Dear Neighbor,     

District 77 is my home. I was born and raised here in Columbia by a single-mom who instilled the importance of education, hard work, grit and determination.  At the age of 5, I was diagnosed with a speech impediment. It was then, that my mom changed the trajectory of her career and pursued a career as a speech therapist to assist me in overcoming that challenge. As a result of her willingness to go above and beyond to assist me, today I am able to speak clearly and confidently; turning what once was a weakness into strength and in the process, discovering the power of my voice. Throughout my life, I have chosen to use my voice to be an advocate for others and it is with a profound sense of humility that I announce my candidacy to serve as your Representative for South Carolina House District 77.

As a member of this community, I have used my voice to serve as an advocate and move our district forward. As a local NAACP activist, I led efforts that registered hundreds of new voters, organized and spoke at numerous rallies and political action events on matters ranging from education to social justice. As a college student leader, I led efforts that successfully registered over 1,000 new voters, addressed voter disenfranchisement and lobbied state lawmakers to make public education funding a greater priority. For three years, I served as a South Carolina public school teacher along the I-95 corridor. As an educator, I taught my students that they were capable of achieving anything that they put their minds to and that their zip code should not limit their future success.  These experiences, have equipped me with a unique perspective and have prepared me to serve as your voice and advocate in the South Carolina House of Representatives.

After proudly graduating from the Richland One public schools, I went on to complete studies at Winthrop University, Johns Hopkins University School of Education, and am currently enrolled at the University of South Carolina School of Law. My educator wife, Monique, along with my parents, Pastor John Baxter and Dr. Sonji Garvin Baxter, are also active and invested members of this district. My 9-year old sister Sonia attends the Richland School District Two public schools, and she keeps me up-to-date on everything that’s hip.

District 77 deserves an advocate at the State House leading the way on educational equity, economic development, health care expansion, and criminal justice reform. We need a true progressive leader that will champion safer neighborhoods, higher minimum wages, and focus on much needed repairs of bridges and roads within our community. This is why I passionately believe that voters should no longer have to settle for business as usual. As your representative, I will provide regular legislative updates and keep my finger on the pulse of the community so that I can be your voice and advocate. I am running in the Democratic Primary on June 12th, 2018 to represent District 77 as an honest, result-oriented, servant-leader, who will move our district forward and carry the torch of equity and equality.

I realize that the challenges within our district and state are great; however, I believe that our best days remain ahead of us.  I would love to hear from you with any ideas, suggestions, donations or to volunteer. Together, with courage, passion and commitment, we will win this race and launch a #NewDay77.

Onward,                                                             

Kambrell


Checks can be made payable to:                     

Kambrell Garvin for S.C. House                               

P.O. Box 292434                                               

Columbia, SC 29229


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    “This is an awesome guy. He has been a stand up person since he was a child. I'm not in his district but I still support his campaign. In my believe Kambrell Garvin will do the right thing in the House of Representatives. Proud of the foundation he has built.”

  • endorsed

    “I support Kambrell Garvin for SC House of Representatives because he is a compelling leader who cares deeply about issues that impact a whole community. Kambrell embodies the excellence and ambition necessary to create positive change within the state.”

  • endorsed

    “Im excited to vote for you! I know in my heart that you do a great job! I know that you stand for great things!”

  • endorsed

    “From the very first moment of meeting Kambrell, I knew there was something special about him. He was always such a genuine, caring and thoughtful person. From serving alongside him within the Winthrop chapter of NAACP as well as through collegiate years, he has always been someone that we all admire. His leadership is so astounding and he knows just how to show others how much he cares. There is not another person that I would rather endorse than my good friend!”

  • endorsed

    “I believe you will represent us well.”

  • endorsed

    “Kambrell has always been a leader and a force to be reckoned with since the day I met him in high school. I know this is the beginning of something great!”

  • endorsed

    “In the years that I’ve known Kambrell, he has always invested in his community and those around him. He exhibits both authenticity and transparency with issues impacted many. While his ability to lead is evident and incredible, what’s even more valued is his desire to serve and use his voice alongside others.”

  • endorsed

    “Kambrell is a one of a kind person. Having cross paths many times on campus during our college days, he ALWAYS made it a point to speak and genuinely ask about my day even when in a hurry. He has a great listening ear and a true servant's heart. I can not think of anyone better than to support!”

  • endorsed

    “One of the things I admire most about Kambrell is his genuine listening ear. You can tell him something about you once, and months later he will ask you about it in the most caring way long after you have forgotten. We need people in our government who will listen and who will care. Although I am now miles away, there is no one I would trust more with the future of my hometown community than Kambrell. He's going to listen. He's going to care. And he's going to make a difference.”

April 9, 2018

We can win this race.

Hi Friends,

I am extremely humbled by all of the support that our campaign has received so far. Thanks so much for believing and investing in our vision to bring positive change to South Carolina House District 77. Our campaign team has been working extremely hard over the past few months and voters have taken notice. Your support has enabled us to host a successful campaign kickoff event, purchase advertisement, mail thousands of letters and campaign literature, and purchase yard signs. We can win this race.

To help us maintain momentum and achieve our goal we ask for your continuous support. TODAY our campaign needs at least 40 donors to contribute $25 or more to help purchase several hundred more yard signs to keep up with the requested demand. Can you chip in?

Sincerely

Kambrell 

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Show your support for this campaign by endorsing it and sharing why!

  • endorsed

    “This is an awesome guy. He has been a stand up person since he was a child. I'm not in his district but I still support his campaign. In my believe Kambrell Garvin will do the right thing in the House of Representatives. Proud of the foundation he has built.”

  • endorsed

  • endorsed

    “I support Kambrell Garvin for SC House of Representatives because he is a compelling leader who cares deeply about issues that impact a whole community. Kambrell embodies the excellence and ambition necessary to create positive change within the state.”

  • endorsed

    “Im excited to vote for you! I know in my heart that you do a great job! I know that you stand for great things!”

  • endorsed

    “From the very first moment of meeting Kambrell, I knew there was something special about him. He was always such a genuine, caring and thoughtful person. From serving alongside him within the Winthrop chapter of NAACP as well as through collegiate years, he has always been someone that we all admire. His leadership is so astounding and he knows just how to show others how much he cares. There is not another person that I would rather endorse than my good friend!”

  • endorsed

  • endorsed

    “I believe you will represent us well.”

  • endorsed

    “Kambrell has always been a leader and a force to be reckoned with since the day I met him in high school. I know this is the beginning of something great!”

  • endorsed

    “In the years that I’ve known Kambrell, he has always invested in his community and those around him. He exhibits both authenticity and transparency with issues impacted many. While his ability to lead is evident and incredible, what’s even more valued is his desire to serve and use his voice alongside others.”

  • endorsed

    “Kambrell is a one of a kind person. Having cross paths many times on campus during our college days, he ALWAYS made it a point to speak and genuinely ask about my day even when in a hurry. He has a great listening ear and a true servant's heart. I can not think of anyone better than to support!”

  • endorsed

  • endorsed

    “One of the things I admire most about Kambrell is his genuine listening ear. You can tell him something about you once, and months later he will ask you about it in the most caring way long after you have forgotten. We need people in our government who will listen and who will care. Although I am now miles away, there is no one I would trust more with the future of my hometown community than Kambrell. He's going to listen. He's going to care. And he's going to make a difference.”