Recently over 60 COS South Carolina supporters met to discuss the project and how to move it forward.
They knew they could benefit from the wisdom of a leader from a state that has already passed the COS Article V application.
On October 21, Florida Sen. Alan Hays made the trip to meet with the South Carolina team to do just that. They discussed the challenges and successes of a COS resolution and how to move it forward.
Sen. Hays emphasized the need to begin contacting state legislators now before the legislative session begins when the representatives are overwhelmed with work. He spoke about the opposition and how to address any false or misleading comments. He provided great encouragement to the COS South Carolina team.
Also on deck was South Carolina’s sponsor and champion in the South Carolina House, Rep. Bill Taylor. He was an honored guest and shared his perspective and thoughts about the process and support for our COS resolution.
Events like these are happening all across the country and serve to enhance and propel the resolutions in each state.
About Florida Senator Alan Hays
Sen. Hays has offered to continue to help COS in various ways since Florida passed in 2014. His knowledge gained as a sponsor of the Florida resolution provided the power for Florida to be the third state to pass.
With this background, he knew he could help other states like South Carolina. In October 2016, Senator Hays served as one of the Florida Delegates to the COS Simulation held in Virginia. He also spoke at the COS Florida Strategy Meeting in May 2017.
Sen. Hays now serves as Lake County Supervisor of Elections. He is a retired dentist, certified Circuit Court Civil Mediator, and has a long list of awards for legislative leadership and service to various civic groups.
He finds pleasure in helping COS after retirement by continuing his support and is appreciated for helping non passed states like South Carolina. Above all else, he explained that calls and face-to-face contact with representatives are the most effective ways to raise awareness and gain support for the Convention of States. This is a testament to the true power of the grassroots.
How You Can Help in South Carolina
A simple five-minute call once a month to your state representative significantly increases the chances of the resolution passing. If you are not sure who your representatives are, you can find them here.
You‘ve done the easy part. You signed the petition at Convention of States. You can take it a step further and register as a volunteer or District Captain.
If you are serious about your concerns for the future of our country at the hands of career politicians who could care less about our future, now is the time to really begin your service to that end. The 2018 legislative session will start soon, and the COS South Carolina team is garnering support from legislators throughout the state.
Your support could make South Carolina the next state to call for an Article V Convention of States!
Special Thanks
The event was held at the Flight Deck Restaurant in Lexington by the State Executive Team, including State Director Steve Isaksen and Deputy State Director Chris Neeley. Also on deck was Legislative Liaison Sam McDonald and State Information Analyst Don Dinkel.
