Side by side · South Carolina Governor
Jermaine Johnson vs. Alan Wilson
Where the candidates stand, side by side, with a source for every claim. Compiled from the same sourced cards used in the blind match.
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Take the blind match insteadJermaine Johnson
Democratic · South Carolina House of Representatives
Alan Wilson
Republican · South Carolina Attorney General
Economy and taxes
As a candidate, proposed building affordable housing, cutting income tax, a higher minimum wage, and support for unions.
Source: WSOC (The Political Beat)
As a candidate, proposed cutting government spending, eliminating the state income tax, and lowering property taxes.
Source: WSOC (The Political Beat)
Healthcare
As a candidate, opposed laws restricting abortion, saying the decision should be between a woman and her doctor.
Source: WSOC (The Political Beat)
As a candidate, supported laws restricting abortion, saying they have defended such laws in public office.
Source: WSOC (The Political Beat)
Public safety and criminal justice
As a candidate, supported legalizing and regulating gambling, with safeguards and addiction resources.
Source: WSOC (The Political Beat)
As a candidate, raised concerns that legalized gambling and casinos bring social and law-enforcement challenges.
Source: WSOC (The Political Beat)