day Message

May 27, 2019

On Memorial Day, and every day, we honor the brave men and women who selflessly paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect our rights and

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

May 24, 2019

(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

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Party Switch

May 24, 2019

Fellow Republicans, Today the SCGOP was pleased to welcome Lancaster County Clerk of Court Jeff Hammond to the Republican Party! Jeff Hammond has served

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SCGOP Congratulates Newly Elected Party Leadership

May 21, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on President Trump’s Immigration Proposal

May 21, 2019

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

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

May 21, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on Columbia “Stop the Bans” Rally

May 21, 2019

(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

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SCGOP Statement on the passing of Ronnie Young

May 19, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on Cory Booker’s visit to South Carolina

May 14, 2019

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

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SCGOP Statement on Beto O’Rourke visit

March 22, 2019

(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

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Historic Straight Ticket Republican Support

November 9, 2018

(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

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Statewide Democrat Candidates with Criminal Backgrounds

October 17, 2018

(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

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SCGOP Chairman on Senator Warren Fundraising in SC

October 5, 2018

Extremist liberal Democrat Elizabeth Warren is working to raise money for SC Democrats by attacking Judge Kavanaugh and supporting abortion. As opposed to defending

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SCGOP Chairman Points Out Misleading Anastopoulo Ads

October 3, 2018

(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

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SCGOP Chairman Calls Out #CaliforniaConstance

September 28, 2018

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick released background information on the Democrats’ nominee for Attorney General that highlights the issue of her residency

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Clyburn & Dems Stunningly Silent on Keeping SC Families Safe

July 20, 2018

Clyburn and Democrats Stunningly Silent on Keeping South Carolina Families Safe (Columbia, SC – July 20th) – This week, Jim Clyburn and his House Democrat colleagues

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SCGOP COMMITTEE UNANIMOUSLY PASSES RESOLUTION DENOUNCING DEMOCRAT RUNNING IN REPUBLICAN PRIMARY

April 5, 2018

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

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SCGOP State Committee Unanimously Calls for Partisan Voter Registration in SC

October 25, 2017

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY STATE COMMITTEE UNANIMOUSLY CALLS FOR A PARTISAN VOTER REGISTRATION OPTION ON VOTER REGISTRATION FORMS At its most recent meeting, the

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

May 19, 2017

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

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Press Release: Drew McKissick elected SCGOP Chairman

May 13, 2017

Columbia, SC – Today, the 2017 South Carolina Republican Party State Convention elected Drew McKissick as the Party’s new State Chairman. McKissick garnered 86%

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Statement on passing of Congressman Ed Young

May 10, 2017

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Ed Young of Florence. Young served in

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Statement on SC-5 Special Primary Election

May 3, 2017

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore tonight issued the following statement on Tommy Pope and Ralph Norman advancing to the South Carolina Congressional

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Press Release: Chairman Matt Moore will not seek third term

February 4, 2017

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.

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Statement on nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch

February 1, 2017

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.

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Official Call to 2017 State Convention

January 30, 2017

Fellow Republican, In accordance with state law and South Carolina Republican Party Rules, and on behalf of the South Carolina Republican Party, it is

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Statement on Gov. Henry McMaster

January 25, 2017

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore issued the following statement upon Lieutenant Governor Henry McMaster ascending to the Office of South Carolina Governor

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Thank you, Governor Haley

January 24, 2017

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

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Statement on Gov. Nikki Haley

January 24, 2017

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

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SCGOP Weekly 11/28/2016

November 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

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Press Release: SCGOP Chairman Moore statement on Governor Nikki Haley

November 23, 2016

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

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Governor Nikki Haley Endorses Mark Palmer for Senate

November 7, 2016

 Governor Nikki Haley Endorses Mark Palmer for Senate (VIDEO)

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SCGOP Stories – Kirkman Finlay (Ep.1)

October 25, 2016

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!)

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

October 24, 2016

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

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SCGOP Weekly 10/24/2016

October 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

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

October 18, 2016

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

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SCGOP Weekly 10/17/2017

October 17, 2016

Skip the lines and vote absentee today! Click HERE for more information.   Download the New SCGOP Victory App! iTunes: Click here to download

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SCGOP Weekly 10/10/2016

October 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

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SCGOP Weekly 10/03/2016

October 3, 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)

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SCGOP Weekly 9/26/2016

September 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)

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SCGOP Weekly 9/19/2016

September 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

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Trump holds double-digit lead in new South Carolina poll

September 13, 2016

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

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SCGOP Weekly 9/12/2016

September 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’

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SCGOP Weekly 9/6/2016

September 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  –

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

September 2, 2016

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

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SCGOP Weekly 8/29/2016

August 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

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

August 25, 2016

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

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Press Release: SCGOP selects Electoral College Members

August 23, 2016

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

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SCGOP Weekly 8/22/2016

August 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

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SCGOP Minutes 8/22/2016

August 22, 2016

 SCGOP Minutes 8/22/2016 (VIDEO)

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SCGOP Weekly 8/15/2016

August 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

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SCGOP Minutes 8/15/2016

August 15, 2016

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S.C. Republican of the Month – Glenn McCall

August 10, 2016

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

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SCGOP Weekly 8/08/2016

August 8, 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

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SCGOP Weekly 8/01/2016

August 2, 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

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SCGOP WEEKLY 7/25/2016

July 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

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SCGOP Statement on Vice Presidential Candidate Gov. Mike Pence

July 15, 2016

Cleveland, Ohio – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement on Indiana Governor Mike Pence, the presumptive Republican nominee for Vice President: “Governor

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SCGOP Weekly 7/11/2016

July 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

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S.C. Republican of the Month – Erika McDuffie

July 5, 2016

Everyone has a story to tell. Some stories are good – but some are great. This is the story of Erika McDuffie, and it

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SCGOP Weekly 7/5/2016

July 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

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SCGOP Weekly 6/27/2016

June 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

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SCGOP Weekly 6/20/2016

June 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

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SCGOP Weekly 6/13/2016

June 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

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SCGOP Weekly 6/6/2016

June 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

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S.C. Republican of the Month – Will Galloway

June 3, 2016

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

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Press Release: SCGOP National Convention Delegation Elects Officers

June 1, 2016

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

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SCGOP Weekly 5/31/2016

May 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

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

May 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

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SCGOP Weekly 5/23/2016

May 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

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2016 S.C. Republican Party Annual Award Winners

May 16, 2016

Congratulations and thank you to these deserving Republicans for their gifts of time, talent, and resources! Roger Milliken Award – Mr. Mikee Johnson of

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SCGOP Weekly 5/16/2016

May 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

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

May 7, 2016

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:

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2016 National Convention Delegate/Alternate Election Results

May 7, 2016

Dear Fellow Republicans, It was great to see so many of you this weekend! THANK YOU for your work to make our State Convention

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

May 7, 2016

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

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

May 3, 2016

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

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Press Release: SCGOP Statement on Senator Shane Massey

April 6, 2016

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

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Press Release: SCGOP statement on Close of 2016 Candidate Filing

March 30, 2016

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

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

March 28, 2016

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

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Official Call to 2016 State Convention

March 23, 2016

Fellow Republican, In accordance with state law and South Carolina Republican Party Rules, and on behalf of the South Carolina Republican Party, it is

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Press Release: Hope Walker named SCGOP Executive Director

February 5, 2016

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

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Press Release: SCGOP Statement on Senator Lindsey Graham

December 21, 2015

SCGOP Statement on Senator Lindsey Graham suspending Presidential campaign COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement on

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

November 30, 2015

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

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

October 29, 2015

Columbia, South Carolina — SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore today issued the following statement on Republican Rep. Paul D. Ryan of Wisconsin being elected Speaker

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

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today announced that 15 current Republican presidential candidates have properly filed their paperwork to

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Press Release: SCGOP Presidential filing form includes party pledge

August 25, 2015

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

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Who Won the Debate? Share Your Opinion.

August 12, 2015

This is an exciting time. Republicans have the largest, most diverse presidential lineup in history. And our debates showcase the bold vision and fresh

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Press Release: SCGOP Statement on Greenville Presidential Debate

August 11, 2015

Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore tonight released the following statement on Greenville being chosen to host a February 2016 Republican presidential debate

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SCGOP Chairman Responds to Tragic Shooting in Charleston

June 18, 2015

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

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Press Release: SCGOP Statement on Lindsey Graham running for President

June 1, 2015

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

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Press Release: SCGOP Statement on Hillary Clinton visiting South Carolina

May 26, 2015

Columbia, S.C. – Tomorrow, Hillary Clinton will make her first campaign trip to South Carolina, where prominent local Democrats have been raising concerns about

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SCGOP Announces 2015 Officers and Award Winners

May 4, 2015

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

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Press Release: Matt Moore re-elected as SCGOP Chairman

May 2, 2015

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.

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Official Call to 2015 State Convention

April 20, 2015

Fellow Republican, In accordance with state law and South Carolina Republican Party Rules, and on behalf of the South Carolina Republican Party, it is

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Press Release: SCGOP statement on Hillary Clinton announcing for President

April 12, 2015

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

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

March 25, 2015

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

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

March 16, 2015

RNC Chairman Reince Priebus to keynote 48th Annual Silver Elephant Dinner in “First in the South” presidential primary state; dinner to honor the late

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

March 5, 2015

   President Obama is visiting South Carolina tomorrow for the first time since taking office. He’s addressing young people at Benedict College – so

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Breaking News: Gov. Scott Walker in South Carolina

March 2, 2015

Fellow Republican – Governor Scott Walker is visiting South Carolina! The South Carolina Republican Party is honored to host Governor Walker for events across

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

March 1, 2015

Press Release: South Carolina GOP statement on President Obama visiting state Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued a

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

February 10, 2015

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,

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

January 24, 2015

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

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

January 16, 2015

SCGOP to host CBS News presidential primary debate in February 2016 Coronado, California – The South Carolina Republican Party, in partnership with the Republican

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

January 12, 2015

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

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

November 5, 2014

Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement after Governor Nikki Haley, Senator Lindsey Graham, and Senator Tim

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

October 17, 2014

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

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

October 14, 2014

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

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

October 14, 2014

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

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Weekly Update – Sept. 19, 2014

September 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

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Trey Gowdy’s Opening Statement on Benghazi

September 18, 2014

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

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

September 17, 2014

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

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Join us for lunch w/ Senator Ted Cruz!

September 4, 2014

  Senator Cruz will be in South Carolina on Monday, September 15 to support Victory 2014 and our Republican candidates. Please join us to

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

August 20, 2014

  Politics is a lot like football. Governor Rick Perry’s opponents are throwing the liberal playbook at him – trying every trick play in an

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Press Release: SCGOP announces Victory 2014 leadership and staff hires

August 18, 2014

South Carolina Republican Party announces Victory 2014 leadership and staff hires Victory 2014 team boasts experienced grassroots organizers, political professionals Columbia, S.C. – South

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

August 14, 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Columbia, S.C. – The Chairmen of the Virginia and South Carolina Republican Parties today released statements on former Democratic National Committee

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

June 14, 2014

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

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

June 12, 2014

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

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Press Release: 2014 SCGOP Award Winners

June 10, 2014

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

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2014 Statewide Primary Election Guide

May 27, 2014

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

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

May 21, 2014

Photo Credit: Robert Norris / The Edgefield Advertiser Press Release: Senator Shane Massey named to “40 under 40” list by Washington Post SCGOP Press

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What we’re up to in 2014…

May 17, 2014

No SuperPAC or third party group is doing the kind of work that your State Party is doing… My friend — The campaign season

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SCGOP statement on VP Joe Biden fundraising in South Carolina

May 9, 2014

Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore today issued a statement on Vice President Joe Biden hosting a fundraiser for South

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Polling Update: Governor Nikki Haley Stronger than Ever

April 17, 2014

Polling Update: Governor Nikki Haley Stronger than Ever Leading by 15 points over Vincent Sheheen in New Poll From: SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore To:

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

April 9, 2014

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

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

April 8, 2014

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

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

April 3, 2014

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

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

March 30, 2014

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

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

March 23, 2014

Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore tonight issued a statement following news that Lieutenant Governor Glenn McConnell has been selected

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

March 13, 2014

The SCGOP is proud of our Congressional delegation and the leadership they have shown in standing up to President Obama and his liberal agenda.

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The worst week in South Carolina

March 7, 2014

Dear Friend, The worst week in South Carolina belongs to the South Carolina Democratic Party. Their bad week began on Monday in Wagener, where

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

March 6, 2014

Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Republican Party today issued a statement following news that Democrat Rick Wade has withdrawn from the United States

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Red to the Roots: It’s Working!

March 3, 2014

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

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

February 27, 2014

“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

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

February 25, 2014

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

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SCGOP Weekly Update – February 21, 2014

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

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ICYMI: Chairman Matt Moore on MSNBC

February 20, 2014

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

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Let’s get to work

February 18, 2014

Dear Friend – Are you ready for November? We’ve been hard at work for months at the South Carolina Republican Party to make sure

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Roses are red, violets are blue…

February 14, 2014

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

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

February 4, 2014

“South Carolina’s management of the situation gets a ’10.’” – Dr. Christopher Emrich, University of South Carolina geography expert “All and all, we were

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

January 24, 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 24, 2014 Breaking News: South Carolina secures 2016 “First in the South” Republican Presidential Primary Washington, D.C. – In an

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

January 21, 2014

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

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We’re launching Red to the Roots!

January 7, 2014

Will you support Red to the Roots with $5 or $10 TODAY? Click here to tell tax and spend Democrats that their days are

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

January 6, 2014

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

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

December 18, 2013

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

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

December 14, 2013

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

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Statement on Dr. Mick Zais not seeking re-election

December 13, 2013

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

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SCGOP Chairman comments on proposed reforms to 2016 presidential primary process

December 11, 2013

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

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

November 25, 2013

LANCASTER, S.C. November 23, 2013 (AP) By JEFFREY COLLINS – Link South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore shares some striking political data when

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

November 22, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Joint statement of the South Carolina and Richland County Republican Parties Columbia, S.C. – Earlier this evening, the Richland County Election

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

November 19, 2013

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

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

November 15, 2013

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

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

November 8, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republicans announce Winter Dinner with Texas Governor Rick Perry Spartanburg, S.C. – The South Carolina Republican Party, together with

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SCGOP, RNC Announce New State Director

November 7, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SCGOP, RNC Announce New State Director Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Republican Party, in partnership with the Republican National Committee,

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

October 31, 2013

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

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

October 28, 2013

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

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

October 17, 2013

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

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Jumpstart to Victory with Governor Nikki Haley

October 16, 2013

SCGOP Chairman Matt Moore invites you to celebrate a Jumpstart to Victory with Special Guest Governor Nikki Haley the evening of Wednesday, November 6th,

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Vince Sheheen’s Failing Campaign

September 19, 2013

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

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We’re hiring!

September 18, 2013

JOB DESCRIPTION The South Carolina Republican Party is seeking politically active and enthusiastic applicants who are looking for an opportunity to gain valuable political

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Never Forget

September 11, 2013

“America must never forget September 11. We must continue to confront the radical ideology behind both of these evil attacks and remain diligent in

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The Dream Lives On

August 28, 2013

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.”

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Chairman’s Weekly Update

August 25, 2013

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,

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

August 14, 2013

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.

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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

August 5, 2013

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

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Fellowship event reaches across racial, party lines

July 22, 2013

Fellowship event reaches across racial, party lines From The Manning Times July 22, 2013 BY EDDIE LITAKER Leon Winn is a motorcycle enthusiast, a

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Chairman’s Weekly Update

July 21, 2013

Dear Fellow Republicans, What a great week! Across the state and nation, our South Carolina Republican Party team is leading the charge into the

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

July 15, 2013

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

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Vince Sheheen: A Trial Lawyer’s Trial Lawyer

July 11, 2013

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

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Chairman’s Weekly Update

July 6, 2013

Dear State Committee Members, Good afternoon. I hope you had a wonderful Independence Day! Last Friday, South Carolina Republicans once again took center stage

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Happy Independence Day!

July 4, 2013

Dear Fellow Republican, Each Fourth of July we are reminded of the ideals of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” that are enshrined

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

July 1, 2013

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

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Chairman’s Weekly Update

June 28, 2013

Dear State Committee Members, Good morning from Interstate 26 – we’re headed to the Upstate to meet with Senator Rand Paul! Later today, Senator

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Chairman’s Weekly Update

June 21, 2013

Dear State Committee Members, Thank you for your incredible support over the last two weeks. Your kindness and prayers have shown me what we

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Brandon Newton: Republicans offer future for all ages

June 20, 2013

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

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

June 19, 2013

Washington (CNN) — When the chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party abruptly resigned two weeks ago to take a new job in Washington,

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Sen. Rand Paul in Columbia!

June 12, 2013

Please join Chairman Matt Moore and the South Carolina Republican Party for a Barbecue Dinner with Special Guest Senator Rand Paul Friday, June 28,

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A Great Day for Republicans

June 12, 2013

by Cindy Costa, Republican National Committeewoman This past Saturday was a not only a great day for Republicans in South Carolina but nationwide, as

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State GOP’s new chairman optimistic about party-building

June 11, 2013

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

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

June 8, 2013

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,

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RSVP NOW for Rand Paul in South Carolina

June 7, 2013

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

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

June 6, 2013

SCGOP Chairman Issues Release, Unveils Web Video on Bakari Sellers Run for Lt. Governor Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, issued

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Why Did Vince Sheheen Vote to Kill Ethics Reform?

May 28, 2013

Why Did Vince Sheheen Vote To Kill Ethics Reform?  Is It Because His Annual Income Has Quadrupled to Almost $400k Since He Entered the

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

May 22, 2013

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,

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Stop the Revolving Door

May 21, 2013

“‘WE NEED TO STOP THE REVOLVING DOOR OF ELECTED OFFICIALS …”- Vince Sheheen With Three Weeks Left In Session, Sheheen Has His Chance This

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Why is Vince Sheheen Afraid of Ethics Reform?

May 21, 2013

WHY IS VINCE SHEHEEN AFRAID OF ETHICS REFORM? Is It Because His Annual Income Has Quadrupled to Almost $400k Since He Entered the General

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Join us in helping

May 21, 2013

As South Carolinians, we understand the loss and destruction that can come with the winds of natural disasters. When storms have ravished our state,

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

May 17, 2013

Dear Fellow Republican, Barack Obama has a plan for our children. He wants every child across the nation enrolled in a government early education

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

May 14, 2013

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

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

May 4, 2013

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

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

May 2, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today issued a statement on the Ethics Reform proposal passed this

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SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY CHAIRMAN CONGRATULATES MARK SANFORD ON DEBATE WIN

April 30, 2013

Tonight, Governor Mark Sanford demonstrated to voters that he is the only candidate who understands the huge problems facing our nation, in a debate

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2013 Call to Convention

April 30, 2013

OFFICIAL CALL TO 2013 SCGOP STATE CONVENTION In accordance with South Carolina Republican Party Rules and on behalf of the South Carolina Republican Party

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Sen. Rand Paul to visit South Carolina

April 29, 2013

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

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2013 Convention and Silver Elephant

April 15, 2013

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

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Three Ethics Questions for Vince Sheheen…

April 14, 2013

Today we saw, for the first time, Senator Vince Sheheen chime in on the conversation that Governor Haley, the rest of the General Assembly,

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

April 10, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Contact:
 Alex Stroman, Executive Director Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, today issued a

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Senator Ted Cruz to keynote 2013 Silver Elephant celebration

April 4, 2013

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

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

April 3, 2013

Tonight voters in the 1st Congressional District chose former Governor Mark Sanford as their Republican candidate to continue the fight for conservative principles in

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

March 21, 2013

“I was proud to ask Governor O’Malley to join the SCDP for the annual Issues Conference … [His is] the kind of leadership we

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

March 20, 2013

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

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

March 20, 2013

VINCE SHEHEEN SAYS “GOVERNOR O’MALLEY HAS GOTTEN RESULTS” … … BUT WHAT KIND OF RESULTS ARE WE TALKING ABOUT? UNEMPLOYMENT MORE THAN DOUBLED IN

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

March 20, 2013

South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement congratulating Mark Sanford and Curtis Bostic for making the 1st Congressional District Republican

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LIBERAL COHORTS: VINCE SHEHEEN AND MARTIN O’MALLEY

March 19, 2013

“I was proud to ask Governor O’Malley to join the SCDP for the annual Issues Conference … [His is] the kind of leadership we

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

March 12, 2013

Chad Connelly, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, released the following statement today regarding South Carolina Democrats attempts to expand Medicaid from ObamaCare.

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Precinct Reorganization

March 1, 2013

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

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Honoring Black History Month: The Hon. Hope Blackley

February 22, 2013

This February, we celebrate the achievements of so many during Black History Month. Although few realize, the South Carolina Republican Party has the honor

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Honoring Black History Month: Sen. Tim Scott

February 15, 2013

Today we honor the achievements of Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina, the seventh African American to serve in the United States Senate and

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

February 15, 2013

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

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Honoring Black History Month: Rep. George W. Murray

February 15, 2013

Today we honor the achievements of Congressman George Washington Murray. Nicknamed the “Black Eagle of Sumter,” we remember George W. Murray as a fearless

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Chairman Connelly announces 1st Congressional Debate

February 11, 2013

SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today announced a First Congressional District primary debate to be held on Thursday evening, March 14 in Charleston, South Carolina.

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Honoring Black History Month: Rep. Joseph Rainey

February 1, 2013

  This February, we celebrate the achievements of so many during Black History Month. Although few realize, the South Carolina Republican Party has the

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

January 28, 2013

Columbia, S.C. –  Today, South Carolina Republican Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement on the 40th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision.

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16 candidates file for the 1st Congressional District Special Election

January 28, 2013

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,

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

January 17, 2013

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

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Matt Moore joins Sen. Tim Scott as State Director

January 10, 2013

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

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1st Congressional Special Election details set

January 2, 2013

Columbia, S.C. – Earlier this morning, Governor Nikki R. Haley signed an Executive Order scheduling a Special Election in the 1st Congressional District. The

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

December 17, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY Contact: Matt Moore, Executive Director South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly released the following statement today

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Vince Sheheen and the Ghost of Elections Past

December 13, 2012

Dear Fellow Republican, We have many things to be thankful for this Christmas season. Family. Friends. Fellowship. And Governor Nikki Haley. Frankly, we could

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

December 10, 2012

RNC Launches New Initiative to Grow the Party and Win Co-Chairs Announced to Lead Effort WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Reince Priebus

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

December 6, 2012

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

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Happy Thanksgiving

November 22, 2012

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

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SCGOP Chairman’s statement on Supreme Court victory

November 13, 2012

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

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Thank you, Veterans

November 12, 2012

On behalf of Republicans across our state, the South Carolina Republican Party wishes to sincerely thank all veterans of our Armed Forces on this

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Message from Chairman Connelly: “Thank you”

November 7, 2012

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.

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

November 7, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY Contact: Matt Moore, Executive Director Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly issued a statement this evening

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Election Alert: SCGOP Election Day Legal Team

November 6, 2012

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

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Find your Polling Place

November 6, 2012

Our friends at Google have created an incredible tool for finding your polling place and local candidates. Click here to access it: https://www.google.com/elections/ed/us/vote

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SCGOP State Committee condemns political attacks following cyber attack

October 27, 2012

WHEREAS, the South Carolina Republican Party State Executive Committee condemns State Democratic Party leaders and Vincent Sheheen for politicizing the serious issue of over

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

October 12, 2012

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.

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

October 10, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Carolina Republican Party Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following statement in response to the

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SCGOP Chairman sends condolences to family of Joan Wheeler

September 18, 2012

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

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Obama abandons South Carolina; S.C. Democrats revolt

September 5, 2012

The South Carolina Republican Party is working overtime with the Democratic National Convention happening just across the border in Charlotte. Throughout the week, the

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Press Release: SCGOP Chairman blasts Harpootlian for Eva Braun comparison

September 5, 2012

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

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Press Release: Two South Carolina Republicans named National Convention officers

August 18, 2012

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

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

August 15, 2012

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CHARLESTON – Today, the South Carolina Republican Party called for an end to South Carolina Democrats’ frivolous

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

August 11, 2012

Columbia, S.C. – This morning, South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly released the following statement regarding the announcement of Rep. Paul Ryan as

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Rick Santorum to headline SCGOP Upstate Victory Kickoff

August 6, 2012

Former Senator and Presidential candidate Rick Santorum will headline a South Carolina Republican Party fundraiser on Monday, August 20th in Spartanburg. The event will

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

August 4, 2012

A Message from Gov. Mitt Romney: America Can Do Better August 3, 2012 – Today’s increase in the unemployment rate is a hammer blow

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Make your voice heard in the GOP Platform

July 26, 2012

Dear State Delegates and Alternates, With the Republican National Convention only 31 days away, we are looking forward to representing South Carolina on the

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

July 18, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY Columbia, S.C. – Last evening, the South Carolina Republican Party state executive committee unanimously supported State GOP

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

July 13, 2012

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

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Victory 2012 Internships

July 10, 2012

Think you have what it takes to make a difference on the 2012 campaign trail? Join our Victory 2012 Internship Program! Click here to

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Uncommonly Brave

July 4, 2012

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

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Lipstick on a pig

July 3, 2012

Dear Fellow Republican, No one could have ever expected the drastic change, lack of hope, and constant challenges to the Constitution we have seen

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Green Gloria Tinubu: Too liberal to be Atlanta mayor?

July 3, 2012

Gloria Tinubu’s Green Party campaigns for Atlanta mayor left a bad impression – despite Atlanta being one of the most liberal cities in America.

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129 days

June 29, 2012

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

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Unconstitutional

June 28, 2012

Dear Fellow Republican, Today is a sad day for those who believe that individuals, not the federal government, should be in charge of their

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

June 27, 2012

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

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

June 27, 2012

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

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

June 22, 2012

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

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Join the Palmetto Patriots!

June 19, 2012

Become a Palmetto Patriot! Dear Fellow Republican, Are you ready to make a difference? Specifically, are you ready to help send Barack Obama back

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You’re Invited: Unity 2012 Breakfast and Fundraiser

June 18, 2012

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 –

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SCGOP Chair Connelly congratulates Joe Wilson on primary victory

June 13, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement congratulating Congressman Joe Wilson on his victory

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

June 13, 2012

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.

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

June 11, 2012

Columbia, S.C. – Today, President Barack Obama will appear on WYFF in Greenville, South Carolina in an interview from the White House. Instead of

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We Remember

May 28, 2012

Dear Fellow American, I hope that you are having a wonderful and safe Memorial Day weekend with your loved ones! I also hope and

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Full National Delegate Results

May 22, 2012

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Our National Delegates and Alternates are…

May 20, 2012

Dear Fellow Republicans, It was great to see so many of you yesterday. THANK YOU for your work to make our State Convention and

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

May 20, 2012

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

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SCGOP and NCGOP Announce Partnership to Defeat President Obama in November

May 17, 2012

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

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SCGOP Issues Statement on Candidate Certification

May 4, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SCGOP Issues Statement on Candidate Certification Columbia, SC – The South Carolina Republican Party today issued a statement following the S.C.

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SCGOP Chairman Congratulates Presumptive Republican Nominee Governor Mitt Romney

April 26, 2012

Columbia, SC – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly issued the following statement welcoming Governor Mitt Romney as the presumptive Republican nominee for President

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

April 19, 2012

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,

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

April 19, 2012

RNC Rules Committee passes important rule amendment that would end penalties against early primary states that move their primaries in response to other states

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

April 12, 2012

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

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SCGOP Chairman praises Senator Lindsey Graham following Obama/Holder decision

April 6, 2012

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

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

March 30, 2012

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

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

March 27, 2012

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

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

March 20, 2012

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

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

March 19, 2012

From The Greenville News by Chad Connelly Chairman, South Carolina Republican Party The resignation, indictment, and guilty plea of Lieutenant Governor Ken Ard was

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S.C. Democrats abandon Harpootlian

March 19, 2012

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

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2012 Primary Filing Period Opens

March 16, 2012

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:

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SCGOP Chair Connelly issues statement on Ard resignation

March 9, 2012

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

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Make School Choice a Reality in South Carolina

February 17, 2012

Dear Fellow Republican, Our Republican majorities in the South Carolina Senate and House have an historic opportunity to make school choice a reality in

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Chairman Chad Connelly praises Senate passage of Department of Administration bill

February 16, 2012

February 16, 2012 Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today praised the South Carolina Senate upon its passage of the

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

January 31, 2012

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

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Check out our Primary Day tracker

January 6, 2012

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,

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Merry Christmas

December 22, 2011

Dear Friend, Merry Christmas! Thank you for your leadership and service in our South Carolina Republican Party. As we gather with friends and family

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One small candle may light Thousands

November 23, 2011

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

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Barbecue and Town Hall with Speaker Newt Gingrich

November 18, 2011

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

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

October 26, 2011

October 25, 2011 Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today announced a Republican Presidential Primary debate to be held on Saturday evening, November

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

October 21, 2011

October 21, 2011 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today announced that Myrtle

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SCGOP Week in Review – Myrtle Beach Debate!

October 21, 2011

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

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SCGOP Chairman Connelly announces 2012 Presidential Primary date

October 3, 2011

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

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SCGOP Chairman Connelly issues statement on Florida primary decision

September 30, 2011

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

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

September 29, 2011

September 29, 2011 IA, NH, NV, and SC Republican Party chairmen issue joint statement on 2012 Presidential calendar Columbia, S.C. – Today, state Republican

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Chairman Chad Connelly announces 2012 Presidential Primary Task Force

September 29, 2011

Columbia, S.C. – In conjunction with a joint statement from the Iowa, New Hampshire, and Nevada Republican Party chairmen, SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today

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Chairman Chad Connelly on ABC News “Top Line”

September 29, 2011

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First in the South! Help the SCGOP…

September 29, 2011

Dear Fellow Republican, I wanted to quickly email and let you know that SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly is working incredibly hard to protect our

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SCGOP Chairman Connelly releases statement on House 100 Special Election Victory

September 28, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY September 27, 2011 Prosperity, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly tonight released the following statement following Eddy

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

September 22, 2011

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:

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Breakfast with Mrs. Ann Romney

September 20, 2011

Please join Chairman Chad Connelly and the South Carolina Republican Party for a breakfast with special guest Mrs. Ann Romney Wife of presidential candidate

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Chairman Connelly issues statement on passage of NLRB bill

September 15, 2011

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,

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Greenville Lunch with Senator Rick Santorum

September 12, 2011

Please join Chairman Chad Connelly and the South Carolina Republican Party for a luncheon with special guest Senator Rick Santorum Thursday, September 15, 2011

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Courage and Determination

September 11, 2011

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

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

September 6, 2011

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

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Watch: Senator Jim DeMint delivers SCGOP Weekly Address

September 1, 2011

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

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Two Requests

August 31, 2011

Dear Fellow Republican, As you know, our nation is deep in debt – and our government continues to spend money that we don’t have

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Happy Birthday to Chairman Connelly

August 22, 2011

August 22, 2011 Dear Fellow Republican, Today is a special day. Earlier, the SCGOP staff wished a “Happy Birthday” to our Chairman, Chad Connelly.

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

August 11, 2011

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

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

August 11, 2011

August 11, 2011 Columbia, S.C. – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today issued the following statement after Rep. Jim Clyburn was appointed by Rep. Nancy

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Help Wisconsin Republicans!

August 8, 2011

August 8, 2011 Dear Fellow Republican, Union bosses launched recall elections in Wisconsin earlier this summer based on a vote in the Wisconsin Senate

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Monday in Myrtle Beach – Redistricting Bill Signing/Rally

July 29, 2011

Dear Fellow Republican, Governor Haley and our House and Senate Republicans deserve great praise for working together to pass a common sense redistricting plan.

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

July 28, 2011

July 28, 2011 South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Calls On Jim Clyburn to Stop Playing Politics While Washington Burns Columbia, S.C.  –  SCGOP Chairman

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Call Barack Obama and Harry Reid TODAY

July 28, 2011

July 28, 2011 Fellow Republican, Our nation is at a crossroads and Speaker John Boehner and Congressional Republicans need our help in solving the

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

July 26, 2011

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

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

July 26, 2011

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

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

July 19, 2011

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

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

July 18, 2011

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

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First in the South, Cut Cap Balance!

July 14, 2011

Dear Fellow Republican, I hope this message finds you well. One of my top priorities as Chairman is to consistently communicate with you, so

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

July 8, 2011

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,

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Watch: Attorney General Alan Wilson delivers SCGOP Weekly Address

July 8, 2011

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

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

June 27, 2011

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

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

June 10, 2011

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

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Watch: Governor Nikki Haley delivers first SCGOP Weekly Address

June 9, 2011

June 9, 2011 Dear Fellow Republican, I’m proud of our South Carolina Republican Party. We are stronger than ever for a reason – South

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Obama Political Machine to Crash Rep. Mick Mulvaney Town Hall

June 8, 2011

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

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SCGOP Call to Action: Stand for Reform!

June 3, 2011

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

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SCGOP Call to Action on Reform Legislation

May 31, 2011

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

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

May 30, 2011

SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Prosperity, SC – SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly today issued the following statement on the passing of State

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Chairman Chad Connelly Announces SCGOP Staff

May 26, 2011

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

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Matt Moore announced as SCGOP Executive Director

May 25, 2011

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

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An Update from Chairman Chad Connelly

May 24, 2011

May 24, 2011 Dear Fellow Republican, I hope my email finds you well. Our team has hit the ground running here in Columbia and

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

May 18, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2011 SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly praises Governor Nikki Haley’s signing of voter ID bill Columbia, SC – Today, South

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Gov. Nikki Haley signs Voter ID bill into law

May 18, 2011

New law ensures election integrity COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Nikki Haley today signed into law H 3003 the Voter ID bill during an afternoon

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SCGOP Chairman Connelly issues statement on Voter ID Passage

May 12, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SCGOP Chairman Connelly issues statement on Voter ID Passage Columbia, SC – May 11, 2011 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman

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Chairman Chad Connelly calls on Clyburn to end hypocrisy on NLRB

May 12, 2011

Columbia, SC – Today, South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly called on Congressman Jim Clyburn to end his hypocrisy on growing South Carolina’s

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Defending South Carolina

May 11, 2011

South Carolina has a strong tradition as a right to work state, and we also have a strong tradition of opposing federal intrusions. We

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Governor Nikki Haley Speaks at US Chamber of Commerce

May 11, 2011

Governor Nikki Haley Speaks At Chamber of Commerce.

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Moore named Transition Director

May 11, 2011

Columbia, SC – Today, SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly named Matt Moore as Transition Director, tasking him with finding even more ways to grow the

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Peeler, Clemmons named Republican legislators of the year

May 11, 2011

May 11, 2011 – Columbia, SC Senate Majority Leader Harvey Peeler and Representative Alan Clemmons were honored this weekend at the SC Republican Party

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

May 10, 2011

WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Reince Priebus released the following statement today regarding the state chairman election in South Carolina: “I congratulate

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Our Silver Elephant Video

May 10, 2011

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

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A Winning Tradition

May 10, 2011

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

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Video Message from SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly

May 10, 2011

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

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Standing up for South Carolina

May 10, 2011

South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley and a group of Republican senators demanded Tuesday that the Obama administration weigh in on the National Labor Relations

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Chad Connelly issues statement on election as SCGOP Chairman

May 9, 2011

Columbia, SC – May 7, 2011 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Chad Connelly today issued the following statement after his election to lead

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Thank You from SCGOP Chairman Chad Connelly

May 9, 2011

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

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

May 4, 2011

THE SOUTH CAROLINA FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN Invites you to the FIRST LADIES LUNCHEON Honoring the First Ladies of South Carolina Thursday, May 5,

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For Debate Attendees – important information

May 4, 2011

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

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A Week Full of Events

May 3, 2011

This week is monumental for the South Carolina Republican Party. It will be a time to celebrate the enormous 2010 election victories, as well

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The Fuel of Our Movement

May 3, 2011

Every organization, regardless of size or purpose, needs to possess a clear and focused agenda. While the people serve as the engine that diligently

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Share Your Pictures

May 2, 2011

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

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Berkeley County: Resolution Supporting the SC FairTax Act

May 2, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Berkeley county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Horry County: Resolution Supporting Gold and Silver Tender

May 2, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Horry county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Horry County: Resolution Supporting the American Legal System

May 2, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Horry county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Attend Our County Resolutions Meeting

April 29, 2011

This Tuesday, May 3 the South Carolina Republican Party Platform and Resolutions Committee will be discussing and voting upon resolutions that were passed at

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

April 29, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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An Important Message From Congressman Wilson on Extreme Liberal Elitism

April 29, 2011

At this point it is difficult to keep up with the number of times the Obama administration has trampled over our states’ rights. Perhaps

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Oconee County: General Policy

April 29, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Oconee county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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NLRB Action Against Boeing Should End

April 28, 2011

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

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Congratulations to SCGOP Chairman Karen Floyd

April 28, 2011

Please join us in congratulating our Chairman, Karen Floyd, as she was honored today by receiving the Republican Woman of Achievement Award from the

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Convention Details

April 27, 2011

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

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Dorchester Resolution: Fair Tax Enactment

April 27, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Dorchester county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Dorchester Resolution: Strengthen Immigration

April 27, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Dorchester county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Calhoun Resolution: Congressional Oversight of EPA

April 27, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Calhoun county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Aiken Resolution: Supporting Fair Tax

April 27, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Aiken Resolution: Supporting the Repeal of Obamacare

April 27, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Aiken Resolution: Voter Registration and Closed Primary

April 27, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Aiken Resolution: Comprehensive Energy Policy

April 27, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Aiken Resolution: Term Limits

April 27, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Aiken Resolution: Supporting the South Carolina Republican Creed

April 27, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Aiken Resolution: Commending Senator Jim DeMint

April 27, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Aiken county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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

April 26, 2011

BE IT RESOLVED that the Pickens County Republican Party favors, recommends, and petitions a Republican Party Rules change and, if needed, a change in

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Pickens County: Unbiased Instructional Materials in South Carolina Schools

April 26, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Join Us for the 44th Annual Silver Elephant Banquet

April 26, 2011

The Annual Silver Elephant Banquet is a special occasion that we greatly anticipate each year. Traditionally, a single keynote speaker is featured at the

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Pickens County: Concerning Concealed Weapon Permits

April 26, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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

April 26, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Pickens County: Resolution Modifying the SCGOP Convention Program

April 26, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Pickens Resolution: Real Republican Resolution

April 26, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Pickens Resolution: Honoring Senator Jim DeMint

April 26, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Pickens county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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

April 22, 2011

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.

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Richland County: Resolution on Energy Independence

April 22, 2011

Submitted By Oak Pointe Precinct, Richland County WHEREAS, the SC Republican Party believes the United States must achieve energy independence. BE IT RESOLVED that

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Richland County: Resolution on Organ Donation

April 22, 2011

Submitted By Oak Pointe Precinct, Richland County WHEREAS, over 4000 Americans die each year while waiting for a donated organ. BE IT RESOLVED that

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Richland County: Resolution Supporting Governor Scott Walker of Wisconsin

April 22, 2011

Submitted By Brandon Precinct, Richland County WHEREAS, the SC Republican Party supports balanced budgets and elimination of deficits in Government. BE IT RESOLVED that

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Richland County: Resolution on the SC Fair Tax Act

April 22, 2011

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,

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Agreement on Clean Voter ID Bill Reached

April 21, 2011

Dear Friends – Your voice was heard. Please call or email your state leaders and say THANK YOU tomorrow morning. Speaker Bobby Harrell –

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Oconee Resolution: Fair Tax

April 21, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Oconee county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Silver Elephant Dinner to feature 2012 Forum

April 21, 2011

SCGOP Silver Elephant Dinner to feature 2012 Republican candidate forum Columbia, SC – April 21, 2011 – South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Karen Floyd

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Our Senate Majority Leader

April 20, 2011

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

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Lexington Resolution: United States Senate Accountability Act

April 19, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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

April 19, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Lexington Resolution: Sound Money

April 19, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Lexington Resolution: Use of Paper Ballots

April 19, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Lexington Resolution: The South Carolina Fair Tax Act

April 19, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Lexington Resolution: Birthright Citizenship

April 19, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Lexington Resolution: Audit of the Federal Reserve

April 19, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,

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Lexington Resolution: Nuclear Safety

April 19, 2011

This below resolution was passed at the Lexington county convention, and will now go to the resolutions committee. If the resolutions committee passes it,