It was really terrific to see so many good friends this past weekend at the Convention in Columbia. I have never, and I mean never, seen this type of confidence and enthusiasm among party leaders in South Carolina.   We're believing in ourselves and our ability to win and move South Carolina forward and I adore it!

Another "I have never" was the standing ovation you District 1 folks gave me in the caucus!!   And the memory of the "Linda, Linda, Linda" chant will always humble me and also keep my battery charged for months!  And, let's not forget how well we sang Zachius!

I was glad for the opportunity to share my plan for a new path forward for South Carolina and for our country. The "same old" just won't do anymore, and I am tremendously grateful for the endorsement of so many leaders who agree that now is our time here in the 1^st district.

Thank you to former Governor Jim Hodges, Senator John Land and Representative Leon Howard. Thank you to Councilwoman Colleen Condon, Former Chairman Joe Erwin and South Carolina College Dem President Jamarr Brown. Your support, and the support of those who respect and trust you will go a long way towards building the type of grassroots momentum we need for victory in November.

Thank you also to all those who invested in this campaign last quarter. If you haven't heard, we outraised Henry Brown by nearly 3-1. In fact, we were among the top campaigns in the country for fundraising between January and March.

We are moving forward strong and prepared to change the way business is done here and across the country.