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Candidate Tracking – SC State Election Commission
As we say, this is the new NFL / NBA!
We are working on a couple of interesting research stories (stay tuned!!!) … and the past two days have been rather detailed reporting on another the ESA Court Loss (HERE) which is good news for “real” school choice … and these interesting AFP anti-TRUMP mailers we are all receiving (HERE) and the background on those … so today we will go easy and introduce a little educational tool to help folks track candidates for office.
A lot of people don’t know about these tools out there … but if you are going to participate in the political process, knowing what information is available, how to access it, and how to use it … is critical.
As we say, this is the new NFL / NBA!!! If Americans had spent as much time analyzing the blood sport of “politics” as they have been over the past few decades analyzing Fantasy Football / Baseball … we would not be in the mess that we are in today. DON’T BE DISTRACTED by sports or national news we have no influence over … it is all LOCAL and it is far more interesting than any sport game or soap opera!!!
#GetLOCAL!!!
Candidate Tracking
Candidate tracking … it would seem easy, but there are literally thousands of elected officials in South Carolina alone … and an estimated 519,682 elected officials in the entire United States (HERE).
That is A LOT of politicians!!!
And add in all the opposing candidates … it is a TON of people!!!
In South Carolina it is particularly hard to keep track of what offices are up for re-election, when to file, who has filed … etc, etc, etc. Probably by design as lack of information certainly protects the “incumbents” … and our experience is that protecting the “establishment” is job #1 at the State Election Commission (HERE).
But there are some tools we can use, and one such tool is on the SC State Election Commission Website – their Candidate Tracking System.
It’s clunky, but it is better than nothing.
https://scvotes.gov/candidates/
You can search by two different methods, either (#1) by the election itself … or (#2) search all elections by date. You will be able to sort and refine you search results.
If you are on your local Candidate Recruitment Committee trying to track all this information down … or you are just curious to see “who” has filed for what political races … this is a helpful tool.
It is A LOT of pecking around and seeing what you can find … but try it out and let us know what you think!!!
BONUS – HISTORIC ELECTIONS: Another good trick if you are looking what elections might be up for say the Tuesday November 7, 2023 election day … just search historically 4 years ago (as most offices are 4 year terms). What was up for election 4 years ago, will generally be up for election this November.
Search by Election
https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/Candidate/SelectElection
Search by Date
Coffee & Politics – August 14th, 2026 – YouTube (HERE), RUMBLE (HERE) & X (HERE)
Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 5 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.
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.
Quote of the Week
“Never surrender. Winners never quit and quitters never win.”
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HAPPY 250th America!!!
Countdowns (as of 08/15/2026):
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 – 10 days (US Senate Primary Run-Off)
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 – 80 days (Election Day)
Monday, March 1, 2027 – 198 days (ReOrg 2027)
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2028 – 560 days (est. ’28 Republican PPP)
Tuesday, June 13, 2028 – 668 days (’28 PRIMARIES)
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Coffee & Politics – August 7th, 2026 – YouTube (HERE), RUMBLE (HERE) & X (HERE)
Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 5 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.
THIS WEEK’S UPDATE: The TEAM was on assignment this Friday with EXIT POLLING going on for the US Senate Special GOP Primary … and others at a MEDIA CONFERENCE … so 1st Vice Chair Emerson Cooke was filling in, Chief of Staff Olga Lisinska was remote, and our TECH TEAM was doing what they do leading the way.
Enjoy … and get ready for #ReOrg2027!!!
HAPPY 250th America!!!
Countdowns (as of 08/08/2026):
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 – 3 days (US Senate Primary)
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 – 87 days (Election Day)
Monday, March 1, 2027 – 205 days (ReOrg 2027)
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2028 – 567 days (est. ’28 Republican PPP)
Tuesday, June 13, 2028 – 675 days (’28 PRIMARIES)
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Coffee & Politics – July 31st, 2026 – YouTube (HERE), RUMBLE (HERE) & X (HERE)
Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 5 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.
THIS WEEK’S UPDATE: Today we had some hard discussions. Do you / want to WIN? Or do you just want to COMPLAIN? It is a serious question as one thing we have observed over the years is that grassroots conservatives often ONLY WANT TO COMPLAIN!!! Why? Because WINNING is hard work. WINNING takes dicipline. Winning is all about ACTION, ACTION, ACTION … and WINNERS never quit (while quitters never win). Folks, this us America’s 250th. Our founding fathers riskeds and often sacraficed it all – lives, fortunes and sacred honor!!! Sure, they complained, they fought with each other, they were scared, tired, and beat down … but they never quit. They ORGANIZED, ORGANIZED, ORGANIZED … and they WON. The American Revolutionary War lasted for 8 years, 4 months, and 15 days. It began on April 19, 1775, and ended on September 3, 1783. Rome was not created in a day, and some have been fighting this fight for more than 8 years, 4 months, and 15 days … but WE DON’T QUIT.
Sometimes “tough love” among family and friends is necessary to make us stronger. Now lets get on and win this thing NOW. #ReOrg2027!!!
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HAPPY 250th America!!!
Countdowns (as of 08/01/2026):
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 – 10 days (US Senate Primary)
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 – 94 days (Election Day)
Monday, March 1, 2027 – 212 days (ReOrg 2027)
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2028 – 574 days (est. ’28 Republican PPP)
Tuesday, June 13, 2028 – 682 days (’28 PRIMARIES)
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Coffee & Politics – July 24th, 2026 – YouTube (HERE), RUMBLE (HERE) & X (HERE)
Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 5 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.
HAPPY 250th America!!!
Countdowns (as of 07/25/2026):
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 – 17 days (US Senate Primary)
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 – 101 days (Election Day)
Monday, March 1, 2027 – 219 days (ReOrg 2027)
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2028 – 581 days (est. ’28 Republican PPP)
Tuesday, June 13, 2028 – 689 days (’28 PRIMARIES)
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Coffee & Politics – July 17th, 2026 – YouTube (HERE), RUMBLE (HERE) & X (HERE)
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HAPPY 250th America!!!
Countdowns (as of 07/18/2026):
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 – 24 days (US Senate Primary)
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 – 108 days (Election Day)
Monday, March 1, 2027 – 226 days (ReOrg 2027)
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2028 – 588 days (est. ’28 Republican PPP)
Tuesday, June 13, 2028 – 696 days (’28 PRIMARIES)
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Coffee & Politics – July 10th, 2026 – YouTube (HERE), RUMBLE (HERE) & X (HERE)
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