2026 Candidates
Flip the Future
For the first time in decades, there is a Democrat on every State House and State Constitutional Office ballot. We want you to know each and every one of them.
State House Candidates listed by amount of precincts in Laurens County.
State House District 14
Michanna Tate is a Democratic candidate for the South Carolina House of Representatives, District 14. She is an attorney and the Managing Attorney of Access Law LLC in Laurens. Tate is a native of the Upstate and a resident of Laurens. She entered the race emphasizing community service and listening to residents of the district.
State House District 42
Robert L. Williams brings a dedicated focus on restoring trust and creating meaningful opportunities. We believe in a community-driven approach that prioritizes veterans, supports local job creation, and ensures every voice is heard. Our commitment is to build a District 42 where progress is measured by the well-being of our neighbors.
State House District 16
Lynn Ramirez is a community volunteer and lifelong learner with experience in health care, education, business, finance, ministry, athletics, and community service. Throughout her career, she has worked in a variety of roles, including dental hygienist, realtor, consultant, educator, and collegiate coach. She has pursued post-graduate studies in biochemistry and nutrition and has been active in beekeeping, gardening, and grief counseling. Ramirez has received a Congressional Commendation for Community Service, been recognized as a Jaycees Community Volunteer of the Year, and has served as an HOA president.
State House District 11
Jessica Beasley is a Democratic candidate for the South Carolina House of Representatives, District 11. She is running against Republican incumbent Craig Gagnon in the 2026 election. Beasley’s campaign describes her as a community-focused candidate running to improve opportunities for families in the district. Her campaign emphasizes her connection to the area and a desire to address challenges facing rural South Carolina communities.
State House District 13
C. Rauch Wise is a Greenwood, South Carolina attorney specializing in criminal defense and appellate law. A graduate of Wofford College and the University of South Carolina School of Law, he has practiced law for decades after being admitted to the South Carolina Bar in 1969. In 2026, Wise became the Democratic nominee for South Carolina House District 13. His campaign emphasizes public service and bringing his extensive legal experience to state government.