Columbia, South Carolina – Voters in South Carolina will have a chance Tuesday evening to hear directly from several candidates seeking federal office, as the Columbia Chapter of the National Action Network prepares to host a public debate in West Columbia.
The event is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at The SCEA Building, located at 2999 Sunset Blvd. in West Columbia. Organizers say the forum is designed to give residents a clearer look at where candidates stand on issues shaping both South Carolina and the country.
The Columbia Chapter of the National Action Network, a civil rights organization founded by Rev. Al Sharpton, is hosting the debate. The event will feature candidates running for the United States Senate and the United States House of Representatives District 2…