Three candidates are running for South Carolina House District 93. Here’s a look at them
By Anna Wilder,
2 days ago
The state House District 93 race features Republican nominee Krista Hassell of Orangeburg County, Democratic nominee Jerry Govan of Orangeburg County and Workers party nominee Harold Geddings of Calhoun County.
State Rep. Russell Ott, who currently holds this seat, is running for state Senate.
Krista Hassell
Krista Hassell
Name: Krista Hassell
Party: Republican
Age: 52
Occupation: Small business owner at Above Grade Services LLC
Education: University of South Carolina, paralegal studies
Political or civic experience: Currently enrolled in political science program
I’m running for the South Carolina Legislature to bring strong, principled and transparent representation rooted in faith, family and freedom to District 93. I believe in holding government accountable, standing boldly for the values that shape our great state and serving with courage to ensure a brighter future for our community and the State of South Carolina. My promise to the citizens of District 93 is to bring their voices to the statehouse, always putting their needs first.
If elected, what would your two or three priorities be during the next Legislative session?
Fiscal responsibility by scrutinizing the state’s budget to ensure that our tax dollars are being utilized correctly. Tax reform to ensure that the citizens of South Carolina keep more of their hard-earned money. Upholding our state constitution to ensure that our freedoms are not compromised.
Why should voters in District 93 vote for you? What makes you different?
We must stand up and stand out against the nepotism and cronyism that plague our governing bodies. I will not allow myself to be embodied in corruption. I stand for ‘we the people.’ I am unbought and unbossed, committed to answering only to the people of District 93. I vow to be the change we need and the voice the citizens deserve. I promise to be available and approachable to my constituents at all times, not just during the legislative session. I believe in true servantry and the sacrifices I will make while in representing District 93 are small compared to the joy of seeing our communities and our people thrive.
Harold Geddings
Harold Geddings
Name: Harold Geddings
Party: Workers
Age: 46
Occupation/place of employment: Delivery driver
Education: University of South Carolina-Upstate
Political or civic experience: Lifelong political and labor activist
For too long, the voice of the South Carolina worker has gone unheard and unneeded in the halls of the General Assembly. I’m running to change that.
If elected, what would your two or three priorities be during the next Legislative session?
1) Fix our roads.
2) Fund our schools.
3) Pay us what we’re worth!
Why should voters in District 93 vote for you? What makes you different?
I understand the working class because I am working class. You can’t solve 21st century problems by re-electing the 20th century politicians that created them! It’s time to move beyond “Red vs. Blue” and work together to move forward.
Jerry Govan
Jerry Govan
Name: Jerry Govan
Party: Democratic
Age: 66
Occupation/place of employment: Self-employed: The Govan Agency LLC, specializing in insurance & consulting services
Education: Bachelor of Arts in political science, Master of Arts in teaching, educational specialist in leadership administration and Honorary Doctor of Divinity.
Political or civic experience: I am a retired educator with professional work experience with several state, federal and local agencies. I previously served in the South Carolina House as Representative for House District 95 but was drawn out of my district. During my previous tenure in the South Carolina House, I rose to the rank of second in seniority, and ranking member of several committees including Education, Public Safety, Early Childhood, House Judiciary, General Laws, Medical, Military & Municipal Affairs, Rules, and State House to name a few.
I am running because I strongly believe that my experience, background and education, better positions me to represent the important economic, local concerns and interests of the new district based upon the growth and development that is about to happen.
If elected, what would your two or three priorities be during the next legislative session?
To improve the lives of the citizens of Orangeburg, Calhoun and Lexington counties through the expansion of better opportunities in 1) education; 2) smart economic development and job growth; and 3) improve the overall quality of life through better affordable housing and healthcare.
Why should voters in District 93 vote for you? What makes you different?
My years of experience, knowledge of the process and track record of effectively working across partisan political lines to get important legislation passed that has been of benefit to the citizens of South Carolina, including First Steps, financial literacy, school safety, support of K-12 and higher education and small business background hopefully will make me a favorable choice for voters.
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