Post-9/11 Combat Veteran Running for S.C. Lt. Gov.
Posted by editor on 23 February 2010 at 12:32 am UTC
Endorsement by W. Thomas Smith Jr.
Hi all,
Though I rarely - if ever - get involved in political campaigns, I am endorsing my friend Bill Connor, who is running for the office of LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR OF SOUTH CAROLINA.
Here’s why:
A graduate of The Citadel and the University of S.C. School of Law, U.S. Army Reserve Lt. Col. Bill Connor is an infantry officer (Airborne, Ranger). A recipient of the Bronze Star and the combat infantryman’s badge, he has been described by his superiors as “a fearless, consummate combat leader” and an American soldier who, while serving in Afghanistan, “performed well under intense enemy fire and always led his men from the front.”
The great Swedish warrior king Gustavus Adolphus once said, “A good Christian will never make a bad soldier.”
Bill — a man of great faith and strong Christian values — is no exception.
Where does he stand politically?
-Bill is pro-life and pro-school-choice.
-He wants to end the tax on military and law enforcement retirement.
-He wants to end state income tax.
-He plans to push for energy independence.
-He wants to strengthen state sovereignty initiatives.
-He wants less government, but expects more pure leadership from those who govern.
“We discovered in recent months how important the Lieutenant Governor can be: The Lt. Gov’s leadership experience, maturity, and decisiveness are critical,” Bill writes at voteconnor.com. “I have the leadership experience through nearly 20 years in the military, and have proven my leadership in combat, the toughest crucible of leadership. I’m tested and ready. If we were to be hit with another 9-11 in SC, we don’t want a rookie learning about life and death decision-making. The Governor commands the National Guard, and state law enforcement and must know the laws of the state.”
Bill and his wife, Susan, have three children - Peyton, Brenna, and Will.
Visit Bill Connor online at http://voteconnor.com/
Semper Fi,
WTS
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