South Carolina’s push to be next-to-last state with hate crimes law stalls again
When asked Wednesday about the chance for a vote, Republican Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey simply said, ‘don’t hold your breath.’
When asked Wednesday about the chance for a vote, Republican Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey simply said, ‘don’t hold your breath.’
Both are still waiting for a breakthrough moment, possibly in the first GOP debate on Wednesday.
Senate Democratic Leader Brad Hutto remembered Scott’s ‘tireless work ethic, his willingness to bridge divides, and his unyielding commitment to the principles of justice and equality.’
‘This is the charge that God has put on my life.’
The most conservative House Republicans wanted to remove gender or add law enforcement officers or fetuses to the classes of people protected to the bill.