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Mike Jones (South Carolina)
Mike Jones (Republican Party) ran for election to the South Carolina State Senate to represent District 35. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Jones completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Mike Jones served in the U.S. Army from 1988 to 2024. He earned a bachelor's degree from Limestone University. His career experience includes working as a businessman.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: South Carolina State Senate elections, 2024
General election
General election for South Carolina State Senate District 35
Jeffrey Graham defeated Mike Jones in the general election for South Carolina State Senate District 35 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Jeffrey Graham (D) | 52.2 | 25,284 |
 | Mike Jones (R)  | 47.7 | 23,095 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 77 | ||
| Total votes: 48,456 | |||
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Democratic primary runoff election
Democratic primary runoff for South Carolina State Senate District 35
Jeffrey Graham defeated Austin Floyd Jr. in the Democratic primary runoff for South Carolina State Senate District 35 on June 25, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jeffrey Graham | 50.3 | 1,791 |
 | Austin Floyd Jr. | 49.7 | 1,767 | |
| Total votes: 3,558 | |||
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Republican primary runoff election
Republican primary runoff for South Carolina State Senate District 35
Mike Jones defeated Lindsay Agostini in the Republican primary runoff for South Carolina State Senate District 35 on June 25, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Mike Jones | 70.8 | 1,923 |
| Lindsay Agostini | 29.2 | 794 | ||
| Total votes: 2,717 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for South Carolina State Senate District 35
Jeffrey Graham and Austin Floyd Jr. advanced to a runoff. They defeated Lucy Mahon in the Democratic primary for South Carolina State Senate District 35 on June 11, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jeffrey Graham | 47.0 | 2,416 |
| ✔ | | Austin Floyd Jr. | 37.8 | 1,941 |
 | Lucy Mahon | 15.2 | 784 | |
| Total votes: 5,141 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
Republican primary election
Republican primary for South Carolina State Senate District 35
Mike Jones and Lindsay Agostini advanced to a runoff. They defeated Christina Allard and Jerry Chivers in the Republican primary for South Carolina State Senate District 35 on June 11, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Mike Jones | 49.5 | 1,939 |
| ✔ | Lindsay Agostini | 30.4 | 1,189 | |
 | Christina Allard | 16.6 | 650 | |
| Jerry Chivers | 3.5 | 138 | ||
| Total votes: 3,916 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Jones in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Mike Jones completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Jones' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Alongside my wife Terry, we've raised six children and are blessed with six grandchildren. Together, we're active members of the 2nd Chance Fellowship Church where our greatest source of strength and community are found.
Serving 36 years in the Army, I understand the importance of service and giving back to our country. This experience has instilled in me a strong sense of duty and dedication to the well-being of my fellow citizens.
Academically, I've earned a bachelor's degree in business and master's degrees in MBA, Leadership, and Criminal Justice. This diverse skill set is complemented by my roles as a licensed realtor, insurance agent, and roof contractor. As a seasoned entrepreneur from a young age, I've acquired extensive knowledge of running successful businesses.
My multifaceted background and unwavering commitment to serving others make me a strong candidate for SC Senate Seat 35. Through my military experience, academic accomplishments, and entrepreneurial acumen, I'm uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on the issues that matter most to the people of South Carolina.- I want to prioritize infrastructure improvements that enhance road safety, reduce traffic congestion, and support economic development, ensuring that South Carolina communities are well-connected and businesses thrive.
- I also want to expand school choice, which gives parents the power to choose the best educational options for their children and ensure quality education for every student.
- Lastly, I want to advocate for our men and women in uniform. Our law enforcement needs to have the tools, resources, and funding to keep our families and communities safe, and if elected, that’s a promise I’ll always keep my word on.
"I first got to know Mike Jones while serving with him for a year in Iraq. On the front lines you learn the real character of a fellow soldier.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 10, 2024
