State Rep. William Cogswell is projected to become the first Republican mayor of Charleston, South Carolina since 1877, with unofficial results showing him in the lead with 51.04% of the vote.
Incumbent Mayor John Tecklenburg trails with 48.96%.
Cogswell emphasized unity and a new direction in his victory speech, expressing gratitude to his supporters and voters.
BREAKING: Charleston, South Carolina just elected its first Republican Mayor since 1877.
William Cogswell, a former GOP State Rep, defeated incumbent Democrat Mayor John Tecklenburg in today’s runoff election by less than 1,000 votes.
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“The people have spoken and we’re ready, we’re ready for a new direction,” proclaimed Cogswell.
“A new direction that’s smart, safe and sound,” promised the challenger.
“A new direction that puts our citizens and residents first.” he continued.
“And a new direction that puts labels aside so that we can find pragmatic solutions to our problems. I am humbled by the results, no doubt,” confessed Cogswell.
“I am excited about the future of our city,” celebrated Republican.
“And I have to say thank you, thank you, thank you to all the supporters and all the voters that are out there that have expressed their confidence in me.”
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