An inside look at timing and history in South Carolina politics. Gavin Jackson, host of This Week in South Carolina, highlights a rare achievement: Governor Henry McMaster becoming the longest-serving governor in the Palmetto State’s history. Gavin breaks down decades of changing term limits, the handful of governors who reached eight years, and the unique path that allowed McMaster to serve a “third” term. The result is a decade-long governorship shaped by constitutional rules, political longevity, and perfect timing.
Civics Education 101 is your go-to guide for understanding how government and elections work in South Carolina. This series provides simple, bite-sized explainers to help you navigate the Palmetto State's political system and make your voice heard.
