Today, I was invited to tour the Port of Charleston with Senator DeMint. What an impressive facility. South Carolina is lucky to have such a large port in our own backyard. It is currently one of the busiest ports on the East Coast, but we better do what it takes to make sure it stays that way. The expansion of the port is essential to its viability. Coming from the upstate I often hear from companies like, BMW and GE that the port is vital to their business. And if SC wants to stay competitive and increase economic development throughout the state, the expansion is a key component. I continue to be impressed by the SC Port Authority and the work being done in Charleston. It was a beautiful day to be at the Charleston Port and a great way to start the day. I always enjoy getting back to Charleston – although I didn’t make it to the Citadel, hopefully next time! Go Dawgs!