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What is the Palm Republic? What is Home Rule? Home Rule is about the right of our island to self-governance. Can I join the Palm Republic?

The Palm Republic is a South Carolina LLC that was established to bring awareness to the violations of our State Constitution by the Governor, State Senators, Secretary of Transportation and the SC Department of Transportation. The Republic came to shake off the shackles of the Tyranny of this South Carolina State Government and reclaim our right to Home Rule through the use of public demonstratio

n and illumination of the wrongs perpetrated on our fellow residents of this Great Island. However, we are also a fun-loving people and include humor and drink in dealing with a very serious violation of our constitutionally guaranteed right to govern our Island. In 1973, after consideration for over 2 decades, the leaders of our State enacted a Constitutional Amendment to our State Constitution. Article 8 of our State Constitution clearly states that the powers of a municipality “shall be liberally construed in favor of the municipality and the specific mention of particular powers shall not be construed as limiting in any manner the general powers of such municipalities.” The Constitution goes on to state that “No laws for a specific county [or municipality] shall be enacted”. SCDOT actions with the Isle of Palms Connector and our roads specifically violate not only SC Statute 57-5-820, SCDOT has violated the Constitution of SC. A line must be drawn to stand up for and defend the Constitution. To do otherwise relegates our Constitution to nothing more than a meaningless piece of paper. If we do not demand the constitution be followed and enforced against all that violate its rule of law, then what is to stop the Governor or our State Senators from abolishing the Isle of Palms duly elected Council and appointing their own Council to dictate their will. The attack on our island and our State Constitution by SCDOT and the State Legislature cannot be over stated. Is the Palm Republic a separate country that is separate from the United States or the State of South Carolina? No, we did not, nor do we advocate seceding from SC or the USA. We are making a public statement to bring awareness to a very serious issue dealing with the eroding of our Constitutionally protected rights. Absolutely! We urge all individuals to join us in standing up for the rights of all peoples worldwide! Join us at our annual festivals, get a green card(party visa), or passport. Is the Palm Republic affiliated with a political party or doctrine? No, we are a self-funded apolitical group. However, all peoples have the right to self-governance through a democratic process. If that is a political statement, then we are a self-funded political group. If you believe in the democratic process and sending all would be dictators packing, then you are one of us! Who started the Palm Republic? Our Grand Potentate and Secretary of State is a former Mayor of the Isle of Palms, Jimmy “White Beard” Carroll. Jimmy, along with our Grand Ruler of all Seas less than one fathom and Attorney General, Blair “Gray Beard” Hahn organized the Palm Republic after it became clear in 2022 that our elected officials needed gentle prodding to stand up to the constitutional abuses of our State government. Since that time, Jimmy and Blair have been joined by many like-minded individuals to protect all peoples from governmental tyranny. Can I travel on my Palm Republic passport or Green Card? Seriously?? Put your rhum drink down and think about it. The Palm Republic motto is “Gravissima Fabula est Negotia”. What does that mean? It is written in Latin and translates to “Play is Very Serious Business.”

10/08/2024

The Isle of Palms City Council special election is upon us and the public deserves to hear what the candidates have to say. Check out our 2024 Isle of Palms City Council Debate here: https://www.thepalmrepublic.org/palm-republic-radio

06/04/2024

Parking and public safety continue to remain a top priority for our island.

03/06/2024

Palm Republic’s men’s soccer team had their first game tonight with a 4-1 win.

02/26/2024

The legality of seawalls on beachfront Isle Of Palms homes has been a hot topic recently on the island. Join us for this special edition of Palm Republic Radio as we discuss the issue. https://www.thepalmrepublic.org/palm-republic-radio

12/20/2023

We love where we live! Happy Holidays from all of us at The Palm Republic! https://www.thepalmrepublic.org/palm-republic-radio

12/01/2023

The holiday season is upon us. Join us this week as we discuss the Chamber Of Commerce lights and day parking. https://www.thepalmrepublic.org/palm-republic-radio

11/20/2023

Happy Thanksgiving from The Palm Republic! https://www.thepalmrepublic.org/palm-republic-radio

11/03/2023

The past and present Isle Of Palms Mayors are sharing their thoughts on the upcoming Short Term Rental Referendum vote.

10/29/2023

Happy Halloween from The Palm Republic! https://www.thepalmrepublic.org/palm-republic-radio

10/27/2023

Before you cast your vote regarding the Isle Of Palms Short Term Rental Referendum, listen to what the candidates for Folly Beach had to say regarding the recent passing of a similar referendum in their city.

10/26/2023

Compromise is needed on Isle Of Palms.

10/24/2023

Are you confused by the short term rental referendum on Isle Of Palms? Join us on this week's Palm Republic Radio as we discuss our reasons for voting against it.

10/21/2023

Election Day is only a few weeks away on Isle Of Palms. Join us this week as we talk to Kevin Popson on why he is running for re election to Isle Of Palms City Council. https://www.thepalmrepublic.org/palm-republic-radio

10/18/2023

It's another exciting week here at the Palm Republic! Join us this week as we compare Folly Beach CAPS to the Isle Of Palms with Realtor Rita Lamar.

10/14/2023

The election season is heating up on Isle Of Palms. Join us this week as we talk to Ashley Carroll about why she is running for Isle Of Palms City Council. https://www.thepalmrepublic.org/palm-republic-radio

10/12/2023

The issues are piling up on Isle Of Palms. Join us on this week's Palm Republic Radio for all the details:

10/03/2023

There are 34 days until the election on Isle Of Palms. Are you ready? Check out this week's Palm Republic Radio for more information. https://www.thepalmrepublic.org/palm-republic-radio

09/27/2023

Isle Of Palms politics is in a sad state of affairs. Join us this week as we discuss the public comments made regarding the Short Term Rental Referendum at the recent City Council meeting.

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