Democratic Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey released a video Thursday evening on social media conceding to Republican candidate Dave McCormick in the heated Pennsylvania Senate race.
Tension had been rising between the two candidates following Election Day, as the state’s ballots went to a recount on Nov. 13 after Casey declined to waive his right to a recount. However, in a newly released video posted on X, Casey congratulated the now Republican Senator-elect, noting how close the race had been between the two.
“I just called Dave McCormick to congratulate him on his election to represent Pennsylvania in the United States Senate. As the first count of ballots is completed, Pennsylvanians can move forward with the knowledge that their voices were heard, whether their vote was the first to be counted or the last. This race was one of the closest in our Commonwealth’s history, decided by less than a quarter of a point,” Casey said.
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During my time in office, I have been guided by an inscription on the Finance Building in Harrisburg: “All public service is a trust, given in faith and accepted in honor.”
Thank you for your trust in me for all these years, Pennsylvania. It has been the honor of my lifetime. pic.twitter.com/RSXEFwdge8
— Bob Casey Jr. (@Bob_Casey) November 21, 2024
“I’m grateful to the thousands of people who worked to make sure that every eligible vote cast could be counted, including election officials in all 67 counties,” Casey added. “When a Pennsylvanian takes the time to cast a legal vote, often waiting in long lines and taking time away from their work and family, they deserve to know that their vote will count. That’s democracy.”
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