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Confronting the Ongoing Domestic Violence Crisis in South Carolina

Confronting the Ongoing Domestic Violence Crisis in South Carolina

Posted November 3, 2025 in Information, News
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October marked National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, to be followed by the United Nations’ International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25. Yet, as these observances pass, the crisis of domestic violence in South Carolina continues—claiming lives, devastating families, and revealing systemic failures that policymakers have long ignored. According to the Centers…

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The Role of Executive Committee Members in Strengthening Horry County’s Democratic Party

The Role of Executive Committee Members in Strengthening Horry County’s Democratic Party

Posted October 26, 2025 in Information, News
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The foundation of a strong and effective Democratic Party begins at the local level, where neighbors, volunteers, and grassroots leaders come together to shape the future of our communities. In Horry County, this work is guided by the Executive Committee (EC) Members and the State Executive Committee (State EC) Members, who serve as both the…
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Protecting Human Rights in Horry County: Confronting the Expansion of ICE and Local Collaboration

Posted July 25, 2025 in Information, News
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Across South Carolina — and especially here in Horry County — immigration enforcement is rapidly expanding in ways that raise serious concerns about civil liberties, public trust, and the ethical use of taxpayer resources. As of July 2025, at least 28 local and state law enforcement agencies in South Carolina have formal agreements with U.S.…
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Are you ready to run for a position with the Horry County Democratic Party?

Posted February 19, 2025 in Information, News
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The Horry County Democratic Party (HCDP) is governed by an Executive Committee composed of the Chair, 3 Vice Chairs, and each precinct’s Executive Committee Member. The Executive Committee meets four times per year to set priorities for the County’s Party activities! It can be your turn to get involved! Executive Committee Filing Form (This link is…
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Voting Information

Reporting Election Concerns

Posted October 25, 2024 in Information, News
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If you have an election concern, report it to our HCDP Voter Protection Clinic at (843)488-4237. Here are some other steps you can take: 1. Complete an Affidavit: Fill out an affidavit detailing your concern and have it notarized—most banks offer notary services for free. Bring the notarized affidavit to the Certification Hearing of the Commissioners,…
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Poll Worker Horry County

A Democrat Explains Poll Work: Opportunities Available

Posted August 29, 2024 in Information, News, Voting Information
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Horry County needs poll workers (also called Election workers). To learn more about the job, Barbara Sloan of the HCDP Voter Protection Committee interviewed Shelley Ridout, a long-time Democratic poll manager and poll clerk, for more information. The interview was edited and condensed for readability. Barbara: Hi, Shelley, thanks so much for meeting with me.…
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Voting Rights Are Under Attack

Posted July 23, 2021 in Information
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By Alester Linton-Pryor, HCDP Chair As you all know, our voting rights are under attack as Republicans in state after state endorse Donald Trump’s “Big Lie” that the election was stolen because of mythical voter fraud. In Congress, Democrats have sponsored S. 1, the For the People Act, which would respond to those restrictive ballot laws passed by…
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Horry County Democratic Party - Engage Horry

Announcing: Engage Horry – Reaching Out to Every Community!

Posted June 7, 2021 in Information, News
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Horry County Democratic Party is launching an ongoing initiative ‘Engage Horry’ to register, engage, educate, and energize voters. And, search for, encourage and train Democrats who want to run for office in their cities and towns. HCDP’s goal is to engage with residents of communities within Horry County who feel underserved and under-represented. HCDP wants…
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HCDP Launches 2020 Voter Registration Initiative

Posted January 25, 2019 in Information, News, Voting Information
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A major goal for HCDP in preparation for the critically important 2020 elections is dramatically increasing voter registration. As part of the effort to achieve this objective, the 2020 Voter Registration and Canvassing Committee has been created and will be led by HCDP Second Vice Chair Verlene DeWitt. The committee will have its initial meeting Thursday, February…
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Natural Disasters Can Affect Voting Rights

Posted September 24, 2018 in Information, News
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By Barbara J. Sloan. When we’re rushing to protect lives and property, voting rights may not be uppermost in our minds. Nonetheless, when homes flood from rising waters or blown off roofs, voting rights can be compromised. That’s because many states, including South Carolina, require personal identification such as a driver’s license or passport to vote. All these…
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Robin Gause Announces Run for South Carolina House of Representatives, Seat 106

Posted October 3, 2017 in Information
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Surfside Beach, S.C., October 4, 2017   Robin Gause will be announcing her run for South Carolina House of Representatives, House Seat 106. The announcement will take place at 11:30a.m. at the Surfside Beach Town Hall building located at 115 US-17 BUS, Surfside Beach, SC 29575. Robin Gause has lived in the Burgess community for the past 20 years. Robin Gause worked…
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Horry Democrats to Host First Declared Democratic Candidate for 2020 Presidential Election!

Posted September 13, 2017 in Information
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The SHORE Dinner Committee of the Horry County Democratic Party is pleased to announce that Congressman John K. Delaney of Maryland’s sixth district will be the keynote speaker for this year’s event. On July 28 of this year, Mr. Delaney announced his candidacy for the presidency in 2020, making him the first major Democrat to join…
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