Op-eds
On October 4, we recognized National Manufacturing Day and the importance of manufacturing in the United States. Manufacturing is also a major economic driver in South Carolina, with $33.89 billion in manufactured goods exports in 2018, I am thankful for the jobs created.
Through the years, South Carolina has remained competitive in creating manufacturing jobs for South Carolinians through commitment to regulatory reform, apprenticeship programs, and state incentives.
The United States maintains the strongest military in the world. Our freedoms, our liberties, and the greatness of this country are secured by the brave men and women who sign up to serve. We must honor the sacrifices these men and women make when they lay down their lives for their country. It is unacceptable that surviving military spouses are still subject to the "Widow's Tax" after their loved ones die in service to their country. The time for repealing this unjust law is now.
It is an honor and a privilege to represent the servicemembers and veterans of South Carolina's Second Congressional District this Memorial Day. The Midlands are known as the "The Most Military Friendly Community in America" which is something our communities take pride in owning. We have 417,515 Veterans in South Carolina with many living in the Midlands. While it appears that lately there is a lack of uplifting or positive news, my team hopes you find some encouragement in this message.
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There are few things more frustrating than getting ready for Tax Day. Families and individuals across the country and the Second Congressional District of South Carolina have to file income tax returns to the federal government in order to prepare for the dreaded April 15th.
I am humbled and inspired to serve you in Congress. Above all, I want to make sure you and your family know that the office and I are here to serve you.
As we begin a new Congress, President Donald Trump is seizing on an unprecedented moment of opportunity. In his recent State of the Union address, the American peoples' charge was heard loud and clear: choose greatness.
Those of you who watched the State of the Union address this year saw a conciliatory demeanor and a clear vision on how our country can and will move forward.