FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Nov 12, 2021

Contact: Press@miaforsc.com

SENATOR MIA MCLEOD MOURNS THE PASSING OF SENATOR HUGH K. LEATHERMAN

“Sen. Leatherman was a powerful force in our state and we will miss him dearly. What I loved most about him is that he cared. He listened. He had compassion and empathy for ALL of the people of this state…Republicans and Democrats alike. True Statesmen like him seem to be a rarity in politics today.

I can remember conversations we had about the funding needs and challenges of my Senate district. He always listened, engaged, and found a way to help.

During the height of the pandemic when we returned to the Senate Chamber for session (before vaccines), he and I sat in the balcony to protect ourselves from COVID-19 exposure on the Senate floor. He would often ask me how I was doing and remind me to take care of myself. We’d talk about the issues and challenges facing our state, as well as the pandemic’s impact on everyday people.

His willingness to work across party lines to help all South Carolinians is what I will miss most. Prayers for his family, the SC Senate, and our entire state. May he rest in Eternal Peace.”

About Senator Mia McLeod:

Senator Mia McLeod is a working mom, small business owner, and seventh-generation South Carolinian from Bennettsville, South Carolina. She is a former State Representative, current State Senator representing SC District 22, and recently announced her bid as a Democratic candidate for Governor. Visit us at MiaForSC.com to join Team Mia.

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