Political Leadership

In this section find South Carolinians who served in leadership roles that helped shape policies and bring change.

Pinckney, Charles | South Carolina Public Radio

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"P" is for Pinckney, Charles [1757-1784]. Planter, legislator, governor, statesman. In 1779, Pinckney began his public service as a member of the General Assembly. During the Revolution he...
Rivers, Lucius Mendel | South Carolina Public Radio

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“R” is for Rivers, Lucius Mendel [1905-1970]. Congressman. Rivers successfully passed the bar exam by reading law. In 1933 he was elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives and served...
Mark Sanford, Part 2 | Sea Change

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Part 2 of the interview. Congressman Mark Sanford represents South Carolina's First District which includes the coastal cities of Charleston, Beaufort, Hilton Head and many smaller sea island...
Mark Sanford, Part 1 | Sea Change

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Congressman Mark Sanford represents South Carolina's First District which includes the coastal cities of Charleston, Beaufort, Hilton Head and many smaller sea island communities. This is his full...