Matthew Richardson's 'no pay' pledge genuine

The Democratic candidate for South Carolina's Attorney General position is genuine about not accepting a paycheck until he sees people back on their feet again in the state.

Matthew Richardson has put out an ad and a pledge to voters in the state saying just that.



In the November 8th edition of Time magazine, Frank Luntz talks about why some political ads work, but most don't. Specifically, he mentions people's attitude toward candidates' "sacrificing" themselves if the average person has to. Richardson tries to show he can follow the walk with some talk.

For Richardson to put a pledge out to voters shows just how genuine he is. Furthermore, a conversation between him and I revealed he's actually become upset with the criticisms received of being "elitist" when discussing not receiving a paycheck.

I don't get why people would even do such a thing. If they want a public servant to "sacrifice" as others are doing, what better way to show it by not paying himself with taxpayer dollars.

He also was quick to note the press not holding him to the issue. It seems the media doesn't take him seriously or just wants to avoid the topic.

I can tell you Matthew Richardson is not being fake. He's a family man, a father and a compassionate individual. If he says it, you can pretty much trust it to the bank. Plus, he's serious about his work and feels public service should come first over anything, politics and money included.

Current AG Henry McMaster has embarrassed this state. Potential AG Republican Alan Wilson comes from embarrassment. Richardson has straight talk behind him.

It's time we have someone who values this state and its people more so a paycheck.