As we approach the upcoming elections, it's crucial for Horry County voters to understand their early voting options, particularly how to vote absentee. Eligible voters include those with physical disabilities, individuals 65 years or older, members of the Armed Forces and their families, emergency hospital patients, individuals with work obligations, caregivers attending to the sick…
South Carolina is one of only two states — the other being Wyoming — without a hate crimes law. On Monday April 8th, 2024, members of the community assembled at an event hosted by the City of Myrtle Beach at the HGTC building for presentation and community discussion. The event's main spokesperson, U.S. Attorney Adair…
In a recent development that has caught the attention of the Horry County community, Congressman Russell Fry sent a letter on March 27 to Alejandro Mayorkas, the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Congressman Fry's letter demanded information about allegations suggesting migrants were being "deposited" into Myrtle Beach hotels, a false claim that…
Let’s reclaim our legacy as a place of diverse voices and values. Let’s work together to ensure that Horry County’s future is as bright and inclusive as its people deserve. The time for change is now, and it begins with us!
The delegate system in South Carolina for the Democratic Party, as with other states, plays a crucial role in the process of nominating the party's candidate for the Presidential Election. This system involves a series of caucuses, primary elections, and conventions that ultimately determine which delegates will represent South Carolina at the Democratic National Convention.…
Carlottia Ann Washington Scott
October 28, 1946 – February 27, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and profound respect that we honor the memory of Carlottia Scott, whose life's work embodied the very essence of dedication, leadership, and compassion. A stalwart member of the Democratic Women's Council and a venerable figure in the Horry County Democratic…
We hope this message finds you well and engaged in the ongoing pursuit of a more just and inclusive society. The Horry County Democratic Party (HCDP) has always been committed to fostering an open and accessible platform for all citizens to participate in local political affairs. Our activists have worked tirelessly to break down historical…
For the first time, Black, Southern, and Rural Voters will have their voices heard FIRST!
Exciting Announcement, Democrats!
As we approach the Democratic Presidential Primary on Saturday, February 3, we're thrilled to share the incredible journey of the South Carolina Democratic Party's "We Go First" Tour.
Over the past few weeks, SCDP has made a remarkable 100…
Let’s come together, celebrate the democratic spirit, and pave the way for a successful first-in-the-nation Democratic primary.
Let's Get Voter Ready!
Vote, Vote and Vote again in our Democratic Presidential Preference Primary Fundraiser. Educate voters on how the 'First in the Nation' Presidential Preference Primary works and how vital it is for Democrats to have heavy turnouts, not only in 'First in the Nation PPP' on Feb 3, but in the upcoming…
Horry County Democrats attended HCDP’s 11th annual SHORE Dinner Sunday, Oct. 22, in Myrtle Beach, helping to raise funds to support the party’s efforts to elect great candidates and oppose MAGA Republican efforts to restrict our most basic freedoms.
South Carolina Democratic Chair Cristale Spain welcomed the crowd and expressed appreciation for their financial support.
“We have…
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Contact: Voter Protection Committee - vpcrus2023@gmail.com
Phone: (843)488-4237
Location: Starts at HCDP Office 311-C Beaty Street
VOTE EARLY: Stroll to the Polls with HCDP
Early Voters for municipal elections around Horry County will be joined by supporters to Stroll to the Polls Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 12 noon, starting at the HCDP Office, 311-C Beaty St.,…
CONWAY, SC – Horry County Democratic Party (HCDP) is pleased to announce that our 11th Annual SHORE Fundraising Dinner speaker will be journalist Karen Gray Houston, author of Daughter of the Boycott, Carrying on a Montgomery Family’s Civil Rights Legacy on October 22nd, 2023.
Houston’s book, published in May 2020, recounts her father’s leadership of the…
Led by its Gun Sense Committee, members of HCDP strongly supported National Gun Violence Awareness Day “Wear Orange” activities that took place in Horry County June 2 and the weekend of June 3 and 4, including participation at the Grand Strand Pride event at Chapin Park in Myrtle Beach kicking off 2023 Pride Month. “The…
The HCDP Gun Sense Action Committee will participate with other local advocacy groups to commemorate Nation Gun Violence Awareness Day on June 2.
Also, the Grand Strand Chapter of Moms Demand Action is sponsoring a number of events, including a Stop Gun Violence Rally at the Myrtle Beach Skywheel on June 2 at 8 pm.
The HCDP…
Republicans in Congress, including Senator Tim Scott, are pushing a budget plan that would make trillions of dollars in cuts to essential programs.
As the GOP remains “intentionally vague” about where these cuts would come from, evidence from past statements, proposals, and previous budget plans provide a preview: Virtually every Republican budget or fiscal plan over the last decade has included repealing the Affordable Care Act (ACA)…
Following a tradition begun in 2017, the Horry County Democratic Party (HCDP) will hold a 12 Noon press briefing and rally March 14 at the Voter Registration and Elections Office in Conway in recognition of the anniversary of Dr. King’s sermon “March on Ballot Boxes.”
The event began in 2017 following the 50th anniversary of Dr.…
The Horry County Democratic Party County Convention Election of HCDP Chair Candidates event is an important gathering of local Democratic Party members and leaders in Horry County, South Carolina. The purpose of the event is to elect a new Chair for the Horry County Democratic Party, who will lead the party in its efforts to…
County Party elections will be held at the Horry County Democratic convention, scheduled for March 25, 2023. Specifics about the convention will follow by mid-February.
“The Horry County Democratic Party needs qualified candidates that will lead us to win in the 2024 election,” said our current chair, Alester Linton-Pryor. “This is your opportunity to make a…
In dozens of states across the nation efforts are underway to influence, even intimidate, school board members to restrict what can be taught, and what library books can be available, to public school students.
In South Carolina, for example, school boards are considering proposals to ban a long list of books from school libraries because of…