Terry Hutchinson Endorses Britt BlackwellFirst off, I would like to thank each and every one of you who got out and voted, especially those who voted for me. I had fun and learned a lot about our county in the process.I am making it official, I fully endorse Dr. Britt Blackwell for York County Council in District 6. Dr. Blackwell is indeed a man of character and a Reagan conservative. He and I ran on pretty much the same platform, so I ask all of those who voted for me to vote for Dr. Blackwell on Tuesday in the runoff election. It is imperative that we get out and vote. I will be working with his campaign to get people out to vote. What others are saying about Britt BlackwellBlackwell Announces EndorsementsRock Hill- Dr. Britt Blackwell is proud to announce a number of individuals who have come out and endorsed his candidacy for York County Council. This list includes statements from each person who has openly endorsed Dr. Blackwell speaking about character, integrity and commitment. These are prominent elected and appointed leaders throughout our State who have worked with dr. Blackwell. This is very encouraging for Dr. Blackwell, He is truly thankful for their support and encouragement. He believes this will be a very tough race that will be based on the issues, proven leadership and who can bring fresh ideas to the County Council. Dr. Blackwell wants to make it clear that his campaign will be focused on winning voters over based on facts and issues, not character assassination or negative attacks. We will be relentless in the ways we communicate our message as we try and spread that message out throughout the district over the next 90 plus days. This race is about the people of York County and trying to improve the quality of life for each and every resident.
“Let me say that I am privileged to know Dr. Britt Blackwell both professionally, as a member of the Board of the South Carolina Department Education and as a private business owner, and personally as a fellow outdoorsman and water sportsman. I support Britt because I know he will work very hard to achieve the goals and to support the mission of County Council. Britt is a man of strong moral and ethical character who will serve his community with compassion and readily accept the responsibilities of his elected office. Please join me in support of Britt Blackwell for County Council”. **Phil Owens, “I have had the pleasure of working with Dr. Britt Blackwell for the past four years on the State Board of Education. During that time I have observed Dr. Blackwell working diligently to improve the educational system in our state. He has impressed me with his insight and understanding of complex issues as well as his ability to work with others. As a member of any board, individuals must be able to listen to the facts and develop an acceptable decision. Dr. Blackwell has done this. This does not mean that he compromised his standards, but he did work to build a consensus that moved the agenda of the board forward”. “Considering these facts, I am proud to endorse Dr. Britt Blackwell for York County Council. If elected, I am certain the voters will reap the benefits of selecting a worthy public servant”. **Sincerely, Hampton H. Hubbard Phillip Bowers,South Carolina Board of Education (District 10 Representative) “Britt is the man for the job and a real leader. I served on the State Board of Education with Britt for 3 years and he did a wonderful job looking out for the students of South Carolina. Go Britt!” **Al Simpson “Britt is a good man, and a Reagan Republican. Good Luck. He has served York County well on the State Board of Education”. **Rick Adkins Former “I have enjoyed serving on the State Board of Education with Dr. Britt Blackwell. I have found him to be a man of great personal integrity with a genuine sense of fairness and seeking solutions to the challenges we face. Dr. Blackwell serves as Chairman of the Finance and Innovation Committee on the State Board, a difficult job in these tough economic times. His leadership on that committee and his overall commitment to excellence in our school system has helped us turn things around in South Carolina schools”. **Tim Moore “I have worked with Dr. Britt Blackwell on the South Carolina Board of Education for the past three years. He is a hard working conservative and I have found him to be honest and courageous. He has much integrity and is compassionate, yet firm, in every issue we face as a board. It has been a pleasure to know and work with Dr. Blackwell”. **Libby Swad I served with Britt on the Rock Hill School Board and know personally that he is an extremely dedicated, effective and hard working public servant. He digs into the issues and works tirelessly to accomplish the goals before him. Britt takes very seriously his commitment to represent all the people he serves. I know he will be an asset to the people of York County if the voters in District 6 choose to elect him as their representative. **Dale Dove-retired from Rock Hill District 3 School Board.**? Here is a partial list of supporters, We cannot do it without you….Thank You Rep. Gary Simrill, Jimmy & Donna Gordon, David Plexico, Frank Black, Kelly & Scott Childers, Kathy & Pat Smith, Dr. Frank Konow, Melanie & Brian Patterson, Ryan Perdue Martha Haynsworth, Dr. Robert H. Walker, John E. Walker, John Ward Logan Jr., Cindy & Scott Carroll, Ann & Ed Mobley, Sue & John Hindman, Virgina & Arthur Bates, Scott Thomas, Rep. Deborah Long, Susan & Dale Dove, Patricia Standfield, Glenda Rawlings, John Davis, Lori Perdue, Cindy Moss, Pam Wilbanks, Jennifer McCurley, Mr. & Mrs. Steve Duell, Mr. & Mrs. Mike Maddox Angie & Brian Cauthen, Lynn Fulton Dean Archer, Ava & Don McGinnis, Polly & Pick Walters, Joanne & Jimmy Blackwell, Holly & Matt Blackwell, Sean Flaherty, Shirley Hendry, Dr. David Nelson Mr. & Mrs. Al. Simpson, Elizabeth & Dewayne Saunders, Sarah Sigmon, Sam Vetter, Kevin Smith, Brenda & Richard Blackwell, Brian Hindman, Inez Adams, Gloria & John Hunter, Mr. & Mrs. Don Gillespie, Diane Simrill, Joanne Kimbrell, Walter Martinson, Sandra & Roy DuBose, Kela Stewart, Rev. Steve & Monecia Hogg,Myra Rhodes, Jason Wilbanks, Sophie & Mike Jones, Julie & Brian Miller, Kurestin Miller, Vickie & Paul Laffredo, Nickki Wilbanks, Cristina Blackwell, Tammy & Keith Windham, Cindy Moss, Bob Woodard, Doleen & John Behnke, Ivy & Buck Snyder, Patsy & Tom Turner, Janet Wright, Thelma & Jerry Ball,Mr. & Mrs. Scott Ball, Larry Schlise, Margo Hirsh, Walt Wunderlich, Betty Buford, Chris Maddox, Steve Cockerill, John Aiton, Sherry Grant |