Seven South Carolina students named 2015 HBCU All-Stars by White House
Columbia, S.C. – Yesterday, the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (WHIHBCUs) announced its 2015 HBCU All-Stars, recognizing students for their accomplishments in academics, leadership and civic engagement. There are seven South Carolina students who received this award. A full list of the South Carolina students honored is listed below. There are
Clyburn Statement on 50th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965
WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) released the following statement on the 56th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965: “On this day fifty years ago, surrounded by leaders of both political parties, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act. It was a moment worthy of both
Congressman Clyburn Statement on EPA Final Clean Power Plan Rule
(Columbia, SC) – South Carolina Congressman James E. Clyburn released the following statement on the release of the EPA’s final Clean Power Plan rule: Today’s rule is the most significant step ever taken by the United States to reduce carbon emissions causing harmful climate change. In the face of overwhelming evidence and extreme weather, we
Clyburn: Symbols matter, but they’re no substitute for substance
It was a great day in South Carolina—and the nation—when the Confederate battle flag was removed from the grounds of the State House. The battle flag has historical significance and should be dealt with accordingly. Unfortunately, it was unfurled in the 1930s and ’40s, and gained prominence and prevalence in South Carolina and throughout the
Clyburn Announces Introduction of the Background Check Completion Act
WASHINGTON – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn yesterday introduced the Background Check Completion Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. Under current law, the Charleston shooter should have been barred from purchasing a firearm from a licensed dealer. But a procedural loophole allowed him to get around the law to buy the gun that
Clyburn announces U.S. Department of Education grants in South Carolina
Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Congressman James E. Clyburn announces the recipients of the U.S. Department of Education new Fiscal Year 2015 grants. It is anticipated that the grants will be for a total of five years. There are 21 institutions in South Carolina receiving these awards totaling more than $5 million annually. These awards