Friends –

The Presidential Primaries in South Carolina are over.  This is the third Federal Election cycle I have had an active role in elections where good friends have been on the opposite side of the primary battle.  I am a firm believer that Iron Sharpening Iron is a good thing; however, this cycle, watching some of the vitriol on social media, I have grown extremely concerned about our ability to unite on issues that we must win – regardless of who wins the Presidential Primary.  The Process in South Carolina is over – and we need to get back to focusing on the things which should unite us.

There are two things taking place in our state next week, which I believe are critical to our future, as South Carolinian’s – regardless of who you supported and may or may not still be working for this Presidential Primary season.  I will be doing two separate posts, as each carry strong importance.

First, next weekend, at the Madren Center on the campus of Clemson University, the second annual Palmetto Panel will be taking place.

This all day conference WILL NOT be addressing political campaigns, WILL NOT be discussing Presidential Politics and WILL NOT be about personalities.  It is about the issues, which quite honestly are non-respecter of person issues. In other words, the way these issues are addressed will affect ALL Americans equally.  To follow are the list of speakers, and what they will be speaking on:

• State Treasurer Curtis Loftis – Our State Budget and our Unfunded Liabilities
• Congressman Jeff Duncan – National Security and The Convention of the States
• Ellen Weaver – School Choice
• Bill Eames – Learning Specific Skills to Effectively Influence Your Elected Leaders
• Jim Simpson – Islamic Refugee Resettlement
• John Anthony – Property Rights
• Henry Cooper and Dr. Peter Pry – Specific Solutions to Securing South Carolina’s Electric Grid
• Ron Aiken – An Investigative Journalist for South Carolina Policy Council
• Representative Gary Smith – Updating on the South Carolina Legislature
• Vince Coakley – Word Radio Personality
• The end of the day includes a group panel discussion where the audience will be able to ask questions to each of the panelits.

If you are a South Carolinian who believe these are issues critical to our future in South Carolina – regardless of the election – I strongly encourage you to join us for this discussion.  Registration will begin at 8 AM and the conference begins at 9 AM – yes, the website needs to updated.  Seats are limited, so please reserve your ticket today at www.PalmettoPanel.com!  I look forward to seeing you next Saturday.