Leaders of the Three Branches Mark America’s 250th Anniversary of Independence

[Columbia, S.C.] — Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of South Carolina, John W. Kittredge, Governor Henry Dargan McMaster, President of the Senate, Thomas C. Alexander, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, G. Murrell Smith, Jr., co-signed a ceremonial proclamation recognizing the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The joint proclamation highlights the state’s commitment to honoring the nation’s founding ideals.  

“As we approach the 250th anniversary of American independence, we honor the courage and conviction that gave birth to this nation,” said Chief Justice Kittredge. “We take this time to reflect on the strength of our constitutional system and the responsibility of the Judicial Branch to follow the rule of law. This milestone invites us not only to recognize our history, but to renew our commitment to liberty, the rule of law, and service for the next generation.”

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