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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

NOW LIVE! Meet Alan Buckalew, Dem running for SC House District 28 Army vet, social worker & caregiver, Buckalew discusses his priorities: • Managing growth & infrastructure • Tipped-worker wages • AI & data center guardrails • Education & teacher pay • Affordable healthcare youtu.be/3sAVU5_zWG8

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Meet Candidate Alan Buckalew, Democrat, SC House District 28

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

NOW LIVE! Meet Frankland Watts, Democrat running for Spartanburg Cty Council District 6 Watts discusses affordable housing & healthcare, public transit, data centers and AI, plus his vision for greater transparency and accountability in county government. WATCH THE INTERVIEW: youtu.be/idEt-_vhHk0

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Meet Candidate Frankland Watts, Democrat, Spartanburg County Council District 6

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

NOW LIVE: Meet Erin Goss, Dem, Pickens Cty Council Dist 1. She’s running to bring a new voice & broader perspectives to Pickens. Clemson assoc. professor & mom, she discusses university-town-county collaboration, affordable healthcare, transit, libraries & civil rights. Watch: youtu.be/pxEI7-zLzm8

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Meet Candidate Erin Goss, Democrat, Pickens County Council District 1

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

NOW LIVE: Meet Lynn Ramirez, Dem running for SC House District 16. She discusses her background in finance & health care, path to public service & priorities including childcare, education, data centers, money in politics & small businesses. Watch: youtu.be/UxAFHjM57WI Comment, share & subscribe.

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Meet Candidate Lynn Ramirez, Democrat, SC House District 16

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

NOW LIVE: Meet Courtney McClain — SC-04 Our 2026 GOTV: Meet the Candidates series continues... Courtney will discuss her background & priorities, including housing, healthcare, cost of living, schools & data centers. Listen. Ask questions. Make your own decision. Watch & share: youtu.be/D869zd_-Hi8

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Meet Candidate Courtney McClain, Democrat, Congressional District 4

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

NOW LIVE: Meet Caroline Avinger, Democratic candidate for SC House District 24 Our 2026 GOTV series give local candidates a chance to share their priorities & voters a chance to hear directly from them. Watch host Michelle’s conversation with Caroline. www.youtube.com/watch?v=NE45... Like & share

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Meet Candidate Caroline Avinger, Democrat, SC House District 24

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

49 days to Election Day! Local candidates deserve visibility. Hear from candidates from both parties about their priorities and plans. Interviews coming this week: Caroline Avinger-District 24, Courtney McClain-US House 4 & Lynn Ramirez-District 14. Learn. Engage. Vote.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

NOW LIVE! Can we make the Upstate more affordable? Julie Meredith of Furman’s Riley Institute looks at solutions already working—from childcare & apprenticeships to workforce training & second-chance employment. Real solutions. All 10 Upstate counties. WATCH Episode 12: youtu.be/VCiuUpqfsWQ

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Approaches to the Affordability Crisis, Featuring Julie Meredith From Furman’s Riley Institute

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

New Approaches to the Affordability Crisis. COMING SOON! Across the Upstate, new solutions are emerging, from livable wages & apprenticeships to childcare & second-chance employment. We talk with Julie Meredith of Furman’s Riley Institute about what’s working & what’s next. Like, share & subscribe!

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

NOW LIVE Episode 12!! You’re working. Paying the bills. So why can’t you afford your life? $20/hr isn’t enough in 74% of SC counties SC min wage: $7.25/hour We’re talking housing & the rising cost of living. 60 days to the midterms. Affordability matters. Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUl9...

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Livable Wages, Cost of Living & Affordability in the Upstate SC

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

COMING SOON EPISODE 12! 🎙️ Heard of ALICE? It stands for Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed—working households who earn too much to qualify as “poor,” but not enough to afford the basics. They work, they contribute, they're being priced out. We’re talking cost of living in the Upstate.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Episode 11 is NOW LIVE! Gender-affirming care is more than hormone therapy or surgery. Host Abby Rose talks with Kit Hawkins of QWC/864PRIDE about support & resources for LBGTQ+ in the Upstate. Watch: youtu.be/nu5ruOrzTko Free support, resources & community. Please consider donating to QWC!

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EPISODE 11: Gender Affirming Care, Featuring Kit Hawkins with the Queer Wellness Center Greenville

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Our latest Stand Up Upstate episode features Mykala McCoy, ACLU of SC, sharing what every SC voter should know—from voter registration & absentee voting to photo ID requirements to finding credible, nonpartisan info about candidates. www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHHr... Please like, share and subscribe!

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Episode 10: GOTV Your Vote, Your Voice Matters, Featuring Mikayla Mangle, ACLU South Carolina

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

ICE is expanding. Although this Wired article doesn't identify any planned ICE offices in the Upstate, it does include the addresses for the expanded offices in Columbia & Charleston, SC. Please read the article, share & help raise awareness: www.wired.com/story/ice-ex...

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Volunteers needed tomorrow! The Greenville Hotline is packing whistle kits this Wed, July 15 at Hughes Main Library. Lots of kits to assemble and many hands are welcome! Join neighbors, make connections and help get community alert kits ready for distribution.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

NOW LIVE! The Legal & Environmental Impact of Data Centers. The $2.8B Valara Data Center in Spartanburg has sparked major community concern. Why? Host Anna talks with Emily Wyche, Senior Attorney of the Southern Environmental Law Center about the legal & environmental ramifications.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Tune in LIVE tomorrow! What will a data center with an onsite gas power plant mean for the Upstate? In Episode 9, Eric Allison explained why Spartanburg residents are concerned. Tomorrow we're joined by Emily Wyche of the Southern Enviro Law Center to examine the legal & environmental impacts.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Celebrate love, inclusion, and community at Colors of Pride this Saturday in downtown Greenville! Stop by the We the People Greenville booth near City Hall between 11 AM–5 PM. We'd love to meet you! #WeThePeopleGVL #StandUpUpstate #YeahThatGreenville #UpstatePrideSC

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

What happens in Spartanburg could happen in your community next. Please attend this public hearing and show solidarity with our neighbors as they fight to protect their community. #wethepeoplegreeville #standupupstate #localissueslocalimpact #yeahthatgreenville #datacenters

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

The Trouble with Data Centers in the Upstate, featuring Eric Allison Data Centers are being proposed across the Upstate. Learn how Spartanburg residents fought Project Spero & why new data center proposals across the Upstate are raising concerns. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReVw...

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The Trouble With Data Centers in the Upstate! Featuring Eric Allison

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Coming soon to a town near you: Data Centers. If you live in Spartanburg, Cherokee, Union, York, Aiken, Marion or anywhere in the Upstate don't miss Episode 9: Data Centers in the Upstate LIVE this weekend! Learn about the impacts it can have on energy, water, noise & taxes.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

URGENT: Greenville County Council is at it again! Reports say proposed amendments by Councilmember Steve Shaw would cut about $2M from Greenlink transit and nearly $1M from affordable housing. Greenville County Council 301 University Ridge Meeting starts at 6 PM Show up early and speak out!

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Stop the Squeeze Rally | Unity Park | June 14 | NEW Time: 3–5:30 PM Join musicians, speakers & neighbors as we raise our voices for affordability, rights & accountability. Bring your signs, friends & energy! Part of the national Rise Up, Sing Out. Watch NYC 7:30 PM concert online: riseupsingout.com

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Upstate SC: Ready to Vote? Check your registration, review your ballot and know your candidates before you vote. An informed vote is a powerful vote. www.ballotready.org/elections/so...

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

In solidarity with the national Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment, join 50501 and others for Stop The Squeeze at Unity Park in Greenville. Local musicians and speakers take the stage from 3–4:30 PM before the NYC concert streams at 7:30 PM. Learn more: riseupsingout.com

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Sharing this informative article from our coalition partner, Indivisible Upstate SC. indivisibleupstatesc.org/2026/05/your... The early primary voting period ends Friday, June 5. Voting centers are open 8:30-5:00. Every vote matters. Make your voice heard & support the candidate of your choice.

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Your Comprehensive Guide to Upstate SC 2026 Primary Candidates | Indivisible Upstate SC

SC’s 2026 primary ballot is packed with high-stakes races and a long list of candidates. This guide helps Upstate voters learn more about the Democratic and Republican contenders who are competing for...

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

NOW LIVE! Episode 8: Domestic Violence Michelle Grant of Safe Harbor explores the realities survivors face, barriers to leaving abusive situations and resources available for help. If you or someone you know needs help, Episode 8 includes a list of orgs to contact. www.youtube.com/watch?v=83Z3...

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Domestic Violence Featuring Michelle Gilbert with Safe Harbor

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

The fight against redistricting continues as legislators are called back by the governor for a special session. Join us for a rally this Thursday, May 21, at noon to let our voices be heard and to remind our lawmakers we won’t stand for map rigging. Let us know if you can make it: aclusc.org/may21

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

McMaster is bringing lawmakers back into special session to redraw SC-6. Carving Black voters out of the district is wrong. Richland Cty leaders are calling for economic solidarity: Boycott nonessential spending, SEC/state athletics, concerts & major events. Support HBCUs. We must speak in dollars.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Do you believe democracy thrives when people are informed? Then join Stand Up Upstate! Our volunteer-run YouTube channel educates the community on social justice issues impacting the Upstate, and we’re looking for volunteers with basic video/content editing skills. See the graphic for details.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Episode 8 Drops Soon!!!! 52.9% of SC women have experienced domestic abuse. Yet some can’t get protective orders, including those abused by a dating partner or a live-in partner they don’t share a child with. Episode 8: Domestic Violence goes live soon. Subscribe: youtube.com/@StandUpUpstate

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

URGENT: Contact your Senator!!!! The 2026 SC Legislative Session ends May 14. There’s still time to pass H. 4270, a bill to remove/seal eviction records after 5 yrs so they don’t follow South Carolinians for life. Take a minute today & contact your Senator. secure.ngpvan.com/4WEmdijqYkG-...

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Tell the House: Pass H. 4270 Now

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

THE PRIMARIES ARE ALMOST HERE May 8th is the deadline to register to vote in person for SC's statewide primaries. If you're not registered, visit your county voter registration office before the end of the day. Learn more at scVOTES.gov #wethepeoplegvl #localissueslocalimpact #standupupstate

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

SC's voucher program was pitched for low-income students, but in 2026-27, a family of 4 earning $160,750 qualifies for a $7,500 voucher. Whaaat?? youtube.com/watch?v=qKHc03cntrI Attend school board meetings, contact legislators, join a local commission, VOTE in 2026. Public schools need your voice.

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School Vouchers, Feat. Caleb Mickler, Public Affairs Specialist with the SC Education Association

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

May 1 is Int’l Workers' Day. This year, it's a Day of Action: General Strike, Mutual Aid & Protest. If you can, boycott work, school & non-essential corporate shopping. Donate gently used items to local orgs. Then join us from 5:30–7:30 PM at GVL City Hall. Solidarity is power. See you there.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Do you know where your tax dollars are going towards??? Get the answers in this episode "School Vouchers," featuring Caleb Mickler, Public Affairs Specialist with the South Carolina Education Association. Watch, comment, share, subscribe.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Wassup with school vouchers in SC? Episode 7 drops this week. Pitched to help low-income kids in struggling schools but who’s actually benefiting? We talk w/ Caleb Mickler from SCEA. We cover issues in our community & how we can respond. Support our work + subscribe: www.youtube.com/@StandUpUpstate

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

OUR LEGISLATORS ARE BACK AT IT!!!!! This just in from WREN (Women's Rights & Empowerment Network): A total abortion ban (S.1095) is back in South Carolina. We stopped it once. We must do it again. Call your senators NOW. ow.ly/zgam50YCskV

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

What an amazing day, we're so proud to have been a small part of all this. Thanks to those who submitted their pics to us. Y'all showed up and your voices were heard!!!! #wethepeoplegvl #standupupstate #localissueslocalimpact #nokingsgreenvillesc

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Episode 6 is LIVE: Mental Health & Homelessness w/ Travis Barton of Triune Mercy Center Homelessness & mental health require real support systems to break the cycle. Co-hosts Amberly & Erin discuss the realities & solutions in the Upstate. Watch, share & subscribe www.youtube.com/watch?v=Elat...

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Mental Health and Homelessness, Featuring Trevor Barton, Associate Pastor, Triune Mercy Center

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Greenville, it’s time to show up. We’re taking our message across downtown to demand visibility, accountability & action. Silence protects power. We REFUSE to be silent. One City Plaza 11:45–12:30 City Hall 12:45–1:30 Falls Park 2:00–3:45 (main rally 3:00) Show up for one stop or all.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Episode 6: Mental Health & Homelessness goes live soon Which comes first, mental illness or homelessness? Often both, & breaking the cycle takes real community support. Tune in as Amberly talks w/ Trevor Barton from Triune Mercy Center about the resources helping restore stability in Greenville.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Hate Crimes Act H3039 passes the SC House. Stalls in the Senate. Every year. It protects people based on gender, religion, disability, political affiliation & sexual orientation. So why won’t South Carolina protect ALL its citizens? Watch Episode 5. Take action.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Statewide protests against Lindsey Graham & the war with Iran are happening next Saturday. Greenville City Hall (206 S. Main St.) 1–2:30 PM South Carolina deserves better than endless war, from Venezuela to Iran to Cuba. If he won’t listen, we’ll make him hear us at the ballot box. #standupupstate

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

One of Greenville’s good guys is moving away Downtown Batman, who was featured on our first episode & a champion for the homeless, is passing the mission to Carolina Captain America. Farewell event: Sat, March 21, 6 PM (Location TBD). Come say goodbye & thanks for what he's done for our community.

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

New Episode: The Hate Crimes Act Our hosts break down H.3039, the Sen. Clementa Pinckney Hate Crimes Act, named for a victim of the 2015 Mother Emanuel AME Church massacre. Nick also speaks w/ SC NAACP President Brenda Murphy to discuss the consequences of inaction. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eec...

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Hate Crimes Act (H.3039) Featuring Brenda C. Murphy, President, NAACP SC State Conference

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

NO KINGS 3 – GREENVILLE We’re taking the message across downtown GVL—three stops, one demand: accountability. 11:45 — One City Plaza 12:45 — City Hall 2:00 — Outside Falls Park 3:00 — Main Rally (Falls Park) No thrones. No crowns. No kings. mobilize.us/s/oBMuif

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Episode 5: The Hate Crimes Act Goes Live This Week SC is one of only two states w/o a hate crimes law. The bill passed the House twice but stalled again in the Senate. Why? Host Nick talks with Brenda C. Murphy, President of the SC State Conference of the NAACP, about what’s at stake. Stay tuned

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wethepplgvl.bsky.social @wethepplgvl.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Huge thanks to everyone who came out to Other Lands Brewery & supported our art raffle. We’re so grateful. Big love to our amazing artists—Steven Chapp, Lu Wixon, Diane McAndrew, Abby Rose Scott, Kat Klauber, Glen Miller, Jennifer Kouyoumjian & Susan Staggs—for making the night special.

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