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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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Jermaine 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)