Civic Compass candidate profile Candidate: James E Jim Clyburn Race: U.S. House — SC-06 Party: Democratic Data source: Database-backed profile Election slug: sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Open online: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/james-e-jim-clyburn-democratic?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Compare this race: https://www.ballotvibe.com/races/sc-2026-u-s-house-sc-06?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Open ballot plan: https://www.ballotvibe.com/plan?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment#plan-sc-2026-u-s-house-sc-06 Flag candidate evidence: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=James+E+Jim+Clyburn+%E2%80%94+U.S.+House+%E2%80%94+SC-06#corrections Exported: 2026-11-08T10:41:26.438Z Summary James E Jim Clyburn candidate profile assembled from imported source documents and evidence claims. Biography Age: Not sourced yet Career: Not sourced yet Evidence coverage Claims loaded: 54 Source-backed claims: 54 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 — Official federal incumbent cosponsored-legislation record Summary: James E Jim Clyburn cosponsored HR. 4206: CONNECT for Health Act of 2025, an official congressional action mapped to Healthcare. 2. Cost of living / housing — support (low confidence) Evidence: 1 item across 1 source Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available Summary: James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Cost of living public intervention; this is not candidate-specific evidence. 3. Taxes and spending — oppose (high confidence) Evidence: 3 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Official federal incumbent cosponsored-legislation record Summary: James E Jim Clyburn cosponsored HR. 7481: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, an official congressional action mapped to Taxes and spending. 4. Jobs and economy — support (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Official federal incumbent cosponsored-legislation record Summary: James E Jim Clyburn cosponsored HR. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025, an official congressional action mapped to Jobs and economy. 5. Education — support (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Official federal incumbent cosponsored-legislation record Summary: James E Jim Clyburn cosponsored HR. 9289: Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026, an official congressional action mapped to Education. 6. Public safety / crime — oppose (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Official federal incumbent cosponsored-legislation record Summary: James E Jim Clyburn cosponsored HR. 7481: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, an official congressional action mapped to Public safety. 7. Immigration — oppose (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Official federal incumbent cosponsored-legislation record Summary: James E Jim Clyburn cosponsored HR. 7481: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, an official congressional action mapped to Immigration. 8. Civil liberties and privacy — support (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Official federal incumbent sponsored-legislation record Summary: James E Jim Clyburn sponsored H.R. 9269: Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network Act, an official congressional action mapped to Civil liberties and privacy. Campaign promises and policy plans 1. Jobs and economy James E Jim Clyburn's sportingnews.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: What is an over/under in sports betting? An over/under is a bet when you are wagering on whether the combined score of both teams will be higher or lower than the number set by the sportsbook. Conversely, it's essentially the equivalent of totals betting. MORE: Re Quote: “What is an over/under in sports betting? An over/under is a bet when you are wagering on whether the combined score of both teams will be higher or lower than the number set by the sportsbook. Conversely, it's essentially the equivalent of totals betting. MORE: Reviewing the best World Cup betting sites How over/under bets work A sportsbook usually sets a number and you pick whether you want to take the over (the probability that the total score will be higher than the number) or the under (the probability that the total score will be lower than the number).” Source: Totals betting, explained: Complete guide to how over/unders work, how to bet them, tips, strategies and more | Sporting News — https://www.sportingnews.com/us/betting/news/totals-betting-explained-over-unders/78c85fa1fe900fabb091d51e 2. Education James E Jim Clyburn's sportingnews.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Education: What is a licensed sportsbook and why does it matter? The main national responsible gambling resources in the United States which provide support, counseling, and tools for anyone who may be struggling with gambling habits are: National Problem Gambling Helpline Network: Quote: “What is a licensed sportsbook and why does it matter? The main national responsible gambling resources in the United States which provide support, counseling, and tools for anyone who may be struggling with gambling habits are: National Problem Gambling Helpline Network: Can be reached by calling or texting 1-800-GAMBLER. It is available 24/7 and connects you to confidential local help services in your state. This hotline is operated in partnership with state agencies and the National Council on Problem Gambling. National Council on Problem Gambling: Provides education, prevention programs, and treatment referrals nationwide. Their website also includes self-assessment tools and resources for families affected by gambling issues. Gamblers Anonymous: A peer-support fellowship that offers in-person and virtual meetings across the country, based on a 12-step recovery model. Most licensed sportsbooks and betting apps in the U.S. are also required to offer responsible gambling tools, such as deposit limits, time limits, self-exclusion programs, and cooling-off periods.” Source: States with legal sports betting: State-by-state guide to where sportsbook wagering is allowed in the US | Sporting News — https://www.sportingnews.com/us/betting/states 3. Infrastructure James E Jim Clyburn's sportingnews.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Infrastructure: Can I bring outside food or beverages into Hard Rock Stadium? No, you can't bring outside food and beverages into Hard Rock Stadium. The stadium will only allow one factory-sealed 20 ounce water bottle or one empty, reusable non-metal 20 ounce bottle per person into Quote: “Can I bring outside food or beverages into Hard Rock Stadium? No, you can't bring outside food and beverages into Hard Rock Stadium. The stadium will only allow one factory-sealed 20 ounce water bottle or one empty, reusable non-metal 20 ounce bottle per person into the venue.” Source: Hard Rock Stadium Guide: World Cup schedule, concerts, seating map, hotels, parking, bags policy & more in Miami | Sporting News — https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/hard-rock-stadium-schedule-seat-map-hotels-parking-bag-policy/8f439003d5a28921235908e5 4. Environment and energy James E Jim Clyburn's sportingnews.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Environment and energy: What's the difference between online and in-person sports betting? In-person sports betting is when you got to a physical sportsbook location usually inside a casino or racetrack. You can walk into a sportsbook window or kiosk, fill out a betting slip or use Quote: “What's the difference between online and in-person sports betting? In-person sports betting is when you got to a physical sportsbook location usually inside a casino or racetrack. You can walk into a sportsbook window or kiosk, fill out a betting slip or use a self-serve machine. You can be cash or even use a casino account and will receive a paper ticket for your bet afterwards. James Best James Best is a sports betting writer at The Sporting News, where he covers sports betting, fantasy football, football, combat sports and more. He joined The Sporting News in 2025 after previous editorial roles with ESPN, where he worked as a Fantasy and Sports Betting Editor, and NBC Sports, where he served as a content producer. A knowledgeable voice across the sports landscape, James brings experience in digital publishing, fantasy analysis, sports betting content and live-event coverage. He is a passionate New York sports fan, a football and combat sports enthusiast, and holds a black belt in Tiger Schulmann’s Martial Arts.” Source: States with legal sports betting: State-by-state guide to where sportsbook wagering is allowed in the US | Sporting News — https://www.sportingnews.com/us/betting/states 5. Cost of living James E Jim Clyburn's sportingnews.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Is Kalshi legal? Kalshi is essentially a prediction marketplace. Instead of placing a bet, a user on Kalshi can buy and sell contracts, or shares, that are tied to a specific event and outcome. Each contract is built around a simple yes-or-no question such as "Will Quote: “Is Kalshi legal? Kalshi is essentially a prediction marketplace. Instead of placing a bet, a user on Kalshi can buy and sell contracts, or shares, that are tied to a specific event and outcome. Each contract is built around a simple yes-or-no question such as "Will Aaron Judge win AL MVP?" or "Will the Knicks beat the Bucks?" For beginners, the main thing to learn is how contracts, prices and payouts work together. The concept may seem simple, but there's a learning curve in figuring out the right times to buy and sell and how the prices change. This guide will help you understand the basics of prediction markets, and the Kalshi platform in particular.” Source: What is Kalshi and how does it work? A guide to trading, pricing and sports | Sporting News — https://www.sportingnews.com/us/predictions-markets/news/kalshi-guide-trading-contracts-pricing/aa299c105777f9d3d34f85a9 6. Jobs and economy James E Jim Clyburn's sportingnews.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: What is an over/under in sports betting? An over/under is a bet when you are wagering on whether the combined score of both teams will be higher or lower than the number set by the sportsbook. Conversely, it's essentially the equivalent of totals betting. MORE: Re Quote: “What is an over/under in sports betting? An over/under is a bet when you are wagering on whether the combined score of both teams will be higher or lower than the number set by the sportsbook. Conversely, it's essentially the equivalent of totals betting. MORE: Reviewing the best World Cup betting sites How over/under bets work A sportsbook usually sets a number and you pick whether you want to take the over (the probability that the total score will be higher than the number) or the under (the probability that the total score will be lower than the number).” Source: Totals betting, explained: Complete guide to how over/unders work, how to bet them, tips, strategies and more | Sporting News — https://www.sportingnews.com/us/betting/news/totals-betting-explained-over-unders/78c85fa1fe900fabb091d51e 7. Education James E Jim Clyburn's sportingnews.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Education: What is a licensed sportsbook and why does it matter? The main national responsible gambling resources in the United States which provide support, counseling, and tools for anyone who may be struggling with gambling habits are: National Problem Gambling Helpline Network: Quote: “What is a licensed sportsbook and why does it matter? The main national responsible gambling resources in the United States which provide support, counseling, and tools for anyone who may be struggling with gambling habits are: National Problem Gambling Helpline Network: Can be reached by calling or texting 1-800-GAMBLER. It is available 24/7 and connects you to confidential local help services in your state. This hotline is operated in partnership with state agencies and the National Council on Problem Gambling. National Council on Problem Gambling: Provides education, prevention programs, and treatment referrals nationwide. Their website also includes self-assessment tools and resources for families affected by gambling issues. Gamblers Anonymous: A peer-support fellowship that offers in-person and virtual meetings across the country, based on a 12-step recovery model. Most licensed sportsbooks and betting apps in the U.S. are also required to offer responsible gambling tools, such as deposit limits, time limits, self-exclusion programs, and cooling-off periods.” Source: States with legal sports betting: State-by-state guide to where sportsbook wagering is allowed in the US | Sporting News — https://www.sportingnews.com/us/betting/states 8. Infrastructure James E Jim Clyburn's sportingnews.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Infrastructure: What is DraftKings Predictions? “We will create an unparalleled customer experience, leveraging key strategic relationships like ESPN and NBCUniversal to provide an authentic, real-time product that moves at the speed of sports," said Corey Gottlieb, Chief Product O Quote: “What is DraftKings Predictions? “We will create an unparalleled customer experience, leveraging key strategic relationships like ESPN and NBCUniversal to provide an authentic, real-time product that moves at the speed of sports," said Corey Gottlieb, Chief Product Officer of DraftKings . “Along with our operational footprint, marketing and analytics infrastructure and advanced in-house technology, we believe we are uniquely positioned to lead this space over the long term.” Each market asks a clear yes-or-no question tied to a specific outcome and date. For example, a market may ask whether a team will win a game on a given night or if a team will win the championship in its respective sport.” Source: DraftKings Predictions: How it works, available states and everything you need to know | Sporting News — https://www.sportingnews.com/us/predictions-markets/news/draftkings-predictions-guide-states-contracts-pricing/7a62544f5a4cf2e8414ab015 9. Cost of living James E Jim Clyburn's biblestudytools.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Why Study Theology? Pray for my husband, he had been cheating with other woman Prayer 1 11 July 8, 2026 Prayer request to get a job. Prayer 1 8 July 8, 2026 Your Daily Prayer Devotional Discussion Daily Devotionals 57 11372 July 8, 2026 1 Timothy 6:9-10 The Greed Quote: “Why Study Theology? Pray for my husband, he had been cheating with other woman Prayer 1 11 July 8, 2026 Prayer request to get a job. Prayer 1 8 July 8, 2026 Your Daily Prayer Devotional Discussion Daily Devotionals 57 11372 July 8, 2026 1 Timothy 6:9-10 The Greed of the current US Administration from Biblical view. Theology 21 110 July 8, 2026” Source: Christian Forums at Crosswalk - Faith Community — https://forums.crosswalk.com/ 10. Taxes and spending James E Jim Clyburn's biblegateway.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Taxes and spending: don't have an account? posting of changes to these terms will mean that you accept those changes. Information ASL Collects about You Information You Provide . You may choose to provide to ASL certain personal information, whether over the telephone, on the Sites Quote: “don't have an account? posting of changes to these terms will mean that you accept those changes. Information ASL Collects about You Information You Provide . You may choose to provide to ASL certain personal information, whether over the telephone, on the Sites, via email, or at a live events. The types of "Personal Information" that you may provide to ASL include: Contact information, such as name, postal address, email address, and phone number (collectively referred to as "Personally Identifiable Information" or "PII"); Payment and tax information, such as your credit card number, expiration date, delivery address and billing address, banking account, and tax-related information (collectively referred to as "Financial Information"); Demographic information, including characteristics of protected classifications, such as your age, gender or ethnicity; Transaction information, such as products and services purchased;” Source: Privacy Policy — https://www.westbowpress.com/en/privacy-policy Source-backed claims 1. Abortion and reproductive rights — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Abortion and reproductive rights; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Abortion and reproductive rights.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 2. Gun safety background checks and red flag laws — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Gun safety background checks and red flag laws; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Gun safety background checks and red flag laws.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 3. Civil liberties and privacy protections — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Civil liberties and privacy protections; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Civil liberties and privacy protections.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 4. Public education funding — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Public education funding; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Public education funding.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 5. Healthcare expansion — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Healthcare expansion; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Healthcare expansion.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 6. Jobs and worker protections — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Jobs and worker protections; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Jobs and worker protections.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 7. Public investment and taxes — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Public investment and taxes; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Public investment and taxes.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 8. Cost of living public intervention — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Cost of living public intervention; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Cost of living public intervention.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 9. Criminal justice reform and public safety accountability — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Criminal justice reform and public safety accountability; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Criminal justice reform and public safety accountability.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 10. Pathway citizenship legal immigration — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Pathway citizenship legal immigration; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Pathway citizenship legal immigration.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 11. Voting rights democracy and elections — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Voting rights democracy and elections; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Voting rights democracy and elections.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback 12. Clean energy climate and environment — party_position_inferred James E Jim Clyburn's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Clean energy climate and environment; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Quote: “Democratic party fallback supports Clean energy climate and environment.” Source: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback Use this as a portable research snapshot; verify live sources before making final voting decisions.