Category Archives: Opinion
TODAY’S WOMEN’S REALITY CHECK
by Edith Childs As Roe vs Wade 1973 has become a “hot topic”, the reality is that women’s fundamental human rights should never be treated as political ruins, that are won or lost. With the politicization, it has become hostile … Continue reading
Thoughts on a “non-partisan” race
I am equal parts thrilled and relieved that Matthew Miller won his reelection bid on Nov 17 for Greenwood City Council Ward 5. Of the three council positions that were up for election this year, Ward 5 was the only one that … Continue reading
What does the Confederate Flag mean?
This write-up has been making the rounds of social media. The attributable source hasn’t been verifiable, but the content is still worth reading and discussing: From someone who teaches AP US History: If you are confused as to why so … Continue reading
Follow the Money!
by George Swindell, Treasurer for the GWCDP Super PAC money has now trickled down to the SC Senate Race between Senator Nicholson and Billy Garrett. The American Freedom and Opportunity PAC are funding the very negative direct mail material that … Continue reading
Letters to the Editor (Oct 17)
Candidates focus on ideas, not on ideology alone Bill Kimler, Greenwood I have had the absolute honor of getting to personally know a few of our candidates who are running for office: Floyd Nicholson, Jose Villa, Anne Parks, Denise Waldrep … Continue reading
Voting is a Right Others Have Died For
Last Sunday, I had the great privilege to speak at the Bailey Bethel AME Church at the invitation of our Executive Committeeman David Gaskin and Rev. Quincy Baylor. It was a perfect morning, with a bright, shining sun and a … Continue reading
Opinion: NOW is the Time for Action
by Denise Waldrepcandidate for SC House Representative, District 13 How many nights have you waited up for your children, not able to sleep until you know that they’re safely home? We hope that they won’t be in an accident. We … Continue reading
Mother to Son 2020
by: Ebony KeyInspired by Langston Hughes Come here my son Let me share a few secrets Life for you won’t be no crystal stair The way I see you And how THEY see you is painfully different Your gentle spirit … Continue reading
Opinion: Unable to Sleep
by Aza Games I find myself unable to sleep on the nights when the energy in the country is so volatile. When I do, I dream of unrest and injustice, among other things. I have been limiting my consumption, setting … Continue reading
