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Reddy and Wilson Pile on Norman as 3rd Televised GOP Debate Turns Personal
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- By James Spurck, Publisher
Norman took the heat while Mace seized the moment
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Tuesday night’s Republican debate for South Carolina governor was billed as a discussion of data centers, Scout Motors, judicial reform, education, public health, and direct auto sales.
It became something else, too.
At Wofford College in Spartanburg, four GOP candidates used those policy questions as a springboard into some of the sharpest candidate-on-candidate exchanges of the campaign. The debate featured businessman Rom Reddy, Congressman Ralph Norman, Attorney General Alan Wilson, and Congresswoman Nancy Mace. Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette declined the invitation, while State Sen. Josh Kimbrell did not meet the polling threshold to participate, according to the debate introduction.
Fox Carolina’s Justin Dougherty moderated the debate. Panel questions came from Joey Hudson of the Just the Truth podcast and a 98.9 WORD talk show host, WIS anchor Judi Gatson, WMBF anchor Eric Weisfeld, and WCSC anchor Raphael James.
SCPC Primary Poll: May 2026
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- By SC Policy Council
SC Election day will be here before you know it, and primaries across the state are heating up. SCPC wanted to check in and see where likely South Carolina voters stand on the state’s direction and the candidates.
The survey sampled 1,000 likely South Carolina primary voters, 500 Republicans and 500 Democrats, using a combination of live operator interviews and text-to-web responses. Respondents were randomly selected from past primary voters and screened for likely participation, with only those indicating they would “definitely” or “probably” vote included. Results were weighted to reflect South Carolina’s approximate partisan makeup of 60% Republican and 40% Democrat.
The survey was conducted between May 18th and May 21st and contains a margin of error of +/-3.16. Polling was conducted by Conquest Group.
Ranked Choice Voting: Reform or Recipe for Confusion?
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- By James Spurck, Publisher
Ranked choice voting has gained attention in recent years and has been adopted in several states and cities across the country, but it remains one of the most debated election reforms in modern American politics.
The issue even surfaced this week on the floor of the South Carolina House of Representatives during debate over redistricting legislation, where Democratic lawmakers introduced an amendment that would have implemented ranked choice voting in South Carolina. The proposal was ultimately rejected by the House.
While the amendment failed this time, the broader national push for ranked choice voting is not going away. Democratic activists and election reform advocates across the country continue pushing for the system through state legislatures and ballot initiatives, meaning South Carolina voters will likely hear the debate again in the future. That alone is reason enough for the public to understand exactly how the system works and why it remains so controversial.
Countdown to the 2026 South Carolina Governor Debate at Wofford
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- By Press Release
South Carolina Republicans are now officially one week away from the next major event in the 2026 gubernatorial race as candidates prepare to take the stage at Wofford College in Spartanburg on May 26.
The debate is part of the ongoing 2026 Gubernatorial Debate Series and is expected to draw Republican voters, grassroots activists, conservative leaders, and political observers from across the state.
Organizers say the event will provide voters with an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates seeking to become South Carolina’s next governor, including their priorities, policy positions, and vision for the future of the state.
From the Farm Gate to the Dinner Plate
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- By Terry M. Thacker - Reporter
Why is Cody Simpson running for the office of South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture? The Times Examiner had the opportunity recently to sit down with him to find out the answers to that question.
“I'm running to protect our land, our seas and our waterways because we've got to be again food secure.” He also said that he is running for the next generation.
”Not many people realize the importance of this role and I think it's our obligation that we share that with others,” said Simpson.
Disgraced Former Election Officials Set Criminal Court Dates
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- By Alaina Moore - United Patriots Alliance
On the morning of April 23, 2026, the Richland County Courthouse docket on the second floor read like roll call of reckoning. The courtroom was packed with lawyers and defendants alike, crammed shoulder to shoulder in front of the judge’s stand. State prosecutors were perched like birds of prey in the jury box, eagerly awaiting their next victim. Fluorescent lighting beamed down, washing all of the color out of the room and bathing everyone in a sickly white light.
Former elections director Howard “Howie” Knapp sat in the middle of it all.
SC’s Largest Multi-Candidate Primary Event Brings Republicans Across the Ballot Under One Roof
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- By James Spurck, Publisher
Candidates talk with voters one-on-one as grassroots coalition overcomes a sabotage effort against the meet-and-greet event
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. — In what many attendees described as a rare and unusually broad gathering of Republican candidates from federal, statewide, legislative, and local races all under one roof, Greenville County conservative grassroots organizations drew candidates, activists, media personalities, and voters together Monday evening for what organizers called a highly successful second “Get Connected!” voter engagement event ahead of the June 9th Republican Primary. Several longtime political organizers said they could not recall another grassroots political event in South Carolina's primary history that brought together so many candidates from across the ballot in one public setting.
Held May 11th at Hughes Main Library on Heritage Green Plaza, the political engagement event featured candidates from federal, statewide, and local races meeting directly with voters in an open forum atmosphere organized by a coalition of Upstate conservative Republican groups in partnership with 98.9 WORD radio.
Fulton Judge Ignores Law in Allowing Raffensperger to Reject Challenge to His Own Candidacy
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- By Righteous PR Agency
ATLANTA — A Fulton County Superior Court judge issued an order Monday upholding Secretary of State (SOS) Brad Raffensperger’s refusal to transfer a gubernatorial candidacy challenge against him to an administrative court as required by Georgia law. Any elector may send a candidacy challenge to the SOS who is mandated to send all challenges to the administrative court system for a hearing as per O.C.G.A. §21-2-5(b).
Northwest Georgia residents, Brandyn James and Harvey Wysong, filed a Petition for Writ of Mandamus seeking the court to force the SOS to comply with the law by transferring their challenge, which is based on an approved Georgia Republican Party resolution stating:
“It is resolved that the Georgia Republican Party shall not qualify, allow to be qualified, or take any action to allow Brad Raffensperger to qualify as a Republican or run for any elected office unless and until a GAGOP Convention removes this restriction;” [pg 10]
When Columbia Passes Gas, the Cost Doesn’t Just Dissipate into Thin Air
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- By James Spurck - Political Analysis
New transportation bills raise concerns about gas tax use, expanded spending, and whether SC lawmakers are drifting from past promises to taxpayers.
The South Carolina House Ways and Means Committee has advanced two major transportation bills, S.0831 and H.5071, moving them closer to a full House vote and setting off renewed debate over taxes, infrastructure funding, and legislative accountability.
Both S.0831 and H.5071 advanced out of committee, with both bills passing by a vote of 22 in favor, 2 opposed, and 1 not voting, signaling strong support despite growing opposition from fiscal conservatives and grassroots Republican activists.
At first glance, the vote may appear routine. But as more details emerge, critics argue the long-term effects may linger well beyond the initial legislative push, even after the initial explanation has already been clearly communicated.
Norman, Kimbrell, Lynch, Pascoe and Stumbo To Participate in May 21 Faith Forum
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- By Randy Page - Palmetto Family Council
COLUMBIA, S.C. – U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman, State Senator Josh Kimbrell (R-Spartanburg), U.S. Senate candidate Mark Lynch, First Circuit Solicitor David Pascoe, and Eighth Circuit Solicitor David Stumbo will be participating in the Palmetto Family Council/Faith Wins joint candidate forum on Thursday, May 21, beginning at 6 p.m.
In addition to the latest confirmations, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, Attorney General Alan Wilson, and State Senator Stephen Goldfinch (R-Georgetown) previously announced their participation in the forum.
Rural Transportation Bill Easily Passes S.C. House; Senate Fate Uncertain
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- By Rick Brundrett - The Nerve
On a recent Monday, David Crawford says he gave a ride in his Edisto Island Shuttle van to three young women who informed him that they initially had requested an Uber to take them off the island, but that the driver canceled two minutes before their scheduled pickup.
“They came down for a break,” Crawford, who has owned the local transportation company for more than 10 years, said when contacted by The Nerve. “That’s done routinely, just a fun little family trip.”
As Crawford first told The Nerve for a story last July, he believes there is a lack of private transportation companies in rural areas statewide. The Nerve in September revealed, based on a review of state records, that if you want a ride from a “transportation network company,” such as Uber or Lyft, it likely will be hard to do so in at least 100 small towns or cities, as well as in three rural counties, in South Carolina.
Businessman Rom Reddy Stumps for Governor in Greenville
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- By Terry M. Thacker
“We've lost our moral compass, we've got to get it back.” said the newly announced Republican gubernatorial candidate Rom Reddy as he campaigned in Greenville this past Monday.
The Isle of Palms businessman spoke to about 150 invited potential supporters at the Hotel Hartness, each of whom was required to pass through a security checkpoint before being admitted to the meeting room.
The newest Republican candidate has joined an already crowded field of five other candidates – Lieutenant Governor Pam Evette, State Senator Josh Kimbrell, Congresswoman Nancy Mace, Congressman Ralph Norman and Attorney General Alan Wilson.
Stumbo Sounds Alarm on THC, Repeat Offenders, and Cartel Crime in Greenville Appearance
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- By James Spurck, Publisher
Attorney General candidate discusses trafficking, immigration enforcement, and prosecutorial strategy during Greenville forum
GREENVILLE, SC – Republican Attorney General candidate David Stumbo delivered an extensive and detailed policy discussion during an event titled ‘An Evening with Solicitor Stumbo’ hosted by the 4th Congressional District Republican Club, offering a wide-ranging look at his approach to law enforcement, drug policy, judicial reform, and state governance.
The event, organized by club president Nate Leupp and moderated by talk radio host Joey Hudson, included both prepared remarks and an extended question-and-answer session covering issues from violent crime to cyber fraud and marijuana legalization.
Stumbo, currently serving as Solicitor for South Carolina’s 8th Judicial Circuit, emphasized prosecutorial experience and alignment with law enforcement as the foundation of his campaign.
Religious Discrimination Case Against University of AZ Can Proceed
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- By Liberty Counsel
TUCSON, Az. — The U.S. District Court in Arizona ruled former ethics Professor Daniel Grossenbach can proceed with his religious discrimination lawsuit against the University of Arizona, which unlawfully fired him for his parental rights advocacy and religious speech. Grossenbach’s lawsuit contends that the university did not renew his contract in November 2023 after receiving anonymous complaints about his advocacy against secretive gender policies at local school board meetings where his children attend school, which is not at all affiliated with the university.
Graham, Wilson and Goldfinch Commit to Palmetto Family/Faith Wins Candidate Forum
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- By Randy Page - Palmetto Family Council
COLUMBIA, S.C. – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, Attorney General Alan Wilson, and State Senator Stephen Goldfinch have each committed to joining Palmetto Family Council and Faith Wins for our joint candidate forum on Thursday, May 21, beginning at 6 p.m. Further announcements will be made as candidates confirm their participation.
“This is the only place in South Carolina for citizens to hear from statewide candidates regarding issues important to faith voters during this primary season,” said Chad Connelly, President of Faith Wins. “It’s an incredible opportunity for those seeking votes to give their message directly to evangelical voters.”
It’s Not Just About Crime: What the Attorney General Debate in Pickens Revealed
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- By James Spurck, Publisher
Attorney General candidates outline sharply different priorities
PICKENS COUNTY — Republican candidates for South Carolina Attorney General offered contrasting visions for the state’s top legal office during a debate in Pickens County, with discussions ranging from violent crime and child protection to government overreach, corruption, and the limits of prosecutorial authority.
The forum featured candidates including David Stumbo, David Pascoe, and Stephen Goldfinch, who fielded questions on law enforcement strategy, federal and state relations, and their qualifications to serve as the state’s chief prosecutor and legal officer.
While candidates aligned on several core Republican positions, the debate revealed meaningful differences in how each would approach and execute the responsibilities of the office.
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