McKinley Washington Jr. (August 8, 1936 – July 24, 2022) was an American politician and pastor in the state of South Carolina.
Early life, education and clergy work Washington received his bachelor's degree from Johnson C. Smith University and his master's degree in divinity from Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary. He was the pastor of the Edisto Presbyterian Church in Edisto Beach, South Carolina.
Political career Washington served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 1975 to 1990 and in the South Carolina Senate from 1990 to 2000.
Death Washington died on July 24, 2022. Governor Henry McMaster announced that flags would be lowered in the late Senator's honor. On July 29, 2022, Executive Order 2022-24 was filed for that purpose.
Legacy
In 1992, the bridge on South Carolina Highway 174 over the Dawho River, (also known as the South Edisto River), in Charleston County was named the McKinley Washington, Jr. Bridge in honor of the distinguished service that Senator Washington has given to the district in which he has served and to the State.
External links
Rev. Dr. McKinley Washington Jr. "From Farm to State House" with Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture Dr. Consuela Francis Reading Circle, College of Charleston Wake Service for Rev. Dr. McKinley Washington, Jr., July 29, 2022 Homegoing Service for The Reverend Dr. McKinley Washington, Jr., August 4, 2022
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