Grace talks with Steve Evered, a write-in candidate running for South Carolina State Senate District 12 in a rare December special election. Evered explains why he came out of retirement to run, the unusual circumstances surrounding the open seat, and the challenges of mobilizing voters just days before Christmas. The conversation dives into key Upstate issues like infrastructure, roads, growth, energy, and responsible governance, while drawing sharp contrasts between Evered’s problem-solving approach and the Freedom Caucus politics of his opponent. It’s a timely discussion about civic engagement, moderation, and what’s at stake in low-turnout special elections in South Carolina.