Having read W. Thomas Smith Jr’s piece [re: Tom Mullikin announces run for U.S. Congress] and having researched those running, it is clear to me who is the most-qualified candidate in the race for the 5th District in South Carolina.
Mullikin is the ideal candidate. He is the one who is best equipped to effectively represent and advocate for his constituents in Congress. And as a retired Marine officer, I say this without reservation. There are several reasons why.