TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR COMMUNITY
The Statesman William (Bill) Clyburn Timeline
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Bill Clyburn began this journey as a stateman in Aiken, South Carolina, in February 1971 when we got elected as precinct officers. He was elected Executive Committeeman, and I was elected President of Aiken Precinct #4. With our commitment to the task and the help of the people in the community, we developed that precinct into one of the top-performing precincts in voter turnout in Aiken.
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In 1973, Bill was elected to the Aiken City Council in an at-large election. He served in that office with distinction and dedication from 1973 to 1981.
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Bill was then elected to the Aiken City Council, where he served from 1981 to 1986 with the same degree of dedication he is known for, that serves the people.
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In 1986, South Carolina Governor Richard Riley appointed him to serve on the South Carolina Workers Compensation Commission. This commission has statewide jurisdiction. He served in the position from 1986 to 1994.
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Bill was elected to the South Carolina House of Representative District 82 in 1995. The district covers a portion of Aiken, Edgefield, and Saluda Counties. He has served this district in an honorable manner from 1995 to the present. The people of the community are pleased with his service.
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Through Bill's leadership, $500,000.00 has been awarded to the counties under the Rural Infrastructure Authority, $250,000.00 to the African American Art and Culture Center, and $6,000,000.00 to Rural Health Center.
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The South Carolina General Assembly presented Bill with an award for his idea of placing reflectors in the center of rural streets and roads. This suggestion saves lives and SCDOT over $4,000,000.00 annually.
This community needs Bill Clyburn in the General Assembly!! He is willing to serve, so please join us in the June 14, 2022, primary election. VOTE FOR A PROVEN AND TRUSTED LEADER, VOTE FOR WILLIAM (BILL) CLYBURN!!
Richard Johnson, Jr.
Representative Clyburn is a man of integrity. He stands up for the common person. He tackles the issues by supporting economic development and being the voice for the community. He is motivated by Passion, commitment, and willingness to go the distance to meet the needs of his constituents. As a dedicated servant, Representative Clyburn is a man of courage and conviction.
Saluda County Councilman J. Frank Daniel
I have known State Rep William “Bill” Clyburn for 57 years and worked with him as an Assistant Football Coach at Schofield School and Assistant Principal at Aiken High School. Our Children grew up together with many fond memories. He has been a leader, having served on Aiken City Council, Aiken County Council, the South Carolina Workman’s Compensation Commission, and is currently Vice Chairman of the Aiken County Legislative Delegation and serving in the SC House of Representative representing District 82 on the SC Ways & Means Committee-a position that is difficult to acquire. He is a Christian Man of many talents, but he is also fighting daily for health care, affordable housing, criminal justice reform, improved infrastructure, and ensuring that citizens are paid a living wage in District 82 and the State of SC.
I am William Price, and on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 -- I will cast my vote for Bill Clyburn, and I hope you will also.
My name is Gail Bush Diggs, and I am a member of the Aiken City Council. I am in my third term as the representative for District One. Bill Clyburn is not only my neighbor but also my friend, mentor, and confidant. He loves his community, and it shows. Bill is not a stranger and shows up in support of events through District 82, where he is known and respected. His peers in Columbia see him as a trusted public servant and a voice for the voiceless and appointed him to be a lead on the powerful House Ways & Means Committee. Bill has continued to advocate for education and healthcare and make sure that residents in District One have access to affordable, accessible, and quality primary care and do not have to choose between buying food or a doctor's visit! Bill listens to his constituents and does everything in his power to ensure that their concerns are addressed. We need him in Columbia & especially in District 82!
Gail B. Diggs, Member Aiken City Council District One
William “Bill” Clyburn is a compassionate and caring individual who believes in access to quality health care for all regardless of their ability to pay. His compassion is demonstrated every day as he advocates for the less fortunate from the State House to his local district in Aiken. Mr. Clyburn has exceeded expectations in his efforts to ensure that the citizens of Aiken have access to COVID testing and vaccination. In addition, Mr. Clyburn frequently travels to remote, medically underserved areas in his district to meet with citizens to hear their concerns regarding the need for accessible health care in their local communities. He doesn’t only listen, but he also takes action to get their concerns to the proper entities and individuals that can assist in bringing about change.
Carolyn Emanuel-McClain, CEO Rural Health Services, Inc. Aiken, SC