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South Carolina Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette officially declared her candidacy for governor at a Myrtle Beach Pelicans game. With ambitions to continue the state’s Republican leadership, Evette aims to enhance government efficiency and address crucial issues such as education and economic development. She aligns her campaign with former President Trump and emphasizes conservative values such as parental rights and support for law enforcement. As the race progresses, she is set to connect with voters statewide and address community concerns.
Myrtle Beach – South Carolina Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette officially announced her candidacy for governor while throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at the Myrtle Beach Pelicans’ game against the Columbia Fireflies on July 25. Evette, who has served as the 93rd Lieutenant Governor since her election in 2018, is stepping into the race in hopes of continuing the state’s current Republican leadership and policies.
Evette has been a significant presence in South Carolina politics over the past six and a half years and plans to run a campaign focused on maintaining the agenda set forth by incumbent Governor Henry McMaster. She aligns her campaign closely with former President Donald Trump, presenting a vision for South Carolina that she deems on the right track, advocating against any changes in the current direction.
The lieutenant governor highlighted her tenure’s major achievements, including implementing the largest state income tax cut in South Carolina history and providing substantial pay raises for law enforcement personnel. Her key campaign points emphasize economic development, parental rights, and the protection of female athletes.
In her gubernatorial campaign, Evette aims to improve government efficiency, drawing from her experience as CEO of Quality Business Solutions, a payroll and HR firm she founded. She has outlined her goals of strengthening partnerships between state and local governments, particularly in regions experiencing rapid growth, such as Horry County, where she resides.
Evette’s agenda also includes creating a state version of the federal Department of Government Efficiency—known as DOGE—to address bureaucratic inefficiencies. Additionally, she plans to tackle infrastructure challenges and crowded schools by collaborating with local leaders. Her approach extends to addressing community issues related to illegal immigration through potential partnerships with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Education is another pillar of Evette’s campaign, as she showcases her commitment to supporting school choice and a free-market approach to education. Under her leadership alongside Governor McMaster, the state plans to raise starting teacher salaries from $48,500 to $50,000, aiming to attract and retain quality educators.
Evette has been actively engaging with voters through town hall meetings, where she discusses her vision for South Carolina. Her proposals include expanding school voucher programs, phasing out the state income tax, and enhancing government efficiency using advanced technology like artificial intelligence. Furthermore, she expresses a strong interest in bolstering support for technical colleges to improve educational outcomes and strengthen the blue-collar workforce.
With the gubernatorial race heating up, Evette is focused on courting conservative voters across the state. Other Republican contenders are emerging, making it imperative for her to connect with constituents through various outlets, including conservative talk radio stations throughout South Carolina. She plans to address environmental and energy concerns, particularly the threat of offshore drilling, while advocating for energy efficiency and utilizing nuclear energy.
Evette emphasizes an optimistic vision for the future of South Carolina, suggesting that hope and collaboration can lead to significant progress. As her campaign unfolds, she aims to present herself as a steadfast candidate committed to continuing the Republican leadership that has characterized South Carolina in recent years.
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