WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on Charlottesville.

“Mr. President, like most I seek to move our nation, my state, and our party forward - toward the light - not back to the darkness. 

“Your tweet honoring Miss Heyer was very nice and appropriate.  Well done. 

“However, because of the manner in which you have handled the Charlottesville tragedy you are now receiving praise from some of the most racist and hate-filled individuals and groups in our country.  For the sake of our Nation -- as our President -- please fix this.

“History is watching us all.”

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