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Same Sex, non-Christian SC Couples Denied Foster Care Placements

Posted January 30, 2019 by HCDP in News

By Sandra Ferrante-Kohn. Nothing says love and compassion and caring like a governor — and a president — who think it's OK for religious-based foster care agencies to deny couples the right to care for children if they are same sex or, heaven forbid, not Christian. You heard that right. That is exactly what Gov. Henry McMaster has done and…

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The Hypocrisy of Tom Rice

Posted January 29, 2019 by HCDP in News

By V. Susan Hutchinson. Tom Rice, the man representing the 7th Congressional district of South Carolina in the U.S. House of Representatives, is a hypocrite. In fact, his blatant political hypocrisy is on full display in two recent taxpayer financed newsletters emailed to constituents. One of these updates was posted Jan. 19, just before Martin Luther…

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For the Future: Join the Fight

Posted January 28, 2019 by HCDP in Community Voices, News

By Don Kohn. We are living through a historic time, one that our grandchildren will learn about in school and will most likely feel the impact of as they grow into adulthood. It is a time when the President of the United States, simply out of spite or hate, stupidity, greed or gut feel has made decisions…

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HCDP Launches 2020 Voter Registration Initiative

Posted January 25, 2019 by HCDP in Information, News, Voting Information

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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Christine Carr Honored for Gun Sense Activism

Posted January 21, 2019 by HCDP in News

The HCDP Gun Sense Committee and HCDP officers and members were on hand Jan. 21 to see Christine Carr, a founding member of the Committee, be honored at the 2019 Martin Luther King Day celebration breakfast. Christine received the Drum Major for Civic Activism Award for her tireless work in addressing gun violence and voting rights,…

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Despite Historic ‘Firsts,’ the Racial Wealth Gap Grows Wider

Posted January 21, 2019 by HCDP in News

Editor’s Note: On this Martin Luther King Day, we offer this article that examines the racial wealth divide, which, tragically, has grown wider rather than closing, as Dr. King would have hoped. By Stacy Fitzgerald. 2018 saw numerous "firsts" for Blacks, not the least of which was the election to Congress of Rep. Ayanna Pressley, the first Black…

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Offshore Drilling Planning Continues Despite Trump Shutdown

Posted January 20, 2019 by HCDP in News

UPDATE: Court Blocks Prep Work for Offshore Drilling During Shutdown A federal judge in South Carolina has rejected the Trump administration's attempt to continue preparatory work for offshore drilling during the #TrumpShutdown, issuing a ruling in a federal lawsuit challenging the overall expansion plans. U.S. District Judge Richard Gergel's ruling prohibits federal agencies "from taking action to…

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Horry Dems Join Women’s March

Posted January 20, 2019 by HCDP in News

A strong contingent of Democrats, including many members of HCDP, demonstrated for women’s rights Saturday, January 19 at the Women’s March in Myrtle Beach, sponsored by Grand Strand Action Together (GSAT). HCDP supports and actively advocates for equality, affordable health care, voting rights and a safe and healthy environment, and was delighted at the turnout of…

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HCDP to Join GSAT Sponsored Women’s March

Posted January 17, 2019 by HCDP in News

Please plan to participate in the Women’s March at Chapin Park in Myrtle Beach Saturday, January 19 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.. A contingent of members and supporters of the Horry County Democratic Party will attend, so please bring friends, family and neighbors out for this day of activism. Sponsored by Grand Strand Action Together…

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The Trump Shutdown & Power Grab

Posted January 14, 2019 by HCDP in News

By Don Kohn. President Trump claims he has the power to declare a national emergency and order the construction of his wall and now is threatening to use already appropriated disaster relief money and the Army Corps of Engineers to get it done. Last Thursday he went to the Texas border with Mexico and began laying the…

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HCDP congratulates Cathy Tourloukis

HCDP congratulates Cathy Tourloukis

Posted January 4, 2019 by HCDP in News

Horry Democratic Party congratulates Cathy Tourloukis, one of our most active volunteers, for her dedication to our community. Cath recently was honored as "Volunteer of the Year" by the Carolina Forest Library, but that's just the beginning of her community involvement. Retired from advertising sales in New York, Tourloukis says, "It makes me feel useful and…

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‘For the People’ Agenda Launched by Dems in Congress

Posted January 3, 2019 by HCDP in News

By Don Kohn. Thursday, January 3rd was a historic day in Washington, DC as the new Democratic House of Representatives was officially seated and Speaker Nancy Pelosi (CA) promised to pursue our party’s “For the People” agenda. Of course, before any action on substantive legislation can move forward, a solution must be found to the #TrumpShutdown, and…

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Gun Sense Committee to March in MLK Parade

Posted January 3, 2019 by HCDP in News

Join the HCDP Gun Sense Committee to march in the 2019 MLK parade. Marchers to Line-up at 11:15 a.m., at 2306 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach (Harry's Restaurant). The parade starts at 26th Avenue North & Ocean Boulevard at noon. Parade route: 26th Avenue & Ocean Boulevard to 10th Avenue & Plyler Park. Restrooms available at start and finish…

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Happy Holidays

Holiday Greetings

Posted December 24, 2018 by HCDP in News

The officers of the Horry County Democratic Party would like to express our appreciation to all of you for your hard work and dedication in 2018. In this election year we were able to double the Democratic voter turn out over the previous mid-term election and make significant strides to increase our presence throughout the county.…

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An Open Letter to Trump Supporters

Posted December 23, 2018 by HCDP in Community Voices, News

Dear Trump Supporters: I was surprised not to hear celebratory fireworks Friday night when the partial government shutdown happened at midnight. I thought you’d be celebrating your boy keeping his promise, as he has kept so few. What was that? It’s the fault of the Democrats? I thought he said on national television, in front of millions of…

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Trump’s Toothless Bump Stocks ‘Ban’

Posted December 20, 2018 by HCDP in News

By David Higham. After nearly a full year of review, the US Justice Department (DOJ) has issued a final rule to prohibit the manufacture, sale and ownership of bump stocks and similar devices. A bump stock is an accessory that when affixed to a semi-automatic rifle, uses the rifle's recoil action to simulate the rapid fire of a machine-gun. Bump…

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Healthcare in Congress – a Possible Democratic Agenda

Posted November 23, 2018 by HCDP in Community Voices, News

By Don Kohn. When Democrats officially take control of the U.S. House of Representatives in January, a major focus will be on improving healthcare for all Americans – exactly the opposite of what would have been the case had Republicans retained control of both chambers of Congress in the November 6 election. Rep. Joe Kennedy (D-MA) has…

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America’s Armed Forces and Veterans: Are They Now Just Political Pawns?

Posted November 9, 2018 by HCDP in News

By V. Susan Hutchinson. The Second Continental Congress created the first Continental Army on June 14, 1775. Since that time American troops have fought for the cause of preserving freedom and democracy not just for America, but for countries all over the world. The Spanish-American War was the first war where the United States was pulled into…

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2018 Midterm Elections: Thanks for your support!

2018 Midterm Elections: Thanks for your support!

Posted November 8, 2018 by HCDP in News

Thank you to everyone who worked so tirelessly for the party and for Democratic candidates. You devoted months of work in the lead up to the election and you worked and devoted your time on election day. While casting your ballot for our Democratic candidates, you also encouraged your family and friends to do the…

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Provisional Voting: What you need to know if you are told you ineligible to vote on election day

Provisional Ballot: What you need to know if you are told you are ineligible to vote on election day

Posted November 4, 2018 by HCDP in Voting Information

Voter suppression has been a concern across the nation this election year. Voter roll purges have been common and have happened in Horry County even when a person missed only one election within the past year. That's why it is so important to check your voter status before you go to the polls and bring…

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