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You have the power. Use It! Vote November 6th

Time to Use Your Power at the Ballot Box

Posted November 4, 2018 by HCDP in Community Voices, News

By Don Kohn, HCDP Chair On Tuesday, Horry County voters will participate in the 2018 midterm election, which could well be one of the most important elections of our times. They will have an opportunity to use their constitutionally guaranteed power – at the ballot box. At stake are the U.S. House of Representatives seat in District…

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Join HCDP’s Vigil at Myrtle Beach Gun Show

Posted October 31, 2018 by HCDP in News

By David Higham, Chair (HCDP Gun Sense Action Committee) On Sunday November 4th, Horry County Democrats and other residents will gather across the street from the Myrtle Beach Convention Center where a large Gun Show is scheduled to take place. Organized by the Horry Democrats Gun Sense Action Committee, the rally and vigil is scheduled for 2:00…

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You Have the Power: Use it! Vote Blue Nov. 6

Posted October 29, 2018 by HCDP in Community Voices, News

By Don Kohn, Chairman of the Horry County Democratic Party Voter enthusiasm is building in Horry County and South Carolina, and we sense a wave of Democratic support that may well be unprecedented. Voters appear poised to reject the policies of the Trump and McMaster administrations and elect candidates with positive, inclusive messages who are committed…

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Democratic Candidates

Democratic Candidates Blitz Horry County; Urge Big Turnout Nov. 6

Posted October 29, 2018 by HCDP in News

Pictured at Coppers Restaurant in Conway are candidates (l-r): Melvin T. Whittenburg for SC Secretary of State; Robin Gause for SC House of Representatives (District 106); Harold Phillips for Horry County Council (District 7); Mandy Powers Norell for SC Lieutenant Governor; James Smith for Governor of South Carolina; Robert Williams for U.S. House of Representatives…

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HCDP - For Immediate Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE : Educators for McMaster?

Posted October 25, 2018 by HCDP in News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 25, 2018 Contact: Saloni Sharma Educators for McMaster? Columbia, S.C. - Today Henry McMaster had a photo-op with an “Educators for McMaster” coalition. During the press conference, the Governor “touted” the 1% teacher pay raise included in this year’s budget. That’s odd when McMaster included $0 in his own budget to increase teacher pay…

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HCDP Radio Ad Campaigns

Posted October 19, 2018 by HCDP in News

Horry County Democratic Party’s radio advertising campaign is set to launch! Promoting Democratic values, these ads urge listeners to vote for our Democratic slate of candidates in the mid-term elections. Listen for these ads now running through the election below. The campaign includes three commercials on WPJS Gospel 1220 AM, WMIR /WJXY 1200 AM, and WJAY…

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VOTE NO on Governor Appointed Superintendent of Education

Vote NO on APPOINTED Secretary of Education

Posted October 16, 2018 by HCDP in News

By Verlene B. DeWitt, 2nd Vice-Chairperson HCDP. It’s a tough time for all teachers and students. They are concerned about covering the curriculum, grades, school safety, hurricanes, floods, etc. There is another issue that they might not even know about. On this midterm election ballot, there is a constitutional amendment which would change the way the Secretary…

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HCDP’s New TV Ads: You Have the Power!

Posted October 16, 2018 by HCDP in News, Video

Two new TV commercials promoting Democratic issues and urging voters to vote for Democratic candidates launched Tuesday, Oct. 16 and will run through the election. The ads are an important component of Horry County Democratic Party's media advertising campaign that is designed to encourage voters to take action and vote for candidates who will actually support…

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The Disappointment Know As Lindsey Graham

The Disappointment Know As Lindsey Graham

Posted October 15, 2018 by HCDP in News

By Sandra Kohn. Lindsey Olin Graham is a 62 year old native of central South Carolina. Graham, a Republican, was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2003 winning the seat of retiring Strom Thurmond. Graham had previously served a term as a representative in the South Carolina House (1993-1995) and the U.S. House of Representatives (1995-2003). The…

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15 Ways to Make a Difference on Election Day

Posted October 15, 2018 by HCDP in News, Voting Information

By Barbara J. Sloan. Horry County Democrats can do something about today’s political climate. And now is the time to do it. Here are 15 ways to make a huge difference. Voter registration has been extended to Wednesday October 17 due to Hurricane Florence. Are you registered? Do you have a plan to go to the…

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Constance Anastopoulo for Attorney General

Restoring Honor and Trust Back to South Carolina

Posted October 10, 2018 by HCDP in News

South Carolina Democrats, I had the opportunity to read the results of the Grand Jury’s investigation into the public corruption in state government. Along with more insights about the Quinns and their continued illegal involvement with our state representatives, it gave us more disheartening and troubling news about our current Attorney General. I want to take this…

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The Highest Stakes are on November 6th

The Highest Stakes are on Nov. 6

Posted October 8, 2018 by HCDP in News

By Don Kohn. The narrow confirmation by the U.S. Senate of Brett Kavanaugh to succeed retiring Justice David Kennedy on the U.S. Supreme court emphasizes in stark terms the absolute necessity of Democrats taking control of both houses of Congress in the November 6 election. Kavanaugh’s commitment to extreme right-wing public policy issues has been well documented…

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HCDP on the Issues

Posted October 1, 2018 by HCDP in Information, News

by Bob Gatty, Director of Communications Horry County Democratic Party has developed a series of “white papers” outlining our position, concerns, and call-to-action on the many issues that affect us all. The papers are available here or by clicking on the “Issues” navigation button above. The papers, developed by an outstanding team of volunteer writers and editors…

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7th Annual HCDP SHORE Dinner – SOLD OUT!

Posted September 30, 2018 by HCDP in News

We are pleased to announce that our 2018 SHORE Dinner has SOLD OUT! If you have spoken to Nancy Anderson and let her know that your check would be sent to the PO Box, please call her at: (843)340-1595 ASAP to discuss your reservation. If you do not have a confirmed reservation and would like to be…

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Natural Disasters Can Affect Voting Rights

Posted September 24, 2018 by HCDP in Information, News

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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Smith/Norrell: The 46-County Campaign Video

Posted September 21, 2018 by HCDP in News, Video

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Since resuming campaigning Monday, James Smith and Mandy Powers Norrell have been in Greenville, Spartanburg, Lancaster, Richland, Dillon and Marlboro counties. On Thursday, they had no fewer than seven events in Aiken County. Today they’ll be in Florence, then over the weekend Charleston, among other places. Welcome to the 46-County Campaign.…

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Dems Care; Help with Florence Recovery

Posted September 20, 2018 by HCDP in News

Although most South Carolinians and many Horry County residents are breathing easier now that Hurricane Florence has exited the area, in many cases leaving less damage than anticipated, we know this is a slow-motion disaster for many residents of Horry County who live near the waterway and rivers all of which makes our county so…

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Support HCDP’s Election Ad Campaign

Posted September 17, 2018 by HCDP in Information, News

By Don Kohn. HCDP is working hard to encourage greater voter registration and inform our citizens of our party’s values to help them understand what our candidates would implement if elected. While HCDP has set aside some funds to carry out this effort, we are asking for additional help so we can expand our area of coverage…

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The Danger Next Door: Children and Unsecured Weapons

Posted September 17, 2018 by HCDP in News, Video

By Henry Garbelman and David Higham. The purpose of the video is to educate individuals to the risks associated with our children. We hope this initiative will cause more people who don’t own guns to be aware of these risks, and prompt them to ask before they send their children over to play next…

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Celebrating Labor on Labor Day

Posted September 3, 2018 by HCDP in News

By Rick Patelunas. It’s easy to forget that Labor Day is more than a transition from summer and to fall on the calendar. The history of Labor Day stretches back more than 100 years. Labor Day is “a national holiday celebrating the nation’s workers” according to the US Department of Labor's website. Labor Day is a chance…

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