Larry Blanding

Larry Blanding is an American politician. A member of the Democratic Party, he served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 1977 to 1990.

Life and career

Blanding was born in Sumter County, South Carolina, the son of Julius Blanding and Rosa Williams. He attended Sumter High School, graduating in 1971. After graduating, he attended Claflin College, earning his BA degree in 1975. He also attended South Carolina State College, earning his MEd degree in 1977.
Blanding served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 1977 to 1990. He lost his seat in the House, in 1990, as a result of Operation Lost Trust, after pleading guilty to conspiracy and extortion.