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Sen. Tim Scott said, “I have never been more optimistic about the future of America and the limitless potential of the next generation,” according to Fox NEws.
A fantastic way to start our campaign launch day: rallying with supporters here in my hometown of North Charleston. The Lowcountry is fired up to keep South Carolina RED and take back the Senate Majority in 2022! #SCSen pic.twitter.com/UbB7mYqwZD
— Tim Scott – Text SCOTT to 47682 (@votetimscott) June 28, 2021
Our nation is at a crossroads. We need leaders who will fight for the American Dream 🇺🇸 I'm running for another term in the United States Senate to move South Carolina and America forward. I humbly ask for your prayers and your support as we begin our campaign. #SCSen pic.twitter.com/mVUt4U9KUy
— Tim Scott – Text SCOTT to 47682 (@votetimscott) June 28, 2021
“After four years of proven Republican leadership from the White House and congress, we were able to accomplish record-low unemployment rates, peace in the Middle East, historic and permanent funding for HBCUs, and a skyrocketing economy — all while bringing millions of Americans out of poverty.”
From Fox News:
A South Carolina state lawmaker at the time, Scott was elected to the U.S. House in 2010. Three years later he was appointed by then-Gov. Nikki Haley to fill a vacant Senate seat, becoming the first Black Republican in the chamber in over 30 years. He won a special election in 2014 and in 2016 earned a full six-year term. Scott reiterated Monday what he’s long said – that the 2022 race will be his last campaign for the Senate.
Scott is considered the heavy favorite for reelection in the solidly red state of South Carolina, where Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham won reelection by 10 points last November despite record-breaking fundraising from Democratic challenger Jaime Harrison, who’s now the chair of the Democratic National Committee.