Tim Scott Bets on Trump Supporters' Attraction to Optimism
Posted on AllSides May 22nd, 2023
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South Carolina Senator Tim Scott officially announced his campaign for president on Monday, ending months of speculation that the rising GOP star would add his name to the rapidly growing field for the Republican nomination in 2024.
Facing a field of culture warriors and rhetorical flamethrowers, however, it's likely he enters the race facing an uphill battle. But like his message, his electoral prospects are rooted in optimism.
Speaking at the same Charleston Southern University from which he graduated, the junior senator's speech before a packed room in North Charleston...
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