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THE SHOT NEWS PROUDLY PRESENTS MIA

As we move around the country let us be mindful of the great
candidates we have to choose from, in South Carolina meet Mia for South
Carolina she is worthy to be Governor of South Carolina. Help us make
history by supporting her wherever you are. You can send her support or
take a vacation and go volunteer for her campaign.
Please support by visiting: miaforsc.com or mail at:
Mia for SC P.O. Box 290692, Columbia, SC 29229

I’m running because I me and many other parents across life, so having to do more and
want to create a South Caroli- South Carolina and one of many work harder has always been my
na where everybody thrives so reasons we’re losing our best and reality and the fuel I’ve needed
that my sons and other young brightest to better paying jobs, to defy the odds and overcome
people will want to live here. greater opportunities and a bet- the obstacles. More importantly,
All of us should be able to ter quality of life in other states. because of my lived experiences,
thrive in S.C., regardless of our I’m a small business owner I have the courage to lead, the
race, gender, socio-economic sta- who believes we can be pro-busi- guts to govern and the tenacity
tus or political affiliation. A thriv- ness and pro-working people. The to never give up, even when the
ing South Carolina is a state where two aren’t mutually exclusive. challenges seem insurmountable.
people are healthy, safe, well-ed- I’m a Sickle Cell Warrior As I travel across our state
ucated, gainfully employed and who knows what it’s like to live listening and talking to voters,
fairly compensated to allow them with a pre-existing condition. it’s obvious that the people of
to comfortably afford rent, food, That’s why I’m fighting to ex- South Carolina are hungry for
healthcare and other basic living pand Medicaid, fully and equi- change. They’re tired of running
expenses. That’s not our current tably fund public education, pay the same types of candidates
reality. I’m running because working people at least $15/hour, and losing. They want a Gov- Meet
we have the power to change it. create good-paying jobs and de- ernor who’s not afraid to stand
And while my guberna- mand economic opportunities up for them---who understands
torial run is historic, I’m not and justice for all by tackling the that continuing to do the same Mia
running to make history. I’m systemic reforms that must be things and expect different re-
running to make a difference. I acknowledged and addressed if sults is insane. They’re ready for
also understand how much rep- we’re serious about equity and a governor who represents the
resentation matters. My story inclusion to help move our state needs and interests of all South Mia McLeod is a seventh generation South Carolinian
will connect and resonate with in a better, stronger direction. Carolinians and not only knows and small business owner from Bennettsville. She
our voters because it is the sto- I know how it feels to be how to win in a diverse dis- leads with courage in the state legislature and works
ry of everyday South Carolin- forgotten by those in power be- trict, but can hold on to the seat. together with Democrats and Republicans to make real
ians. Like so many, I’ve had to cause I was born and raised in As a candidate with execu- progress for all South Carolina families. With 18 years
overcome much adversity in my a part of the state that has been tive and legislative branch experi- of experience as an entrepreneur and CEO of her own
life…personally, professionally dubbed by some as the forgotten ence on both sides of the aisle, I’m company, Mia has also been a college educator and the
and politically. My lived expe- “corridor of shame.” My home- uniquely qualified and know how state’s top victim advocate. She knows what it’ll take to
rience is that of a woman who town community and other rural to win, which is why we’ve won create a more equitable, inclusive South Carolina that
grew up in rural South Caroli- communities like it, have nothing big in swing districts, even when all of us can be part of and proud of.
na, raised by parents who never to be ashamed of. And I’ll never the SCGOP spent lots of mon-
let us forget the plight of South forget about them or lose sight ey to ensure that didn’t happen.
Carolina’s working poor who of the struggles and disparities I’m a truly different candidate Mia is a Liberty Fellow, SC Education Policy Fellow,
work 2-3 jobs and still struggle they continue to face because of who has consistently garnered Aspen Rodel Fellow and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha
to keep roofs over their families’ their zip codes. I’m running for support from Democrats and Re- Sorority. She currently resides in Northeast Columbia.
heads and food on their tables. Governor because I’m confident publicans alike and I’m in this Her pride and joy are her sons, BJ and Cam.
I’m a single, working mom that we can create a state all of race to win it---the primary and
of two amazing young men… us can be part of and proud of. the general. South Carolinians
both recent college graduates who It’s no secret that racism is are ready to thrive in education,
don’t want to stay or live here as alive and well in South Carolina. healthcare, economic opportuni-
adults because neither envisions As a result, my opponents enjoy ties, infrastructure, the environ-
a future here under our current privileges that I don’t have. That ment and so much more! And
governor…a sobering reality for has been the case throughout my when that happens, we all WIN!

Mia with Secretary of
HUD Marcia fudge

Mia with Senator Mia with Mayor of New
Corey Booker Bill de Blasio and wife.
State Representative President Billy Mitchell enjoys opening night with entertainment headliners Anthony Hamilton and Tamar Braxton hosting
NBCSL members with a full buffet, open bar and first class entertainment showing the country Atlanta knows how to give an opening night of
entertainment and fun as well were welcome by Mayor Keisha Bottoms and Mayor Elect Andre Dickens.

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