Irene Benson
Irene Benson Certified by the South Carolina State Election Commission after filing on March 2026, Irene Benson faces Scott Montgomery in a race in which W. Scott Montgomery IV is the current seat holder covering SPARTANBURG.
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“I'm a working mom raising three school-aged kids, so navigating big personalities, competing priorities, and busy schedules is part of everyday life. For the past two decades, I've built a career in nonprofit executive leadership, helping women make sense of complex health information and turn it into clear, practical steps they can take to protect their health.”
(Campaign Website) “Like so many families in Spartanburg, my husband and I have felt the squeeze of rising costs. We've paid as much as $2,800 a month for childcare and we've had our share of months where balancing the family budget meant making difficult choices.”
(Campaign Website) “Those experiences have grounded me in the realities facing working families and strengthened my belief that South Carolina needs practical, accountable leadership that understands everyday life—not just from talking about it, but from living it.”
(Campaign Website)Scott Montgomery
Scott Montgomery According to the South Carolina Legislature official member biography, Scott Montgomery's professional background is listed as Entrepreneur/Business Owner and education includes Graduate of Hampden-Sydney College, 1997; Bd. of Trustees: Apella Health, Christ School, and Spartanburg Co. Foundation. In the 126th South Carolina General Assembly, Scott Montgomery serves on the House Government Efficiency and Legislative Oversight; Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs committees.
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“Always stand shoulder to shoulder with law enforcement and first responders. Help them do their jobs by supporting them in every way possible and working with our Congressional leadership to fight illegal immigration.”
(Campaign Website) “Always protect the right to life and defend our right to bear arms.”
(Campaign Website) “Strongly back teachers, parents, and students. We need safe schools, more competitive teacher salaries, and protection for parents who need more educational options for their children.”
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