October 7, 2014 — U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn, who represents the Sixth Congressional District in South Carolina, spoke to our Club this week. Clyburn, as Assistant Democratic Leader in Congress, is the third ranking Democrat in the House of Representatives. Clyburn began serving in Congress in 1993, after winning more than 50% of the popular vote despite being part of a field of 5 candidates. Since then, he has held a number of important positions in national politics, including Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus, Chair of the Democratic Caucus, and House Majority Whip. Continue reading “U.S. Congressman James Clyburn”
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