State House of Representatives District 101 in South Carolina State House District 101, South Carolina

2026 Primary Election

• Martin T Cunningham — Task Force Consultant in SC

  Martin Cunningham is seeking election to the South Carolina House of Representatives, representing District 101, as a member of the Democratic Party. He is slated to appear on the Democratic primary ballot on June 9, 2026. Cunningham brings a background in the hospitality industry, having served in various management roles including Task Force Consultant, Front Office Manager, and Assistant General Manager for several hotel groups. He is an alumnus of South Carolina State University. As of now, his specific policy positions are not detailed in public surveys.

• Roger K Kirby — Incumbent State House of Representatives in Lake City, SC

  Roger K. Kirby is an experienced incumbent serving South Carolina House District 101, having previously represented District 61 since 2015. Born in Florence County and a Furman University alumnus, he is also a realtor and appraiser. As Assistant Minority Leader and First Vice Chair of the SC Democratic Party, he focuses on integrity, unity, and leadership. Kirby advocates for constituent needs by investing in infrastructure, expanding affordable healthcare access, and attracting good-paying jobs. He aims to be "part of the light shining bright on the issues and enacting solutions," rather than adhering strictly to the political left or right. He is seeking re-election to continue his work for District 101.

• Cheryl O Lane — Assistant Professor in Florence, SC

  Cheryl O. Lane is an Assistant Professor at Francis Marion University in South Carolina. She earned a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Clemson University, an I.M.A. in Science Education from the University of South Carolina, and a B.A. in Religion and Secondary Education Certification from Coker College. Her extensive career includes serving as a classroom teacher in various South Carolina school districts from 1979 to 1994, and she previously held a S.C. Teaching Certificate and a S.C. Real Estate Sales License. Her research interests include Slave Dwellings of South Carolina and Single Gender Education. Lane is running as a Democratic candidate for the South Carolina House of Representatives, representing District 101, in the 2026 primary election. Specific policy positions are not detailed in the available information.