McKinley Washington Jr. (August 8, 1936 – July 24, 2022) was an American politician and pastor in the state of South Carolina.
McKinley Washington Jr. | |
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| Member of the South Carolina Senate from the 45th district | |
| In office 1990–2000 | |
| Preceded by | Peden B. McLeod |
| Succeeded by | Clementa C. Pinckney |
| Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 116th district | |
| In office 1975–1990 | |
| Preceded by | n/a |
| Succeeded by | Curtis B. Inabinett |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 8, 1936 Mayesville, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | July 24, 2022 (aged 85) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Beulah |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence(s) | Ravenel, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Johnson C. Smith University |
| Occupation | Politician, Presbyterian minister |
Early life, education and clergy work
editWashington received his bachelor's degree from Johnson C. Smith University and his master's degree in divinity from Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary.[1][2][3] He was the pastor of the Edisto Presbyterian Church in Edisto Beach, South Carolina.
Political career
editWashington served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 1975 to 1990 and in the South Carolina Senate from 1990 to 2000.
Death
editWashington passed away on July 24, 2022. Governor Henry McMaster announced that flags would be lowered in the late Senator's honor. On July 29, 2022, Executive Order 2022-24 was filed for that purpose.[4]
Legacy
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In 1992, the bridge on South Carolina Highway 174 over the Dawhoo River in Charleston County was named the McKinley Washington, Jr. Bridge in honor of the distinguished service that Senator Washington has given to the district in which he has served and to the State.
External links
edit- Rev. Dr. McKinley Washington Jr. "From Farm to State House" with Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture Dr. Consuela Francis Reading Circle, College of Charleston
- Wake Service for Rev. Dr. McKinley Washington, Jr., July 29, 2022
- Homegoing Service for The Reverend Dr. McKinley Washington, Jr., August 4, 2022
References
edit- ^ General Assembly, South Carolina (1986). "Legislative Manual – General Assembly of South Carolina".
- ^ Brack, Andy (July 24, 2022). "Washington remembered as inspirational leader". Charleston City Paper. Retrieved July 25, 2022.
- ^ Leatherwood, Dylan (July 24, 2022). ""SC politicians remember the Rev. McKinley Washington Jr."". WIS-TV. Retrieved November 18, 2022.
- ^ "Executive Order". Office of Governor Henry McMaster. July 29, 2022. Retrieved February 22, 2024.
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