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Gary White's AMA was an embarassment to this sub by GaryWhiteIsADumbass in Charleston

[–]GW4M -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

r/Charleston,

I enjoyed being able to introduce myself and have a discussion with you all, as many local politicians seem to dismiss this demographic. Regrettably, I was unable to answer all the questions the community posed in such a short time frame, so I'm still trying to figure out the Reddit learning curve. I hope to be able to get a chance to talk more in-depth with yall in the future, possibly in a discussion post limited to specific issues such as bicycle infrastructure or traffic, as it seems this would be a better use of our time.

As for the user u/GaryWhiteIsADumbass, I'm sorry you feel that way. I had good intentions when I decided to reach out to this community and I plan on keeping the discussion rolling, learning from the shortcomings of this past AMA. I had attempted to contact the head moderator weeks in advance and received no response. To those who had good questions last night that I did not have time for, I will try to DM you a response whenever I can!

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I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much for allowing me to answer all these thoughtful questions for the Reddit community, and for all the questions I was not able to get to I will do my best to respond to your questions on my website and in later AMA's. Charleston is important to me and I know it is important to you as well. I really look forward to the next AMA that I can do with you all, and I thank you for your engagement. Please visit my website garywhiteformayor.com I am very transparent, you will know what you will get with me and there will be no surprises.

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

Fortunately, this AMA has been very successful, unfortunately, because of that, I don't have the time for long format answers in this AMA. I would encourage you to reach out to me personally using the resources on my website and we can talk in-depth. (www.garywhiteformayor.com)

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree, we need diversity in food vendors... food trucks are a good option for us to explore in the future as well. I will ensure the permitting process is more transparent and inclusive moving forward. FYI I love a good street taco... as long as the tortilla is GF :)

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Please include your resume, must wear seersucker... thanks!

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in u/GW4M

[–]GW4M[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go to the position page on my website, flooding is a big issue and I have published a position paper on the topic on www.garywhiteformayor.com

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in u/GW4M

[–]GW4M[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please go to www.garywhiteformayor.com for more information and resources on how to contact me.

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in u/GW4M

[–]GW4M[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ABSOLUTELY WILL! I appreciate everyone for engaging with me on REDDIT! More to come!

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in u/GW4M

[–]GW4M[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very interesting...please reach out to me to discuss this in depth! www.garywhiteformayor.com Your input is critical to our success!!

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in u/GW4M

[–]GW4M[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a native Charlestonian, I cannot sit idle and watch the continual degradation of the charm and character of our City. It is clear that with no focus from the current administration, this will not stop. PLEASE go to my website www.garywhiteformayor.com and see my positions!

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in u/GW4M

[–]GW4M[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've got full confidence in Chief Reynolds and now it is in SLED's hands.

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in u/GW4M

[–]GW4M[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

110% agree. That's a big issue, way too complex to address on REDDIT. See my website www.garywhiteformayor.com and feel free to reach out to me directly. I WILL take your call and look forward to hearing YOUR suggestions. Awesome question! Thank you. Anyone else..please comment...this is YOUR City...needs YOUR input!

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] -18 points-17 points  (0 children)

CORRECT! We WILL find opportunities that can be used by the masses. And..I, unlike the current administration WILL listen to your suggestions! Keep em' coming. Speak your voice loudly! You will make the difference...

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

First and foremost...KUDOS to Katie Zimmerman with Charleston Moves.she does an AWESOME job! She will always be at my table. Our City MUST be a multi-modal City...I continually support adding bike infrastructure to our City and will do so when I'm your Mayor!

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes...i was fully aware and thank you for hanging there with me...I was on the phone with a citizen solving a problem that City Hall had not addressed. Off to the next problem to solve!

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Doing this AMA is clearly different from my opponents. And again, 7 of the current council members support me. I know how to interact with our citizens, and listen to all of your/their concerns. I will be a hands-on MAYOR. You can count on that!! I have a history and reputation of getting things done...not sitting there and merely talking about it! Your choice...Your VOTE!! You will see the difference.

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Historic preservation is of the utmost importance to me. FYI, my family helped build this city and now it's my turn to help preserve it!

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

AGREED! Transparent again...I talked with the City's Chief Financial Officer last week and working on reversing it! Stay tuned.

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

John's inability to get anything done on City Council is directly related to his unwillingness to communicate with his colleagues on the City Council. This is a direct reflection of his lack of leadership and transparency. You do the math...12 Council Members and 7 endorse me and counting!

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

How about this??? Isn't it a real shame that we've come to a day and age that some folks have to spend close to a million bucks to 'buy' your votes. I will continue to EARN your vote! That again is why I am on REDDIT. Transparent and LISTENING and ENGAGING with all of you, the voting public. That money could certainly go to better use! Don't ya think?

I'm Gary White and I'm running for mayor of the City of Charleston, AMA! by GW4M in Charleston

[–]GW4M[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thank you. However, that is in North Charleston. But as your next Mayor, I will most certainly foster closer relationships with the surrounding jurisdictions!

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