Buttigieg returns to South Carolina to court the Black voters who stalled his first White House run
Summary
Pete Buttigieg returned to South Carolina to reconnect with Black voters after his 2020 presidential campaign ended there due to low support from that group. At events in South Carolina, he received positive reactions and highlighted his work as Transportation Secretary and his vision for the future ahead of possible political moves.Key Facts
- Pete Buttigieg previously finished fourth in the South Carolina primary in 2020, which hurt his presidential campaign.
- South Carolina holds the first Democratic presidential primary contest in 2028, making it important for candidates.
- Black voters make up most of South Carolina’s Democratic electorate and have significant influence in the nomination process.
- Buttigieg received standing ovations in a Black church and an NAACP event during his visit.
- He emphasized the importance of moving beyond past problems and embracing a new future.
- Jaime Harrison, chair of the South Carolina Democratic Party, said Black voter support is essential to winning the party’s nomination.
- Buttigieg has not decided if he will run for president again but is actively engaging with voters and raising money.
- His recent campaign activities included stops in early primary states like Nevada and South Carolina.
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