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Many of us remember Ronald Reagan's comment about intrusive government as in, "I'm from the government and I'm here to help you!" As an advocate for limited government, I still remain wary of government involvement in the private sector, though I … more
My wife and I relocated to South Carolina 15 years ago and never looked back. Things still make sense here; shoplifting is a crime and the police are the good guys, and the bad police are put in jail. The vast majority of South Carolinians were … more
I have never been a fan of Mohammed ("I am the greatest") Ali, the boxer. He was a loud-mouthed, egotistical, bombastic, offensive person. He had four wives and seven children. But in his prime, if I had to bet on one fight, I would bet on Ali … more
Oh, the things upon which we place value over others. The recent hottest, in my opinion most arbitrary, viral sensation of 2024 came in the form of an oversized cupid-hued beverage container. Social media became abuzz with videos capturing people … more
Today, I want to continue with this thought, "Jerusalem, a Cup of Trembling." Once again, my text is Zechariah 12:1-3, where we see, "The burden of the word of the LORD for Israel, saith the LORD, which stretcheth forth the heavens, and layeth the … more
Back in 1969, my 6-year-old boy, Jimmy, kept getting sick. The doctor said he had a recurring stomach virus. The beginning of summer, The NWMS (Nazarene World Missionary Society) held their annual convention in Columbia. I was one of the delegates. … more
Please pass this message to Ward 2 Rev. James Blassingame. Since 2020 I have made every professional attempt to schedule a sit down with him in reference to the current state of Black and minority-owned businesses in Sumter without success. I have … more
A woman has never told me she felt good about her abortion. For 39 years, I served in pastoral roles in different places. I had numerous women tell me they felt like they had no choice. Some said they felt pressured to abort. Many were medical … more
Is democracy at risk this election year? Yup, is the answer given by President Joe Biden in his speech ahead of the third anniversary of the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the United States Capitol as both houses of Congress were assembled to receive … more
Perhaps no one enjoys paying taxes, but responsible citizens realize that doing so is important. Today, I paid property tax. It was my intention to use a debit card, my preferred method of transacting business. Sumter County's system would not … more
As I sit and reflect on my career, I must say that I am extremely grateful. First for God, who has kept me safe through this journey, and to my parents, who have instilled in me and my brothers and sisters, Billy Duggan, Elaine Duggan Booker, … more
Post and Courier Jan. 10 S.C. legislators should return undeserved extra pay from 2023 Before South Carolina lawmakers get settled in for the 2024 legislative session, we need to deal with a bit of unfinished business from last year, having … more
For so many around the world, the beginning of the new year normally is a time to reflect on a festive holiday season and to get back into the daily routine. In Israel, however, it is far from a normal time. Three months have passed since the … more
It was with great joy that I read the letter to the editor in Saturday's paper, Dec. 30. The commentary next to it was about the birth of Jesus Christ and made it even better. Both made me proud to be living in the Sumter area where two men aren't … more
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