Ralph Anderson (politician)
| Ralph Anderson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Carolina Senate from the 7th district | |
|
In office 1996 - 2013 | |
| Succeeded by | Karl B. Allen |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
November 2, 1927 Greenville, South Carolina |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Geraldine |
Ralph Anderson (born November 11, 1927 in Greenville, South Carolina) was a Democratic member of the South Carolina Senate, representing the 7th District from 1997-2013. Prior to being elected to the State Senate, Anderson served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 1991-1997.
Education
Ralph Anderson received his education from the following institutions:
- BA, Allen University, 1949
- Graduate Studies, Howard University[1]
Political Experience
Ralph Anderson has had the following political experience:
- Senator, South Carolina State Senate, 1997–2013
- Representative, South Carolina State House of Representatives, 1991-1997
- Council Member, City of Greenville, 1983-1991
- Board of Directors, Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce, 1983-1985
- City of Greenville Zoning Board, 1982-1983
- Commissioner, Greenville Civil Service Commission, 1969-1973[1]
Current Legislative Committees
Ralph Anderson has been a member of the following committees:
- Corrections and Penology, Member
- Education, Member
- Finance, Member
- Medical Affairs, Member
- Transportation, Member
- Caucuses/Non-Legislative Committees
- Board Member, Community Planning Council
- Member, Greenville Civil Service Commission
- Representative of the City, Greenville Housing Authority Board[1]
Professional Experience
Ralph Anderson has had the following professional experience:
- Retired
- Postmaster, United States Postal Service, 1970-1983
- Non-Commissioned Officer, United States Army, Fort Jackson/Germany, 1950-1952[1]
Organizations
Ralph Anderson has been a member of the following organizations:
- President, Board of Directors, Phyllis Wheatley Center, 1985-1991
- Member, Municipal Association of South Carolina, 1986-1988
- Staffer, Family Counseling Services, 1983-1986
- Board Member, Greenville Young Men's Christian Association, 1969-1973
- Executive Member, Appalachian Council of Governments
- Member, Greenville Regional Board of Directors, BB&T Bank
- Board Member, Community Foundation of Greater Greensville, Incorporated
- Member, Freemasons
- First Vice President, Greenville Chapter, NCAAP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)
- Member, Board of Trustees, Saint Anthony's Catholic School, Greenville
- Board Member, Senior Action of Greenville County
- Board Member, Sunbelt Human Advancement Resources[1]
Retirement
On March 21, 2012, Anderson announced he would not seek re-election.[2]
References
- 1 2 3 4 5 "Senator Ralph Anderson's Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved 28 October 2012.
- ↑ Walton, E Richard (21 March 2012). "Sen. Ralph Anderson won't seek reelection". Greenville News. Retrieved 26 October 2012.
External links
- South Carolina Legislature - Senator Ralph Anderson official SC Senate website
- Project Vote Smart - Senator Ralph Anderson (SC) profile
- Follow the Money - Ralph Anderson
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