Brad Hutto

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Brad Hutto

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Senate
Date of Birth August 6, 1957 (Age: 68)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
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Personal Background

Brad Hutto holds a B.A. from the University of South Carolina and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center. He has spent significant time in leadership roles within the Democratic Party and the South Carolina Senate, including serving as the Minority Leader. His professional background includes experience in law and public service, transitioning from private practice to legislative leadership.

Political Ideas

Brad Hutto's political identity is marked by a blend of progressive social stances and pragmatic policy positions, creating a unique ideological landscape. His support for LGBT rights and removal of the Confederate Flag contrasts with his opposition to procedural justice reforms, revealing a nuanced approach to civil liberties. Hutto's advocacy for rehabilitative justice and medical cannabis legalization demonstrates a progressive streak, while his stance on hunting regulations and alligator farming shows an unexpected alignment with traditionalist values. This combination of progressive and conservative elements makes his policy positions intriguing and worthy of further exploration.

Campaigns
2024: South Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina Senate District 40 General Election, 2024

24,667 votes (52.54%)

Win

South Carolina Senate District 40 General Election, 2024

24,667 votes (52.54%)

Win

South Carolina Senate District 40 Democratic Primary Election, 2024

5,153 votes (71.50%)

Win

South Carolina Senate District 40 Democratic Primary Election, 2024

5,153 votes (71.50%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Banking and Insurance
Member
Education
Member
Ethics
Member
Finance
Member
Interstate Cooperation
Member
Legislative Oversight
Member
Medical Affairs
Member
2020 Special: State Senate Republican Primary

Election History

South Carolina Senate District 3 Special Election Republican Primary

293 votes (3.70%)

Loss

Winner: James Galyean, Richard Cash

2020: South Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina Senate District 40 General Election, 2020

28,958 votes (97.60%)

Win

South Carolina Senate District 40 Democratic Primary Election, 2020

10,750 votes (71.00%)

Win
2016: South Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina Senate District 40 General Election, 2016

34,069 votes (99.03%)

Win