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Letters to the Editor - from the Post and Courier - November 6, 2008

 A new course

On Tuesday, Americans spoke in a decisive, bold and courageous manner. The ultimate choice was for unity, not division; for peace, not war; for justice, not bias; for measured reason, not impulsive reaction.

Concern about the daily lives of most Americans trumped the special interests of a few. What a remarkable election.

Though our future holds many challenges that will require clarity of thought, difficult decisions and individual responsibility, we have finally broken through the fear brought about by 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, the Iraq war and the crashing economy.

The nation has chosen a leader who has proven to be intelligent, inspiring, strong, steady and compassionate. He has promised to work in a bipartisan manner for the common good as he seeks advice from experienced leaders and listens to dissenting opinions.

President-elect Barack Obama has set us on a new course of American history and politics, one in which I hope we can all be proud and flourish.

Whatever religious belief you have, may the best of the human spirit be revealed as we enter a transformative period in our country.

Let us stay strong and determined in our efforts to help create a better world for ourselves, our children and our grandchildren.

FREIDA F. McDUFFIE

Harbor Oaks Drive

South Carolina Legislative Black Caucus - The creation of the Legislative Black Caucus in the South Carolina legislature was a direct result of the civil rights movement and the legislation that came out of the movement. Following the Voting Rights Act of 1965, African-Americans began voting in large enough numbers to elect African- Americans to office.

Legislative Priorities -  For more information, click on the link provided: http://www.sclbc.org/legislation.php

School Equity Funding                                             Minimum Wage Increase

Election of Black Judges                                         Cigarette Tax Issues

Economic Development                                          Increased SCSU funding

Continued HIV/AIDS funding                                   Asset/Wealth Building

Payday Lenders/Predatory Lending                      Medicaid Issues and Concerns

Education (EEDA) increased funding                   Creation/rebuilding strong families