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Political Power vs Political Access

“You have to be politically FEARED to be politically RESPECTED.”

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We have written about this before (HERE) … but it seems time for a reminder.

The #1 mistake we see new people and groups getting involved in the political process … the mistake we made ourselves (so not judging) … is people confuse “Power” with “Access”.

Access “feels” nice. You are listened to, you have a seat at the table, your phone calls are returned … they say nice things about you … but access really means you are “Never being perceived as a threat.” You may think you are friends with these people … but as President Truman said, if you want a friend in Washington, get a dog!

Power however is actually getting a politician to do what you want them to do … even if that is as simple as getting them to do what they said they would do on the campaign trial … or to simply follow the Republican Platform.

[NOTE: Another novice “misunderstanding” is thinking people / politicians / GOP officials would never just outright lie to your face. Trust no one!!! Verify everything!!! Good people don’t mind you asking questions. Know that these people lie constantly.] 

MAKING THE HARD “ASK”:  But wait until you ask a legislator to do something … the basics … like provide us with Medical Freedom, take PORN Books out of our libraries and schools … or God forbid you ask them to give us CLOSED PRIMARIES!!!  

Ask them specifically what they will do, and all of a sudden you will learn there are 1,000 “excuses” … and you will know the difference between “political access” and “political power”. 

We have seen it with SCHOOL CHOICE.  Kids are needlessly suffering, it is an easy fix, and even the most far right school choice supporters cower at the prospect of crossing the “establishment”.  They know the issue, yet they won’t speak up.  That is when you know their true character.

Once you ask for something objectively right to do, but against the power structure … you will find out real quick your “access” means nothing. We did!!!

Your phone calls will no longer be returned. You will finally understand that politicians only care about getting elected or re-elected … and you will learn that unless you have the ability to REPLACE THEM, what you want for “We The People” really won’t matter if what you ask for is “hard”.

On the wall at HQ:

“You have to be politically FEARED to be politically RESPECTED.”

As we stated the last time we discussed this topic … if you don’t see it yet, you will, so just give it time and keep asking questions.

But if you are still excited to get a “selfie” with Lindsey Graham, you are probably reading the wrong daily emails and might want to unsubscribe. 😉

RUN FOR OFFICE

It is time friends!!! We are seeing PATRIOTS all over South Carolina starting to announce campaigns against incumbents.

285 days until the June 11th, 2024 Primary Election Day.

If you are running for office, thinking about it, or just have some questions … let us know at team@mySCGOP.com.

It is going to be an exciting 2024 election season!!!


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Happy Sunday – March 15th, 2026

Proverbs 31:8-9

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In the rush of political life, we often focus on the “what” of our daily tasks. However, Proverbs 31:8-9 calls us back to the “why.”

True leadership is more than winning an argument; it is the courage to use our platform to protect the vulnerable and uphold justice. This week, let us commit to advocating with compassion, judging with righteousness, and defending those in need.

May our legacy be defined not only by the strength of our convictions, but by the depth of our fairness.

“Open your mouth for the speechless, In the cause of all who are appointed to die. Open your mouth, judge righteously, And plead the cause of the poor.”

Proverbs 31:8-9

To repeat from last Sunday (HERE), we have much to be thankful for. Our path is illuminated by the hard work of our volunteers and the shared values of our fellow patriots.

Happy Sunday!

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Coffee & Politics – Greenville Edition – March 13th, 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.

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Happy Sunday – March 8th, 2026

Proverbs 4:18

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We have much to be thankful for. Our path is illuminated by the hard work of our volunteers and the shared values of our fellow patriots. Let’s carry this optimism into the new week, knowing that our best days are not behind us, they are exactly what we are walking toward.

May your Sunday be filled with the “shining light” of peace, joy and purpose.

“But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.”

Proverbs 4:18

To repeat from last Sunday (HERE), it is one thing to talk about what needs to be done; it is quite another to be the “doer” who makes the hard, heavy decisions that others are too timid to make.

Happy Sunday!

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Coffee & Politics – Greenville Edition – March 6th, 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.

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Happy Sunday – March 1st, 2026

James 1:22

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It is one thing to talk about what needs to be done; it is quite another to be the “doer” who makes the hard, heavy decisions that others are too timid to make. While the critics focus on the “shortcomings” and “errors,” we stand with those who have the courage to act … as we know that true leadership isn’t found in the stands – it’s found in the arena.

Let’s pray for our brave service members deployed in harm’s way, for their families here at home, for President Trump and our military leadership as they protect America and our allies from threats abroad.

May we all strive to be doers of the word in our own community.

“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”

James 1:22

To repeat from last Sunday (HERE), Matthew 4:4 reminds us that while physical needs like food, security, and prosperity, are real and important, they are not the ultimate source of life or strength. 

Happy Sunday!

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Coffee & Politics – Greenville Edition – February 27th, 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.

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