EXPLAINER: Why Your Primary Vote Matters

Think the election starts in November? 

Think again.

Primary elections often decide who ends up in office before the general election even begins. Gavin Jackson breaks down why primaries matter and what South Carolina voters need to know before heading to the polls.

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.