A biography for Jaime Harrisonhasn’t been written yet.
“South Carolina is more of a conservative state than a Republican state.”
“Am I a Democrat? Yes, I'm a Democrat. But at the end of the day, when I take the oath as a senator it won't be to do the bidding of the Democratic Party or a president in the White House. I will be there to fight for the people of South Carolina.”
“I support DACA, which prevents the deportation of undocumented immigrants who came to America as children. Congress should cement this program into law by supporting the DREAM Act, which has overwhelming bipartisan support.”
“We must turn the page on the dark parts of our history.”
“The coronavirus is not causing our health care problems in South Carolina. But it will likely make them worse - and increase the burden on working people - if we don't take action in a decisive way.”
“People are tired of the politics of Donald Trump. l really do believe that.”
“I was born to a single mother and often struggled to find my next meal. With the right opportunities from public education and mentors, I achieved the American dream.”
“No parent should have to choose between their job and caring for their child, and no person should miss valuable moments with their loved ones because of work.”
“Listen, I have lived the American dream, which is something that I am deeply proud of and something that I believe every child in South Carolina or across the country should have the opportunity to do.”
“In 2020, no child should go hungry, and yet, in South Carolina 1-in-5 children do.”
“America can win the global energy race of the future, but only if we act boldly. We can and should seize the massive economic opportunity of leading the world in clean energy, by making investments that would create countless high-paying jobs and clean up our air and water in the process.”
“COVID-19 has upended our economy.”
“I'm fully aware of the tricks that are often played in elections here in South Carolina.”
“We deserve a Senator who cares about our children's safety.”
“Every American, and every corporation, should pay their fair share to build the American dream.”
“Hillary Clinton, who followed her heart to Arkansas, understands that the American Dream extends beyond the Mason-Dixon line and that South Carolina's motto, 'While I breathe, I hope,' applies to all.”
“I think for young people, there are so many issues, not only student loan debt but health care and all these various issues that I believe can impact the quality of your life.”
“When I think about our HBCUs, I think of icons like my mentor Jim Clyburn, a South Carolina State graduate, who fought against discrimination and segregation, and continues to champion for civil rights and equality.”
“I love Howard Dean.”
“Unemployment relief from The CARES Act - a popular and bipartisan solution - was a key lifeline not just for our families but also for small businesses.”