There are all kinds of ways that you can become involved in local Democratic politics:

Vote. Only half of South Carolinians are registered to vote. And of those, only half vote. That means only about 25 percent of people who can vote are actually participating in free elections for which our ancestors fought and died. (See Register to Vote section above.)

Organize your neighborhood. Meet with members of your precinct to build a local Democratic presence. To find out who your precinct leaders are, contact any party officer.

Join. Visit with Horry area Democrats at the next executive meeting or any of the local club meetings. More.

Canvass. Canvass neighborhoods and get people to register to vote. Volunteer to print and hand out this brochure in you precinct

Give. Contribute money to help the county party push its mainstream message.

Write a letter. Write a letter to a local newspaper. Remember to make your letter timely, make your points clearly, support your facts and be concise. Type your letter and include your name, address and phone number.

Volunteer. You can always volunteer to help the local party or volunteer with a local candidate. Call the County Party, 448-WINN.

Phone. Call into local talk radio shows when they spread inaccuracies, lies or misinformation. Don’t be shy – Speak Up!

Advertise. Put a campaign yard sign in your yard or a bumper sticker on your car.

Monitor. Attend local government meetings and let your leaders know when they’re right and when they’re wrong.