Our community is better with Deon Tedder

Vote Rep. Deon Tedder for Senate District 42

#BetterWithTedder!

Deon Tedder kept his promises as a State Representative. He will keep fighting for you and our community in the Senate. 

Deon Tedder has devoted his life to public service and advocating for the underserved.

A graduate of South Carolina State University and the University of South Carolina Law School, Deon lives in North Charleston and serves his community as an attorney.

Deon has spent much of his life in public service. While in college, he worked in the office of the late Senator Edward (Ted) Kennedy, where he assisted on the Health, Education, Labor & Pension (HELP) Committee. As a law student at the University of South Carolina School of Law, he advocated for the underserved by serving as a Guardian Ad Litem for Richland County’s Court Appointed Special Advocates Program (CASA).

Deon also represented indigent clients in courtroom proceedings in Magistrate Court through the University of South Carolina’s Criminal Law Practice Clinic. He served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable L. Casey Manning in Columbia, South Carolina, which allowed him to gain a unique understanding of legal matters from both sides of the aisle.

During his time as a State Representative, Deon has been a vocal advocate for HBCUs, passing legislation to create “HBCU Day” on the third Tuesday in February to bring attention to the contributions HBCUs have made to South Carolina. A member of the House Education and Public Works Committee, Deon has led the fight against attempts to censor Black history from being taught in the classroom and has advocated for more investment in public education.

Deon is a member of the American Bar Association, South Carolina Bar Association, Charleston County Bar Association, South Carolina Association for Justice, and South Carolina Black Lawyers Association. For five years, Deon worked as an attorney at David Aylor Law Offices. In 2023, Deon joined Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman (RPWB) where he works on product liability, personal injury and criminal defense cases. Deon was recognized by the National Black Lawyers Association as Top 40 under 40 Personal Injury attorneys. He is also a 2022-23 Super Lawyers Rising Star for personal injury litigation.

As both an elected official and a lawyer, Deon has been a voice for the voiceless and a changemaker in his community.

Deon Tedder’s PRIORITIES

Education

Tedder sponsored the Keep Students in School Act to review juvenile justice law.

Affordable Housing

Tedder sponsored the South Carolina Inclusionary Housing Act to increase the availability of affordable housing.

Criminal Law Reform

Tedder sponsored a bill amending SC law to prohibit the stop & search of individuals based solely on the scent of marijuana.
Deon Tedder In The Press
Congressman James Clyburn Endorses Deon Tedder

Congressman James Clyburn Endorses Deon Tedder

I am excited to announce that Congressman James Clyburn has endorsed our campaign! Congressman Clyburn is a true champion for the people of South Carolina. He has fought for us for decades, and I am honored to have his support. Congressman Clyburn said, "Deon Tedder...

Attorney Dwayne Green Endorses Deon Tedder

Attorney Dwayne Green Endorses Deon Tedder

CHARLESTON, S.C. – Trial attorney Dwayne Green endorsed Deon Tedder in the upcoming runoff election for South Carolina Senate District 42. Green, who previously supported JA Moore, said that he was impressed by Tedder's commitment to fighting for the people of...

Runoff Election Scheduled For Sept. 19th

Runoff Election Scheduled For Sept. 19th

As you may know by now, Deon Tedder made the Runoff Election. It's important that you all know, EVERYONE can vote in the Runoff. It doesn't matter if you voted last week or not. Early voting is scheduled for September 13-15th in Charleston County at the Board of...

Montez Martin Endorses Deon for Senate

Montez Martin Endorses Deon for Senate

CHARLESTON, S.C. – Today, Montez Martin, Army Veteran, former Executive Director of the Charleston County Housing Authority, and long-time community leader, endorsed Deon Tedder’s campaign for State Senate District 42. “Deon Tedder is a fighter for civil rights,...

Author, Family Advocate Dr. Maxine Smith Endorses Deon

Author, Family Advocate Dr. Maxine Smith Endorses Deon

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – Dr. Maxine Smith, author and family advocate, endorsed Deon Tedder’s campaign for State Senate District 42. “A seasoned attorney is needed to introduce bills and resolutions designed to protect and strengthen public schools, lead the charge...

DNC Member Kaye Koonce Endorses Deon Tedder

DNC Member Kaye Koonce Endorses Deon Tedder

CHARLESTON, S.C. – Kaye Koonce, At-Large DNC member, former SCDP Vice Chair, and retired Sr. V.P. & Gen. Counsel- Trident Technical College, endorsed Deon Tedder’s campaign for State Senate District 42. “Since being elected to the statehouse, Deon Tedder has...

Colleen Condon Endorses Deon As Champion For Equality

Colleen Condon Endorses Deon As Champion For Equality

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. - Today, Colleen Condon, Family Law and Civil Rights Attorney, 1st Vice Chair of the South Carolina Democratic Party, and former Charleston County Council member, endorsed Deon Tedder’s campaign for State Senate District 42. “Deon Tedder is a...

Local Anesthesiologist Endorses Deon Tedder

Local Anesthesiologist Endorses Deon Tedder

CHARLESTON, S.C – Dr. Matthew Graves, MD, a board certified anesthesiologist has endorsed Deon Tedder for State Senate District 42. “Deon Tedder has a deep commitment to improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare in our state,” said Dr. Graves. “He has...

Deon is a member of the American Bar Association, South Carolina Bar Association, Charleston County Bar Association, South Carolina Association for Justice, and South Carolina Black Lawyers Association. For five years, Deon worked as an attorney at David Aylor Law Offices. In 2023, Deon joined Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman (RPWB) where he works on product liability, personal injury and criminal defense cases. Deon was recognized by the National Black Lawyers Association as Top 40 under 40 Personal Injury attorneys. He is also a 2022-23 Super Lawyers Rising Star for personal injury litigation.

Deon is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. He is active in his community and has volunteered for several campaigns, including Mayor Steve Benjamin and State Rep. Marvin Pendarvis. He also volunteers with Harvest Hope Food Bank and the Be a Mentor program.

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    P.O. Box 30160
    Charleston, SC 29417

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