Lottery Battle Ends Today In Statewide Vote
After months of bitter debate over a state lottery to fund college scholarships and tech, South Carolinians vote to amend the constitution. Gov Hodges campaigns on Election Day as opponents warn of unknowns, while party leaders monitor 170 General Assembly seats up for grabs and a December special election to replace Rep. Terry Haskins.
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Congressional races show rivals across six districts in South Carolina
The article notes 14 candidates in congressional contests with five incumbents opposing challengers. In the 3rd District Lindsey Graham faces George Brighthorp. the 4th District Jim DeMint runs amid multiple third party contenders. in the 6th District Jim Clyburn is opposed by Vince Ellison, a first for black major party candidates. Floyd Spence seeks reelection against Jane Frederick. John Spratt faces Carl Gullick in the 5th District.
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Vote tampering allegations spark voter confusion in Graniteville
Daniels calls Moore complaint a Democrat trick while Emma Booth complains of two phone calls about election days. Residents accuse campaigns of misinformation as Moore faces calls from elderly voters seeking clarification. Moore says investigations may be needed to uncover the truth.
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Gore campaigns across key states in tight election race
After midnight return to Austin Gore urged supporters as he campaigned through Iowa Missouri Michigan and Florida praising a Miami crowd of tens of thousands. Bush led polls but Gore kept fragile leads in swing states amid Clinton fatigue and Nader challenge. The election pits Bush and Gore in a battle over tax cuts and federal programs with many states considered tossups.
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Turnout heavy as voters cast ballots in Aiken precincts
Polls closed at 7 pm in Aiken County with turnout labeled organized chaos as Precincts 6 and 47 reported long waits. Officials cited a five minute voting rule speeding lines but some centers faced hour long waits. Lottery on the ballot dominates the race with Hodges pushing for approval and opponents rallying against gambling. Exit polls by USC Aiken students will be posted on the USS Aiken site.
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