December 21, 2024

The Nerve Archive

Where Government Gets Exposed

Weathers Explains Why His Agency Stands Alone

Kelly Payne
Citizen Reporter

During a visit to Dutch Fork High in Irmo on Oct. 13, Agriculture Commissioner Hugh Weathers is asked why South Carolina has a separate state agency overseeing agriculture. He’s also asked what other segment of the state’s economy has its own agency and constitutional officer.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwCxs6p9cG4

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