Monday, June 24 marks the two year anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson decision by the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v Wade, and many states across the nation have created new abortion restrictions and bans, creating a network of fear for women who need help and doctors who are afraid to provide that help…
Let’s reclaim our legacy as a place of diverse voices and values. Let’s work together to ensure that Horry County’s future is as bright and inclusive as its people deserve. The time for change is now, and it begins with us!
The MAGA-inspired drive to ban books deemed objectionable in Horry County public school libraries appears to be gaining steam and opponents of such censorship are urged to let school board members know of their concerns.
Julinna Oxley, professor of philosophy at Coastal Carolina University, told the Carolina Forest Democratic Club Tuesday, Sept. 12 that the censorship…
By V. Susan Hutchinson
Are you tired of hearing people complain about wearing a mask? Tired of people posting “data” on social media that says 99% recover to make people feel better about surviving if they get it? And are you tired of the claims the media is spouting misinformation that makes it looks worse…
By Bob Gatty
Horry County and the turnout of African American voters throughout the state will be the key to Democrats carrying South Carolina in 2020, predicts state Democratic Party Chairman Trav Robertson.
“There is something happening in South Carolina,” declared Robertson as he addressed the sold-out 2019 HCDP SHORE Dinner Sept. 28.
“I’m here to tell you…
by Pam Heller
At the Beach Dems’ monthly breakfast meeting, Jaime Harrison spoke to a packed room about his upcoming campaign for U.S. Senate, where he will take on Sen. Lindsey Graham.
“We’re gonna do this thing,” said Harrison, to a round of applause, while encouraging Dems to follow the hashtag #joinjaime. He explained that he is…
By V. Susan Hutchinson.
A few weeks ago, HCDP Chair Don Kohn encouraged me to apply for the 2019 James E. Clyburn Political Fellowship. I had no idea what it was about and when I found out, I thought he was crazy to think I would actually get chosen. Nevertheless, I sent in my application, which…
The Horry County Democratic Party has compiled valuable information for individuals who are interested in pursuing a candidacy as a Democratic candidate in Horry County, South Carolina. This information encompasses various details and guidelines that potential candidates need to be aware of when considering running for office within the Democratic Party in Horry County. It…
Running for office is a serious step. It can be exhilarating and worthwhile – and hard on you, your family, and friends.
Here is a short list of questions for potential candidates:
Why do you want to run? What’s important to you? What you would work to change? Consider your strengths and how they make you a…