State lawmakers gathered on Tuesday, June 6th, to grant their final approval of the State’s $27 billion dollar budget for the 2017-2018 fiscal year. This approval comes after extensive negotiation and compromise by the General Assembly conferees assigned to the committee designated to marry the Senate and House versions of…
Robertson’s Blazing Start
If the recent SC Democratic Party Chairman’s race was divisive, the start of Trav Robertson’s administration is the perfect example of unification and hitting the ground running. Since his win, he has been seen frequently prowling the Statehouse grounds, in addition to meeting and talking with party leadership in counties…
Lariscey Offers Dems Hope in District 84
Democratic candidate for S.C. House District 84, Jennifer Lariscey offers residents of the district a much needed and welcomed alternative (and dare we say improvement) from their previous Representative Chris Corley. You may remember Corley for his infamous Confederate Flag Christmas Card or his less than graceful exit from the House…
Brawley Could Bring Strong New Voice to Statehouse Democrats
After handily securing a victory in the Democratic primary held on Tuesday, May 15th, well known community activist and former Richland One school board member, Wendy Brawley is giving local Democrats a lot to look forward to in the future. With progressive ideals and an outspoken demeanor her presence will…
REPUBLICAN RICK QUINN GETS INDICTED
Another Republican legislator gets indicted. http://www.thestate.com/news/local/crime/article150781792.html