Mar 01 2008
York County GOP Chairman to Run for RNC
Glenn McCall made history last year by becoming the first black chairman ever to lead the Republican Party in York County. Now, he’s seeking another first, this time on the national stage.
McCall told The Herald on Thursday that he will run for one of South Carolina’s two seats on the Republican National Committee, a 100-member body that decides party platforms, manages the primary schedule and shapes political strategy.
No African-Americans currently sit on the committee. To become the first, McCall must win a majority of votes among 1,400 S.C. Republicans who serve as delegates to the state convention. They will decide on May 31 in Columbia.
I’ve met Mr. McCall before. He’s a great guy and sticks to his principles. He would make a fine RNC committeeman, no doubt.