Jason D Belton

Jason Belton, a Democrat, is running for South Carolina Secretary of State in 2026. A dedicated public servant, he advocates for labor rights, community empowerment, and social justice, serving as Vice President of the Greater Columbia Central Labor Council and Operations Director for the SC American Federation of Labor. Motivated by personal experiences with government, he seeks to ensure it works for all citizens. His platform includes empowering everyday citizens through transparency and accountability, supporting small businesses and charities, safeguarding voter rights and fair elections, and promoting governmental integrity and public access to records. He pledges "Not Business as Usual."