Polls for Democratic Runoff for S.C. Senate 42 Open Tuesday

Polls open 7 a.m. Tuesday to decide who will be the Democratic nominee in the S.C. Senate 42 special election to replace Sen. Robert Ford.

The race is between Marlon Kimpson and Maurice Washington. Kimpson failed to secure more than 50 percent of the vote during the Aug. 12 primary, but held the most votes among all the candidates, including Washington.

Many insiders have claimed Washington is not a true Democrat, and Washington acknowledged his uphill climb during his Aug. 12 victory speech, saying he has to defeat the Democratic machine.

Polls close at 7 p.m. S.C. Senate 42 includes portions of Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties. Click here to see a map.

The special election against Republican Bill Shuman is Oct. 1. S.C. Senate 42 District includes parts of Charleston and Dorchester counties. The seat was vacated by Ford amid ethics charges.