Good intentions sometimes lead to effective action, but there’s nothing quite like a sudden civic crisis to spark institutional change. In recent years, Porter-Gaud and Ashley Hall have become increasingly aware of, and concerned about, their lack of diversity. They…
The Case for Re-electing Full disclosure first: I have hosted a meet and greet for Charleston City Councilman Gary White. I also made a donation to his campaign. I serve on the CARTA board with Councilman Mike Seekings, who has…
Power Play The New York Times reported a very rare occurrence last week. A Sept. 25 headline read, “South Carolina Deputy in Video of Violent Arrest is Fired.” The firing occurred after a video went viral showing several Greenville County deputies…
How We Can Make a Difference By now, we should all be able to agree that the epidemic of mass shootings has entered a crisis stage in this country. Recent shootings in Dayton, Philadelphia, and El Paso are only the…