Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Representative Tom Rice (R) to continue to represent South Carolina’s Seventh Congressional District in the next Congress. The Chamber endorses pro-business candidates for federal office who will vigorously support public policy that will advance economic growth, create jobs, and promote fiscal responsibility.
“The U.S. Chamber and our members are committed to supporting candidates for public office who champion job creators and the employees, families, and communities they serve. We know that strong leaders in Washington are critical to addressing economic challenges, accelerating our recovery, and promoting opportunity,” said U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark. “Rep. Tom Rice has demonstrated a commitment to supporting free enterprise and the American business community through pro-growth solutions, and he has earned the political support of the business community. The U.S. Chamber is proud to endorse Rep. Rice, and we look forward to partnering with him in the next Congress.”
During remarks today in South Carolina with U.S. Chamber Senior Political Strategist Ashlee Rich Stephenson hailed Rep. Rice’s commitment to “jobs, jobs, jobs” by ending burdensome regulations, cutting taxes and for his focus on American competitiveness and reducing unemployment in his district.
“Commerce is the pathway to the American dream,” Rep. Rice said. “I am so honored to receive this endorsement. I am a Chamber of Commerce Republican.”
About the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing companies of all sizes across every sector of the economy. Our members range from the small businesses and local chambers of commerce that line the Main Streets of America to leading industry associations and large corporations.
They all share one thing: They count on the U.S. Chamber to be their voice in Washington, across the country, and around the world. For more than 100 years, we have advocated for pro-business policies that help businesses create jobs and grow our economy. To learn more about our political program visit the U.S. Chamber Action website or follow us on Twitter.
