Phil Hamby

Christian. Husband to Vicki. Dad to Joshua & Caleb. Director of Governmental Affairs, @SCMilitaryDept (Tweets/views my own)

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Yesterday, the Military Caucus for the S.C. House of Representatives held its first meeting of the year. A bi-partisan group of over 80 members, the caucus advocates for military-friendly legislation, benefiting veterans, active duty, reserves, and guard members of South Carolina

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The Russell House has some new bling out front. (and, the recently renovated Longstreet Theatre is looking really sharp, too) #Gamecocks @UofSC

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Yesterday, Adjutant General Stilwell testified at a Congressional hearing before the Military & Foreign Affairs Subcommittee. The hearing was titled, “The National Guard State Partnership Program: Strengthening U.S. Security, One Partnership at a Time."

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Reliable energy is essential to military and national security. Yesterday, Governor McMaster was joined by many state leaders as he signed the South Carolina Energy Security Act passed by the General Assembly.

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Dawn Staley’s statue unveiling at 4pm today in front of USC’s Pastides Alumni Center (intersection of Senate & Lincoln Streets)
#Gamecocks #DawnStaley #USC

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Definitely on my highlight reel - what an amazing experience all around! Huge thanks to Josh Harris and his team for an unforgettable day!! 🇺🇸🏁

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Love this!!

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Way to go, Sergeant Anthony P. Amick! The @SCNationalGuard Soldier was awarded the Medal of Valor, the state’s highest military honor, for his extraordinary bravery and selfless actions during a devastating multi-car accident. https://t.co/MgJ6SLZdjB

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@KinardLisbon Congratulations!!!!

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The fires in the upstate have been extremely challenging, but care & leadership have been steadfast from the State House to our Congressional delegation to the office of Governor & Lt. Governor. #TeamSC

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Man! Lockheed Martin sure knows how to put on a show! Yesterday, they held a delivery ceremony for the F-16 viper fighter jet to Taiwan. F-16s are the fighter jet platform flown by our awesome SC Air National Guard #SwampFox out of McEntire JNG Base

#PeaceThroughStrength

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A big day for our organization - BG Rob Stilwell was officially confirmed as the new Adjutant General for South Carolina! Appointed by Governor McMaster, he takes on the role of the state’s top military officer. 🇺🇸🌴

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Today, U.S. Army Brigadier General Robin Stilwell testified before the South Carolina Senate’s Family & Veterans’ Services Committee at his confirmation hearing. The committee voted unanimously to send a favorable report of confirmation from the committee to the full Senate body.

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Rainbow over Lake Murray just now (photo by my 13-year old, Caleb)

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Another full week - thankful for the opportunity to be in the company of such great folks that serve our state and nation 🇺🇸🌴

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Hitting the ground running - within 24 hours of the Governor’s announcement, Brigadier General Rob Stilwell has immediately begun engaging with General Assembly members as he prepares for his pending confirmation hearing in the Senate. 🇺🇸🌴

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Honored to witness this great day for the South Carolina Military: Brigadier General Rob Stilwell nominated by Governor McMaster to serve as the next Adjutant General for our state upon the announcement of the retirement of Adjutant General Van McCarty. 🇺🇸🌴

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The newest ad from our public affairs and recruitment folks that made the Super Bowl post-game show commercials. Fantastic job!!! #EmbraceYourCalling 🇺🇸🌴

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Embrace Your Calling
#southcarolina #superbowlcommercials #usnationalguard

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Super Bowl commercial with our SC National Guard tonight! Tune in between 10-10:30 PM to see the 30-second spot in tonight’s post-Super Bowl broadcast on WACH FOX 57! Thank you for supporting the mission of our Soldiers & Airmen who "live here, work here, serve here.”

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Top in the nation for retention & recruitment!

The SC Air National Guard has been named the recipient of the National Guard Bureau Patriot Team Award, recognizing the 169th Fighter Wing as the top-performing wing in the nation for recruiting and retention. #SwampFox 🦊🇺🇸🌴

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Dr. / General Tom Mullikin received a unanimous vote at his Senate Fish, Game & Forestry confirmation hearing this morning. A huge, standing-room-only crowd was present showing their support of his nomination to lead SCDNR.