Jim Clyburn – Representative from South Carolina, 2028 Presidential Election 2028 Candidate

Jim Clyburn

DEMOCRATREPRESENTATIVESouth Carolina
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Representative from South Carolina

House

Born in Sumter, South Carolina. South Carolina State University graduate. Civil rights activist who was jailed during the movement in the 1960s. His endorsement of Joe Biden in the 2020 South Carolina primary is credited with reviving Biden's campaign. Widower of Emily England Clyburn; three daughters.

Policy Focus

Civil Rights

Civil RightsHealthcareEconomy

Policy Positions

Civil RightsRestore the Voting Rights Act, fight systemic racism and inequality
HealthcareExpand ACA in southern states, close the Medicaid coverage gap
EconomyInvest in rural communities, fight poverty in the South

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Career Timeline

1961Participated in civil rights sit-ins and marches, was jailed
1993Elected to U.S. House from South Carolina's 6th District
2007Became House Majority Whip
2020Endorsement of Joe Biden revived his presidential campaign
2023Became Assistant Democratic Leader emeritus
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