Drew Johnson

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34 weeks 4 days

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Red County Editor -
Richland County, SC
djohnson@truvista.net

BIOGRAPHY

As an adult I have remained active in politics as both a paid staff member and Republican Party activist. I am a well educated political activist with a deep understanding of South Carolina’s political scene as well as national politics.

In 1995 I graduated from the University of South Carolina (BA Political Science/Minor History). In 2002 I graduated from the Carolina School of Broadcasting (Charlotte, N.C.) where I learned the technical aspects of radio and television production. In 1995 I accepted my first full time staff position on a political campaign. The campaign was the 1995 Dole/Kemp for President if the United States. While with Dole/Kemp I served as first Office Manager and later traveled the country doing Advance for both Bob and Elizabeth Dole.

1997-1999: I served as Political Aid, to United States Congressman Charlie Norwood (Augusta, Georgia). This was a very rewarding position working for a man I had more respected more than words can express. In 2006 I accepted the position of Campaign Manager for kirkman Finley for City Council (Columbia, S.C.) Kirkman easily won after his opponent withdrew from the race.

In 2006 I accepted the position of Communications Director & Deputy Campaign Manager for Jim Feldcamp for U.S. Congress (Eugene, Oregon). Difficult people but the experience and people made very worthwhile.

ACALADES:

2008: Elected Delegate to the Republican National Convention (St Paul, Minnesota)

2009: VICE CHAIRMAN, Chester County Republican Party

CHAIRMAN, Piedmont Young Republicans

Elected National Delegate to the Federation of Young Republicans National Convention

COMMENTARIES

Email By Gun Owners of America Misleading

By Drew Johnson | 05/18/09

Today, Gun Owners of America sent out an email alert that contained misleading information about Senate Bill 391 and United States Senator Lindsey Graham. According to the email “Do you know what your supposedly "Republican" senator is doing right now? Well, it turns out that Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina is also leading the “hit parade’ on behalf of legislation which would expand the scope of... read more »

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Turnout Low for Municipal Elections

By Drew Johnson | 05/06/09

The turnout for the municipal elections here in Chester, South Carolina was a far cry from the record turnout seen in the November’s general election. While poor turnout is typical in municipal elections, this year’s turnout was exceptionally low. In 2007, Chester held a Mayoral election where 1,200 votes were cast compared to 581 cast in this year’s non-mayoral election. The last non-mayoral race, in 2005, drew 930... read more »

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Patrick Haddon Declares He is a Candidate for SCGOP First Vice Chairman

By Drew Johnson | 05/06/09

Throughout the winter and spring, a number of candidates have spoken at Republican County Conventions, in addition to Karen Floyd, candidate for SCGOP Chairman and only remaining candidate for the office. Such as, Adam Piper - Richland County, Young Republican Activist and Candidate for SCGOP Third Vice Chairman. I have offered Adam my full support. As I made my way to many of South Carolina’s County Conventions I ran across Adam as... read more »

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President Obama and his first 100 days

By Drew Johnson | 04/29/09

It is hard to believe that 100 days have passed since Barack Obama was inaugurated the 44th President of the United States. The President assumed office in the middle of a severe economic crisis, the likes of which the United States has not experienced since the Carter Administration. I will be the first to admit that President Obama inherited a difficult situation that any President would find difficult to overcome. However, he... read more »

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Update: South Carolina High Court Rejects Democrats Case On Stimulus Funds

By Drew Johnson | 04/22/09

Brief update from a story I posted last week concernig a legal challange to Governor Sanford's refusal to accept Federal stimulas funds. According to Columbia’s State Newspaper: “A Chapin High School student has filed a lawsuit asking the S.C. Supreme Court whether lawmakers can force Gov. Mark Sanford to accept federal stimulus money. Read the lawsuit (PDF) According to Columbia’s State News Paper, “The suit... read more »

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South Carolina Governor’s Race Is Beginning To Heat Up

By Drew Johnson | 04/22/09

Recent news reports indicate that Governor Mark Sanford is looking for a handpicked successor to run for Governor in 2010. Many names have surfaced as possible candidates, such as, Rep. Nikki Haley (R-Lexington) and Sen. Tom Davis (R-Beaufort) and today according to the Palmeto Scoop “sources say that Sen. Larry Grooms (R-Berkeley) may end up being the long-awaiting “Sanford candidate.” Sen. Danny Verdin (R-Laurens), who is... read more »

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Democrats Attempt To Take Sanford To Court Over Stimulus

By Drew Johnson | 04/16/09

South Carolina has been in the center of the debate over bailouts and out of control spending for months. As U.S. Senator Jim DeMint and governor Mark Sanford addressed thousands at yesterday’s TEA Party on the grounds of South Carolinas State House a legal battle emerged over the federal stimulus money. According to Columbia’s State Newspaper: “A Chapin High School student has filed a lawsuit asking the S.C. Supreme... read more »

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Mike Huckabee Has Endorsed Steve Moss For SC House Dist 30

By Drew Johnson | 04/16/09

A local S.C. House Race in Cherokee County is beginning to draw some high profile attention. On Wednesday, April 15, 2009 former presidential candidate and Fox News commentator Mike Huckabee endorsed Steve Moss, Republican Candidate in the April 28th special election for S.C. House District 30. “Steve Moss will make state government more responsive to the needs of the people of Cherokee County by cutting wasteful spending, reducing taxes... read more »

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South Carolina Ready for Tax Day Protest Rallies

By Drew Johnson | 04/13/09

As Tax Day approaches, South Carolina continues to engage in a heated debate over Federal Stimulus funds, or more specifically, the 5% controlled by the Governor and the General Assembly. Governor Mark Sanford and the South Carolina Legislature are destined for a showdown when the Legislature returns from a self-imposed furlough. This has been a heated issue in South Carolina and continues to draw national attention. Meanwhile, conservatives... read more »

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SCGOP Announces Keynote Speaker For Silver Elephant

By Drew Johnson | 04/08/09

Earlier today, the South Carolina Republican Party announced U.S. Senator Bob Corker would be the Keynote Speaker for the 2009 Silver Elephant Banquet on May 16th. See the Press Release below for further information. For Immediate Release Wednesday, April 8, 2009 Contact: Jay W. Ragley (803-988-8440) Senator Bob Corker To Keynote 2009 SCGOP Silver Elephant Banquet Columbia, SC – Today South Carolina Republican... read more »