(Columbia, SC) -- A prominent Democrat wants to re-enter the political arena.
Former Richland County Councilman Dick Harpootlian announced yesterday he will run for state senate.
The two-time chairman of the state's Democratic party will run for the District 20 seat that was held by John Courson.
A special election is set for November to replace Courson, who pleaded guilty to misconduct and resigned this month.