“I am proud to endorse Mac Deford. The people of the Lowcountry deserve a Congressperson that will fight for them and fight to defend Social Security. Because make no mistake about it, with House Republicans like Nancy Mace in charge, Social Security is under attack every single day. So vote for Mac Deford. For you, for all of the people of the Lowcountry, and to fight for Social Security.”
– Gov. Martin O’Malley, former Governor of Maryland and Social Security Commissioner
“Over the last few years, I’ve enjoyed working with Mac to elevate veteran and quality of life issues impacting the Lowcountry. I appreciate his dedication to service to our nation and state. He will be a needed credible voice in Congress.”
-Senator Ed Sutton, U.S. Air Force veteran
Charleston, SC
“I support Mac because he understands what is important to the success of the Lowcountry. As the former Assistant United States Trade Representative, I know how essential global trade is to South Carolina. The aerospace, auto, and battery industries, as well as the ports that help these businesses thrive, are creating high-paying jobs that support the economy and quality of life we cherish here in South Carolina. The current administration’s incoherent and capricious trade agenda is a threat to these very businesses, jobs, and careers that make the Lowcountry the place we want to call home.”
– Gail Strickler, former Asst. U.S. Trade Representative under President Obama
Kiawah Island, SC
– Chris Richardson, Former U.S. Diplomat, Attorney
James Island, SC
I enthusiastically endorse Mac Deford for Congress in SC-01. Mac has long worked throughout our community from Mt. Pleasant to Hilton Head Island, shares Lynne’s and my core Democratic Party values, and will deliver what our Lowcountry needs to reinvigorate our economy, lower consumer costs, and address healthcare and similar affordability issues. He will restore integrity and accountability to a broken Congress.
– Colonel Blaine Lotz, U.S. Air Force (ret.)
Former Beaufort County Democratic Party Chair
Hilton Head Island, SC
“Mac has been fighting for the people of the Lowcountry long before he ran for office. He’ll fight for us in Congress. He’ll defend the rule of law. And he’ll stand up to this corrupt, cruel administration. That’s the kind of bold leadership we need.”
– Alexia Niketas, Attorney
Summerville, SC
“Mac Deford has a proven record of service to the Lowcountry, from protecting our waterways in the Coast Guard to delivering real results in local government. He’s our neighbor, and I trust him to bring competence, compassion, and effective leadership to Congress.”
– Councilman Greg Perry, North Charleston City Council
Former Charleston County Democratic Party Chair
North Charleston, SC
“The first question I asked Mac was his thoughts on recent military actions in the Caribbean. Not only did he thoroughly and clearly explain the situation and national security implications, but he tied it directly back to our community, explaining the military, Coast Guard, and law enforcement units involved that are based in the Lowcountry. Mac shows he has a strong grasp of national security issues, not only on the world stage but also their impact on our district, and that he can represent our interests in Congress.”
– Colonel Lance Spencer, U.S. Air Force (ret.)
Kiawah Island, SC
“I support Mac Deford for Congress. Over the last 3 years, I’ve watched as Mac traveled throughout the 1st Congressional District…meeting people, talking to them, and listening to their concerns. Over the last 3 years, I’ve watched as Mac showed them he cares by building a relationship with them…something that cannot happen overnight. That’s why I support Mac Deford for Congress, and I hope you will too.”
– Pastor Thomas Dixon
Charleston, SC
Kate Neubert, Charleston, SC
Philip Mancusi-Ungaro, Johns Island, SC
Lisa Savage, Charleston, SC
Lauren Dean, Folly Beach, SC
David Noble, Mount Pleasant, SC
Erin McKee, Mount Pleasant, SC
George Tempel, Charleston, SC
Kylie Brooks, Charleston, SC
Joseph Spagnola, Daniel Island, SC
Susan Spagnola, Daniel Island, SC
Elaine Jenkins, Johns Island, SC
Leslie Bracken, Summerville, SC
Christine Deviney, Charleston, SC
John Walsh, Hilton Head Island, SC
Gail Hardie, Mount Pleasant, SC
Tim Cuzmar, Charleston, SC
Tom Wilson, Saint Helena Island, SC
Tom Starland, Bonneau, SC
Lisa Starland, Bonneau, SC
