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Nikki G. Setzler (born August 7, 1945) is an American politician who is a Democratic member of the South Carolina Senate, representing the 26th District since 1976. In November 2020, Setzler announced that he would step down as Minority Leader.
After the resignation of North Dakota's Ray Holmberg on June 1, 2022, Setzler became the country's longest serving incumbent state senator. For much of his tenure, Setzler has been the only elected Democrat representing a portion of Lexington County above the county level.
Political career
= S.C. Senate
=Elections
= 2016 election =
Nikki Setzler defeated Republican challenger Brad Lindsey in 2016, receiving about 58% of the vote.
= 2020 election =
In 2020, Setzler defeated Republican challenger Chris Smith, winning roughly 54% of the vote.
= 2024 election =
On January 10, 2024, Setzler announced his retirement from public office and will not stand for re-election in the 2024 South Carolina Senate election. In the race to succeed Setzler, State Representative Russell Ott defeated State Senator Dick Harpootlian for the Democratic nomination while Jason Guerry defeated Chris Smith for the Republican nomination. Ott and Guerry will face each other in the general election.
References
External links
Official Nikki Setzler for State Senate site
South Carolina Legislature - Senator Nikki G. Setzler official SC Senate website
Project Vote Smart - Senator Nikki G. Setzler (SC) profile
Follow the Money - Nikki G. Setzler
2006 2004 2002 2000 1996 campaign contributions
Appearances on C-SPAN
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