Charleston and his dental practice. But in 1980, with a weakened President Jimmy
Carter in the White House and another presidential election heating up, Jim was once again anxious to get involved in the political process. He had already encour- aged me to run for Congress and he and I, along with Sen. Strom Turmond, pledged our support to former Texas Gov. John Connolly in the Republican primary. His opponents were Ronald Reagan, George H. W. Bush and Sen. Howard Baker. We quickly got behind the winner of the primary,
Reagan, who became Jim’s idol. Turmond was able to convince Reagan to appoint Jim as secretary of energy. Serving in Reagan’s cabinet was a wonderful experience
for Jim, but it also taught him about bloated bureaucra- cies, which was very frustrating and disappointing. He realized that it would take more than one person to change the direction and rampant growth of the federal government. It was an enjoyable but eye-opening experience for Jim, who dealt firsthand with the problems of a government so out of touch with his thinking and his dreams and hopes for America. When Jim left Washington, he was
approached by state leaders about becoming president of the Medical University of
South Carolina. It was a perfect fit for Jim, and he took to his new job like a duck to water. During his tenure at MUSC, the school became one of America’s leading medical universities. Tough he enjoyed his time as a public servant, when
he retired, Jim was finally able to go back to the things he loved most: spending time with his family; his “farm,” Limerick Plantation; hunting and fishing; and resting in his beautiful home in “Hungryneck.” But he still helped others at every opportunity. Jim Edwards never sought fame and notoriety – they sought him. Everything he did, he did to the fullest. His love for his God, his family, his country and his friends were foremost with him. I cannot say that the world is a better place because of Jim Edwards, but I can say without reservation that the lives of the people he touched and loved are better because of him.
Karen Loftis Powell - Where have they gone? I met Gov. Edwards once and found him to be absolutely kind and humble. Last of a stand-up breed!
Patrick Larkin Hill - I was working in Sen. Thurmond’s office in Washington in January 1981 as a page. It was a Saturday, and the senator asked me to get Gov. Edwards on the phone. Seems the new president pro tem of the U.S. Senate needed to talk to Edwards about confirmation. He had a smile in his voice. I put him on hold and told the senator, “Senator, the governor is on the line.” Awesome day for a 17-year-old.
Melanie Thomas - The kindest, nicest, most thoughtful man.
Bob Hammes - Wonderful and kind man! Heart of gold!
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