Republican U.S. Senate nominee Katie Britt was greeted by a crowd of supporters at the Montgomery polling site of Huntington College’s Drum Theater.

After casting her ballot, Britt released a statement lauding the support she had received from Alabama’s electorate throughout the race.

“Seeing so many children and parents come out to cheer us on this morning reinforced why we’re doing this — to preserve the American Dream for generations to come,” said Britt. “We are blown away by the enthusiasm we’ve seen in every corner of our state.”

The Yellowhammer State’s “future is on the ballot,” according to the U.S. Senate hopeful.

“It is clear that Alabamians are ready to send a loud and clear message at the ballot box today, and we are truly grateful for the prayers, encouragement, volunteer work, and support from so many people across Alabama,” she said. “I will work tirelessly every single day in the U.S. Senate to make Alabama proud. Please remind your family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues to get out the vote, because our future is on the ballot.”

“Together, we’ll save the country we know and love for our children and our children’s children.”

Britt is facing Democrat Will Boyd for the seat held by retiring U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Tuscaloosa).

Dylan Smith is the editor of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @DylanSmithAL