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It is crucial that members of Congress cast votes that are supportive of the values upon which our nation was founded: equality, freedom, and opportunity for all people.

We have a lot of thoughtful people in the U.S. Senate.

The importance of building relationships among colleagues, of trying to create coalitions behind the issues that you are championing, was not something I ever had much insight into until I was elected and started serving in the Senate.

When it comes to helping make the country strong, we in Congress have an important role to play.

Senators, like everyone else, want to feel a part of this decision-making process. They want to feel included.

I am proud to be in the Senate. I have always been proud to be a part of our political system. It is a remarkable privilege to participate in this system of ours.

I can honestly say that being a United States Senator has been the honor of my life.

My motivation for running for Senate was not for the stature of being a senator, but because I wanted to make a difference on issues I feel passionate about.

I loved being in the Senate. That was a wonderful experience.

It is my hope that as South Carolina senators, that we will stand up for what is best and good about our state.