It was the kind of exchange that Ms. Haley has used to steadily build momentum — and it seems to be paying off.
In diners, gyms and event halls across New Hampshire and South Carolina, the state she led for six years, voters have recently shown increased interest in Ms. Haley’s campaign, with a palpable shift in energy.
In South Carolina, where her homecoming had the feel of a rally, Ms. Haley’s message appeared to resonate.
Her campaign officials said they had to move the event to a larger location last week after so many people signed up to attend.
Ms. Haley remains far behind the former president she served under, who continues to dominate in national polls, as well as in surveys in every early-voting state.
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