Sen. Lindsey Graham has carefully evaded conservative attacks , political analysts say . According to the New York Times , Graham was raised in the town of Central , South Carolina , the son of a pool hall owner , and only managed a combined score of 800 on his SATs . His alliances with tea party lawmakers , large war chest contributed to his primary victory . Graham is a quick study who has learned how to change stances and positions depending on political circumstances .
Sen. Lindsey Graham has carefully evaded conservative attacks , political analysts say . His alliances with tea party lawmakers , large war chest contributed to his primary victory . Graham is a quick study who has learned how to change stances and positions depending on political circumstances .