An estimated 137,000 LGBTQ+ adults live in South Carolina. Most of us know somebody who is in a same-sex relationship, whether it be a friend, family member, or neighbor. For many, it is hard to imagine these couples suddenly having their marriage invalidated, or being unable to marry as they had planned. However, it was not very long ago that same-sex marriage was illegal in many states in the US, including in South Carolina. Now, with the impending confirmation of a new US Supreme Court justice, LGBTQ+ rights may again be at risk in our state. Read the full post…

A strong public education system is important for all of us in many ways. It helps drive the local economy by providing an educated workforce and by attracting families and businesses to the area. The great school districts in Fort Mill and Rock Hill are often the main reason that people move to our community, and if we want to maintain this status, we need to ensure that our schools and teachers are properly funded. Read the full post…

With many Confederate statues being taken down in states across the country, cities in South Carolina remain bound by law not to remove them. Here’s why I oppose the Heritage Act and support the rights of local communities to decide whether or not they wish to continue to honor the Confederate legacy. Read the full post…