Fighting for a Better Future

J.R. Taylor is dedicated to creating a thriving and inclusive community in District 38. Her campaign is focused on six key areas:

  • fostering economic growth,
  • improving infrastructure,
  • enhancing education,
  • protecting reproductive freedom,
  • promoting sustainable development, and
  • expanding healthcare access.

Join J.R. in building a future where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.

Fighting for a
Better Future

J.R. Taylor is dedicated to creating a thriving and inclusive community in District 38. Her campaign is focused on six key areas:

  • fostering economic growth,
  • improving infrastructure,
  • promoting sustainable development,
  • protecting reproductive freedom,
  • enhancing education, and
  • expanding healthcare access.

Join J.R. in building a future where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.

Creating an Inclusive Economy

J.R. Taylor is dedicated to fostering an economy that benefits everyone. By protecting the freedoms that allow individuals to advocate for fair wages, better benefits, and a safer workplace, J.R. aims to build a strong economic foundation that lifts families our of poverty.

  • Collective Bargaining: J.R. will work to ensure that employees have the ability to collectively negotiate for better pay and benefits with their employer.
  • New Employment Opportunities: Diversifying our workforce is key to improving job quality. J.R. will work to ensure that our unemployment rate remains low by implementing policies that attract more white- and gray-collar jobs to the Upstate.

Infrastructure for the Future

J.R. Taylor understands the importance of strategic infrastructure planning. She is committed to developing comprehensive solutions that meet the needs of a growing population.

  • Long-Term Planning: As South Carolina remains the nation’s fastest growing state, advocating for infrastructure projects that plan for future growth and traffic needs is essential.
  • Maintenance and Repair: South Carolina owns 70% of all roads in the state. J.R. will reject funding for legislative pet-projects and will prioritize funding for needed road construction, maintenance, and repair in the Upstate.
  • Digital Connectivity: In the 21st century, high-speed internet is essential. J.R. supports expanding high-speed internet access across South Carolina, particularly in rural areas of District 38.

Investing in Public Education

J.R. Taylor believes in an inclusive education system that provides diverse learning opportunities and removes financial barriers.

  • Affordable Education: J.R. will advocate for affordable community and technical college education to support workforce development.
  • Vocational Training: J.R. supports increasing funding for vocational and trade education in public high schools.
  • Affordable Childcare: Supporting programs that provide affordable childcare—enabling parents to work and build successful careers—is a top priority for J.R.

Protecting Women’s Rights

J.R. Taylor firmly believes that healthcare decisions should remain private and free from government interference. She is committed to safeguarding the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their own healthcare.

  • Bodily Autonomy: J.R. will work to ensure that women have the freedom to make their own informed healthcare decisions in consultation with their doctor. No government should interfere with the private healthcare decisions that patients make about their own bodies.
  • Contraception and IVF: Access to contraception and IVF is a fundamental right. J.R. trusts women to decide whether to become pregnant and have a child.
  • Legal Protection: J.R. supports codifying the rights women had under Roe v. Wade into South Carolina law, or letting South Carolina voters decide through ballot referendum.

Promoting Sustainable Development

J.R. Taylor is committed to sustainable development practices that protect our natural resources and ensure a healthy environment for future generations.

  • Protecting Natural Resources: As the Upstate grows at a record pace, J.R. will advocate for responsible land development and preservation of green spaces.
  • Renewable Energy: As automakers switch to electric cars, South Carolina must develop more renewable energy sources and a robust EV charging network to accommodate the changes in how people live.

Affordable and Accessible Healthcare

J.R. Taylor is dedicated to ensuring that all residents have access to affordable, comprehensive healthcare.

  • Medicaid Expansion: J.R. will advocate for South Carolina to join the majority of states in expanding Medicaid.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: J.R. supports policies that bridge healthcare coverage gaps, particularly for seniors and people with disabilities.
  • Informed Healthcare Decisions: J.R. supports the right of patients to make informed healthcare decisions, including gender-affirming care, in consultation with their doctors and families.

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