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Fifteen different progressive organizations in South Carolina are sponsoring an annual conference to address particular needs in the state.

Called “Ties That Bind,” the conference is scheduled for Saturday, Jan 8 at the South Carolina Education Association (SCEA) building in Columbia. The three-hour event begins at 10 a.m.

A problematic state budget that could underfund particular areas of need is the subject of this second annual event.  South Carolina is projected to have a $1 billion deficit in 2011, which could result in additional layoffs of teachers, firefighters and police officers, as well as underfunding of many needed programs, including health care and transportation.

Read more about the event and how to register for free attendance by clicking here.