Current Position: US Senator since 2018
Affiliation: Republican
Candidate: 2022 Governor
Former Positions: Lt. Governor from 2015 – 2017; Attorney General from 2003 – 2011; United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina from 1981 – 1985

McMaster worked for U.S. senator Strom Thurmond, both in private practice and as a federal prosecutor. Appointed United States attorney for the District of South Carolina by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, he gained attention for investigating South Carolina marijuana smugglers in Operation Jackpot.

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I’m proud to sign on to an amicus brief, led by @henrymcmaster, urging the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade & restore the authority of states to protect the lives of unborn children. #alpolitics

Governor McMaster Media Avail 07/28/21

Governor Henry McMaster took office on January 24, 2017, upon the resignation of Nikki Haley, and was elected to a full term in his own right in 2018, with 54% of the vote. He is running for re-election for a second full term.

Democratic challengers who announced their campaigns included Former U.S. Representative Joe Cunningham; South Carolina State Senator Mia McLeod; and health care and social justice advocate Gary Votour. Votour switched to the Labor Party in February. Joe Cunningham won the Democratic nomination.

Source: Wikipedia

Current Position: Lawyer of SC District 1
Affiliation: Democrat
Candidate: 2023 Governor
Former Positions: US Representative for District 1 from 2019 – 2021; Engineser

Joe currently serves on the House Natural Resources Committee and the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee. The Committee on Natural Resources oversees federal conservation programs, establishes renewable energy sources, and critically to the Lowcountry, monitors offshore oil and gas development. The Lowcountry’s vibrant natural resources are vital to its economy and way of life, and Joe is proud to use his seat at the table to work to protect them.

South Carolina’s First Congressional District has the highest amount of veterans in the state of South Carolina. Joe is honored to serve on the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee and ensure Lowcountry veterans and their families receive the best and most reliable care, services, and benefits.

Source: Government page

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