August 23, 2020 / By mobanmarket
Billionaire businessman Tom SteyerTom SteyerBloomberg wages war on COVID-19, but will he abandon his war on coal? Overnight Energy: 600K clean energy jobs lost during pandemic, report finds | Democrats target diseases spread by wildlife | Energy Dept. to buy 1M barrels of oil Ocasio-Cortez, Schiff team up to boost youth voter turnout MORE dropped out of the presidential race after a disappointing showing in South Carolina’s primary.
Steyer’s poor showing came after he had made a big play for South Carolina. Results with 85 percent of precincts reporting showed him with just over 11 percent of the vote, below the 15 percent threshold needed to win delegates from the state.
Former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenHillicon Valley: Biden calls on Facebook to change political speech rules | Dems demand hearings after Georgia election chaos | Microsoft stops selling facial recognition tech to police Trump finalizing executive order calling on police to use ‘force with compassion’ The Hill’s Campaign Report: Biden campaign goes on offensive against Facebook MORE won South Carolina decisively, with Sen. Bernie SandersBernie SandersThe Hill’s 12:30 Report: Milley apologizes for church photo-op Harris grapples with defund the police movement amid veep talk Biden courts younger voters — who have been a weakness MORE (I-Vt.) placing a distant second and Steyer finishing third.
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“There’s no question today that this campaign, we were disappointed with where we came out,” Steyer said in his concession speech. “But I said, if I didn’t see a path to winning, that I’d suspend my campaign. And honestly, I can’t see a path where I can win the presidency.”
The philanthropist had poured over $20 million of his own money into South Carolina to fund an advertising blitz, offering competitive campaign salaries and hiring many businesses owned by African Americans, who make up the majority of the Democratic electorate in the state.
However, he was unable to overcome Biden’s strong support among African Americans.
Steyer has struggled to stand out in the race, finishing far behind the pack in Iowa and New Hampshire, while notching a fifth-place finish in Nevada.
The billionaire businessman vowed to support the ultimate Democratic presidential nominee, saying any of the contenders would be “a million times better” than President TrumpDonald John TrumpSenate advances public lands bill in late-night vote Warren, Democrats urge Trump to back down from veto threat over changing Confederate-named bases Esper orders ‘After Action Review’ of National Guard’s role in protests MORE, while promising to stay involved in South Carolina.
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“I’m not leaving. You may want me out of here. I’m not leaving. We’re already figuring out ways in fact to make sure that we stay in South Carolina,” he said.
“Lindsey GrahamLindsey Olin GrahamHillicon Valley: Biden calls on Facebook to change political speech rules | Dems demand hearings after Georgia election chaos | Microsoft stops selling facial recognition tech to police OVERNIGHT DEFENSE: Joint Chiefs chairman says he regrets participating in Trump photo-op | GOP senators back Joint Chiefs chairman who voiced regret over Trump photo-op | Senate panel approves 0B defense policy bill GOP senators back Joint Chiefs chairman who voiced regret over Trump photo-op MORE’s a disaster. He’s the disaster here. So of course I’ll be working on that,” he added, hinting he would be involved in the effort to unseat Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.).
Steyer said he still felt vindicated by his campaign, which centered around ending corporate corruption, rectifying racial inequities and advocating for solutions to tackle climate change. He also made term limits for Congress and reparations for African Americans focal points of his White House bid.
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“I didn’t get into this race and start talking about things to try to get votes. I was in this race to talk about things that I care the most about and that I continue to care the most about,” he said. “This has been a great experience. I have zero regrets.”
Updated at 9:57 p.m.
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