Who did Florence, Georgetown and Horry County voters pick for the state senate? Results
Voters of the 32nd State Senate District of South Carolina voted to re-elect multi-term Sen. Ronnie Sabb to his seat in Columbia.
While more votes need counting, Sabb is likeliest to win, as 100 percent of Williamsburg County precincts — which represents the largest vote share in Sabb’s district— has reported election results, according to unofficial results from the South Carolina Election Commission. Sabb defeated challenger Prinscillia Sumpter, a healthcare worker with 20-plus years of experience. The 32 district represents parts of Berkeley, Florence, Georgetown, Horry and Williamsburg.
Since no Republican primary took place, barring a write-in candidate, Sabb is likeliest to win the general election in November 2024.
Sabb said he was appreciative of voters’ allowing him to represent the district for 10 years. He added he will work towards passing a hate crime law, as the Palmetto state is one of two states without one, and legislation to use state funds to build rural schools.
“Our state has its challenges, but within those challenges, we believe there are opportunities,” We’re going to continue to advocate for those values we believe are most consistent with (the state of South Carolina).”
Before election day, Sumpter criticized Sabb’s record and argued the 32nd district needed more growth before the election. Sabb countered that his work in an advocacy position helped bring a hospital and technical college to the area.
“Who was at the well? Ronnie Sabb was,” Sabb said before election night. “That’s the voice of District 32. That’s the promise I made to my constituents.”
Despite disagreements, Sabb and Sumpter both voiced opposition to restrictive women’s reproductive rights and loose gun laws within the state. Both also agreed that South Carolina needed hate crime legislation.
Sumpter could not be reached for comment before publication.
