(Courtesy of NORPAC) On Sunday, October 7, Sara and Richard Schlussel hosted an event in Englewood for Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC).

Congressman Wilson served in the United States Army Reserves from 1972-1975 and the South Carolina Army National Guard. Before being elected to Congress in 2001, he served seventeen years in the South Carolina State Senate. In Congress, he serves as an assistant majority whip, is a member of the House Armed Services Committee, and is a senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.

The Congressman’s district contains some of the oldest Jewish communities in America, dating back to 1669. Wilson discussed his constituents’ strong support for Israel and his hopes for continuing bipartisan work in Congress. Due to his seniority, Wilson may have the opportunity to succeed Congressman Ed Royce (R-CA) as the next chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee.

Congressman Wilson will be seeking re-election this November.