Thank You for Being Part of This Journey!
By
Sonja Ogletree Satani
Dear Volunteers,
From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU! We did it! I am incredibly grateful for every volunteer who knocked on doors, made phone calls, sent text messages, encouraged voters, shared our message, and believed in this campaign. Your donations, time, energy, prayers, and commitment helped make this victory possible.
Running for office has been one of the most challenging, humbling, and rewarding experiences of my life. I learned that campaigns are not won by one person; they are won by people who believe in something bigger than themselves. I learned the importance of perseverance, building relationships, listening to people, staying authentic, and never underestimating the power of one conversation or one vote. There were moments of uncertainty, unexpected challenges, and lessons that tested my determination, but I kept moving forward because I believed in the people and the possibilities of District 98.
My advice to anyone considering running for public office is simple: DO IT!
Don’t wait until you have all the answers, all the resources, or the perfect circumstances. If you have a passion for serving your community and a desire to make a difference, take that first step. You will discover strengths you didn’t know you had, meet people who will change your life, and learn lessons that no classroom can teach.
You don’t have to be a politician to be a public servant. You simply have to care enough to step forward and be willing to do the work.
This journey reminded me that leadership is not about holding a title; it is about making a difference. I am honored, humbled, and excited about what lies ahead.
Thank you for believing, showing up, and helping us make history!
One message I would leave with anyone thinking about running for office:
Someone once had to take a chance on you. Now it may be your turn to take a chance on yourself. Don’t allow fear, doubt, lack of experience, or someone else’s opinion to convince you that you are not qualified to lead. Your community needs your voice, your perspective, and your willingness to serve. You may not win every battle, but you will never know the difference you can make until you are willing to step into the arena. Run because you care. Run because you believe. Run because your community deserves someone willing to do the work.
You don’t have to see the entire staircase. You just have to be willing to take the first step!
Take 98 and Flip the Future with a New SC!
With heartfelt gratitude,
Dr. Sonja Ogletree Satani
SC State House Representative, District 98 Elect
Office:
843-920-3222
Cell:
843-696-7335
With heartfelt gratitude,
Dr. Sonja Ogletree Satani
SC State House Representative,
District 98 Elect
Office: 843-920-3222
Cell: 843-696-7335
If you are thinking of running for office, check out the DCDP resources page. As information becomes available, we will be sure to post it there. You can also reach out to the DCDP candidate recruiter.