There could be 5 black conservative Republicans in Congress next year even without any major upsets.
Tim Scott was as good as elected to Congress tonight; if Bill Hardiman wins the MI-03 primary (which he’s favored to do), he’ll be as good as elected to Congress that night as well. Allen West in FL-22 and Ryan Frazier in CO-07 should have at least even odds of winning the general in their politically marginal districts. And don’t forget about Vernon Parker, who should be competitive in a very crowded primary field to replace Shadegg in his AZ district (where the primary winner is guaranteed victory in November).
There haven’t been 4 or 5 black Republicans in Congress since the 1870s. It’s about time.
Add William Randall NC-13 to that list.
I did forget all about Vernon Parker. ;D
I merely neglected Fraizer. He should take his primary against Lang Sias.
Definitely agree on Vernon Parker— he has sheriff Arpaio’s endorsement, and in a multi-candidate race could well stand out enough to come in first. Main competition seems to be Ben Quayle (Dan’s son) who has $$$.
What say you AZ folk?