BAMBERG, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) – Senate candidate Dr. Annie Andrews met with voters in Bamberg County, where residents raised concerns about rural health care access and the rising cost of living.
Andrews is running against Republican Darline Graham and Libertarian Kasie Whitner.
Jacqueline Hunter, who lives in Denmark, said health care access was her primary concern.
“I care about the health care crisis that we have,” Hunter said. “Denmark, Bamberg County is a maternal desert.” […]
Andrews said she believes rural areas deserve the same attention as larger counties.
“No matter how big your county is, how rich or poor your county is,” Andrews said. “I don’t know how you can be an effective politician, candidate or senator if you don’t get down and talk to regular people about their problems.”
Andrews, a doctor, said health care and Medicaid are priorities for her campaign.
“Your ability to access affordable health care should not depend on your zip code or your county,” Andrews said.
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