As a Columbia native, Todd Rutherford has spent his life as a leader in his community. After graduating from Howard University, Rutherford earned a law degree from the University of South Carolina. He founded the Rutherford Law Firm in 1998, where he continues to represent South Carolinians in criminal suits, as well as in cases of accidents, workers compensation, and medical malpractice.
That same year, Rutherford was elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives. Since then, he has been a leading voice for Democrats and progressives in our state. Rutherford was one of the first lawmakers to advocate for taking down the Confederate flag from the State House grounds, filing legislation for its removal in 2007, eight years before it was eventually taken down following the massacre at Emanuel AME church.
In 2013, Rutherford was elected Minority Leader, a position he still holds today. Whether it’s advocating to legalize medical marijuana, protecting women’s freedoms, or fighting for criminal justice reform, Rutherford has been a fighter for the people and an advocate for personal freedom in his 20+ years of service at the State House.
He lives in Columbia with his wife, Megan, and three sons, Ty, Teagan, and Tripp.
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Protect women’s reproductive freedom
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Legalize medical marijuana
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Reform the criminal justice system
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Legalize sports betting
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Reform the state’s public education funding system
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Increase teacher pay
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Make higher education affordable for in-state residents
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Invest in infrastructure improvements
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Increase the minimum wage to a livable wage
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Protect our vital natural resources
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Reform and modernize the tax code so that it is fair to all individuals and businesses
Todd Rutherford was taught at a young age that a person must look beyond themselves and strive to fight injustices, educate, provide help, and offer themselves to public service. He is honored and humbled to serve the people of District 74, and remains committed to making our district and our state the best that it can be.
Please feel free to contact Rep. Rutherford using the form provided here, by mail, or by phone.
MAIL: 335B Blatt Building, Columbia, SC 29201
PHONE: (803) 734-9441