Beth E Bernstein

Beth E Bernstein is a candidate for State House of Representatives District 78 Primary Election in 2026 in South Carolina State House District 78, South Carolina.

Incumbent State Representative in Columbia, SC

Also running: Angelo Joyner, Auriol Sonia Pollard.

Beth Bernstein is an incumbent Democratic State Representative for South Carolina's District 78, first elected in 2012 and now seeking re-election in 2026. Born and raised in Columbia, she champions public safety, working with law enforcement to secure neighborhoods and schools. Her platform prioritizes fully funding public education, promoting innovation, and making college affordable. Bernstein is a strong advocate for environmental protection and, identifying as a fiscal conservative, seeks state budget reform to cut waste and fund essential government services. She currently serves on the House Ethics and Judiciary Committees.