In this episode of Second Helping, Grace and Katelyn discuss the political landscape of South Carolina. Caitlin dives into her involvement in a conference with Together SC, highlighting the state's nonprofit sector. They explore the initiatives of Rom Reddy and his political action committee, DOJ SC, aimed at transforming state agencies and regulations. The episode also reviews several legislative bills, including voter registration regulations, abortion restrictions, and a bill to combat the wild hog problem using drones. Additionally, they touch on representative efforts to ensure electoral security and the implications of recent lawmaking on public health and democracy in South Carolina.
00:00 Introduction and Conference Overview
00:44 Political Action Committees and State Agencies
03:22 Economic and Social Issues in South Carolina
18:04 Election Security and Voter Registration
26:29 Abortion Legislation and Women's Health
33:32 Wild Hogs and Local Legislation
35:35 Governor Janet Mills and Trans Rights