| Leventis
exemplifies South Carolina values
"There
shouldn't be a hunter, fisherman, hiker, horseback rider,
biker or camper who doesn't support Sen. Leventis in his
efforts to protect our environment.
"He
has fought harder than any single individual to challenge
- and hold accountable - Safety-Kleen, the multinational
corporation (now bankrupt) responsible for the toxic waste
dump located in Rimini [near Pinewood]. For years, Sen.
Leventis was often times the only voice we had speaking
out against this dangerous dump.
"When
it comes to exemplifying the values we treasure as South
Carolinians, we could not have a better representative than
Sen. Leventis.
"He
has protected our wilderness areas, supported our elderly
and poor, fought to improve the educational opportunities
of our children, demanded fiscal responsibility in government,
operated a successful business, supported his church, raised
four outstanding children, served nearly 30 years as a military
pilot (retiring as a brigadier general), and risked his
life to protect our nation.
"Aren't
those the values we want in a senator?"
- John P. Ford, Sumter, S.C.
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Below are recent testimonials and editorials by people and organizations
about how they're proud to have Phil Leventis serving in the S.C.
Senate:
Conservation Voters of South Carolina: "You have
a proven record of working to protect local safeguards for factory
animal operations and for fighting to adopt a fair "no net
loss" permitting system for isolated wetlands. We particularly
thank you this year for your leadership and support of full funding
for the Conservation Bank."
Emergency Medical Services Association of South Carolina:
"Senator Leventis has always led the way to "do
the right thing" for those who need it the most. We in the
emergency medical service business are proud to call Senator Phil
Leventis our friend and truly appreciate his stance in making
sure the populous in South Carolina has the vital EMS coverage
when needed. That is why the SC EMS Association was proud to award
Senator Phil Leventis one of the 2004 SC EMS Association's Legislators
of the Year."
The Sumter Item: "Phil Leventis has shown time and
again that he has the skills to work across party lines and bring
people together for the good of our state without posturing or
grandstanding, but with the single-minded purpose of finding solutions
that work."
Airplane Owners and Pilots Association: "In recognition
of your consistent, successful efforts to enhance the South Carolina
airport system.... Tenacious advocacy for economic development
through airport funding and aircraft personal property tax reform...
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association gratefully acknowledges
your major contribution to general aviation in the Palmetto State."
Jim Hamilton, former chairman of S.C. Aeronautics Commission:
"Phil Leventis fought in "Desert Storm" in Iraq
to protect our freedom. I believe Phil represents one of the "checks
and balances" our forefathers had in mind when this great
country was founded. I hope the voters in Senate District 35 will
send this man of wisdom, judgment and courage back to our State
Senate."
Retired fire chief Carter H. Jones: "Fire and life
safety issues are important to Phil Leventis. He is a good man
whose track record of commitment to the fire service is demonstrated
by his actions and leadership. "
Florence Morning News: "He has a strong record in
supporting key education legislation including the Education Accountability
Act, full day kindergarten and increased pay for teachers. He
helped push through legislation that set up funding for endowed
chairs at our three major research institutions. He helped support
legislation setting up shelters for victims of domestic violence."
S.C. Chapter of the Sierra Club: "Senator Leventis
... is even-handed, respects the rules of proper conduct, and
is fair to all, even those he disagrees with."
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