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"Here's the Truth" must not have heard Henry Hinton a few days ago on his radio show discussing the outrageous costs of meals at convention hotels in Washington, DC. Those numbers Hood had to pay in DC were in line or even a little less than what Henry encountered at a radio convention in DC. That is likely all too common at convention hotels in big cities generally. One could get a much better breakfast buffet at Golden Corral in Greenville for a lot less money, but that does you no good when you are at a convention in Washington, DC or some other big city.
Commented: Monday, April 14th, 2025 @ 8:29 pm
By: John Steed
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Velma and I still share the memories of coming back from Knott's Island on the flooded roads with Hood. In order to find safer roads, we had to detour into Virginia, then turn back south for home. At Elizabeth City we stopped overnight, because the roads were washed out between there and Beaufort County. What an adventure. That's just one of many.
Many people know how tenacious Hood is in politics. Fewer know how generous he is with his time and resources. Happy Birthday Hood. Charles and Velma Hickman
Commented: Monday, April 14th, 2025 @ 8:17 pm
By: Charles Hickman
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Happy Birthday Hood.
Commented: Monday, April 14th, 2025 @ 6:12 pm
By: Countrygirl1411
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Happy Birthday Hood. It’s always interesting to me that people think because you vote to lower taxes, you are automatically a good steward. Going all the way to Washington DC on the taxpayers dime is such an accomplishment. Kudos. It’s also quite interesting that the employees are held to a strict per dime that doesn’t even cover meals while ALL commissioners eat high on the hog. Them $40 breakfasts and $50 dinners on the taxpayers dime isn’t being a good steward. It’s giving “do as I say, not as I do”. It’s amazing what a public information request reveals.
Commented: Monday, April 14th, 2025 @ 3:31 pm
By: Heres the truth
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Hood Richardson has always been a stalwart friend of the taxpayers on the county commission and a steadfast foe of waste and fraud in government. We need more like him (and less like spendthrifts Ed Booth, Frankie Waters, Randy Walker, and Jerry Langley).
Commented: Monday, April 14th, 2025 @ 2:28 pm
By: Concerned Taxpayer
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As Beaufort County's other long "term" serving Conservative county commissioner, I am most happy count Hodd Richardson as not only my friend, but an inspiration as he is Beaufort County's hardest working county commissioner, and that includes myself, as I never allow hubris to get the better of me.
My hope for Hood, and us all here in Beaufort County, is that the venerable Commissioner shall enjoy a long and healthy life, and that we, Conservatives, keep Hood Richardson serving our best interests on the Beaufort County Board of Commissioners.
Commented: Monday, April 14th, 2025 @ 2:06 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Great piece Buzz. May I add a hearty "Amen" to what you wrote...and added: Another thing about Hood that I have come to learn over the last few years working with him on the Beaufort Observer is this: He is the most principled government official I have ever known personally. I have seen him work through political issues and the distinguishing characteristics that come through are honor and integrity. I can honestly say I have never known him to be dishonest in word or deed...and I think that says alot about a political figure who has been "tested by fire." Finally, a word to those who are tempted to misunderstand Hood's "personality," I've found it instructive of him when I saw how he performed when he chaired the interim Hospital Board. He was a totally different persona than he has been as a minority member of the BOC. He is truly a "leader for all seasons." Hood's brilliance and commitment to honesty has served Beaufort County well and I am proud to call him "friend."
Commented: Monday, April 14th, 2025 @ 1:55 pm
By: Delma Blinson
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We traditionally think of, or define, a politician as someone who will say anything or do anything to get elected or gain power. On the other hand, a statesman is someone who represents the people and does everything within their power for the common good. To be called a statesman is a sign of high respect for that person’s integrity. James Freeman Clarke said, “A politician thinks of the next election. A statesman, of the next generation.” The citizens of Beaufort County are fortunate to have a true statesman, Hood Richardson, representing them. Happy birthday Hood! Thank you for everything you do, and continue to do, to make Beaufort County the truly remarkable place we are fortunate to call home!
Commented: Monday, April 14th, 2025 @ 12:24 pm
By: David Hudson
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