On Monday, November 20th, 2023, the Tecklenburg for Mayor campaign released several endorsements from faith leaders across the Holy City.
"Voting empowers us to shape the future of our communities," Rev. Eric Manning said. "Supporting courageous leaders ignites positive change. Our voices do matter and we must voice them on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. By standing with Mayor Tecklenburg, a courageous leader, we will create a city that is a beacon of hope and positive change."
Rev Dr William Swinton Jr reflected on Proverbs 29:2, emphasizing the importance of wise and just leadership: “'When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan.’ Mayor Tecklenburg's leadership embodies fairness, wisdom, and care for the community. Re-Elect Mayor Tecklenburg, Nov 21st!”
Mayor John Tecklenburg said, "It's a true honor to be endorsed by such a distinguished group of Charleston faith leaders. These remarkable men and women, along with the faith communities they lead, make a tremendous difference in our city every day, and I look forward to continuing to work closely with them over the next four years."
The full list of event endorsers is below:
- Father Ricardo Bailey
- Rabbi Yosef Bart
- Rev. Gary Brisbane
- Minister Sonya Buncombe
- Minister Anthony Campbell
- Rev. Gordon Cashwell
- Rev Dr. Spike Coleman
- Pastor Kay Colleton
- Rev. Eduardo Curry
- Honorable Judge Tamara Curry, Esq.
- Dr. David Goltra, MD
- Rev. Dr.Lawrence Gordon
- Rev. Dr. Larry Goss
- Pastor James A. Keeton, Jr.
- Rev. Christian King
- Rev. Dr. George Kugblenu
- Rev. Eric S. C. Manning
- Rev. Dr. Charles C McLamore
- Rev. Dr.Charlie Murray, Jr.
- Rev. Dr. Augustus Robinson
- Rev. Dr. Brandon Sweeper
- Rev. Dr. William Swinton
- Rev. Anthony Thompson
The Charleston mayor’s runoff election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 21st, 2023.
