Background
Joshua Parks graduated from Lexington High School. Parks earned a bachelor's degree from Winthrop University in 2005 and a graduate degree from Columbia International University in 2022. Parks' career experience includes working in consulting.
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- Graduate:
- Columbia International University, 2022
- Bachelor's:
- Winthrop University, 2005
- High school:
- Lexington High School
In their own words
Who are you? Tell us about yourself.
This is my first political race. I am a fiscally conservative libertarian focused on reducing government overreach, spending, waste, corruption, and taxes.
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?
Reduce taxes and spending (including eliminating income taxes)Make South Carolina the most small business-friendly state in the countryFix our crumbling infrastructure, especially our roads
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
Budget reduction
On the 2026 ballot
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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.
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