Headlines, 10/28 to 10/29

PRESIDENT: Democrats hope Obama ads increase local turnout
Barack Obama TV ads played in Charlotte are popping up in homes in York County, and local Democrats are hopeful that the ads will boost Barack Obama's percentage in SC. Source: Rock Hill Herald

US HOUSE: Wilson, Miller spar over issues
US Rep. Joe Wilson and his Democratic challenger Rob Miller took each other to task over a number of issues, including the $700 billion bailout package and the Bush tax cuts. Source: The State

• Brown, Ketner ads get heated as election approaches
Source: WCSC TV

• Brown has narrow lead over Ketner, poll says
Source: WCSC TV

• Wilson paying for property tax mistake
Source: The State/AP

• Ketner giving Brown a tough fight
Source: Salisbury (NC) Post

• Brown, Ketner fight over campaign cash
Source: The Post and Courier

• Clyburn heavily favored in reelection
Source: Myrtle Beach Sun News

• Harrelson, Clyburn debate SC issues
US Rep. Jim Clyburn and his challenger Nancy Harrelson argued over taxes, economy and job creation in their Monday night debate aired on ETV. Source: The State

• Harrelson, Clyburn spar at debate
Source: The Post & Courier

• Inglis, Corden spar on economy
Source: The Greenville News

• Corden criticizes Inglis over spending
Source: The Greenville News

SC SENATE: Collins gaining on Rose
Independent candidate Bill Collins has out-fundraised his opponent, Republican Mike Rose, since his entry into the race for Senate District 38.
Source: Summerville Journal Scene

• Sanford endorses Rose
Source: Summerville Journal Scene

• Sanford supports Rose's Senate bid
Gov. Mark Sanford has given his support to Republican Mike Rose in his battle with independent Bill Collins. Source: The Post & Courier

• Riley supporting Nicholson in Senate bid
Source: Greenwood Index-Journal

• Compton endorsed by business industry
Source: Greenwood Index-Journal

ELECTION: Wild rumors going around about election day
Some ridiculous rumors have been spread around SC about the Nov. 4th election, ranging from the election being extended into Wednesday to people with outstanding traffic tickets being turned away from the polls.
Source: The State

• Youth vote very important on Nov. 4th
Source: Myrtle Beach Sun News

• State law only gives voters three minutes to vote
Source: WCBD

• Amendments on ballot surprise some
Source: WCSC TV

• Federal prosecutors want SC voters to report voting issues
Federal prosecutors reminded SC residents that agencies are prepared to handle reports of voter fraud or intimidation on Nov. 4th. Source: The State/AP

• SC says 2.5M registered to vote
SC election officials say that records have been broken in both voter registration and absentee voting. Source: The State

• Voter registration at an all time high
Source: Greenville News

• Toll-free number available to report voting issues
Source: The Post and Courier

• Record set in voter registration
Source: The Post and Courier

• ETV to provide full election day coverage
Source: The Post and Courier

• SC ready for election day
State election officials are telling the public they are ready for a record turnout on Election Day in one week. Source: The State

• Understanding the ballot questions
Source: WCSC Live 5 News

• Absentee voters see long lines
Source: Spartanburg Herald Journal

• Task force prepares for election day
Source: The Post & Courier

• People voting early in election
Horry County voters are turning out in record numbers to vote before election day. Source: Myrtle Beach Sun News

Charleston business group backs school board candidates
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce endorsed five candidates for Charleston School Board who it believes would focus on best preparing students for the workforce. Source: The Post and Courier

Greenville area candidates attend forum
Greenville area candidates for local, state, and federal office attended a three hour candidate forum Monday night. Source: The Greenville News

OPINION

Graham for US Senate
"Republican Lindsey Graham, in a single term, has established himself as a major figure in the U.S. Senate. He has been both a persuasive proponent of conservative causes and a pragmatic legislator adept at crafting bipartisan compromises. He has clearly earned your support for re-election." Source: The Post and Courier

Moredock: Fear will be deciding factor for white voters
"At the end of World War II, there were thousands of Japanese soldiers abandoned by their retreating comrades across China, Southeast Asia, and the islands of the South Pacific. In many cases, they had no radios or other means of communicating with the outside world; no way of knowing that the war was over, or how it ended. Mainland troops were rounded up quickly enough, but things were different on the remote islands." Source: Charleston City Paper

Masters: Obama will change the image of "black"
"Like Barack Obama, my mother is white, my father black. Having lived in the United States more years than I have in Jamaica, I have always been puzzled by the classification of race wherein the United States tries to place its citizens." Source: Greenville News

Clyburn for US House
"Democrat James E. Clyburn, as majority whip, is the most powerful South Carolinian in the U.S. House since Mendel Rivers. He earned that status through his mastery of the legislative process and his strong work ethic. He has earned the 6th District's support for re-election to a ninth term." Source: The Post and Courier

Brown for US House
"Republican Henry E. Brown Jr. emphasizes his strong record of constituent service during four terms representing the 1st District in the U.S. House. But his good work goes beyond helping constituents. He has been a strong supporter of national defense and a devoted advocate for America's military veterans. And as a member of the House Transportation Committee, he has an important role in shaping national transportation policy." Source: The Post and Courier

Vote yes on amendment questions
"S.C. voters on ballots Tuesday will find three constitutional amendment questions in addition to other issues including candidates for a raft of elected offices."
Source: Myrtle Beach Sun News

• All three amendments deserve approval
"South Carolina voters face three amendments to the state constitution on the ballot next week. Two amendments would allow local governments to get a better rate of return on their investments; the other would allow the General Assembly to set the age of consent for sexual activity. Voters should approve all three." Source: Spartanburg Herald Journal

Hunter: Graham an embarassment to SC
"There are many things South Carolinians are expected to be ashamed of — slavery, segregation, low SAT scores. These are the least of our state's embarrassments. Our deepest shame is in being represented by U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham." Source: Charleston City Paper

District 17 needs Coleman
"In the race for the District 17 seat in the state Senate, we endorse Democrat Creighton Coleman. The District 17 seat is open this year because of the retirement of longtime Sen. Linda Short, D-Chester. The seat covers part of York and Union counties and all of Chester and Fairfield counties. Coleman’s opponent, Republican Mark Bennett, is a truck driver and part-time race car driver who goes by the nickname of 'The Richburg Rocket.' He has no previous political experience." Source: Rock Hill Herald

Voting should be influenced by Supreme Court choices
"The likely vacancies on the U.S. Supreme Court has been mentioned far too seldom in the presidential campaign. That one issue may be the most important consideration facing every voter. Every time someone is appointed to the court by the president he must be approved by the U. S. Senate. The process almost always erupts into a controversy based on the perceived or real political leanings of the appointee. It’s no secret that Democrats in Congress want someone with a liberal record. Likewise, Republicans want a conservative." Source: Greenwood Index-Journal

Graham for US Senate
"While it may seem superfluous, even redundant, to do so, we take the opportunity today to enthusiastically endorse Lindsey Graham for re-election to the U.S. Senate. Sen. Graham, unlike his good friend and ally John McCain, is cruising along toward certain victory in next week’s election. That’s mainly because his opponent is no Barack Obama. Far from it." Source: The State

Scoppe: Undecided about election
"I bought myself two weeks by copping out when our editorial board decided whom to endorse for president. For all the good it’s done so far. One week to go, and I remain an undecided voter. I’ve never been in this position before. Never stayed on the sidelines in an important endorsement decision before." Source: The State