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Vetting … it’s Critical!!!

“Don’t replace old RINOs with new RINOs”

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We are all relatively new to this “political” quagmire … and at first it seems so easy. As opposed to all these self-serving “politicians”, we just need to get good everyday citizens involved, active, and in positions of leadership within the party & in elected office … and everything will be better.

That’s not so hard … right???

Well, like most things, it is easier said than done!!!

We can do whole series on how to technically “vet” candidates & leaders … stay tuned … but here are a few tips / realizations from our perspective that may help you as you build our your local America FIRST “team”. It is always better to learn from other peoples mistakes than to repeat them.

TIP #1: Realize, “they” used to be the Patriots!

Do a little background research on the old guard leadership. Politicians or party officials that have been around for 20 years or so. Not always, but in many cases you will discover they were the rabble-rouser of their time. They fought the system and the “establishment” leaders of their day … eventually won … and are now have become the “establishment” leaders that we all want to replace today. Oh how the tables have turned.

Part of this backtracking is due to peoples natural desire to maintain their “position”. They grow accustom to the idolatry and don’t want to go back to being a “normal” everyday citizen. So they start compromising a little here … take a shortcut there … before you know it, YOU yourself become the RINO you sought to purge.

And then of course there comes the MONEY … and we all know that problem!!!

Awareness of possibility “we” may become what we hate is the best protection. Setting time limits on your own time in office … and developing new Patriot leaders to fill your shoes helps protect against this inevitability.

It is not easy … but George Washington did not want the job to begin with … and he gave the job up freely and went home after two terms.

Ask yourself … would you go home to Mt. Vernon, or crown yourself King? Most pick the latter.

TIP #2: Identify the “new” RINOs

This is a little harder as it requires looking into the character, soul and mental fortitude of others.

If you look closely, you can see it. The character flaws that lead to a person who is more interested in self vs. service. The person who puts their own financial interest over doing what is objectively right for We The People.

Remember … “Don’t replace old RINOs with new RINOs!”

In some limited cases you have folks that just don’t know any better … or are innocent and simply been mislead by others with a more devious self-serving intent. But some will shine bright … they want the POWER, and they will do ANYTHING to get it.

Remember … “Watch what they DO, not what they SAY.”

Show grace … but as Dr. Maya Angelou once said, “When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.”

TIP #3: Hold Strong!!!

Yes, we must show “grace” and give people opportunities … newly involved folks especially as we all make mistakes … but we can not compromise values & principles … and we definitely can not quit!!!

NeverGiveUp!!! #NeverSurrender!!!

When you get in leadership positions, and “if” you do it right, it is a 24/7 commitment. Expect the crazy … and don’t be shocked at the utter insanity you have to deal with on a daily basis.

Childhood antics of others who are envious or jealous. The uninformed who think they know better and are unwilling to listen. You have to deal with it … but do not let it distract your from MISSION!!!

And know too, there are “infiltrators” (HERE) with their ulterior motives … as well as your unavoidable everyday psychopaths & sociopaths (HERE) … so don’t fall for their tricks. Give them the rope necessary to hang themselves … and just sit back and watch.

Remember, we don’t want to become them … but we also won’t fight with our hands tied behind our backs. Give it time … and trust that no matter what happens, it’s God’s PLAN & God’s TIMING!!!

TIP #4: Find Your Replacement

And here is the key to all success. If you are the right person for the job, meaning you probably don’t want the job in the first place, your #1 objective will be to find your replacement.

Be a mentor FIRST!!!

Seek out the character traits in others that will be servant leaders to your constituents. Seek folks that will put The People FIRST … and not themselves.

It is one of those easy, but hard, things to do in life … but in the political arena, nothing could be more important. Succession planning is standard in big and small business. Shouldn’t it be in politics as well?

TEST IT … ask your elected official or party leader … what character traits are they looking for in someone to be his / her replacement? “Who” are they grooming or mentoring? If they give you a look of shock and confusion … like they have no plans to ever go anywhere (except maybe higher office) … then you know they need to GO!!!

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The Missing Story Behind the Alex Pretti Minnesota Shooting

What Is the New American Development Center?

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At mySCGOP.news, we focus on South Carolina state and local politics … but we did want to venture into the national story of the weekend — the Alex Pretti ICE shooting in Minnesota — and challenge you to look a little deeper (with all matters), and to take a peek at the “business” in the background in Minnesota.

There is A LOT of talk about the shooting — and we have all seen the videos circulating — but look in the background and ask yourself, “What is the New American Development Center?”

A quick search shows it is not a daycare center … but yet another type of NGO (non-governmental organization) with the espoused (and government-funded) mission to reduce poverty for Somali and East African immigrant and refugee communities.

How much does that cost taxpayers? $1,441,733 in government grants in 2024. The Executive Director earned $163,900 in 2024 … $168,323 in salary for other “disqualified” people/persons … $40,000 in lobbying … and a host of other “expenses” that are very questionable as to the amounts, and we can only guess who received those funds.

See the publicly available IRS Form 990 below or HERE.

Is this yet another apparent sham uncovered with about five minutes of Google searches?

South Carolina Attorney General candidate DAVID PASCOE has committed to establishing a PCU — Public Corruption Unit — when he takes office. Minnesota (and the U.S.) may need a PCU too.

As we teach, when something doesn’t make sense — DIG DEEPER!!!


ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer (Click image above or HERE)


Asad Aliweyd, Executive Director
New American Development Center
$163,900 salary for 2024

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Happy Sunday – January 25, 2026

Genesis 8:22

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January 25, 2026

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As the Upstate hunkers down under this weekend’s ice and snow, it’s a good time to remember that while the weather outside is unpredictable, the promises we lean on are not.

Even in the midst of this icy storm, God’s word stands firm. The same faithful hand that brings the cold of winter will surely bring the warmth of spring, the seedtime of renewal, and the harvest of blessing. Seasons change, but His covenant does not.

The ice may be slick today, but the foundation we stand on is as solid as ever. Stay warm, stay safe, and remember, spring is never as far away as it feels in January.

“As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease.”

Genesis 8:22

To repeat from last Sunday (HERE), as conservatives, we know that America’s greatness is not found in the size of its government, but in the character of its people.

Happy Sunday!

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Coffee & Politics – Greenville Edition – January 23rd, 2026

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Coffee & Politics – January 23rd, 2026 – YouTube (HERE), RUMBLE (HERE) & X (HERE)


Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 4 years now … and it has been a huge hit. It is how we communicate our vision and #Mission to or local Volunteers and Community … and it one way we RECRUIT more people to the MAGA America First movement.

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SC House Hearing on Closed Primaries

H3643 SCGOP Bill vs H3310 Patriot Bill

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January 21, 2026

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Closed Primaries is one of the top legislative issues for MAGA / America FIRST Patriots in South Carolina … and it is a plank in the SCGOP Platform. So why is it so hard to get?

That is somewhat of a rhetorical question as we all understand that in South Carolina we have A LOT of moderate (if not left-leaning) “Republicans” that count on Democrat cross-over votes to win their GOP Primary.

Although we have been promised for decades now that registration by party (as an initial step) and ultimately closed primaries is a goal of SCGOP establishment leadership … but we have NEVER seen a real effort … until this year.

Why the change in 2026? Why is the SCGOP pushing sooooooo hard for their bill, H3643? Simple … this year we have a “candidate qualification” provision (unrelated to closed primaries) that allows the establish to KEEP OUT certain candidates, and give a pass to those they like.

See the 2 hour hearing held on Wednesday January 21st, 2026, and judge for your self.


SC House Hearing – 01/21/2026 (YouTube – HERE)

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Happy Sunday – January 18, 2026

Proverbs 14:34

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As conservatives, we know that America’s greatness is not found in the size of its government, but in the character of its people. True prosperity follows when we align our laws and our lives with God’s moral truths. Let’s keep honoring God, remain
 steadfast in our commitment to the values that exalt our nation  and keep our country free.

“Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.”

Proverbs 14:34

To repeat from last Sunday (HERE), therefore let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall – Paul wrote these words to remind the early church (and us today) that even those who feel strongest in their faith, principles, and positions are not immune to temptation, complacency, unexpected stumbles, rebellion and overconfidence.

Happy Sunday!

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Coffee & Politics – Greenville Edition – January 16th, 2026

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Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 4 years now … and it has been a huge hit. It is how we communicate our vision and #Mission to or local Volunteers and Community … and it one way we RECRUIT more people to the MAGA America First movement.

WHEN: Every Friday from 11am – 1pm

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