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Candidates › SC-02 race › 2025–2026
Zyon Khalifa
D Democratic nominee for U.S. House, SC-02
Has not served in Congress
- On the ballot
- On the general election ballotNov 3, 2026 · South Carolina US House 2
- Where to vote
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- Top priorities
- Economic Growth
- Education
- Health Care
- Infrastructure
- Energy & Environment
- Money
- $29K raised, $21.9K spent, $7.1K cash on hand (through Oct 14, 2026). Where it comes from
- Who gives
- 28% of individual money from donors at $200 or less · 83% from South Carolina · largest committee giver FRIENDS OF JIM CLYBURN, $2K
7 priorities from khalifaforcongress.com, in the order they are listed there. Every heading and the text under it is copied exactly, as one passage for each page it is from, and links to that place on the page; hover a source to see which passage it opens.
WHY NOT US? ↗ (opens khalifaforcongress.com/platform at this heading)
- 1. Empower Rural and Underserved Communities
- Promote Good-Paying Jobs: Focus on attracting sustainable industries to rural and overlooked areas, ensuring quality job opportunities that uplift local economies.
- Foster Economic Investment: Create incentives for businesses to invest in these communities, driving long-term growth and stability.
- 2. Support Small Businesses and Entrepreneurship
- Enhance Access to Resources: Provide grants and low-interest loans to small businesses, enabling them to thrive and create jobs.
- Encourage Local Innovation: Develop mentorship programs and resources for aspiring entrepreneurs to stimulate local economic growth.
- 3. Raise the Minimum Wage
- Ensure Fair Compensation: Implement a minimum wage increase so that full-time workers can achieve financial stability and support their families.
- 4. Invest in Job Training and Career Pathways
- Develop Job Training Programs: Establish partnerships with local businesses and educational institutions to create job training programs that equip young people with essential skills.
- Shift the Focus from Incarceration to Education: Create pathways that guide youth away from the prison pipeline and towards meaningful careers, ensuring a brighter future for all.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · khalifaforcongress.com/platform
- 1. Invest in Community Foundations
- Empower Local Systems: Focus on strengthening the essential services and institutions that communities rely on every day, ensuring they are well-resourced and effective.
- 2. Increase Teacher Pay
- Attract and Retain Talent: Advocate for competitive salaries that recognize the vital role teachers play in shaping future generations, making teaching a more attractive profession.
- 3. Address the Teacher Shortage
- Support Recruitment and Retention: Implement initiatives to recruit new teachers and provide support for current educators, including mentorship programs and professional development opportunities.
- 4. Strengthen Public Education
- Enhance Funding and Resources: Prioritize increased funding for public schools to improve facilities, classroom resources, and educational programs, ensuring every student has access to quality education.
- 5. Expand Afterschool Programs
- Provide Safe and Enriching Environments: Invest in afterschool programs that offer academic support, enrichment activities, and safe spaces for students, helping to foster well-rounded development.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · khalifaforcongress.com/platform
- 1. Expand Healthcare Access
- Address the Uninsured: Focus on reducing the approximately nine percent of South Carolinians who are uninsured by enhancing outreach and enrollment efforts for available health programs.
- 2. Enhance Mental Health Services
- Increase Availability: Expand access to mental health services, ensuring that individuals receive the support they need for their mental well-being.
- 3. Improve Medicare and Medical Care Availability
- Strengthen Medicare Services: Advocate for enhancements to Medicare, ensuring comprehensive coverage and support for all eligible South Carolinians.
- Expand Healthcare Facilities: Work to increase the number of hospitals and healthcare services in underserved areas, improving access to quality medical care for all communities.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · khalifaforcongress.com/platform
- 1. Enhance Everyday Life
- Prioritize Community Needs: Zyon’s campaign focuses on improving the quality of life for residents throughout the district by addressing critical infrastructure needs.
- 2. Fix Roads and Modernize Infrastructure
- Invest in Rural and Small-Town Communities: Commit to repairing and upgrading roads, bridges, and essential infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient transportation for all residents.
- 3. Ensure Fair Federal Investment
- Advocate for Equitable Funding: Work to secure fair federal investments for our communities, ensuring they are not overlooked and receive the necessary resources for growth and development.
- 4. Promote Job-Creating Development
- Support Sustainable Growth: Encourage development projects that create jobs while ensuring that small towns are included and benefit from economic opportunities, fostering inclusive growth.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · khalifaforcongress.com/platform
- 1. Climate Change
- Transition to Renewable Energy: Advocating for policies that promote solar, wind, and other renewable energy sources to reduce carbon emissions.
- Net-Zero Emissions: Supporting legislation that aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by a specified target year.
- 2. Clean Air and Water
- Stricter Air Quality Standards: Promoting regulations that reduce air pollution and protect public health.
- Water Protection Initiatives: Advocating for clean water regulations, including protections for wetlands and drinking water sources.
- 3. Conservation and Land Protection
- National Parks and Public Lands: Supporting the protection and expansion of national parks, forests, and wildlife refuges.
- Biodiversity Initiatives: Promoting policies that protect endangered species and their habitats.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · khalifaforcongress.com/platform
We deserve an immigration system that is secure, efficient, and humane, one that enforces the law while also reflecting our values as a nation.
Right now, the system is too slow, too confusing, and too inconsistent. That hurts everyone, immigrants trying to follow the rules, families waiting in limbo, and communities that deserve a system they can trust. Reform isn’t just about enforcement, it’s about fixing the process so it actually works.
We believe in accountability and fairness. Laws matter, and they should be followed. But government has a responsibility to ensure that people have a clear, timely, and functional path through the system. When the system is broken, it creates chaos, not order.
Zyon’s approach to ICE reform focuses on both accountability and efficiency:
- Fix the backlog so cases are processed faster and people aren’t stuck waiting for years
- Create a clear, streamlined process so individuals who are following the law can move through the system efficiently
- Prioritize enforcement on serious public safety threats, not families and workers contributing to our communities
- Increase oversight and transparency in detention facilities to ensure humane treatment and accountability
- Guarantee due process protections, so outcomes are fair, consistent, and constitutional
- Improve coordination and training so enforcement is smart, targeted, and effective
We can be a nation of laws and a nation of opportunity at the same time. That means holding people accountable, while also making sure the system itself is efficient, fair, and worthy of trust.
Immigration reform isn’t about choosing between security and compassion, it’s about delivering both.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · khalifaforcongress.com/platform
Women’s rights are human rights, and they should never be up for debate.
We believe every woman deserves the freedom to make decisions about her own life, body, and future. That includes access to quality healthcare, equal opportunity in the workplace, and the ability to live safely and with dignity.
Right now, too many women are facing barriers that limit their opportunities and autonomy. From unequal pay to gaps in healthcare access, we still have work to do to ensure that every woman, no matter her background, has a fair shot.
Zyon’s priorities for women’s rights include:
- Protecting access to reproductive healthcare, including contraception, sufficient funding for alternatives, focusing on the mental and physical health of mothers.
- Expanding maternal healthcare, ensuring women have access to quality prenatal and postnatal care.
- Closing the pay gap and enforcing equal pay for equal work.
- Supporting working families through enacting a mandatory paid maternity leave and affordable childcare.
- Combating domestic violence and protecting survivors with stronger resources and accountability.
- Ensuring equal opportunity in education, business, and leadership.
This is not about politics, it’s about respect, freedom, and fairness.
When women are supported, families are stronger, communities are healthier, and our economy grows. Protecting women’s rights means building a future where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · khalifaforcongress.com/platform