GOP's Tim Scott wins second full term in US Senate from South Carolina, Internet says 'not a surprise'

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Scott's advertisement for the election, labeled "Cotton to Congress" was also popular during the campaign. "My granddaddy was in the third grade when he stopped going to school, and started picking cotton. He never learned to read or write and grew up in the segregated South," said Scott to Fox News. The senator back then claimed, "Because of their strength, their values and this amazing land of opportunity. Today, I represent you in the U.S. Senate. That is why I will never back down and never apologize in defense of America and the conservative values that make us exceptional. From cotton to Congress in one lifetime. God Bless America."

According to Scott.senate.gov. he is a Charleston Southern University alum. Scott's mission statement is to positively affect the lives of a billion people, which is why he chose to be in public service. He has played a great role in the 2017 tax reforms package. The senator also leads the implementation of the Opportunity Zones initiative. Meanwhile, according to the portal, he plays a critical role in workforce development, education, and diversity issues. Scott is also in charge of tackling the skills gap, ensuring children have access to the best educational environment, or bringing everyone to the table to find solutions in the country. Scott has previously hinted at the possibility of contesting for presidential elections in 2024. However, later he revealed, “I have a great race that I’m in the middle of running … presidential politics is a little too far outside of my sight," to Counton2.com. Further, Scott has remained silent about any plans beyond winning reelection, reported AP. 

The senator has traveled extensively during his campaign, and in August, he traveled to Iowa, which hosted the GOP’s first presidential nominating contest, reported politico.com. He has also attracted some great funds to the country including tech billionaire Larry Ellison, who has donated $20 million to Opportunity Matters Fund. 

'I Love Tim Scott'

The Internet was quick to react to Scott's victory. A user said, "The red tsunami has begun." Another claimed, "Yes thank God I love Tim Scott." A tweet read, "First Republican win of the night great news let the red come in." Another said, " There we go." Meanwhile, a user said, "Great news!." "Thank goodness!!!," claimed another. A tweet read, "Love Tim Scott! Congrats!." Another tweeted, "Woo hoo!!!." A user claimed, "Never get tired of winning." "Not a surprise," said another. "That's wonderful , Tim is such an amazing man gentleman of integrity and honesty ,what a sweet man he is," claimed a user. Another stated, "1 down,let’s go redddddd!."

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