Graham: Man of great faith, fierce fighter for South Carolina, America

(The Center Square) – From colleagues in both major parties to leaders of foreign nations, appreciation for the public service of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham has been overwhelming since he died Saturday night.

Graham, two days after his 71st birthday, had a tear of the aorta according to the preliminary medical examiner’s report. A cause of death will be forthcoming.

Darline Graham Nordone, his sister, was sworn in Tuesday afternoon. She was chosen to fulfill the remainder of his term this calendar year by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster with full support of Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., and second-term Republican President Donald Trump.

“I think this is what Lindsey would have wanted,” Nordone said. “I promise to work hard over the next several months to carry forward the efforts of my brother.”

Graham’s legacy through four terms each in the Senate and House of Representatives ran strong on foreign policy and national security. He challenged Trump, both in the 2016...