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The Most Resilient of People: The Gullah of South Carolina

Posted February 13, 2025 by Deborah Breede in News

The place where I sit is peculiar, like the institution that shaped it (Creel, 1988), like the people who were brought here. It is a graveyard; it commands hushed tones. Its beauty is soothing to the heart, an opiate – an addictive, sensual beckoning. It is also a place of atrocity and pain. Killing fields.…

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Just A Chance that Maybe We’ll Find Better Days

Posted January 19, 2025 by Dr. Julie Keen in Community Voices

I’ll admit it: I’ve been in a lull since the election. I still have some big feelings. I’ve been avoiding the news because I don’t want to hear that felon’s name. I don’t want to know what he’s doing or planning. I don’t want to hear about the abysmal candidates he’s chosen that are likely…

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We Should All Care About Family Care: Navigating Elder Care When Our Hearts Are Breaking

Posted January 9, 2025 by Deborah Breede in Community Voices, News

Author’s Note: This article’s introduction previously appeared in The Journal of Loss and Trauma on March 18, 2023 in the article “Remembering Mother: Reconstituting Voice and Identity through Narrative with Alzheimer’s Patients” and appears here with the permission of the author, Deborah Cunningham Breede. "Man, ban, fan..." Mom emphatically points at the man in the…

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The Closing Argument: It’s Okay To Believe

Posted November 4, 2024 by Christopher Wait in Community Voices, News

With precious few days remaining between now and the election, I want to encourage you to believe. We have heard the closing arguments from both candidates. They have shared with us their contrasting visions for this country, and it’s clear that Kamala Harris believes in this country and the people in it, while Donald Trump…

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Combating Trump: The Importance of Context

Posted October 31, 2024 by Christopher Wait in Community Voices

We have all heard, by now, the concept of “sane washing”, as it pertains to the former president. This is a unique phenomenon, whereby the mainstream media condenses and cleans up statements by Trump to make them appear more coherent and less rambling than they are, presenting a more palatable version of the former president…

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Brian Palmer for Horry County Council (District 10)

Brian Palmer, Our Candidate and Your Next Horry County Council Member, District 10

Posted October 29, 2024 by Buz Martin in Community Voices, News

Brian Palmer has deep roots in Horry County and a strong background in team leadership. A Retired Navy veteran, he proudly served our great nation, with 24 years of active military service. Brian joined the U.S. Navy in 1998, just two weeks after graduating from high school. Over the years, he has earned an Associate of…

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Voting Information

Reporting Election Concerns

Posted October 25, 2024 by HCDP in Information, News

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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Three key reasons to vote for Kamala Harris for President

Posted October 24, 2024 by Edwina Bieber in Community Voices

As Election Day approaches, there are countless reasons to vote for Kamala Harris for president. Here are just three critical issues that show the stark contrast between her and her opponent.

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Mal Hyman: A Stalwart Warrior for the Party

Posted October 21, 2024 by Dr. Julie Keen in Community Voices, News

I’ve been in South Carolina only a short amount of time, just over a year. Politically, I knew there was a hard-leaning Republican base here, but I also knew I could not be the only Democrat moving into or living in Horry County. Since getting involved as a volunteer for the Horry County Democratic Party…

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No Time to Rest on Our Laurels

Posted October 14, 2024 by Christopher Wait in Community Voices

We have arrived at an interesting point in the 2024 election. The highly anticipated prime-time events largely concluded with the Vice-Presidential Debate, and now the campaigns are settling in for the race to the finish. I believe an honest assessment of this race shows that while you'd rather be Kamala Harris right now, the margins…

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Horry County Democratic Party Welcomes Reverend Michael Allen McClain as Keynote Speaker for 2024 SHORE Dinner

Horry County Democratic Party Welcomes Rev. Michael Allen McClain as Keynote Speaker for 2024 SHORE Dinner

Posted October 5, 2024 by HCDP in News

The Horry County Democratic Party (HCDP) is proud to announce Reverend Michael Allen McClain as the keynote speaker for the 2024 SHORE Dinner, themed "United to Save Democracy." Rev. McClain, who serves as the National Director for African American Faith Engagement for the Harris-Walz Presidential Campaign, will address attendees at this prestigious event, scheduled for…

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Choosing Integrity Over Corporate Interests: Mal Hyman vs. Russell Fry in SC District 7

Posted October 4, 2024 by Rick Comfort in Community Voices

When you read the biographies of both of these candidates for US Congress District 7 you will see and feel the differences they bring to their campaigns. Both are seeking your vote, BUT... Russell Fry did NOTHING to help SC in his first two years. Even the Loris Post Office that he made a big deal,…

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Redefining Alpha: How Harris and Walz Are Setting a New Standard for Strength and Authenticity

Posted October 1, 2024 by Christopher Wait in Community Voices

I was listening to a podcast recently, and my ears perked up when they played a clip of Joe Rogan offering praise for the Harris-Walz campaign. He detailed how the campaign has taken off since the switch to Harris, and, appropriately, gave her credit for a debate win. Well, he praised her “handlers”, which was…

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A New Hope: How Kamala Harris is Reenergizing America with Optimism and Change

Posted September 26, 2024 by Christopher Wait in Community Voices

This is an election cycle that is unique in many ways, but what has been made clear is that the American people want change. We are exhausted from eight long years of hate, fear mongering, othering, and divisiveness. Kamala Harris has positioned herself, uniquely, as the agent for change in this election. She has positioned…

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Beyond Partisanship in South Carolina with Harris and Walz

Posted September 23, 2024 by Buz Martin in Community Voices

This is a special message for all voters in South Carolina. VP Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz are working tirelessly to transcend the extreme political polarization that has defined the most recent election cycles. Their engagements with moderate Republicans and Independents exemplify their shared commitment to addressing the needs of all Americans, and not…

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Keen Insights: Campaign Vibes

Posted September 19, 2024 by Dr. Julie Keen in Community Voices

In June 2024, most of us were worried about Biden. We love Joe – he’s done excellent work as President. Most of his work is the simple, boring work of politics – of any job. The less you know about something, and it works anyway – that’s what we want. But for those of us…

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Kamala Outlines Winning Proposals for Healthcare in Debate

Posted September 17, 2024 by HCDP in News

It’s no surprise, then, that polled voters rank healthcare high up on their list of concerns. The presidential candidates addressed some of the issues in their recent debate.

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Horry County Democrats SHORE Dinner 2024

South Carolina Democrats 12th Annual SHORE Dinner in Myrtle Beach

Posted August 29, 2024 by HCDP in News

Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 13, 2024, as Horry County Democrats proudly host the 12th Annual SHORE Dinner at The Asher Theatre and Conference Center in Myrtle Beach. This highly anticipated event is a cornerstone in our efforts to unify, energize, and support the Democratic cause in Horry County, South Carolina. United to Save Democracy…

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Poll Worker Horry County

A Democrat Explains Poll Work: Opportunities Available

Posted August 29, 2024 by Barbara Sloan in Information, News, Voting Information

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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Horry County Deserves Democrat Representation on the County Council

Posted August 15, 2024 by HCDP in News

As Horry County continues to grow rapidly, it’s critical that our local government reflects the diverse values and interests of all residents. Together, we can ensure that Horry County’s future is bright and representative of its entire population!

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