THE SOUTH CAROLINA SENATE REPUBLICAN CAUCUS

Two state senators told Hilton Head Island residents Thursday that the South Carolina legislature is poised to pass a far-reaching illegal immigration bill by February.

Sens. Catherine Ceips, R-Beaufort, and Jim Ritchie, R-Spartanburg, fielded questions from more than 100 residents who turned out for the mid-morning meeting and who mostly supported the idea of statewide action to halt illegal immigration.

Ritchie and Ceips spent about 20 minutes promoting the legislative effort before turning things over to the crowd, which voiced strong opinions and delivered spirited speeches onillegal immigration.
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The Beaufort Gazzette says Catherine Ceips wins in a landslide.  Ceips was running in a special election caused by the appointment of former Senator Scott Richardson as South Carolina’s new Insurance Commissioner.  Ceips won yesterday with 78 percent. Welcome to the Senate, Senator Ceips! 

Ceips wins in a landslide
Wednesday, June 20 2007
By JEREMY HSIEH

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Catherine Ceips debates opponents

Yesterday Catherine Ceips debated her opponents on issues ranging from immigration to abortion.  Check out this article from the Beaufort Gazette.

Candidates’ debate immigration, abortion
June 14, 2007

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Here’s a great article from the Beaufort Gazette.  We are looking forward to having Catherine Ceips as part of the team.

Go Catherine!

Ceips could enjoy easy Senate win
Republicans have occupied Beaufort County’s state Senate seat since 1993.
May 29 2007

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