Jasmine Williams
Jasmine Williams is a Democratic candidate for the South Carolina House of Representatives in District 1 (OCONEE,PICKENS) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Certified by the South Carolina State Election Commission after filing on March 2026, Jasmine Williams faces Bill Whitmire in a race in which William R. "Bill" Whitmire is the current seat holder covering OCONEE,PICKENS.
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“In Oconee and Pickens Counties, our households are struggling afford basic necessities — not because people aren't working, but because wages are too low, healthcare is too expensive, and the cost of living keeps rising while representation stays the same.”
(Ballotpedia 2026 Candidate Connection Survey) “I'm running because working families in District 1 deserve a representative who fights for them every single day — for a living wage, affordable healthcare, quality schools, and roads that are safe to drive. I'm not a career politician. I'm your neighbor, and I'm ready to work.”
(Ballotpedia 2026 Candidate Connection Survey) “District 1 is home to the Chattooga River, Lake Keowee, the Blue Ridge foothills, and some of the most beautiful land in the Southeast. That's not just scenery — it's our drinking water, our economy, and our identity. I work every day for a local environmental nonprofit because I believe protecting this land critical to every resident of South Carolina, and beyond.”
(Ballotpedia 2026 Candidate Connection Survey)Bill Whitmire
Bill Whitmire is an incumbent Republican member of the South Carolina House of Representatives representing House District 1 (OCONEE,PICKENS). According to the South Carolina Legislature official member biography, Bill Whitmire's professional background is listed as Retired Educator, School District of Oconee County & Owner, S & W Farms and education includes Piedmont College, A.B., 1972; Walhalla High School Football Public Announcer, 1993-. In the 126th South Carolina General Assembly, Bill Whitmire serves on the House Ways and Means, 2nd V.C committee.
“Since you’ve expanded so much since the original intent, I think a change in name would be warranted.”
(SC Daily Gazette)