From pediatrics to politics: Charleston doctor looks to challenge Lindsey Graham
Dr. Annie Andrews wants to win the Democratic primary for South Carolina’s U.S. Senate open seat so she can take on Graham, a Republican.
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Tag: Senate
New tobacco products could evade SC cigarette regulations
Health advocates worry about another smoking epidemic.
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Advocates press lawmakers for reproductive healthcare rights
Reproductive Health Advocacy day recently brought people together to lobby legislators about reproductive healthcare.
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SC legislators aim to fund private education — without violating constitution
An education scholarship bill is bouncing between the S.C. Senate and House of Representatives.
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Clemson Extension would use budget increase to improve research
Matt Holt represented Clemson Extension at its annual budget hearing before state lawmakers.
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As SC conservatives push more abortion restrictions, reproductive healthcare faces uncertain future
Recent elections have given Republican lawmakers more power in the legislatures, potentially clearing a path for more restrictive abortion laws.
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SC’s 3rd-party candidates hope to gain traction, affect policies
During a contentious election year, third-party candidates are working to make headway in a bipartisan system.
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Columbians weigh in on bill restricting transgender youth care
A bill restricting gender-affirming health care for transgender youth is working its way through the S.C. Legislature.
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South Carolina women struggle to get seat at table in Legislature
Women make up more than half of South Carolina’s population, but they only make up about 14% of the Legislature.
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SC lawmakers discussing new gun legislation to curb violence
The South Carolina General Assembly is considering passing four gun bills that would restrict access to weapons for some but increase it for others.
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Senate advances gender-identity bills
A Senate Medical Affairs subcommittee heard public testimony on two gender-identity bills.
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Senate hears testimony on gender identity bills
The Senate Medical Affairs Committee invited several speakers to testify on two gender identity bills.
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