Rep. Bill Clyburn Announces He Will Seek Reelection

Описание: S.C. Rep. Bill Clyburn, D-Aiken, said at the start of the session that he would not seek reelection to the District 82 seat he’s held since 1994. Clyburn, 84, cited the needs of his family, especially his wife of 62 years in his decision not to run again.

Beverly Clyburn, was a mother of three, an educator and Aiken City Councilwoman from 1988 to 2011 among many other commitments. She died on Jan. 30. Tuesday marked Rep. Clyburn’s first day back in the House since his wife’s death and while thanking members of his delegation and the chamber for their support he made a surprise announcement.

“You have made me assured that I don’t have to travel this path alone—you’re here with me,” Clyburn said. “I don’t know very much what else to do other than to be a part of this family, so I have told my delegation that I’m going to run for reelection.”

Clyburn received a bipartisan standing ovation.



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