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Dr. Annie Andrews

Sumter Solicitor

Lester M. “Gill” Bell Jr.

Brandon Brown

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Andrew Clough

House of Representative District 67

Lisa Richards Davey&nbsp;

Mallory Dittmer

S.C. Superintendent of Education

Lisa Ellis

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Dr. Jermaine Johnson

Mullins McLeod

Sylvia Wright

Billy Webster

Kyle Freeman

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<h2>Lisa Ellis</h2>Lisa hopes that others will&nbsp;realize the power of their voice and fight for this wonderful profession. More&nbsp;importantly, she hopes those who have the power to effect change will listen to&nbsp;teachers and choose what is best for children in SC.

<h2>Don't Wait Til You Get To The Ballot Box</h2>Follow the link below to see the list of candidates running in 2026 for office in Sumter County, South Carolina &amp; U.S. Congress.

<h2>Check Your Voter Registration Here</h2>Anyone who has not participated in an election or not made an update to their registration record since November 2020 (about five percent of the state’s registered voters) will receive voter confirmation cards. Voters who receive this card must confirm their registration status within 90 days will be made inactive.

<h2>Rep. Jermaine Johnson </h2>Dr. Jermanine Johnson delivers the Democratic response to Governor Henry McMaster’s State of the State address.

<h2>Chair Christale Spain</h2>Ahead of Governor Henry McMaster’s Final State of the State Address tonight

<h2>Every closure and how long it lasted</h2>The US government has had 20 funding gaps, resulting in 10 shutdowns since 1976, the longest lasting 35 days.

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<h2>The Sumter County Democratic Party </h2>Sumter County is proudly 1 of the BLUEST counties in South Carolina! We are a very active bunch that cares greatly about our community and our State!This group is open to other DEMOCRATS and like minded folks. This is NOT a debating group, there are more than enough of them out there. This is our home to share information and events as we work together to improve our community and state!

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<h2>Do you know what Democrats are running for office in Sumter?</h2>Here you can research candidates running for office to server Sumter County. Being an informed citizen is essential for meaningful participation in democracy. Understanding the policies, values, and track records of candidates allows voters to make deliberate decisions that align with their beliefs and priorities. This ensures that elected officials represent the true will of the people, hold accountability for their actions, and address the issues that matter most to their constituents. An informed electorate strengthens governance and fosters a more just and effective society.

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Our Sumter County Senate Officials

Kershaw, Lee, Richland &amp; Sumter Counties

(D) SEnator district 35

Senator Jeffrey Graham

Chesterfield, Darlington, Lee, Marlboro &amp; Sumter Counties

(R) Senator District 29

Senator JD Chaplin

Calhoun, Clarendon, Orangeburg &amp; Sumter Counties

(r) senator district 36

Senator Jeff Zell

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Sumter County House Delegation

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Representative Keishan Scott

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Representative J. David Weeks

(r) house District 64

Representative Fawn M. Pedalino

(r) house District 67

Representative G. Murrell Smith, Jr.

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