Of course it didn't. Those aren't the kind of increases the average taxpayer sees, although he must foot the bill for it. South Carolina spending is out of all reasonable control.
Why Should Spending Matter to You?
Because South Carolina Legislators are:
1. Growing Government Faster than Your Wallet
Government grew by 40 percent over the past three years. Meanwhile, the average South Carolinian's paycheck grew by just 19 percent.
2. Making new promises before paying for old ones
The state budget does next to nothing to address the $27 billion in unpaid for promises to state retirees, sticking every South Carolinian taxpayer with a $14,000 tab.
3. Borrowing from Peter to Pay Paul
The budget pays for 161 million of ongoing needs with one-time money - the same as taking on a new car payment with a one-time bonus check.
4. Don't cut your health coverage if you're sick
The legislature is expanding benefits to the Medicaid program, while taking away an important reserve fund - jeopardizing benefits and increasing the likelihood of future tax increases.
5. Don't spend mortgage money on the movies
When times are tough, you have to cut the frills to pay for the necessities. The state budget does the opposite - paying for Elvis impersonators and pig-themed festivals are just some of the things funded by the so-called "competitive grants" program, while endangering public safety by not funding the Department of Corrections.
Get involved and make a difference
Call or write your:
House Representative
State Senator
and urge them to support the Governor's vetoes.
Remember: politicians work for the taxpayers -- not the other way around.
Negative Cash Flowing
SC Government/Spending Growth
SC Taxpayer Avg. Income Growth
With the South Carolina Budget set to increase by double digits again this year, a rate that far outpaces the growth in the average South Carolinian's paycheck. It's key that taxpayers across the state make their voice heard!
