SC Democrat for governor makes first post-primary pitch to voters

The day after SC Republicans selected their nominee for governor, the Democratic candidate shifted focus to November.

By: Jessica Holdman

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: June 24, 2026

Words: 588

Last Updated: 4 weeks, 1 day ago

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COLUMBIA — A day after Republicans selected their choice for governor, the Democrat in the race asked South Carolinians to shift their focus to November.

State Rep. Jermaine Johnson of Hopkins made his first public post-primary pitch to Palmetto State voters Wednesday, as he prepares to take on Attorney General Alan Wilson in the general election.

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