"No politics...just public service"

Such is the slogan displayed on Bakari Sellers' web site in his run for the South Carolina state house. Some may ask why the U-DFL, a blog for the college Democrats in a northern blue state are promoting a candidate for the state legislature in a southern red state.

The answer: Julia Krieger. U-DFL freshman Krieger met Sellers on a recent trip to Washington D.C for an AIPAC conference. She was inspired and requested that his information be posted on the blog. So, in a nutshell...

This is the man who currently represents the 90th South Carolina House District:

His name is Thomas N. Rhoad. He is 83 years old. Of his 13 bills proposed in the 2005-2006 legislative session, a whopping 9 were congratulatory bills to local sports teams. While Mr. Rhoad is a Democrat and has put in his time, both in public service, the armed forces, and as a rural mail carrier, his time in the House is up.





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The Democratic challenger is Bakari Sellers. He is a young vibrant candidate whose goals are slightly larger than congratulating their young local athletes. Like many Democrats, he names economic development, health care, and education as his top priorities. Read more about him on his web site or contribute to his campaign. If you are interested in becoming involved further, contact Julia.