INFORMED VOTERS.
STRONGER FUTURES.
Building Trust, Driving Change
WHO WE ARE
Responsible Action is a nonpartisan advocacy and political impact organization. We work to inform the electorate and drive transparency and accountability in governance through data informed outreach, with the end goal of advancing public policies on the state and local level that improve the lives of all South Carolinians with a focus on the Upstate.
Our mission is to move the Upstate region of South Carolina towards responsible leadership and stronger democracy by cultivating an engaged and informed electorate.
MISSION
VALUES
A government that puts people over politics.
OUR VALUES
We believe in good governance. In elected officials who lead with transparency and accountability and follow best practices to inform policy that serves all residents of Upstate South Carolina through:
Integrity
Good governance
Civility
Action
How we do it
Good governance means exercising leadership with integrity, accountability, and transparency. It ensures that decisions are made responsibly, resources are managed wisely, and the voices of the people of the Upstate are respected. At its core, good governance is about building trust, upholding the rule of law, and working for the long-term well-being of our region.
Good Governance
Education
We champion voter education and push for engagement through issues-based communication.
We support and inform elected officials/candidates with evidence-based solutions that prioritize the good of the majority over the benefit of the few.
People Over Politics
Advocacy
We advocate for and support policies that align with our values and evidence-based policy positions.
Facts
We stand behind candidates who prioritize facts over extreme beliefs and opinion-based positions.
Transformation
We seek to transform the Upstate into a home that works for everyone who lives in and loves our state.
Accountability
We inform the electorate on the performance of their representatives through targeted communication
OUR FOCUS AREAS
Smart Economic Policy
Data-driven economic policies that strengthen the economy by creating an environment where entrepreneurship can thrive, established industries can grow, and every business contributes to a stronger, more resilient Upstate.
Community for all
A region where opportunity, dignity, and respect extend to all–regardless of socioeconomic background–and the strength of our working families builds a stronger future for our entire community.
Access to Health
Strong healthcare policies that expand reliable access to quality healthcare and support for healtahcare workers, building a foundation for a healthier Upstate.
Education and Childcare
Strong schools and accessible child care so every child has the foundation to succeed, and every family has the support to thrive.
Environment & Sustainability
Sustainability goals such as responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and transparency are strategic investments in long-term business success. Every effort should be made to conserve natural resources with a view to strengthen local communities and build resilience and trust in a rapidly changing Upstate.