Spartanburg Tea Party Meeting
March 4, 2010 by Gary Coats
Filed under Events, Press Release
Spartanburg Tea Party Meeting March 9 at Westside Library
Contact: Karen Martin - 864.249.0305
For Immediate Release: March 2, 2010
Spartanburg, SC – The Spartanburg Tea Party will hold its first meeting next Tuesday, March 9th at 7:00 PM at the Westside Library. The address is:
525 Oak Grove Road
Spartanburg, SC 29301-3538
(864) 574-6815
Directions: From Spartanburg, take Reidville Road, cross Interstate 26, then take a right at the third light onto Oak Grove Road. The branch will be on the right.
The hour long meeting will have the following agenda:
- 1. Introductions and areas of interest/expertise
- 2. Issues you’d like to see the Spartanburg Tea Party focus on
- 3. Planning for Tax Day Tea Party in Spartanburg on April 15, first order of business will be to select a location, please bring suggestions
We look forward to meeting folks in the Spartanburg area! Please spread the word to friends and family who may want to join us. Any questions between now and next Tuesday, email info@spartanburgteaparty.org.
John Moore to Announce Campaign for House District 38
February 24, 2010 by Gary Coats
Filed under Events, Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 23 February 2010
Contact: Donna Hicks
Phone: 864-804-2474
Email: Donna@DHSG.us
Businessman John Moore will officially begin his campaign this Thursday, February 25, 2010, at noon inside the manufacturing facility for Blue Ridge Log Cabins. This will be open to the public and all are invited to attend.
With strong support from the Spartanburg business community, John Moore understands the need to recruit and retain quality jobs and has the experience and support to help make that happen.
In addition to economic development, Moore has pledged to listen to his constituents and take their concerns to the Statehouse.
“One of the most important things an elected official can do is to reach out into the communities they serve, and not just listen, but have a true understanding of situations which require attention,” Moore said. “It is our responsibility to put personal differences aside and work for what’s best for the people in our district.”
For more information on John Moore, please visit his campaign website; www.MooreForHouse.com.
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To contact John Moore directly; phone: 864-597-9779; email: John@MooreForHouse.com
Congressman Wilson Endorses Livingston for Adjutant General
February 17, 2010 by Gary Coats
Filed under Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 15, 2010
CONTACT: Matt Nichols (803) 546-4177
Today, Republican Congressman Joe Wilson endorsed Major General Bob Livingston in his run to become the next Adjutant General of South Carolina. The press conference took place at the South Carolina Republican Party Headquarters. Wilson’s endorsement follows the endorsement of current Adjutant General Stanhope Spears.
“General Livingston and I served in the Guard together; I visited him and the 218th every 3 months in Afghanistan. I have seen him demonstrate incredible leadership and judgment leading our troops. He is unquestionably uniquely qualified to be the next Adjutant General.”, said Wilson.
General Livingston went on to say, “This endorsement signifies that we are dedicated to taking care of our soldiers at home and abroad, as well as emphasizing quality family support at home.”
Today’s press conference is the most recent indication of Livingston’s broad base of support from National Guard members and the GOP establishment and grassroots communities. These factors, coupled with his substantial war chest makes him the clear front-runner for the GOP nomination.
Major General Bob Livingston is the President and CEO of Gregory Electric Co. In Afghanistan, he led South Carolina’s 218th Brigade and troops from 18 different coalition nations. Livingston currently serves on General Patraeus’ staff at Central Command.
ADJUTANT GENERAL SPEARS ENDORSES BILL CONNOR
February 17, 2010 by Gary Coats
Filed under Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FEBRUARY 16, 2010
ADJUTANT GENERAL SPEARS ENDORSES BILL CONNOR
WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Adjutant General Stanhope Spears today announced his endorsement of Bill Connor for Lieutenant Governor.
“Having spent the better part of 16 years as South Carolina’s Adjutant General, I have learned not to give endorsements too easily to a candidate for public office. However, one of those exceptions is Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor – Bill Connor.
“He is an Army veteran and has been deployed with the South Carolina Army National Guard in the ‘Global War Against Terrorism.’ Highly decorated, he currently holds the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Army Reserve. He is a proven leader!
“Besides being a dedicated family man with three children, Bill Connor understands the business climate in our state and what needs to be done to promote job growth and economic stability. He fully understands the concerns of our senior community in these difficult times but also realizes the tremendous potential and talent that resides in retirees.
“Bill Connor has all the traits – all the values – to make a great Lieutenant Governor. I am pleased to support Bill Connor now, in the Primary and in the General Election.”
“It was my great honor and pleasure to serve in the South Carolina National Guard under General Spears both in peace and in war. I am even prouder to have his support,” Bill Connor responded. “General Spears distinguished himself as a leader during the entirety his 38 years of service to the Guard, especially during his 16 year tenure as Adjutant General. I look forward to working with him as a voice for military retirees and veterans in our state.”
General Spears is the first current statewide office holder to endorse in the race for Lt. Governor. He joins hundreds of veterans from around South Carolina as members of “Bill’s Brigade,” the Connor Veterans Coalition. Other notable members of that group include Medal of Honor recipients Major General James Livingston and Colonel Chuck Murray.
Bill Connor is a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserves who received the Bronze Star for his service in combat as the senior American advisor in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Bill is the first post-9/11 combat veteran to announce for South Carolina statewide office. In addition to his Reserve duties, Bill serves as the Chairman of the Board of Orangeburg Christian Academy. Bill is a graduate of the Citadel and USC Law School.
Livingston Officially Announces Candidacy
February 5, 2010 by Gary Coats
Filed under Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 4, 2010
CONTACT: Matt Nichols: (803) 546-4177
PRESS RELEASE
Today Major General Bob Livingston announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for the office of South Carolina’s Adjutant General.
Livingston, the S.C. National Guard Major General who commanded 1,800 deployed S.C. National Guardsmen last year in Afghanistan, was surrounded by friends and supporters as he made his announcement in front of the Veterans Memorial on the Statehouse grounds in Columbia.
“Today based on the endorsement and encouragement of many retired general officers, retired senior enlisted officers, and active guardsmen, I officially announce that I am a Republican candidate seeking the office of the Adjutant General for South Carolina.” Livingston said.
At the announcement ceremony retired Colonel Steve Vinson read an endorsement letter on behalf of the current Adjutant General Stan Spears saying:
“The Guard today is in a great transitional period, a transitional period that requires not only leadership but a deep understanding of the core values that drive our brave soldiers and airmen. I know of only one man that can meet those high standards and that is General Bob Livingston. Now is the time for all of us to get behind his efforts and see him through the primary and General Election”
Livingston said, “General Spears’ endorsement means a lot to me, he was my battalion commander when I was a Scout Platoon leader with the 4-118th Infantry about 27 years ago. His support represents a transfer of goals and desires between two senior military commanders. I plan take the baton and continue the great work done by General Spears to take the South Carolina National Guard to its full potential.”
Livingston serves as President of Gregory Electric, a multi-state business with more than 350 employees. He currently serves on General Patraeus’ Central Command staff coordinating with 60 different coalition nations.