Rep. Viers Resigns from SC House Effective Immediately

In a 5:25 speech on the floor of the SC House, Representative Thad Viers (R-Dist. 68-Horry County) resigned his seat effective immediately. Becoming emotional at times during his remarks, Viers informed the chamber that, “Tomorrow morning, the Marlboro solicitor will be seeking an indictment against me for the personal, and now public relationship between me […]

WHAT’S GOING ON: South Carolina Club for Growth Releases 2011 Legislative Scorecards — Names 43 “Taxpayer Heroes”

The South Carolina Club for Growth released its 2011 Legislative Scorecards, awarding its “Taxpayer Hero” award to 8 Senators and 35 Representatives based on their voting records since January 2011. Scorecard ratings are based on 38 votes taken since January 2011 that the group considers “pro-growth and government reform.” According to Club for Growth officials, […]