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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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Is Trump’s America Winning Yet?

Posted November 19, 2018 by HCDP in News

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By Bob Gatty. Now that Donald Trump has been in office nearly two years, it's fair to ask whether voters in "Trump's America" are "winning" yet, as he repeatedly promised during his presidential election campaign. The answer, according to this analysis published by The Washington Post (one of Trump's favorite news outlets), is no. In fact, the data shows…

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

Posted November 9, 2018 by HCDP in News

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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!

Posted November 8, 2018 by HCDP in News

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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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HCDP Members Rally, Urging SC to Close the ‘Gun Show Loophole’

Posted November 5, 2018 by HCDP in News

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By Bob Gatty. HCDP members and other citizens rallied at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center November 4 to urge the SC State Legislature to enact sensible gun laws. The rally was held across the street from the convention center, where the Myrtle Beach Gun Show was being held. For a photo album of the rally, please click…

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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

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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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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

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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

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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

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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 Blitz Horry County; Urge Big Turnout Nov. 6

Posted October 29, 2018 by HCDP in News

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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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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE : Educators for McMaster?

Posted October 25, 2018 by HCDP in News

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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

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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

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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

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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

Posted October 15, 2018 by HCDP in News

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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

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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

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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 Nov. 6

Posted October 8, 2018 by HCDP in News

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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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Democrats: Fighting for Equality

Posted October 4, 2018 by HCDP in Information

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Editor’s Note: The following is excerpted from HCDP’s issue paper on Equality. For the complete article and to see papers covering many more issues, please click here or on the Issues button above. By Bob Gatty. Horry County Democrats fully endorse the Democratic Party vision that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to make the most of…

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HCDP on the Issues

Posted October 1, 2018 by HCDP in Information, News

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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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