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LCRP Censures Shealy – SCGOP Next?
The censure motion easily passed 49 to 2 by the LCRP Executive Committee
On Monday night, June 5th, the Lexington County Republican Party (LCRP) led by Chairwoman Pamela Godwin censured their local SC State Senator Katrina Shealy (R – Lexington) for her covenant breaking votes against the pro-life plank of the SC Republican Party Platform.
This was not a controversial vote. The censure motion easily passed 49 to 2 by the LCRP Executive Committee representing local precincts from all across Lexington County.
“The LCRP members presented a wide body of evidence and voted to censure Sen. Shealy,” Godwin said in a statement. “Being pro-life is a bare minimum expectation for Republican legislators in Lexington County and Sen. Shealy has unfortunately failed that test very outwardly.”
“It was clever and cute, if you are in to self promotion, but that 15 minutes of fame in the national spotlight must have been encouraging because yesterday they did it again, this time voting against a 6 week fetal heartbeat bill!” … [CONTINUE READING]
Censure: A formal statement of disapproval by someone’s political party. While a censure doesn’t remove someone from office, it can make it more difficult to gain support during elections.
What will the SCGOP Do Now?
The real question is what will the SCGOP State Executive Committee & narrowly re-elected (HERE) Chairman Drew McKissick do now?
D-Day … Saturday, June 17th: The next SCGOP State Executive Committee statewide quarterly meeting will be held on Saturday June 17th. All resolutions & censures are due to the SCGOP by Friday June 9th at noon for consideration at the meeting.
This will be the first meeting of the “new” SCGOP State Executive Committee since the 2023 Precinct ReOrg this past March, April & May. Although there are a lot of new county leaders from all across South Carolina on the SCGOP State Executive Committee … leadership under Chairman Drew McKissick still “controls” the body … so what will he do?
Will the Katrina Shealy censure motion be brought up for consideration by the entire SCGOP State Executive Committee on June 17th?
Or, will the SCGOP leadership “bury” the censure motion as they have before on so many other baseline Republican Platform resolutions and censure motions submitted previously?
This June 17th meeting, and how the Senator Katrina Shealy censure is handled, will determine the tone and direction of the SCGOP over the next two year term.
Stay tuned ….
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Betting Odds as of August 25th, 2026 at 7:05am:
Darline Graham: 66%
Ralph Norman: 35%
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Coffee & Politics – August 21st, 2026 – YouTube (HERE), RUMBLE (HERE) & X (HERE)
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THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS:
Coffee & Politics – Greenville Edition (August 21, 2026) Highlights
Watch the full episode: Thank you for joining us for another edition of Coffee & Politics Greenville. This week’s program featured special guest Dr. Paul Brintley of the North Carolina Faith & Freedom Coalition, along with discussions on voter engagement, South Carolina politics, school choice, emerging technology, public safety, and the pro-life movement..
Key Topics & Timestamps
1:30 – Faith, Freedom & Civic Engagement
Dr. Paul Brintley discusses the mission of the NC Faith & Freedom Coalition (HERE), the importance of voter education, and efforts to encourage greater participation by people of faith in the political process.
13:00 – School Choice & Education Reform
A discussion on education policy, parental rights, school choice initiatives, and the future of educational freedom in South Carolina and across the nation.
13:45 – Election Integrity & Voter Participation
The panel examines voter engagement, election issues, and the role grassroots organizations can play in informing voters before Election Day.
26:45 – South Carolina Senate Race Analysis
A review of the U.S. Senate race, including discussion of candidates, campaign strategy, polling, and the political landscape heading into the next phase of the contest.
28:00 – Lindsey Graham, Conservatism & Republican Politics
Conversation on the future direction of the Republican Party, grassroots activism, and the challenges facing conservative voters and elected officials.
1:15:00 – National Security, Immigration & Public Policy
The panel discusses border security, international developments, and how federal policies impact communities here in South Carolina.
1:28:00 – Artificial Intelligence, Surveillance & Privacy
An eye-opening discussion about AI-powered technology, automated license plate readers, privacy concerns, and how rapidly advancing technology is changing law enforcement and daily life.
1:49:00 – Pro-Life Issues & Legislative Strategy
Updates from the pro-life movement, including educational initiatives, legislative priorities, and strategies for advancing life-related policies in South Carolina.
Featured Guest
Dr. Paul Brintley
North Carolina Faith & Freedom Coalition
Dr. Brintley shared insights on:
2026 Salt & Light Conference (HERE)
Mobilizing faith-based voters
Building grassroots organizations
Biblical worldview and public policy
Expanding Faith & Freedom Coalition efforts in South Carolina
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“Our goal is to get Christians out of the pew and to the polls through voter education.” – Dr. Paul Brintley
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Coffee & Politics – August 14th, 2026 – YouTube (HERE), RUMBLE (HERE) & X (HERE)
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THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS:
Coffee & Politics – Greenville Edition (August 14, 2026) Highlights
Watch the full episode: 2 hours of discussion on South Carolina politics, grassroots activism, election analysis, education freedom, and a moving conversation with a Gold Star family.
Key Topics & Timestamps
2:00 – Gold Star Family of Richard Halladay
Rob and Pat Halladay introduce themselves and share the story of their son, Richard Halladay, a soldier they believe was murdered at Fort Hood after whistleblowing. They discuss their six-year pursuit of justice and emphasize the importance of faith, persistence, and never giving up.
14:30 – South Carolina Senate Runoff Analysis
Discussion of the recent U.S. Senate primary results, campaign tactics, endorsements, and the upcoming runoff. The panel examines the political dynamics surrounding Ralph Norman, Mark Lynch, and the broader conservative movement in South Carolina.
32:30 – Pursuing Justice in America
A deeper conversation with the Halladay family about government accountability, the challenges of obtaining justice, and why citizen involvement remains critical.
50:30 – President Trump’s Letter to the Halladay Family
An emotional segment featuring a letter from President Donald Trump recognizing Richard Halladay’s service and sacrifice. The discussion turns to Trump’s personal interactions with families and supporters and his reputation for engaging directly with everyday Americans.
1:01:00 – School Choice and the Future of Education
Discussion of federal and state school choice efforts, free-market education reforms, and concerns about government-controlled education programs. The panel examines recent legislative developments and what they mean for families seeking educational freedom.
1:06:00 – Border Security, Cartels, and Trafficking
Conversation on cartel operations, trafficking networks, energy theft, and the financial power behind organized criminal enterprises. The discussion explores how these issues impact national security and public policy.
1:31:00 – Young Americans for Liberty
A representative from Young Americans for Liberty discusses grassroots organizing efforts across South Carolina, student activism at Clemson and other campuses, and strategies for influencing elected officials through citizen engagement and accountability.
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“Never surrender. Winners never quit and quitters never win.”
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No, we don’t encourage “betting” … but we do encourage following the BETTING ODDS (aka “Predication Markets”). Polls can be easily manipulated … and these prediction markets can be as well (IS THAT WHY RUSSELL FRY DROPPED 10 POINTS LAST NIGHT?) … but when people have to put their money where their mouth is, it is a lot harder to fake.
We love studying these elections … the data, the momentum, the candidate’s personal pros/cons, the donors and the dark money really controlling candidates … the CONSULTANTS … it’s all fascinating.
As we teach, NOTHING is what it seems in politics.
Betting Odds as of August 11th, 2026 at 7:41am:
Darline Graham: 42%
Ralph Norman: 26%
Russell Fry: 21% (down 10 overnight – Why? Manipulation by __?)
Mark Sanford: 4%
Mark Lynch: <1%
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