Vote for Clemson Turregano for SC House 33 on November 3!
Why I'm Running
First and foremost, I want to serve others in a new way.
I have served my country. And, as a small business owner, I currently serve people who want to learn how to be leaders.
When I look at the 33rd District, I see a wonderful place that needs stronger leadership at the state level. It is one of the few districts with no incorporated areas. But it is also one of the most beautiful districts and because of its residents, it has a lot of potential. District 33 includes the communities of: Glendale, Pacolet, Clifton, Cross Anchor, Enoree, Moore, Roebuck and Camp Croft.
Sadly, Conservative Columbia is focused on taking away women’s freedoms and pushing extreme ideas of “personal liberty” that put many people at risk.
Democracy is defined by “We the People,” not “We the Party” or “We the Caucus.” The Republican Party and the S.C. House Freedom Caucus are not listening to the people they serve and, because of gerrymandering, they are not being held accountable.
Democracy demands an opposing voice. When we hold each other accountable, everyone has the best chance of being heard.
During my Army service, I spent time in Afghanistan, in the Balkans, in Iraq, and in Egypt. In each of those places, one group seized power and used it to serve themselves and deprive others of their rights. I won’t stand by while it happens here in South Carolina.
Caring for others is the most important task a leader is entrusted with — in South Carolina or anywhere.
Responsible Growth for Spartanburg
As an Army officer, West Point professor, and small business owner, my career has been about developing leaders and solving wicked problems.
I'm running because I'm tired of South Carolina being at the bottom of lists nobody wants to be on. With OneSpartanburg's success, we should be moving UP those lists.
My plan for a Free, Smart, Strong South Carolina is all about responsible growth and that starts in District 33.
FREE reflects responsible growth through public participation and transparency to enhance business development.
The penny tax shows this works. Strategically plan, engage people, build trust, and support follows. That's how we responsibly earn the trust fueling responsible growth.
SMART means investing in education, not defunding public schools. There's no private school in Enoree or Cross Anchor. A voucher won't create one.
Instead, let's use that money to strengthen technical education, workforce readiness, and collaboration between parents and teachers, always putting students first.
STRONG means focusing responsible growth to Southern Spartanburg County.
I’m action oriented and will serve as Southern Spartanburg County's ambassador for economic development.
That is why I will propose the Rural Opportunity and Investment Act.
This legislation enables business partnerships with OneSpartanburg, incentivizes and set conditions for turn key business opportunities, provides legislation for a scenic byway designation for Highway 56, and most important, helps the county aggressively and strategically plan for and sustain businesses in Southern Spartanburg County.
Responsible growth goes beyond just business -- it requires investment in people. And this is why my proposed Rural Health Access and Guarantee bill will be so important.
This bill would help us develop urgent care facilities in Camp Croft, Pauline, Cross Anchor, and Enoree. This will improve the lives of citizens near data centers and also very rural areas. We will also focus on Childcare, eldercare, transportation, and education. As a recent Chamber survey stated, these aren't just social services. They're business infrastructure.
There's a lot of business waiting to happen in Southern Spartanburg County. It's time we made it happen. I look forward to leading that effort.
If you want the same old, same old, I'm not your candidate. But if you want responsible growth, accountability, and someone fighting for Southern Spartanburg County, I'm asking for your vote.
I'm Clemson Turregano and together, we will build a Free, Smart, Strong South Carolina, beginning with Spartanburg County.
Priorities
Public Dollars for Public Schools
Public Dollars for Public Schools
Public Dollars for Public Schools
I won’t support any effort that leeches money from our public schools just to pay for private institutions.
Permitless Carry
Public Dollars for Public Schools
Public Dollars for Public Schools
I have carried weapons in service to my country, and I know firsthand that firearms training is essential.
Improving Our Schools
A Woman's Reproductive Rights
A Woman's Reproductive Rights
We need an education moonshot. What we have is a half-hearted slingshot.
A Woman's Reproductive Rights
A Woman's Reproductive Rights
A Woman's Reproductive Rights
A woman’s health is a discussion between her, her doctor, and whomever she chooses to confide in