Jermaine Johnson

Jermaine Johnson was born in Los Angeles, California, and lives in Columbia, South Carolina. Johnson earned a bachelor's degree in communication from the College of Charleston in 2008, a master's degree in project management from Strayer University in 2014, and a doctorate in business administration from Northcentral University in 2018. His career experience includes owning Dream Team Consulting Firm and working as a consultant, a business investor, and a global career development facilitator. Johnson served on the board of the Richland County Recreation Commission and the board of the Richland County Recreation Foundation, and has been affiliated with Capital City Lodge #47, the NAACP, and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity.[1][2][3]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Dr. Jermaine Johnson is a community activist, avid volunteer and public servant who will bring a new era to South Carolina House District 80. As a husband and proud father, Jermaine knows the value and importance of giving back to the community that has helped him raise his.Jermaine is the owner of Dream Team Consulting and an adjunct professor at Webster University in Columbia, SC. He is a member of the Democratic Black Caucus of South Carolina and a James E. Clyburn Fellow. He currently serves on the Board of Commissioners for the Richland County Recreation Commission and the Board of Directors for the Richland County Recreation Foundation. He holds the positions of Third-Vice Chair for the Richland County Democratic Party, Vice-Chair of the Young Democrats of the Central Midlands, and Minority Caucus Chair of the Young Democrats of South Carolina. He is a member of St. Johns Baptist Church, the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., and is a Master Mason at Capital City Lodge 47. He resides in Hopkins, SC with his wife Dr. Evan Patrice Johnson and three children: Jermaine Jr., Khloe, and Kobe. Jermaine is a man who will fight for every citizen and serve the residents of South Carolina House District 80 with ACCOUNTABILITY, INTEGRITY, and COMMITMENT. A born fighter and leader, he has a plan and a vision for District 80 and is ready to go to work to bring that vision into focus in 2020. Dr. Jermaine Johnson is A Worthy Candidate. Committed to the Community. Dedicated to Progress.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Community Development is needed to keep our population safe and will help keep our talent in the communityIt is time for new progressive ideas from a leader who will represent the District with the upmost respect.We must take care of our most vulnerable population of youth and seniors and invest in additional programs as well as tax breaks for our elders.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I want to bring the Universal Basic Income Program championed by Andrew Yang to the state of South Carolina. We will begin with a pilot program and scale it across the state.

Reproductive rights for women

Establishing a minimum wage in South Carolina

Climate Change

Medicaid Expansion

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

The late Rev. Dr. Joseph Neal. He is the person who believed in me and got me started on my rode in politics.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

My personal memoir "I Got Myself a Yard."

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

I believe the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office is for the person to listen to each and every constituent across the district regardless of political affiliation. After hearing the information, research the problem and solution and begin to hear others opinions on the concern. If this is deemed an issue by a majority of the constituents, the official should fight for what the people are asking for. The official's responsibility is to fight for the people and be their voice at the statehouse.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The very first memory I have in my life is when my brother ran away from home and was murdered by someone that was supposed to be his friend.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

As a gifted athlete, Jermaine used his skills on the basketball court to earn his way to a full scholarship to the College of Charleston. While in college, he became a four-year basketball Letterman and served as captain of the team in his final year. After graduating with a bachelors degree in Communications, he continued his athletic career and was drafted into the NBA's D-League and went on to play for various teams abroad in Canada, Brazil, Mexico and Portugal. But after years of traveling the world and playing the sport he loved, Jermaine decided that it was time to return home and pursue his other passion of serving others.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Micheal Jackson - Rock with you!

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

In my life since adulthood, I have struggled with competing against myself and trying to be a perfectionist. When I do this I continue to try to take on extra work so that I can address everyone's concerns. I want to ease everyone's pain and I have to accept that I cannot. I don't want to let anyone down.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

No, I do not because we will continue to get the same ideas and solutions for ever-evolving problems.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?

One where compromising is the main objective. There should not be an all-Republican gubernatorial ticket or vice versa. We need to put people first and that is by hearing all sides and considering all ideas of the legislature.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

I do believe it is beneficial to build relationships with other legislators which is why I have already begun doing so prior to being elected. I believe this because you cannot pass anything for your specific district without the support of others therefore it is only wise to have positive working relationships with other legislators.