"We must cut taxes across the board so small businesses can grow and jobs can be created," Wilson said.
During his 15-minute speech, Wilson praised President Barack Obama for sending more troops to Afghanistan, citing the attempted bombing Christmas Day of a commercial jetliner bound for Detroit as proof that America must remain vigilant in its defense.
"There are terrorists and jihadists that want to kill as many Americans as they can," Wilson said. "They are virtual kamikazes. I'm very grateful that we will now have reforms in place to prevent something like that from occurring again."
Wilson also trumpeted energy independence and exploration of all sources of renewable and alternative fuel sources.
Wilson is expected to make similar appearances todayin Columbia and Orangeburg.