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Why are these two entities merging? What’s the benefit? What is the structure and name of the merged entity? Can you be more specific in describing the “shared values, principles and vision” mentioned earlier? That sounds great but how do you expect to change the political dynamics? Does that mean you are not running a presidential candidate in 2024? But wait a minute… third parties have come and gone because they are typically seen as “spoilers” and/or they can’t compete with the Republicans and Democrats. What does the new party stand for? The SCIP has ballot access. Is that why South Carolina Forward wanted to merge? Do you expect the merger to be challenged by either or both of SC’s dominant parties? How many supporters does the SC Independence Party have? The SC Forward Party? Have you talked with any existing officeholders about running under the FWD label? What has been the reaction? How many SC races will sport a Forward label in 2024? Who are the candidates?

Why are these two entities merging? What’s the benefit?

The best way to work together is to get together.

Answer

The South Carolina Independence Party has been a recognized and active political party in South Carolina since the late 60s. The national Forward Party was founded in October of 2021.  As the two entities got to know each other, they saw how much common ground in terms of values, principles, and vision they had. Over the past seven months, the leaders of both parties have gotten to know each other well and came to the joint conclusion that the groups can be more effective working as one rather than individually.

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