The Indian Land Republican Party had their meeting last night where all the candidates got time to speak, after this meeting everyone was given a ballot to vote in a straw poll to select their choice on who they wanted to be their next SC State Senator. We are pleased to announce that we won this Straw poll. We received 40% of the vote and are pleased in the results. Now we know straw polls are territorial but this is a good boost for Brian and his campaign going into the final week. The final results were Carnes, Short & Gregory tied for second, McCoy and Petezel. We have 7 days left lets keep the momentum going! The only vote that matters is the one on the 22nd!Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Carnes speaks at Indian Land Republican Meeting- Wins Straw Poll
VOTE TUESDAY for BRIAN CARNES
The Indian Land Republican Party had their meeting last night where all the candidates got time to speak, after this meeting everyone was given a ballot to vote in a straw poll to select their choice on who they wanted to be their next SC State Senator. We are pleased to announce that we won this Straw poll. We received 40% of the vote and are pleased in the results. Now we know straw polls are territorial but this is a good boost for Brian and his campaign going into the final week. The final results were Carnes, Short & Gregory tied for second, McCoy and Petezel. We have 7 days left lets keep the momentum going! The only vote that matters is the one on the 22nd!
The Indian Land Republican Party had their meeting last night where all the candidates got time to speak, after this meeting everyone was given a ballot to vote in a straw poll to select their choice on who they wanted to be their next SC State Senator. We are pleased to announce that we won this Straw poll. We received 40% of the vote and are pleased in the results. Now we know straw polls are territorial but this is a good boost for Brian and his campaign going into the final week. The final results were Carnes, Short & Gregory tied for second, McCoy and Petezel. We have 7 days left lets keep the momentum going! The only vote that matters is the one on the 22nd!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Closing statement at Lancaster Forum, Why we do not need the Status Quo
Brian believes we need to address all issues when it comes to a campaign, there is no voter we should turn away from. South Carolina faces so many problems that they can't be fixed over night but we need new leadership in Columbia . We need tax reform, restructuring of our state government and a huge need to create jobs.
Carnes on Obama-Care
Brian addresses his concerns on Obama-Care in South Carolina. He believes we must fight now to not allow it in South Carolina. He believes we must follow the foot-steps of our Attorney General and fight this. It will only continue to hurt the people and businesses in South Carolina.
Monday, February 7, 2011
Brian on Restructuring Government
Brian talks about Restructuring our state government
SOUTH CAROLINA has one of the longest legislative sessions in the country. Legislators meet 5 ½ months every year. We owe it to the taxpayers to cut back on cost, which is why I will push for capping South Carolina’s legislative session at 40 to 45 days. There is no reason we cannot get the work done in this time frame.
We need to consolidate and streamline many of our government services. This would allow us to target our budget cuts and help us to save money by eliminating duplicate services. We need to put some of these programs under the direct leadership of the governor, which would bring more transparency and accountability.
“We need to give the governor the same constitutional powers enjoyed by all other governors. The governor needs to be able to appoint more constitutional officers, so that they work as one team and not independent offices. The only office I do not believe that should be appointed is the Secretary of State. Appointments would strengthen gubernatorial authority and would allow the governor to effectively manage the executive areas of state government. This would increase accountability and transparency in our state.”
“We have a serious problem in Columbia… We have spread out the power to nine constitutional office holders which are independently elected. We have too many people trying to run our state. For us to succeed, the Governor must have the power to consolidate agencies. He must be allowed to appoint constitutional officers. South Carolina cannot continue to operate like this for us to succeed and be successful.”
SOUTH CAROLINA has one of the longest legislative sessions in the country. Legislators meet 5 ½ months every year. We owe it to the taxpayers to cut back on cost, which is why I will push for capping South Carolina’s legislative session at 40 to 45 days. There is no reason we cannot get the work done in this time frame.
We need to consolidate and streamline many of our government services. This would allow us to target our budget cuts and help us to save money by eliminating duplicate services. We need to put some of these programs under the direct leadership of the governor, which would bring more transparency and accountability.
“We need to give the governor the same constitutional powers enjoyed by all other governors. The governor needs to be able to appoint more constitutional officers, so that they work as one team and not independent offices. The only office I do not believe that should be appointed is the Secretary of State. Appointments would strengthen gubernatorial authority and would allow the governor to effectively manage the executive areas of state government. This would increase accountability and transparency in our state.”
“We have a serious problem in Columbia… We have spread out the power to nine constitutional office holders which are independently elected. We have too many people trying to run our state. For us to succeed, the Governor must have the power to consolidate agencies. He must be allowed to appoint constitutional officers. South Carolina cannot continue to operate like this for us to succeed and be successful.”
Brian talks jobs
Brian talks about job creation. This has been one of his top issues since day one.
Brian will support tax cuts for small business
Brian will recruit New Industry, and help companies expand
Brian will push for regulatory reform and make South Carolina more business friendly. We must create jobs to help struggling
families.
Brian will support tax cuts for small business
Brian will recruit New Industry, and help companies expand
Brian will push for regulatory reform and make South Carolina more business friendly. We must create jobs to help struggling
families.
Brian closing statement Fort Mill Forum
Here is Brian's closing statement during this first forum at the Fort Mill Golf Club in Fort Mill.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Why Brian, Letters from the voters!
12 Reasons to elect Brian
On February 22nd, the voters of District 16 have a real chance to elect a true conservative to the S.C. Senate. Today, I am writing to tell you a few reasons why
We need to support Brian Carnes in the Republican primary.
• Brian will work to restructure our state government
• Brian will work to reform our broken state tax code
• Brian will reform our education system
• Brian a successful businessman will work to bring jobs back to South Carolina, He has the experience to do so
• Brian will not cater to special interest or lobbyist
• Brian will work for senior citizens and make sure they keep what they have earned and make sure their healthcare is affordable
• Brian will protect personal property and personal freedoms
• Brian will make sure our veterans get a fair shake in S.C
• Brian is a fiscal, social conservative that is running on a platform of reform
• Brian will push for real welfare reform, he will not let everything be given away for free
• Brian will continue to strengthen our immigration laws
• Brian will be our voice serving all the people in District 16 not a puppet for any one party or organization.
For these 12 reasons I am asking you to consider voting for Brian, We do not need legislators or political parties telling the voters how to vote. I think we are plenty aware of the situation with our economy, loss of jobs & homes to know we can make an educated decision on who we need to elect as our State Senator.
Brian is the most conservative candidate in this race and has taken positions on all these issues I have mentioned above, the other candidates in this race have just used typical talking points. That is why I ask you to do some research on each candidate, they all have web sites. I believe after you see where each candidate stands I believe you will see that Brian is the best candidate for the S.C. Senate
Mike Hanson
Fort Mill, SC
Brian for SC Senate
I am so happy that Brian Carnes is running for the South Carolina Senate seat in District 16. It is time to get a new face in Columbia! We need someone that will actually care about the people they serve and I truly believe that Brian is that person.
Brian is a person of integrity, a team player, and a person with a strong and proven work ethic. He has been representing the people in District 16 very well already; serving as a School board member for 8 years, as a local firefighter and as a local small business owner. There are countless examples of his years of service to his Church, community, and district. He has lived in District 16 for all of his 51 years and has a servant’s heart.
We need a NEW Senator who has no personal agendas but that to serve the citizens of the district. Brian believes that elected officials must be accountable to the people they serve. Brian is a fiscal–social conservative, who will be a servant to the people he serves. He is not your everyday politician like some who have served before or some that serve for personal gains. We must have a Senator that will be accountable to those who they serve!
Brian has great leadership skills, this along with his ability to communicate and work with others in a leadership role, has prepared him to make a difference in the South Carolina Senate.
I know I am voting for Brian Carnes for South Carolina Senate on February 22nd 2011. I really hope that you will join me and do the same! We need a Senator that we can trust to work for all of us and I know that Brian is that person!
Kathryn Burch
Indian Land, SC
We Need Brian committed servant
I’m writing this letter to ask for votes for Brian Carnes for the District 16 Senate race. We need a Senator who has no personal agenda. Senator who has a passion to serve the people of South Carolina, District 16. Brian Carnes is a committed public servant and has a strong, proven, work ethic. He served on the local school board for more than eight years. He is a strong leader in the community, a lifetime resident of Senate District 16, a former firefighter, and respected businessman. Brian Carnes knows how to keep an open mind to all sides of an issue and cannot be influenced to vote one way or another.
He is a man you can trust to make decisions that will benefit all people. His votes will be for what he truly believes will be good for the people. It is time for new leadership in Columbia. It is time to send someone who can create jobs, restructure our tax code, and eliminate government waste so we can focus on our children’s education. I encourage you to vote for Brian Carnes on February 22.
Lorrie Morris
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