Today, I’d like to take a moment to share some personal thoughts on the last few months. I’m so hopeful about what I’ve seen and learned as I’ve traveled our great state getting ready to kick off my campaign for governor.
Of course, I’ve spoken with many people who feel embarrassed by some of our elected officials. South Carolinians are weary of the gridlock, the wasted time, and the tired and false notion that government can't work.
But I’ve also seen something else: an unwavering belief that we can get our state moving again.
I’ve seen it here in my hometown of Camden, where old friends and neighbors have volunteered their afternoons to stamp envelopes in the storefront I use for a campaign office.
I’ve seen it in Greenwood, Aiken, and Manning where new friends have stopped me on the street and reached out with warm hearts and kind words in support of my effort to bring a new vision to our state.
I’ve seen it in Charleston, Georgetown, and Rock Hill where I’ve been touched by hundreds of South Carolinians who share my belief that we have a unique opportunity to renew our pursuit of prosperity in the next election.
Every day, I meet new friends and supporters who reject the low expectations that have plagued our state … people who know and expect that with real leadership our state can work for us again.
I hope that you will join us in this effort by contributing to my campaign. Our goal is to raise over $700,000 by the end of this fundraising quarter, which ends in less than 36 hours. [UPDATE: Thanks to your overwhelming response, we have reached this goal! We have 12 hours remaining this fundraising quarter, and I appreciate your continued support.]
We are very close to reaching this milestone, and with your contribution we can take our message to every family in South Carolina.
Amy, Austin, Joseph, Anthony and I hope this Fall is a blessed one for you and your family. I hope to see you as I travel to your town, and I hope to hear your ideas about restoring positive leadership to our state.
Very truly,
Vincent Sheheen
