Kent M. Williams Explained

Kent M. Williams
State Senate:	South Carolina
State:	South Carolina
District:	30th
Term Start:	2004
Succeeded:	Incumbent
Birth Date:	15 September 1960
Birth Place:	Marion, South Carolina
Party:	Democratic
Predecessor:	Maggie Wallace Glover
Education:	Florence–Darlington Technical College (AS) South Carolina State University (BS)

Kent M. Williams (born September 15, 1960) is a Democratic member of the South Carolina Senate, representing the 30th District (Dillon, Florence, Horry, Marion, and Marlboro Counties) since 2004.^[1]

Political career

S.C. Senate

Elections

2016 election

Williams defeated Patrick Richardson in the Democratic primary, and went on to win the uncontested general election in 2016.^[2]

2020 election

In 2020, Williams defeated Patrick Richardson in the Democratic primary, and was reelected to the District 30 seat.

2024 election

In 2024, Republican Mayor of Marion Rodney Berry will challenge Williams for his Senate seat.^[3]

External links

• South Carolina Legislature - Senator Kent M. Williams – official SC Senate website
• Project Vote Smart - Senator Kent M. Williams (SC) profile
• Follow the Money – Kent M. Williams
  • 2006 2004 campaign contributions

Notes and References

1. Web site: South Carolina Legislature Online - Member Biography . 2024-04-23 . www.scstatehouse.gov.
2. Web site: [e-mail] . NAEEM MCFADDEN Marion Star & Mullins Enterprise . 2016-06-14 . Williams wins big in bid for fourth term in SC Senate 30 seat . 2024-04-23 . SCNow . en.
3. Web site: Reports . Staff . 2024-04-03 . Here are the candidates seeking office in Horry and Georgetown counties . 2024-04-23 . Post and Courier . en.