Posted: 3/26/2026 2:57:14 PM EDT
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I despise Wilson and Graham. I refuse to vote for either of them, but I also can't vote for a democrat. Who are the Christian conservatives running against these two oxygen thieves? |
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Mark Lynch is who you are probably asking about. He definitely looks better on paper than Graham, but I don't know anything else about him other than what I've read. Hopefully some folks here know him and can chime in. The liberal democrat woman who's running is Annie Andrews- she sounds like a horrendous candidate, but we have an increasing number of retards in this state who are hell bent on destroying it so she's probably a serious threat at this point. In the years since her House run, Andrews stepped away from her practice at the Medical University of South Carolina and founded a political organization focused on issues related to children, including climate change, gun violence and childhood poverty. According to federal filings, an affiliated political action committee, Their Future PAC, gave $7,000 to a handful of candidates in the 2024 cycle and had about $5,000 on hand at the end of 2024. https://thehornnews.com/gop-sen-lindsey-graham-gets-surprising-2026-challenger/ Worth the short read- the high points are guns (gun control) and "think of the children". Dr. Annie Andrews is an American pediatrician, educator, activist, and political candidate. She is currently a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at George Washington University and practices as a hospitalist at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. In 2026, she launched a campaign for the U.S. Senate, aiming to challenge four-term incumbent Republican Senator Lindsey Graham. Dr. Andrews earned her M.D. from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed her pediatric residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center . She has since dedicated over 15 years to pediatric care, focusing on child health advocacy and gun violence prevention. Motivated by the 2018 Parkland school shooting, Dr. Andrews became an active member of Moms Demand Action, a grassroots movement advocating for gun safety . In 2022, she ran as the Democratic nominee for South Carolina’s 1st congressional district, though she was not elected. Following this, she founded Their Future. Our Vote., a non-profit organization and political action committee (PAC) dedicated to electing leaders who prioritize children’s issues. Early Life and Education Dr. Annie Andrews was born and raised in South Carolina. She earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed her pediatric residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Medical Career and Advocacy With over 15 years of experience as a pediatrician, Dr. Andrews has dedicated her career to child health. She is currently a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at George Washington University and practices as a hospitalist at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. In addition to her clinical work, she is a gun violence prevention advocate and researcher, focusing on reducing pediatric firearm injuries through secure storage counseling. She serves as a Senior Advisor to Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action . Political Involvement 2022 Congressional Campaign In 2022, Dr. Andrews ran as the Democratic nominee for South Carolina’s 1st congressional district. Although she did not win, her campaign highlighted issues such as gun violence and children’s health, bringing attention to these critical topics in the political arena. Founding Their Future. Our Vote. Following her congressional campaign, Dr. Andrews founded Their Future. Our Vote., a non-profit organization and PAC aimed at electing leaders who prioritize children’s issues. The organization focuses on advocating for policies that support child health, education, and safety. 2026 Senate Campaign In May 2025, Dr. Andrews announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate, challenging Republican incumbent Lindsey Graham. Her campaign emphasizes the need for leaders who are committed to children’s well-being and are willing to stand up against policies that undermine public health and safety . Personal Life Dr. Andrews resides in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, with her husband, Dr. Charlie Andrews, a neurological critical care physician at the Medical University of South Carolina. They have three children. In her personal life, she enjoys spending time with her family and engaging in community activities. Net Worth As of now, there is no publicly available information regarding Dr. Annie Andrews’ net worth. Conclusion Dr. Annie Andrews’ transition from a dedicated pediatrician to a passionate political advocate underscores her commitment to improving the lives of children and families. Her medical expertise, combined with her advocacy work, positions her as a formidable candidate in the 2026 Senate race. Her campaign reflects a desire for change and a focus on policies that prioritize the health and safety of the nation’s youth. Frequently Asked Questions What inspired Dr. Annie Andrews to enter politics? Dr. Andrews was motivated by the 2018 Parkland school shooting and the 2016 presidential election, which spurred her to transition from a private practice to a public advocate for children’s issues. Has Dr. Andrews held any political office? No, Dr. Andrews has not held any elected office. She ran for Congress in 2022 but was not elected. She is currently a candidate for the U.S. Senate in 2026. What are Dr. Andrews’ main campaign issues? Dr. Andrews’ campaign focuses on child health, gun violence prevention, and reproductive rights, emphasizing the need for policies that protect and support children and families. Where does Dr. Andrews currently practice medicine? Dr. Andrews is a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at George Washington University and practices as a hospitalist at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. She also has over 15 years of experience as a pediatrician in South Carolina. Another liberal whackadoodle white woman, who got into politics because of a shooting, has ties to organizations who want to undermine people's rights and who lives in Mount Pleasant but works in DC.  Attached File |
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Originally Posted By sandboxmedic: Mark Lynch is who you are probably asking about. He definitely looks better on paper than Graham, but I don't know anything else about him other than what I've read. Hopefully some folks here know him and can chime in. The liberal democrat woman who's running is Annie Andrews- she sounds like a horrendous candidate, but we have an increasing number of retards in this state who are hell bent on destroying it so she's probably a serious threat at this point. https://thehornnews.com/gop-sen-lindsey-graham-gets-surprising-2026-challenger/ Worth the short read- the high points are guns (gun control) and "think of the children". Another liberal whackadoodle white woman, who got into politics because of a shooting, has ties to organizations who want to undermine people's rights and who lives in Mount Pleasant but works in DC. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/70832/Please_think_of_the_children_-_Copy_jpg-3736471.JPG Andrews ran against Nancy Mace for District 1 rep last go around, 56.5% to 42.5% was the vote total. Andrews has all of the liberal white women voting for her which wasn't enough to give her a W here in Charleston. I doubt she's a contender for her majesty Graham's seat but it's something to keep an eye on. She gives off Spanberger vibes which doesn't bode well for SC if she were ever to take any office. Mark Lynch is getting my vote as of now. On the gov side, I like Reddy. I would much prefer a successful businessman run the state over a politician. Rom has shown himself to be adept at standing his ground and he is saying a lot of the right things. I also see him at church every Sunday so that helps his case 
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Rom Reddy got a bunch of unfavorable press recently in Charleston. He built his big mansion on the beach at Isle of Palms and put in some structures without any approvals to protect his house but will cause more damage to adjacent houses. He has been fighting it in the courts. He presents himself as the guy that wants to fight big government, but seems to act like the rules don’t apply to me. Big talking point is how many want to eliminate the state income tax. No one is saying what taxes they will increase or new taxes enacted to make up for the lost revenue. |
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Originally Posted By MarkBinSC: Rom Reddy got a bunch of unfavorable press recently in Charleston. He built his big mansion on the beach at Isle of Palms and put in some structures without any approvals to protect his house but will cause more damage to adjacent houses. He has been fighting it in the courts. He presents himself as the guy that wants to fight big government, but seems to act like the rules don’t apply to me. Big talking point is how many want to eliminate the state income tax. No one is saying what taxes they will increase or new taxes enacted to make up for the lost revenue. I knew nothing about the guy other than he seems a bit odd in his ads, can't quite put my finger on why. His site has a bunch of talk about using AI to limit government and the bit about his beach house smells kinda funny too. He says "longtime SC resident" but a quick google search doesn't say where he's actually from. As others have said, I wish Mace, along with Miss Graham and quite a few others, would just disappear from SC politics. Open an ice cream store or something, just leave politics. |
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If I can quote myself: "All politicians are liars, so vote for the one that lies your way." 57plymouth Rom may be a scumbag like the rest of the scumbags running for governor, but he claims he wants to eliminate income taxes and cut the government. I like both of those lies. I know full well they are lies though. |
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Originally Posted By MarkBinSC: Rom Reddy got a bunch of unfavorable press recently in Charleston. He built his big mansion on the beach at Isle of Palms and put in some structures without any approvals to protect his house but will cause more damage to adjacent houses. He has been fighting it in the courts. He presents himself as the guy that wants to fight big government, but seems to act like the rules don’t apply to me. Big talking point is how many want to eliminate the state income tax. No one is saying what taxes they will increase or new taxes enacted to make up for the lost revenue. Sure they have . They want pure sales tax revenue. Personally, with the tax breaks you get as a senior, and the aging of the population in general, they want to get everyone back into the tax pool. Not to mention the unemployed or being an overall low income state they claim it as a win for “everyone” but it isn’t. I am against. |
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Originally Posted By 57plymouth: If I can quote myself: "All politicians are liars, so vote for the one that lies your way." 57plymouth Rom may be a scumbag like the rest of the scumbags running for governor, but he claims he wants to eliminate income taxes and cut the government. I like both of those lies. I know full well they are lies though. Kinda self contradictory-no? If they're telling me lies I want to hear, then I'll be shafted when they turn out to be lies. If they're telling me lies about what I don't want to hear, I'll be shafted if I bet on it all being a lie if they weren't lying. Fuck Graham. Please make that shitbag stroke out before he can be re-elected... |
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Originally Posted By BabyGlock_27: Kinda self contradictory-no? If they're telling me lies I want to hear, then I'll be shafted when they turn out to be lies. If they're telling me lies about what I don't want to hear, I'll be shafted if I bet on it all being a lie if they weren't lying. Fuck Graham. Please make that shitbag stroke out before he can be re-elected... That is exactly my point. Politicians are liars. Pick the lie that suits you. They all say they are going to do something, then they don't. And I wholeheartedly agree with your sentiments on Graham. |
| I've met Lynch, he seems like a good man. He is strong in his values from what I've heard and the conversation I had with him. He's "local" to me and the general chatter is he really is a good man. He's getting my vote for sure. |
Louis L'Amour, “To make democracy work, we must be a nation of participants, not simply observers. One who does not vote has no right to complain.”
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Originally Posted By 57plymouth: Bonus points if the church you attend with Rom is Presbyterian... Anyway, I think it's hilarious that Ralph Norman, who is a career politician, is running on a platform of term limits. Hypocritical to say the least. Southern Baptist 
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Originally Posted By atavistic: How about Congressional 1st District? Like 10 running on the GOP side. Who is the least worst? That’s all about to change. There’s a 99% chance that the districts are going to be redrawn and some of the candidates (and constituents) will end up in another district. |
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No redistricting for us (Newsmax): The Republican push for South Carolina to join the national redistricting battle by redrawing its U.S. House map fizzled Tuesday as an initial vote in the state Senate fell short. President Donald Trump had urged South Carolina to redraw its congressional districts ahead of the November elections in an attempt to help Republicans win another seat in the closely divided chamber. The state House had voted in favor of letting lawmakers return after the regular session ends this week to consider redistricting, and had proposed a new map that could eliminate the state’s only Democratic-held seat. But the Senate had to give permission to take up redistricting, too. The 29-17 vote failed, with just two votes short of the two-thirds needed. Five Republicans joined all the Democrats in the chamber to reject the proposal. Trump said on social media Monday that he was closely watching the redistricting vote, urging South Carolina senators to “be bold and courageous” and to delay the House primaries so new districts can be drawn. Although Republicans have a supermajority in the chamber, some GOP senators weren’t sure the proposed map would guarantee the party could unseat longtime Democratic U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn. They also said it could push enough Democrats into other districts to backfire, resulting in a 5-2 or even a 4-3 Republican split. Republican Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey acknowledged the pressure from Trump, but said he doesn't like being asked to bend to someone’s will instead of doing what’s best for his state. “I got too much Southern in my blood,” Massey said. “I’ve got too much resistance in my heritage.”Collins from Columbia, South Carolina, and Lieb from Jefferson City, Missouri. |
Louis L'Amour, “To make democracy work, we must be a nation of participants, not simply observers. One who does not vote has no right to complain.”
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It looks like the Governor is going to call them back. Those five Senators that voted no are going to have a tough road for their next election. |
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Clyburn's black majority district was the greatest gift ever given to SC conservatives. Now SC conservatives are fighting to do away with it, while the SC democrats are fighting to preserve it. It is absolutely bizarre. |
Our idea of a rough TDY was if the hotel did not have a swimming pool.
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President Trump has endorsed, Pamela Evette, the Lieutenant Governor. He also announced her running mate, Henry D McMaster Jr. I know both of them personally and they are good decent people. I think they will do a fine job, if they get elected. We could do much worse. |
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Everette will never get my vote. She is forever stained for being complicit in the Scout Motors deal that is ruining Blythewood. I don't care how good of a person she is, she is guilty of Scout so she is out. I'll vote for Reddy. He's not a career politician like all of the other candidates. |
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Originally Posted By 57plymouth: Everette will never get my vote. She is forever stained for being complicit in the Scout Motors deal that is ruining Blythewood. I don't care how good of a person she is, she is guilty of Scout so she is out. I'll vote for Reddy. He's not a career politician like all of the other candidates. People said similar things about BMW and now they make more Bimmers than anywhere else in the world. But, yeah, Blythwood is ruined. It was a great place that was under the radar, for a long time. It’s a shame to see what it’s turning into. It can take 15-20 minutes to get through the red light in the mornings. Richland County approving housing developments isn’t helping that. Rightly, or wrongly, the truth is that the General Assembly runs South Carolina. IMHO, Reddy isn’t equipped to deal with those folks. |
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I didn't know you lived in Scout-hood too. The new neighborhoods is a double edged sword for me. The more houses they build, the more houses I can appraise, and that's money in my pocket. But that also creates a more miserable existence here in Scout-hood. However, since Pugh has been approving every scrap of land becoming another slash and burn neighborhood with 10 houses to the acre, I'm voting against him too. And I've been very vocal about his incompetence to him directly and other members of council. |
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Originally Posted By 57plymouth: I didn't know you lived in Scout-hood too. The new neighborhoods is a double edged sword for me. The more houses they build, the more houses I can appraise, and that's money in my pocket. But that also creates a more miserable existence here in Scout-hood. However, since Pugh has been approving every scrap of land becoming another slash and burn neighborhood with 10 houses to the acre, I'm voting against him too. And I've been very vocal about his incompetence to him directly and other members of council. I don’t live there. But, I go through there a lot for work and for other things. I completely agree with you about Blythewood. It’s almost like it was a secret fishing spot and now it hosts a Bassmaster tournament. They are currently building a dozen or more houses on an area that used to be a hunting club. It’s not just Blythewood though. I own some property in Georgetown and they just built a 2000 acre monstrosity of a solar fam in the back yard. Berkeley County is also out of control. There’s hundreds of homes being build adjacent to the National forest. I’m not a fan of all of this “progress.” I will say that more land has been added to nature conservancies and trusts under the McMaster administration than at any other time in recent history. He has also expanded a couple of state parks. The Governor is about as environmentally friendly as a person could be, without being a hippy. The down side of being a “business friendly” state is that it causes growth. Im sure that you’ve seen that SC is the fasted growing state in the country. Like you said, it’s “double edged.” |
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(reposted from the other thread) I am SO Sick of all the placard cards for and against candidates that have been flooding our mailbox. Can't watch local news due to the flood of BS candidate promos, more or less making the same promises that none of them have the power to keep. Come on June 9th. I hope to see some incumbents ushered out. |
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I printed my sample ballot so I could look it over. I don't know who is on it other than Lynch v Graham. I even have a bunch of county primaries this time. Seems a lot of people are throwing their name on the ballot this cycle. |
Louis L'Amour, “To make democracy work, we must be a nation of participants, not simply observers. One who does not vote has no right to complain.”
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Originally Posted By Sanlanman: (reposted from the other thread) I am SO Sick of all the placard cards for and against candidates that have been flooding our mailbox. Can't watch local news due to the flood of BS candidate promos, more or less making the same promises that none of them have the power to keep. Come on June 9th. I hope to see some incumbents ushered out. Ditto. My mailbox keeps getting filled with SC political campaign cards. I have to clear it out every 2 or 3 days when I am not getting anything else important per USPS Misinformed Delivery. Oh yeah. I moved to Alabama in June of last year. |
If you're not confused, you're not paying attention.
When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro.
When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro.
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All of the political ads, which rarely even contain the candidate's party affiliation, are essentially all smear campaigns with no substance. Has anyone found or have a ranking of the candidates on actual issues? Obviously that woman pediatrician out of Charleston is anti 2nd, but where do the others stand on the 2nd, immigration, crime, etc. Our elections are to the point of ludicrousness and completely lacking in substance- although to be fair, a good portion of our population now seems to be from other states and have brought their failed ideas with them and we have a lot of home grown idiots who lack basic logic skills. I'd like to put together a list of candidates who I don't want to vote for- since that seems to be what our elections have become, voting against someone vs selecting someone who actually represents the people's wishes and more importantly, will work to the ends instead of self enrichment. 
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Originally Posted By sandboxmedic: All of the political ads, which rarely even contain the candidate's party affiliation, are essentially all smear campaigns with no substance. Has anyone found or have a ranking of the candidates on actual issues? Obviously that woman pediatrician out of Charleston is anti 2nd, but where do the others stand on the 2nd, immigration, crime, etc. Our elections are to the point of ludicrousness and completely lacking in substance- although to be fair, a good portion of our population now seems to be from other states and have brought their failed ideas with them and we have a lot of home grown idiots who lack basic logic skills. I'd like to put together a list of candidates who I don't want to vote for- since that seems to be what our elections have become, voting against someone vs selecting someone who actually represents the people's wishes and more importantly, will work to the ends instead of self enrichment. I can't hardly stand any of them because of this nonsense. I don't know what any of them believe and their websites are completely lacking substance. I got a "newspaper" from Rom Reddy that at least explained his positions a little more. I don't like any of them but feel like I need to vote for someone. |
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Originally Posted By ChrisM516: I can't hardly stand any of them because of this nonsense. I don't know what any of them believe and their websites are completely lacking substance. I got a "newspaper" from Rom Reddy that at least explained his positions a little more. I don't like any of them but feel like I need to vote for someone. I'm firmly in the feeling like I need to vote against some of them camp. None of them seem impressive, much less stand out in any real meaningful or positive way. 
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We lost all around. Lady boy Graham and mealy mouth Wilson got elected, and we have a choice between two turds for governor. Nothing good happened yesterday. Even the Braves lost. At least we can take comfort that God is in control in spite of our best efforts. |
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Originally Posted By 57plymouth:We lost all around. Lady boy Graham and mealy mouth Wilson got elected, and we have a choice between two turds for governor. Nothing good happened yesterday. Even the Braves lost. At least we can take comfort that God is in control in spite of our best efforts. Well that just sucks. I voted against both of those people. I 'm not shocked about Graham. Wilson wasn't even on my radar. I didn't 't realize he was even a real contender. He isn't one I would have picked at all out of what I was looking through over the last few days. In brighter news, the people in my county/district DID make it! |
Louis L'Amour, “To make democracy work, we must be a nation of participants, not simply observers. One who does not vote has no right to complain.”
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Originally Posted By ScottsGT: I tried.  Originally Posted By ScottsGT: Originally Posted By 57plymouth: It's not too late to go vote against mealy mouthed Wilson and lady boy Graham. In this 250th year of freedom, it's time to take out the trash. I tried. Yep. This morning feels a lot like this-  I've already heard from a couple of friends who are just as pissed off. I called it though, Graham vs the woman who felt the need to start her own anti gun organization. Once again retarded South Carolinians who can't get their heads out of the sand are going to force me to vote for that POS to try to keep someone who looks a whole lot worse out of office. I'm trying to remind myself that at least he occasionally gets something right (it's not working, I can't stand that bastard) and I don't trust anyone who doesn't understand the 2nd and wants to restrict it in any way.
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I will say it comes down to people just not voting in the primaries. One of the local races I was sure who I wanted to win only won by 35 votes. Yep, just 35 votes. My family was three of those. Votes really do matter, even in the primaries. Of course, if you're in this thread, you likely already know that. 
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Louis L'Amour, “To make democracy work, we must be a nation of participants, not simply observers. One who does not vote has no right to complain.”
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Originally Posted By dsquared_5: There was only one other person voting when I went. The guy asked where the button was for voting blocks.  They guy didn't even know why he was there.We have so many people here who shouldn't even be allowed to vote- there needs to be a quick, simple civics quiz before being allowed to vote and if you can't answer basic questions, go away.
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Originally Posted By sandboxmedic: We have so many people here who shouldn't even be allowed to vote- there needs to be a quick, simple civics quiz before being allowed to vote and if you can't answer basic questions, go away. Originally Posted By sandboxmedic: Originally Posted By dsquared_5: There was only one other person voting when I went. The guy asked where the button was for voting blocks. They guy didn't even know why he was there.We have so many people here who shouldn't even be allowed to vote- there needs to be a quick, simple civics quiz before being allowed to vote and if you can't answer basic questions, go away. Like a Form 4473 and NICS check to exercise that other pesky right. |
If you're not confused, you're not paying attention.
When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro.
When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro.
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Originally Posted By MitchbSC: Like a Form 4473 and NICS check to exercise that other pesky right. Originally Posted By MitchbSC: Originally Posted By sandboxmedic: Originally Posted By dsquared_5: There was only one other person voting when I went. The guy asked where the button was for voting blocks. They guy didn't even know why he was there.We have so many people here who shouldn't even be allowed to vote- there needs to be a quick, simple civics quiz before being allowed to vote and if you can't answer basic questions, go away. Like a Form 4473 and NICS check to exercise that other pesky right. I'm fine with repealing the 19th if that's more palatable to you. ETA- I don't know what the answer is, and yes, I get the point you're making, but something has to change. I wish there were easy answers, but the system we have now is completely broken for many reasons. |
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Originally Posted By sandboxmedic: I'm fine with repealing the 19th if that's more palatable to you. ETA- I don't know what the answer is, and yes, I get the point you're making, but something has to change. I wish there were easy answers, but the system we have now is completely broken for many reasons. Originally Posted By sandboxmedic: Originally Posted By MitchbSC: Originally Posted By sandboxmedic: Originally Posted By dsquared_5: There was only one other person voting when I went. The guy asked where the button was for voting blocks. They guy didn't even know why he was there.We have so many people here who shouldn't even be allowed to vote- there needs to be a quick, simple civics quiz before being allowed to vote and if you can't answer basic questions, go away. Like a Form 4473 and NICS check to exercise that other pesky right. I'm fine with repealing the 19th if that's more palatable to you. ETA- I don't know what the answer is, and yes, I get the point you're making, but something has to change. I wish there were easy answers, but the system we have now is completely broken for many reasons. It's earlier than the 19th. IDGAF about skin color and/or gender plumbing, but own or pay mortgage (not rent) on real property. Feel the tax hate for what's voted for. |
If you're not confused, you're not paying attention.
When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro.
When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro.