Over the years, I’ve written hundreds of thousands of words – some with no byline, some over someone else’s ghostwritten byline, and some under my own byline.
But to this day, I still get a thrill when pulling my hard copy of Columbia Metro Magazine from my mailbox and seeing my byline in an article I’ve written. This month’s is one of my all-time favorites about “South Carolina’s Education Governor” Dick Riley.
So much has been written about Gov. Riley and his leadership in our state and country. I could never do his career justice in just 2000 words. It’s a real honor to share this snapshot of his legacy, his love of our state, his commitment to his family, and his belief in the good of people.
I first met Gov. Riley while attending political events with my dad when I was in high school and getting my first glimpse of the career path I would ultimately follow. I later got to be friends with two of his children and traveled with him on the campaign trail when Nick Theodore ran for Governor. Now, 30+years later, whenever I see him, Gov. Riley still shares fond memories of my dad and always has a kind word for me.
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