James Emerson Smith in 2018 SC Governor's race


On Civil Rights: History of supporting LGBTQ rights earned their endorsement

The state's LGBTQ rights organization, SC Equality, announced that its political arm, SC Equality PAC, has endorsed James Smith for Governor. A long-time champion for LGBTQ equality in the SC House, Smith has been outspoken vocal supporter and advocate for SC Equality. He recognizes that all South Carolinians deserve the same rights in our state and understands the critical need for legislation protecting LGBTQ South Carolinians in the workplace, housing and public accommodations.
Source: EqualMeansEveryone.org on 2018 South Carolina Governor race May 30, 2018

On Education: Led fight against vouchers

Smith was key in defeating GOP proposals to use state funds to help parents pay private school tuition. Before his 2007 deployment, Smith got leave to fly back to Columbia, energizing the opposition a day after private school choice advocates thought they had the votes on an issue that divided Republicans. Legislators then approved a public school choice plan.
Source: US News & World Report on 2018 South Carolina Governor race Oct 2, 2017

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