Lachlan, well known political consultant and former Executive Director of the State Party discusses Rob Miller’s campaign for Congress in the 2nd District.

Gilda is the State Representative for House District 66 out of Orangeburg County. She addresses the problems with the state budget and also highlights her work on the Obama Campaign.

Jane, who is a Veteran Air Force Pilot and community leader is running for Congress in the 3rd District.

Paul, Navy Veteran and community activist is running for Congress in the 4th District.

Professor Scott Huffmon of Winthrop University discuses voter trends in young age voters and how it will effect the election in November.

Kent Harrington, President of Harrington Consulting Group, whom is an expert in political and economical consulting as well as the international markets, discuses the economic crisis, how it affects SC, and how it is affecting the presidential campaigns.

Suzie Webster, CEO and Co-Founder of Evergreen Concepts, a company that focuses on bring eco-minded consumers together with local green businesses speaks about the Charleston Green Fair which her company is sponsoring.

Tyler Jones, a Charleston area political consultant, gives us the inside scoop on what is going on with some of the races he is working on. He also weighs in on what is going on in the presidential campaigns.

Jeffrey Knighton, Outreach Director of the South Carolina New Democrats discusses the New Dem’s most recent campaign, "Fight Howard Rich".

Phil Bailey, director of the South Carolina Democratic Caucus, speaks about the dove hunt fundraiser for the democratic caucus and catches us up on how the State Senate Races are going.

Congressman Spratt updates us on the current legislative session and the passage of the new energy bill.

Charles Griffen, the County Chairman for Sumter County Democratic Party talks about how Sumter just opened their first physical party headquarters to help out the candidates, including Obama, in November.

Nora Kravec is one of the Charleston leaders of the Campaign for Change will discus the need to register democratic voters before the October 4th Deadline along with the new Campaign for Change headquarters in North Charleston.

Trav Robertson is the State Director for the Obama Campaign and updates us on the SC part of the campaign. He also discusses his thoughts on Sarah Palin along with how the McCain campaign has resorted to smear tactics.

Melisa Watson, a High School Teacher in Charleston County and strong educational activist who was also an alternate to the DNC, discusses Barack Obama’s Education Policy and how it would work in South Carolina.

Henry Middleton, Candidate for Charleston County Coroner discusses what exactly the Coroner position is all about. He includes the origin of the position, the qualifications, why he is running, along with what changes he wants to see if elected.

Carol Fowler, Chairwomen of the South Carolina Democratic Party and Delegate to the DNC, discusses the presidential campaign and the grassroots operations of the Obama Campaign.

Rob Groce, The Director of the Public Relations and Advertising Committee for the Dorchester County Democratic Party and Delegate to DNC, discusses how he recently got involved in politics and how he has been helping create positive change in South Carolina.

Ilene Kahn, Head of Women for Obama and Delegate to the DNC, discusses her experience at the convention. As a women’s leader in Charleston, Ilene also discusses Vice Presidential Candidate Sarah Palin.

Colleen Condon, Charleston County Council Woman discusses how Charleston County is going green. She discusses the first big initiative of a more efficient recycling program, "Aggressive 21st Century Recycling." Colleen also Discusses Charleston’s new Citizen’s advisory group, the Green Ribbon Committee, and how citizens can get involved.

Marshall Derks the new Content Editor for CivisOnline, a new subsidiary company of Politics Online, discusses his reaction to both parties’ national conventions. He relates the conventions to the launch of CivisOnline and their new Election Café and Politics Uncensored Widgets that are now available to the public.

State Senator Joel Lourie talks about his preparation for the 2009 State legislative session. He discusses how he prepares in the off season and talks about what pieces of legislation he plans on working on. This includes regulation of pay day lenders as well as the possibility of a new cigarette tax, which did not pass last session in the 2008 session.

Congressman John Spratt talks about his experience at the Democratic National Convention along with his thoughts on John McCain’s VP Pick. He also talks about the upcoming Congressional session and the appropriation bills

Phil has been at the convention all week and gives us his de-briefing of the whole event.

Tim Kelly, the official South Carolina blogger to the Democratic National Convention, Gives a daily update about what is going on at the convention, including all of the behind the scenes action. (Day 4)

Tim Kelly, the official South Carolina blogger to the Democratic National Convention, Gives a daily update about what is going on at the convention, including all of the behind the scenes action. (Day 3)

Tim Kelly, the official South Carolina blogger to the Democratic National Convention, Gives a daily update about what is going on at the convention, including all of the behind the scenes action. (Day 2)

Tim Kelly, the official South Carolina blogger to the Democratic National Convention, Gives a daily update about what is going on at the convention, including all of the behind the scenes action. (Day 1)

Trav Robertson, now the new South Carolina State Director for the Obama Campaign, discusses the state wide initiatives and strategies for getting Obama elected in SC.

Tremain Mattress, 27, representing the Third US Congressional District during the DNC, discusses his role at the DNC.

Eugene Platt, Green Party Candidate for House Seat 115 discusses his campaign and the judicial struggle he faces getting on the ballot due to state law prohibiting primary losers to re-join a general ballot.

Clay Middleton, newly appointed State Political Director for the Obama Campaign in SC discusses his new role and strategies for the campaign.

Congressman John Spratt, Chairman of the House Budget Committee, discusses the recent social security proposals that Senator McCain and President Bush have introduced and how the Democratic Leadership will respond.

Pickens County Democratic Party Chairman John Painter discusses local preparations for upcoming elections, and his recent editorial about Obama's leadership abilities.

Jim Rex, South Carolina Superintendent of Education, discusses state education budget cuts and state-wide concerns about the future of South Carolina Education.

Senator Phil Leventis of Sumter discusses Senator Fritz Hollings' recent book, including Hollings' views on the U.S. economic policy and where we are headed.

Phil Bailey, political director for South Carolina Senate Democrats, discusses the 'end of summer political lull,' the upcoming convention, and the activities of South Carolina Senators.

Jeff Knighton, Outreach Director for the South Carolina New Democracts, discusses the upcoming Online Campaigning Seminar in Columbia organized by the SC New Democrats this weekend.

Kent Harrington, president of Harrington Consulting Group, discusses his work with political and economic consulting in international markets, rapid changes in China, as well as growing globalization in South Carolina.

Brett Bursey discusses the climate and strength of US democracy and low voter turnout in the US.

Peter Tecklenburg of Charleston discusses potential Vice Presidential picks for Barack Obama.

Congressman John Spratt, Chairman of the House Budget Committee, discusses legislation on the National Advocacy Center and Higher Education, recently brought up in the house.

Jay Parmley, Executive Director of the SC Democratic Party, discusses the party's local objectives for the upcoming election and how the Democratic Party is revitalizing throughout the state.

Trav Robertson, campaign manager for Blaine Lotz, discusses the state of local elections as they face major changes in the upcoming November election, and how Democratic candidates are using the presidential momentum to propel their campaigns.

Anton Gunn, running for House District 79, discusses the growth, benefits and challenges of his district and challenges faced for his hopeful office.

Phil Noble, President of SC New Democrats, discusses his recent Presidential BBQ dinner bet with Katon Dawson, Chairman of South Carolina Republican Party.

Phil Bailey, of the South Carolina Democratic Caucus discusses Senator Kevin Bryant's post of a controversial cartoon on his political blog.

Former South Carolina Governor Jim Hodges discusses his work as a national co-chair of the Obama Campaign and its potential for success in South Carolina.

Ed Gomez, running for SC house, district 87, discusses his decision to run for house and become more active in the Democratic Party out of his dissatisfaction with other state leaders.

Congressman John Spratt discusses news from D.C. and his feelings about Barak Obama's potential in the race ahead.

Jeff Knighton, Outreach Director for South Carolina New Democrats, discusses upcoming SCND initiatives and advancing of the SCND throughout the state, as well as his campaign experiences in Virginia.

Dominic Barrett, Coordinator of Youth and School Services for the Palmetto Project, discusses projects underway to bridge the educational gap in the state.

Tim Kelly, the official South Carolina blogger to the Democratic Convention, explains his involvement in politics and the growth of his blog, crackthebell.com.

Steven Wukela reviews the recent Florence Mayoral Race and how his win over the incumbent is being challenged.

Paul Waldman of Media Matters discusses the recent satirical cover of the New Yorker, its affect on the Obama Campaign, and how it has been received across the nation.

Greenwood Mayor Floyd Nicholson reviews his race for Senate in district 10 and issues on education in the state.

Stuart Sprague, Chair of the Anderson County Democratic Party discusses S.C. healthcare, the state of Medicare, and the Democratic presence in the upstate.

Congressman John Spratt discusses news from Washington, including gas prices and alternative fuels and the economy.

Chairman of the Georgetown County Democratic Party Jamie Sanderson discusses his local politics and upcoming democrats looking to make great changes in South Carolina.

Senate district 46 candidate Kent Fletcher discusses district politics and his experiences in Iraq with the Military and under private contractors.

Newly elected Florence Mayor Steve Wukela discusses his win over 13 year incumbent Frank Willis.

Paul Waldman of Media Matters analyzes General Wesley Clark’s comments on CBS that John McCain is not qualified to be president, and how different forms of experience will play into the upcoming election.

Phil joins a group of Lowcountry Obama volunteers at the Charleston headquarters to discuss the reorganization and revitalization of the campaign throughout the state, and where focus for the campaign is heading.

Roddie Burris, reporter for The State newspaper discusses staff reductions at The State, as well as the progress of the Legislature’s efforts to override some of Governor Sanford’s 24 June vetoes.

Contract lobbyist Coretta Betsel relates her experiences from the House of Representatives observing debates on bills vetoed by Governor Sanford, and how the Governor’s use of veto power is affecting the process of passing legislation in the state.

Representative Grady Brown of District 50 discusses changes in the House of Representatives over his 24 years in office, and the state of the South Carolina public education system, including the so-called "corridor of shame."

Former Chairman of the SC Democratic Party Dick Harpootlian discusses both his involvement with the Obama campaign and the issue of school vouchers as it pertains to runoff races throughout the state.

Senator Phil Leventis discusses consolidation of school districts, a historically productive initiative in South Carolina. Sen. Leventis also discusses how to make the public school systems better.

Boyd Brown, the 21 year old who recently won the primary in Fairfield County in House District 41. Boyd discusses private school voutures and off-shore oil drilling for American oil.

Dr. Hardy Merritt discusses the Starfish Project, a project to collect and distribute books and cash donations to purchase books for the students and libraries of the schools described in the ETV documentary "The Corridor of Shame." Thus far, over 10,000 books have been collected.

Congressman John Spratt, discusses unemployment in the state of South Carolina, including the emergency extended unemployment compensation package, the stimulus package, and efforts to lower gas prices for short-term relief for South Carolina residents.

Kurt Zwally, Global Warmings Solutions Manager for the National Wildlife Federation, discusses Congressman Joe Wilson’s article in The State regarding drilling for oil and climate change regulations.

Rep. Doug Jennings discusses being elected for his 18th year in the House of Representatives, as well as the cigarette tax and payday lending industry legislations from the past year.

Joe Werner, Executive Director of the SC Democratic Party discusses the June 10th state primary results.

Chris Whitmire, the Public Information Officer for the South Carolina State Election Commission, discussed voter turnout, the state primary and future runoffs, as well as the performance of state voting machines.

Congressman John Spratt, Chairman of the House Budget Committee, discusses his success in passing a plan to balance the budget by 2012.

Trav Robertson, campaign manager for Blaine Lotz, running for the 2nd Congressional District & John Nichols (picture to the left), President of the Trial Lawyers association, discuss the upcoming primaries.

Corey Hutchins, discusses an article he wrote about wealthy conservatives trying to buy our government. A new article is out called the South Carolina Project: The States Role in a National Political Experiment where an elite group of wealthy conservatives recruit puppet candidates to divert tax dollars from public schools to corporate controlled entities.

Janelle Dunlap, President of the College Democrats at Winthrop University, discusses Young Democrats in South Carolina and their interest in becoming involved in campaigns around the state of South Carolina.

Jaime Harrison, Executive Director of US Congressman Jim Clyburn’s office and an Orangeburg, South Carolina native, is a graduate of Yale University and Georgetown Law School. Jaime discusses day-to-day operations of being the director for the Majority Whip, including projects, bills, and the difficulty of passing Iraq resolutions and legislations.

Joe Werner, Executive Director of the State Party, discusses last weekends' Democratic National Committee Rules and Bylaws meeting where Carol and Don Fowler were voting members of the group. The meeting tried to figure out what to do with the delegates from Florida and Michigan, and what that means for the upcoming Presidential election.

Steve Skardon, Executive Director of the Palmetto Project discusses the One Laptop Per Child initiative that they have launched in Marion School District 7. The idea is to see technology as a key to education.

Andy Brack, publisher of the S.C. StateHouse Report, discusses the state's lowest-in-the-nation cigarette tax and the debate over the House’s veto on increasing cigarette taxes.

Marilyn Hemingway, an Executive Committee member in the Georgetown County Democratic Party, discusses pledging her vote to Sen. Obama as one of the eight Edwards delegates going to the Democratic National Convention in August.

Rep. Ted Vick, House Minority Whip, discusses this year’s priority issues and what the House of Representatives are doing to get new democrats elected.

Bud Ferillo discusses his petition for 'High Quality Education' that has been circulating in South Carolina.

After 18 years in the House of Representatives, Rep. John Scott discusses his decision to run for Senate District 19, as well as a gang member act he is working on.

Peter Tecklenburg, a Charleston transportation planner new voices and young democrats running for office including Clay Middleton, Boyd Brown, Anton Gunn and Anne Peterson-Hutto.

Vince Ford is running for Senate District 19 against Rep. John Scott.

Congressman John Spratt discusses a successful bill that was passed to stop the federal government from buying oil and putting it in the strategic petroleum reserve.

Bob Conley discusses his bid for US Senate. Learn more about Bob Conley at www.aimhighwithbob.com.

Stuart Sprague, Anderson County Democratic Chair is interviewed along with other grass roots Democrats on Anderson’s executive committee.

Annie McDaniel, running for House District 41, discusses her scholarship initiative, a grant to students who are the first in their families to go to college.

Phil Noble discusses the One Laptop per Child/SC pilot project which gives personal computers to the state’s youngest and poorest students. Find out more information by visiting www.onelaptopsc.org.

Blaine Lotz discusses the reasons he is running for the second Congressional seat in South Carolina.

Senator Joel Lourie, discusses the bipartisan vote in the Senate that raised the cigarette tax $.50, and how the Senate plans on spending the money to help people gain access to health insurance.

Chris Lamb, a College of Charleston Professor and author of I’ll Be Sober In The Morning, discusses humor and politics.

Phil Noble, President of SC New Democrats, discusses the highlights of the 2008 Democratic State Convention.

Congressman John Spratt discusses hot topics in the presidential campaign such as a gas tax holiday for the summer and how it will affect South Carolina.

House Majority Whip, Congressman Jim Clyburn.

Roger Odachowski talks about how he got into this race and why being a retired firefighter and always caring about citizens, Mr. Odachowski discusses the importance of being a full time legislator and why it is important to vote for a candidate who knows and shares the same issues, problems and the day to day struggles as others in our community.

Nora Kravec, South Carolina Lowcountry volunteer in charge of phone banking for Sen. Obama, discusses the past year as a volunteer and reforming the grass roots democratic party in South Carolina.

Waring Howe served South Carolina on the DNC for five years and is a pledged Obama superdelegate.

Phil Noble, president of SC New Democrats discusses prioritizing South Carolina’s budget and how vital it is for politicians to surpass the typical political process of dodging accountability for timeframes and political promises. Also discussed is the idea of passing high quality education in the state’s legislature.

Anton Gunn, running for SC House District 79.

Cal Land, Clarendon County Democratic Party Chair.

Caitlin Morrissey discusses the Democratic State Convention and Bud Ferillo’s online petition for high quality education.

Congressman John Spratt’s bimonthly show.

Rep. Thayer Rivers - running for House District #122.

Clay Middleton is running for SC House in District 111.