Measure on the ballot in the 2018 South Carolina 2018 General Election in South Carolina.
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Get StartedA “yes” vote changes the Superintendent of Education from an election position to a position appointed by the Governor.
A “no” vote maintains the Superintendent of Education as an elected position.
An appointed superintendent who turns out to be a problem could be removed immediately while an elected superintendent cannot be removed from office for four years., in support of Amendment 1 (Learn more)
According to Cindi Ross Scoppe of The State, an appointed superintendent will hold the Governor accountable and ensure that they are on the same page to move an agenda forward. It would allow for a pool of talented candidates who do not have the time or money to campaign for an election. , in support of Amendment 1 (Learn more)
According to The State, people in the state would not be able to vote to elect the superintendent of education. Instead, they'd be giving their say to the Governor. , in opposition to Amendment 1 (Learn more)
This amendment would make the Superintendent of Education an appointed position rather than an elected position. Beginning in January 2023 or upon an opening in the position, the Governor would appoint the Superintendent of Education.
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