“A new level of enthusiasm”: Shane Massey, Outstanding Freshman Senator

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When longtime Democratic Senator Tommy Moore chose to give up his Senate seat to take up the cause of predatory lending, a large pack of candidates stepped forward to run for this Senate seat, which includes parts of Aiken, Edgefield, McCormick and Saluda Counties. After a heated GOP primary and run-off, as well as a nail-biter of special general election, Republican Shane Massey, whose campaign to “shake up Columbia” we eagerly endorsed, had prevailed. Since then, he’s made a strong impression upon many in Columbia, which is why we’re recognizing him as the Blogland’s Outstanding Freshman Senator.

One of his first acts was to sponsor legislation to put an end to earmark spending in the state budget, a key campaign promise which he eagerly kept. He is also a hard worker back in his district, eagerly giving out the number to his cell phone, which he calls a “24-7 constituent service hotline”. With a passion to address big problems, as well as pay close attention to matters back home, Massey has a balanced perspective towards the job of being a Senator which has received considerable praise. Read more

Posted July 30, 2008 by

The Lord’s Prayer: A Political Weapon?

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by Shane Massey

Someone recently wrote in to a local news publication, claiming that I was one of only 12 senators who voted against having the Lord’s Prayer in schools. The comment and vote require a response to clear up any confusion.

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Posted July 28, 2008 by

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