Civic Compass candidate profile Candidate: Claiborne Linvill Race: South Carolina House of Representatives — SC House District 3 Party: Democratic Data source: Database-backed profile Election slug: sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Open online: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/claiborne-linvill-democratic?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Compare this race: https://www.ballotvibe.com/races/sc-2026-south-carolina-house-of-representatives-sc-house-district-3?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Open ballot plan: https://www.ballotvibe.com/plan?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment#plan-sc-2026-south-carolina-house-of-representatives-sc-house-district-3 Flag candidate evidence: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+South+Carolina+House+of+Representatives+%E2%80%94+SC+House+District+3#corrections Exported: 2026-11-08T10:42:40.365Z Summary Claiborne Linvill candidate profile assembled from imported source documents and evidence claims. Biography Age: Not sourced yet Career: Not sourced yet Evidence coverage Claims loaded: 31 Source-backed claims: 31 Issue position coverage: 100% Position confidence: medium Unknown issue axes: 0 Top issue positions 1. Healthcare — support (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: IMPROVE AFFORDABILITY Focus on improving access to healthcare, childcare and attainable housing, and lower taxes for working families. 2. Cost of living / housing — support (high confidence) Evidence: 6 items across 6 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Cost of living: Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? SUPPORT PUBLIC EDUCATION Give teachers the tools they need, instituting reforms like increased play, decreased tes 3. Taxes and spending — support (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 1 source Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available Summary: Claiborne Linvill's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Public investment and taxes; this is not candidate-specific evidence. 4. Jobs and economy — support (low confidence) Evidence: 1 item across 1 source Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available Summary: Claiborne Linvill's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Jobs and worker protections; this is not candidate-specific evidence. 5. Education — support (high confidence) Evidence: 4 items across 3 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: Who represents me? What's on my ballot? • Elections in 2026 • How to vote • How to run for office • Ballot measures Government Who represents me? • U.S. President • U.S. Congress • Federal courts • State executives • State legislature • State and local courts • Cou 6. Public safety / crime — oppose (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: District 104 George Blumenthal * William Bailey * (i) District 105 David Wilson *   Kevin J. 7. Immigration — support (low confidence) Evidence: 1 item across 1 source Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available Summary: Claiborne Linvill's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Pathway citizenship legal immigration; this is not candidate-specific evidence. 8. Civil liberties and privacy — support (high confidence) Evidence: 3 items across 3 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Infrastructure: Atwood Tom Hartnett  (i) District 111 Wendell Gilliard  (i) District 112 Jenna Arsenault   Joe Bustos  (i) District 113 Courtney Waters  (i) District 114 Kelly Hough   Gary Brewer  (i) District 115 Nick Uricchio Johnnie G Campaign promises and policy plans 1. Infrastructure Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Infrastructure: Atwood Tom Hartnett  (i) District 111 Wendell Gilliard  (i) District 112 Jenna Arsenault   Joe Bustos  (i) District 113 Courtney Waters  (i) District 114 Kelly Hough   Gary Brewer  (i) District 115 Nick Uricchio Johnnie G Quote: “Atwood Tom Hartnett  (i) District 111 Wendell Gilliard  (i) District 112 Jenna Arsenault   Joe Bustos  (i) District 113 Courtney Waters  (i) District 114 Kelly Hough   Gary Brewer  (i) District 115 Nick Uricchio Johnnie Garmon District 116 Clay N.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 2. Cost of living Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Cost of living: District 96 Vivian Elston * Perry Finch Hunter Hackett Scotty Whetstone District 97 Cathy Jaggars *   Robby Robbins * (i) District 98 Sonja Ogletree Satani * Greg Ford * (i) District 99 Jacob Goddard Samuel Price Jarrod Brooks Kristy Gore Da Quote: “District 96 Vivian Elston * Perry Finch Hunter Hackett Scotty Whetstone District 97 Cathy Jaggars *   Robby Robbins * (i) District 98 Sonja Ogletree Satani * Greg Ford * (i) District 99 Jacob Goddard Samuel Price Jarrod Brooks Kristy Gore David Herndon Shawn Pinkston District 100 Crystal Campbell * Sylleste Davis * (i) District 101 Roger Kirby  (i) Martin Cunningham Cheryl Lane Arnie Borowsky * District 102 Montez Aiken Katie McCravy Harriet Holman * (i) District 103 Carl Anderson  (i) Wendell Padgett The Republican primary was canceled.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 3. Public safety Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: District 104 George Blumenthal * William Bailey * (i) District 105 David Wilson *   Kevin J. Quote: “District 104 George Blumenthal * William Bailey * (i) District 105 David Wilson *   Kevin J.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 4. Cost of living Claiborne Linvill's upstatetoday.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: How would you like to pay? I Agree to the Subscription Terms of Use. This service will be automatically renewed and your credit card billed once it nears expiration. Secure transaction. Secure transaction. Cancel anytime. × You're all set! Thank you . Your gift Quote: “How would you like to pay? I Agree to the Subscription Terms of Use. This service will be automatically renewed and your credit card billed once it nears expiration. Secure transaction. Secure transaction. Cancel anytime. × You're all set! Thank you . Your gift purchase was successful! Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. Rate: Begins: Transaction ID: A receipt was sent to your email. OK × An error occurred This offer is currently unavailable. Close” Source: State House candidates talk platforms | News | upstatetoday.com — https://upstatetoday.com/news/state-house-candidates-talk-platforms/article_297a4a95-810d-4652-8f12-02e31516beb8.html 5. Cost of living Claiborne Linvill's claibornelinvill.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Why should I vote for Claiborne Linvill? After four years on Pickens County Council, I’m ready to represent our area in the state house. I will work diligently for a more affordable quality of life, better roads, and less government intervention. I will be a new, Quote: “Why should I vote for Claiborne Linvill? After four years on Pickens County Council, I’m ready to represent our area in the state house. I will work diligently for a more affordable quality of life, better roads, and less government intervention. I will be a new, strong voice for Clemson, Central and Six Mile, and a much-needed positive change in South Carolina state politics. I’d be honored to have your vote. *Not sure if you're registered to vote? Visit www.scvotes.gov to check your status. Meet Claiborne Support Contact Facebook Instagram Back To Top Error Message ×” Source: How to Vote in Clemson, Central, Six Mile — https://www.claibornelinvill.com/vote 6. Cost of living Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Cost of living: Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? SUPPORT PUBLIC EDUCATION Give teachers the tools they need, instituting reforms like increased play, decreased tes Quote: “Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? SUPPORT PUBLIC EDUCATION Give teachers the tools they need, instituting reforms like increased play, decreased testing and expanded reading programs, to better prepare students for college and careers. REFORM STATE GOVERNMENT Put an end to government overreach, increase transparency and focus on priorities like improving our roads and lowering the cost of living.” Source: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill 7. Election integrity Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Two of my key passions are expanding high quality childcare and making South Carolina more resilient. My work on county council has allowed me to attend trainings and work with experts around Quote: “What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Two of my key passions are expanding high quality childcare and making South Carolina more resilient. My work on county council has allowed me to attend trainings and work with experts around the state on both of these issues. When it comes to caring for and educating our youngest children, helping more families work, making SC businesses more successful, caring for our environment, mitigating future disasters and ensuring smart development, I am experienced, passionate, and ready to make a difference at the state house. Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.” Source: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill 8. Healthcare Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: IMPROVE AFFORDABILITY Focus on improving access to healthcare, childcare and attainable housing, and lower taxes for working families. Quote: “IMPROVE AFFORDABILITY Focus on improving access to healthcare, childcare and attainable housing, and lower taxes for working families.” Source: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill 9. Campaign finance Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Campaign finance: Campaign finance summary Campaign finance information for this candidate is not yet available from OpenSecrets . Quote: “Campaign finance summary Campaign finance information for this candidate is not yet available from OpenSecrets .” Source: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill Source-backed claims 1. Infrastructure — supports Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Infrastructure: Atwood Tom Hartnett  (i) District 111 Wendell Gilliard  (i) District 112 Jenna Arsenault   Joe Bustos  (i) District 113 Courtney Waters  (i) District 114 Kelly Hough   Gary Brewer  (i) District 115 Nick Uricchio Johnnie G Quote: “Atwood Tom Hartnett  (i) District 111 Wendell Gilliard  (i) District 112 Jenna Arsenault   Joe Bustos  (i) District 113 Courtney Waters  (i) District 114 Kelly Hough   Gary Brewer  (i) District 115 Nick Uricchio Johnnie Garmon District 116 Clay N.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 2. Cost of living — supports Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Cost of living: District 96 Vivian Elston * Perry Finch Hunter Hackett Scotty Whetstone District 97 Cathy Jaggars *   Robby Robbins * (i) District 98 Sonja Ogletree Satani * Greg Ford * (i) District 99 Jacob Goddard Samuel Price Jarrod Brooks Kristy Gore Da Quote: “District 96 Vivian Elston * Perry Finch Hunter Hackett Scotty Whetstone District 97 Cathy Jaggars *   Robby Robbins * (i) District 98 Sonja Ogletree Satani * Greg Ford * (i) District 99 Jacob Goddard Samuel Price Jarrod Brooks Kristy Gore David Herndon Shawn Pinkston District 100 Crystal Campbell * Sylleste Davis * (i) District 101 Roger Kirby  (i) Martin Cunningham Cheryl Lane Arnie Borowsky * District 102 Montez Aiken Katie McCravy Harriet Holman * (i) District 103 Carl Anderson  (i) Wendell Padgett The Republican primary was canceled.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 3. Public safety — promised Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: District 104 George Blumenthal * William Bailey * (i) District 105 David Wilson *   Kevin J. Quote: “District 104 George Blumenthal * William Bailey * (i) District 105 David Wilson *   Kevin J.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 4. Cost of living — promised Claiborne Linvill's upstatetoday.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: How would you like to pay? I Agree to the Subscription Terms of Use. This service will be automatically renewed and your credit card billed once it nears expiration. Secure transaction. Secure transaction. Cancel anytime. × You're all set! Thank you . Your gift Quote: “How would you like to pay? I Agree to the Subscription Terms of Use. This service will be automatically renewed and your credit card billed once it nears expiration. Secure transaction. Secure transaction. Cancel anytime. × You're all set! Thank you . Your gift purchase was successful! Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. Rate: Begins: Transaction ID: A receipt was sent to your email. OK × An error occurred This offer is currently unavailable. Close” Source: State House candidates talk platforms | News | upstatetoday.com — https://upstatetoday.com/news/state-house-candidates-talk-platforms/article_297a4a95-810d-4652-8f12-02e31516beb8.html 5. Education — voted_no Claiborne Linvill's claibornelinvill.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Education: Who is on the ballot? First, please do not vote straight ticket . Doing so will risk your vote not being made in some key elections. Please skip the first screen asking for a single-party vote, and instead go through each office to select your choice. I'm on the ballot Quote: “Who is on the ballot? First, please do not vote straight ticket . Doing so will risk your vote not being made in some key elections. Please skip the first screen asking for a single-party vote, and instead go through each office to select your choice. I'm on the ballot as the Democrat running for South Carolina State House, District 3. To see your sample ballot, visit www.scvotes.gov . To learn more about candidates on your ballot, including Governor, Senator, Superintendent of Education, City Council Members and more, visit www.vote411.org .” Source: How to Vote in Clemson, Central, Six Mile — https://www.claibornelinvill.com/vote 6. Cost of living — promised Claiborne Linvill's claibornelinvill.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Why should I vote for Claiborne Linvill? After four years on Pickens County Council, I’m ready to represent our area in the state house. I will work diligently for a more affordable quality of life, better roads, and less government intervention. I will be a new, Quote: “Why should I vote for Claiborne Linvill? After four years on Pickens County Council, I’m ready to represent our area in the state house. I will work diligently for a more affordable quality of life, better roads, and less government intervention. I will be a new, strong voice for Clemson, Central and Six Mile, and a much-needed positive change in South Carolina state politics. I’d be honored to have your vote. *Not sure if you're registered to vote? Visit www.scvotes.gov to check your status. Meet Claiborne Support Contact Facebook Instagram Back To Top Error Message ×” Source: How to Vote in Clemson, Central, Six Mile — https://www.claibornelinvill.com/vote 7. Election integrity — voted_no Claiborne Linvill's claibornelinvill.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Election integrity: Doing so will risk your vote not being made in some key elections. Quote: “Doing so will risk your vote not being made in some key elections.” Source: How to Vote in Clemson, Central, Six Mile — https://www.claibornelinvill.com/vote 8. Civil liberties and privacy — supports Claiborne Linvill's upstatetoday.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Civil liberties and privacy: Don't have the app? What we do Features Blog Security For Business Who we are About us Careers Brand Center Privacy Use WhatsApp Android iPhone Mac/PC WhatsApp Web Quote: “Don't have the app? What we do Features Blog Security For Business Who we are About us Careers Brand Center Privacy Use WhatsApp Android iPhone Mac/PC WhatsApp Web” Source: Share on WhatsApp — https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?text=https%3A%2F%2Fupstatetoday.com%2Fnews%2Fstate-house-candidates-talk-platforms%2Farticle_297a4a95-810d-4652-8f12-02e31516beb8.html&type=custom_url&app_absent=0 9. Cost of living — promised Claiborne Linvill's claibornelinvill.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: After four years serving on Pickens County Council, Claiborne is ready to tackle state issues that will make a positive difference for everyday people: Making life more affordable, supporting educators and students, fixing local roads, and pushing back on governme Quote: “After four years serving on Pickens County Council, Claiborne is ready to tackle state issues that will make a positive difference for everyday people: Making life more affordable, supporting educators and students, fixing local roads, and pushing back on government overreach.” Source: ActBlue — https://secure.actblue.com/donate/claiborne-linvill-1 10. Election integrity — supports Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: Claiborne Linvill (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for South Carolina House of Representatives District 3 without appearing on the ballot. Quote: “Claiborne Linvill (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for South Carolina House of Representatives District 3 without appearing on the ballot.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives District 3 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_District_3 11. Election integrity — supports Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: The candidate list in this election may not be complete. Quote: “The candidate list in this election may not be complete.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 12. Cost of living — supports Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Cost of living: Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? SUPPORT PUBLIC EDUCATION Give teachers the tools they need, instituting reforms like increased play, decreased tes Quote: “Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? SUPPORT PUBLIC EDUCATION Give teachers the tools they need, instituting reforms like increased play, decreased testing and expanded reading programs, to better prepare students for college and careers. REFORM STATE GOVERNMENT Put an end to government overreach, increase transparency and focus on priorities like improving our roads and lowering the cost of living.” Source: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill Use this as a portable research snapshot; verify live sources before making final voting decisions.