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Samuel Sam Shepherd

Republican

About

Based in Lexington County

Samuel L. Shepherd is a biomedical engineer, inventor, and entrepreneur from Lexington County, South Carolina, who has announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination in the state's special U.S. Senate election. His campaign focuses on reducing federal spending and cutting taxes to lower costs for South Carolina families.

  • Chemical and biomedical engineer

  • Inventor with multiple patents in health, energy, and environmental technologies

  • Founder of ValAsta LLC

  • Worked on projects involving alternative energy, environmental remediation, and wastewater systems

Where they stand

  • Lowering the Cost of Living

    “The affordability issue is crucial. Young people are not going to be able to afford taxes, especially property taxes.” (WPDE interview, August 4)

  • Fighting for Parents and Students

    Proposes tuition-free in-state higher education in exchange for a post-graduation service commitment.

  • Unleashing American Energy

    Supports expanding American energy production.

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