Billy Keyserling
American politician
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William D. 'Billy' Keyserling (born June 29, 1948) is an American politician. He is a former member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 124th District, and is a member of the Democratic party.
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Billy Keyserling | |
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Keyserling, with Mark Sanford (seated) at ceremony awarding Joe Frazier the Order of the Palmetto, 2010 | |
| Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 124th district | |
| In office 1991–1995 | |
| Preceded by | Harriet Keyserling |
| Succeeded by | Edie Rodgers |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 29, 1948 Beaufort, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Relations | Leon Keyserling Mary Dublin Keyserling |
| Parent | Harriet Keyserling |
Early life and education
Keyserling was born in Beaufort, South Carolina. He graduated from Brandeis University in 1971 and Boston University in 1974.
Political career
Mayor of Beaufort
Keyserling was elected Mayor of Beaufort in 2008, serving twelve years and three terms. One of his achievements was helping to establish the Reconstruction Era National Historical Park in the city.[1] In 2020, Keyserling announced his decision not to run for re-election.[2][3]
Beaufort City Council
Keyserling served sixteen years on Beaufort City Council, with twelve as Mayor.[4]
South Carolina House of Representatives
Keyserling served two terms in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 1991 until 1995, succeeding his mother, Harriet Keyserling.
Civic organizations
Organizations Keyserling was involved in included:
- Beaufort Marine Institute
- Mainstreet Beaufort, USA
- Greater Beaufort Chamber of Commerce
- Beaufort Council Navy League
- Beaufort Little Theatre Arts Council
Honors and recognitions
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In June 2025, Keyserling was presented with the Order of the Palmetto by South Carolina State House Representative Shannon Erickson[5]