Former U.S. Reps. Trey Gowdy (R-S.C.) and Joe Cunningham (D-S.C.) will be the keynote speakers at the Business Council of Alabama’s annual “Evening for Progress.”
This year’s event will be Nov.1 in Birmingham with proceeds supporting BCA’s political arm, ProgressPAC.
Last year, BCA honored the service of U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Tuscaloosa) who retired after serving more than four decades in Congress. He was joined by Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.)
“BCA is proud to welcome former U.S. Representatives Gowdy and Cunningham – two notable political leaders who hold a proven track-record of fighting for pro-job, pro-growth policies at the national level,” said President and CEO Helena Duncan.
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“Those of us who call Alabama home have witnessed the significant economic progress we’ve made over the years and have enjoyed the benefits as a result. If we want to see our state reach its full potential, then we must be well-equipped and stand ready to support pro-business candidates across Alabama.”
Gowdy served South Carolina’s Fourth Congressional District from 2011-19. Since leaving public office, he has returned to practicing law and rejoined the Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough firm. He also serves as a Fox News contributor and Sunday night primetime host.
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Cunningham represented South Carolina’s First Congressional District from 2019-21. During his tenure in the House, Cunningham was part of the Blue Dog Coalition, a group of moderate to conservative Democrats.
He was the Democratic nominee for South Carolina governor in 2022 but was defeated by incumbent Republican Gov. Henry McMaster last November. Before running for public office, Cunningham practiced law and co-owned a small business.
The South Carolina congressmen will discuss the current state of political affairs and their experience on Capitol Hill. Past speakers included former President George W. Bush and former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning.
Grayson Everett is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @Grayson270
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