Civic Compass candidate profile Candidate: Lynn Ramirez Race: South Carolina House of Representatives — SC House District 16 Party: Democratic Data source: Database-backed profile Election slug: sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Open online: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/lynn-ramirez-democratic?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Compare this race: https://www.ballotvibe.com/races/sc-2026-south-carolina-house-of-representatives-sc-house-district-16?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-16 Flag candidate evidence: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Lynn+Ramirez+%E2%80%94+South+Carolina+House+of+Representatives+%E2%80%94+SC+House+District+16#corrections Exported: 2026-11-08T10:41:08.466Z Summary Lynn Ramirez candidate profile assembled from imported source documents and evidence claims. Biography Age: Not sourced yet Career: Not sourced yet Evidence coverage Claims loaded: 46 Source-backed claims: 46 Issue position coverage: 100% Position confidence: medium Unknown issue axes: 0 Top issue positions 1. Healthcare — support (high confidence) Evidence: 4 items across 4 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Lynn Ramirez's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: Supreme Court Federal courts State government Ballot measures Municipal government School boards Recalls Education policy on Ballotpedia Public policy Administrative state Criminal justice policy Education policy Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) Fe 2. Cost of living / housing — support (high confidence) Evidence: 5 items across 5 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Lynn Ramirez's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Cost of living: Congress State executives State legislators State courts Ballot measures Municipal government List of school districts in South Carolina Newsletters The Daily Brew The Weekly Brew The Ballot Bulletin Checks and Balances Economy and Society Hall Pass Number of the D 3. Taxes and spending — oppose (high confidence) Evidence: 4 items across 3 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Taxes and spending: Trustees set district policy, approve the multi-billion-dollar budget, hire and evaluate the superintendent, and provide oversight of curriculum implementation, student services, and district operations. 4. Jobs and economy — support (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Taxes and spending: What are your criteria for the United States' continuing military support and involvement in other regions of the world? What is your position on US immigration policy? Are there changes you would support? Please explain your answer. What measures, 5. Education — support (high confidence) Evidence: 7 items across 6 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Lynn Ramirez'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 • Counties 6. Public safety / crime — oppose (high confidence) Evidence: 4 items across 4 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Lynn Ramirez'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 — oppose (high confidence) Evidence: 4 items across 4 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Immigration: Tofuola Alofipo (Rep) Compare Rank Kelly Chapman (Rep) Compare Rank Spencer Lloyd Ridenour (Dem) Compare Rank Carl Vincent Spotleson (Dem) Compare Rank Gabriela Wyett (Dem) Compare Rank Biographical Information What policies, if any, would you support at 8. Civil liberties and privacy — support (high confidence) Evidence: 4 items across 4 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Lynn Ramirez'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 Garmon Campaign promises and policy plans 1. Public safety Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: Aldridge (Rep) candidate for Sebastian JP #6 Gloria Aldridge (Rep) candidate for Cross JP #5 Gregg Alexander (Rep) candidate for Marion County Sheriff Melissa Alexander (Rep) candidate for Grant County Treasurer Michael Alldredge (NON) candidate for Pea Quote: “Aldridge (Rep) candidate for Sebastian JP #6 Gloria Aldridge (Rep) candidate for Cross JP #5 Gregg Alexander (Rep) candidate for Marion County Sheriff Melissa Alexander (Rep) candidate for Grant County Treasurer Michael Alldredge (NON) candidate for Pea Ridge Council Member Ward 2 Position 1 Breauna D.” Source: My Choices — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-index.do?c=33589547 2. Civil liberties and privacy Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Civil liberties and privacy: These judges are responsible for ensuring proceedings follow due process and that laws are applied consistently and fairly. Quote: “These judges are responsible for ensuring proceedings follow due process and that laws are applied consistently and fairly.” Source: Henderson Township Justice Court Judge Department 4 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72376130 3. Government transparency Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Government transparency: Because Justice Court decisions can significantly impact individuals’ rights, financial stability, and access to justice, these races are important in supporting accountability and public trust within the local court system.Note: This is a non Quote: “Because Justice Court decisions can significantly impact individuals’ rights, financial stability, and access to justice, these races are important in supporting accountability and public trust within the local court system.Note: This is a nonpartisan race.” Source: Henderson Township Justice Court Judge Department 4 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72376130 4. Healthcare Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: All 42 Assembly seats are up for election in 2026, and the Assembly plays a central role in shaping policy on schools, healthcare, housing, jobs, public safety, and state budgeting. Quote: “All 42 Assembly seats are up for election in 2026, and the Assembly plays a central role in shaping policy on schools, healthcare, housing, jobs, public safety, and state budgeting.” Source: Nevada State Assembly District 41 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72375983 5. Election integrity Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: These elections matter for democratic representation and for how the state resolves the biggest challenges facing Nevadans. 2 || _isVotingSystemRcv()}"> Click a candidate icon to find more information about the candidate. Quote: “These elections matter for democratic representation and for how the state resolves the biggest challenges facing Nevadans. 2 || _isVotingSystemRcv()}"> Click a candidate icon to find more information about the candidate.” Source: Nevada State Assembly District 41 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72375983 6. Government transparency Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Government transparency: Because Justice Court decisions can significantly impact individuals’ rights, financial stability, and access to justice, these races are important in supporting accountability and public trust within the local court system.Note: This is a non Quote: “Because Justice Court decisions can significantly impact individuals’ rights, financial stability, and access to justice, these races are important in supporting accountability and public trust within the local court system.Note: This is a nonpartisan race.” Source: Henderson Township Justice Court Judge Department 4 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72376130 7. Election integrity Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: Why did you decide to run for this office? How have your training, professional experience, and interests prepared you to serve as a U.S. Representative? What is your top environmental priority? Please explain your reasoning and outline how you wou Quote: “Why did you decide to run for this office? How have your training, professional experience, and interests prepared you to serve as a U.S. Representative? What is your top environmental priority? Please explain your reasoning and outline how you would address this issue. What federal legislation or policies would you support to make voting and elections more safe, fair, and easily accessible? Please explain.” Source: US Congressional District 7 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72844964 8. Election integrity Lynn Ramirez's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: Who fills out Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey? Any candidate running for elected office, at any level, can complete Ballotpedia's Candidate Survey. Completing the survey will update the candidate's Ballotpedia profile, letting voters know who they are Quote: “Who fills out Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey? Any candidate running for elected office, at any level, can complete Ballotpedia's Candidate Survey. Completing the survey will update the candidate's Ballotpedia profile, letting voters know who they are and what they stand for.  More than 29,000 candidates have taken Ballotpedia's candidate survey since we launched it in 2015. Learn more about the survey here . Help improve Ballotpedia - send us candidate contact info . Campaign finance summary Campaign finance information for this candidate is not yet available from OpenSecrets . That information will be published here once it is available. See also 2026 Elections” Source: Lynn Ramirez - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Lynn_Ramirez 9. Campaign finance Lynn Ramirez'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: Lynn Ramirez - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Lynn_Ramirez 10. Healthcare Lynn Ramirez's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: Supreme Court Federal courts State government Ballot measures Municipal government School boards Recalls Education policy on Ballotpedia Public policy Administrative state Criminal justice policy Education policy Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) Fe Quote: “Supreme Court Federal courts State government Ballot measures Municipal government School boards Recalls Education policy on Ballotpedia Public policy Administrative state Criminal justice policy Education policy Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) Federalism Unemployment insurance Work requirements Policy in the states More...” Source: Lynn Ramirez - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Lynn_Ramirez Source-backed claims 1. Public safety — supports Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: Aldridge (Rep) candidate for Sebastian JP #6 Gloria Aldridge (Rep) candidate for Cross JP #5 Gregg Alexander (Rep) candidate for Marion County Sheriff Melissa Alexander (Rep) candidate for Grant County Treasurer Michael Alldredge (NON) candidate for Pea Quote: “Aldridge (Rep) candidate for Sebastian JP #6 Gloria Aldridge (Rep) candidate for Cross JP #5 Gregg Alexander (Rep) candidate for Marion County Sheriff Melissa Alexander (Rep) candidate for Grant County Treasurer Michael Alldredge (NON) candidate for Pea Ridge Council Member Ward 2 Position 1 Breauna D.” Source: My Choices — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-index.do?c=33589547 2. Civil liberties and privacy — supports Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Civil liberties and privacy: These judges are responsible for ensuring proceedings follow due process and that laws are applied consistently and fairly. Quote: “These judges are responsible for ensuring proceedings follow due process and that laws are applied consistently and fairly.” Source: Henderson Township Justice Court Judge Department 4 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72376130 3. Government transparency — supports Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Government transparency: Because Justice Court decisions can significantly impact individuals’ rights, financial stability, and access to justice, these races are important in supporting accountability and public trust within the local court system.Note: This is a non Quote: “Because Justice Court decisions can significantly impact individuals’ rights, financial stability, and access to justice, these races are important in supporting accountability and public trust within the local court system.Note: This is a nonpartisan race.” Source: Henderson Township Justice Court Judge Department 4 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72376130 4. Healthcare — supports Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: All 42 Assembly seats are up for election in 2026, and the Assembly plays a central role in shaping policy on schools, healthcare, housing, jobs, public safety, and state budgeting. Quote: “All 42 Assembly seats are up for election in 2026, and the Assembly plays a central role in shaping policy on schools, healthcare, housing, jobs, public safety, and state budgeting.” Source: Nevada State Assembly District 41 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72375983 5. Election integrity — supports Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: These elections matter for democratic representation and for how the state resolves the biggest challenges facing Nevadans. 2 || _isVotingSystemRcv()}"> Click a candidate icon to find more information about the candidate. Quote: “These elections matter for democratic representation and for how the state resolves the biggest challenges facing Nevadans. 2 || _isVotingSystemRcv()}"> Click a candidate icon to find more information about the candidate.” Source: Nevada State Assembly District 41 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72375983 6. Immigration — promised Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Immigration: Tofuola Alofipo (Rep) Compare Rank Kelly Chapman (Rep) Compare Rank Spencer Lloyd Ridenour (Dem) Compare Rank Carl Vincent Spotleson (Dem) Compare Rank Gabriela Wyett (Dem) Compare Rank Biographical Information What policies, if any, would you support at Quote: “Tofuola Alofipo (Rep) Compare Rank Kelly Chapman (Rep) Compare Rank Spencer Lloyd Ridenour (Dem) Compare Rank Carl Vincent Spotleson (Dem) Compare Rank Gabriela Wyett (Dem) Compare Rank Biographical Information What policies, if any, would you support at the state level to address issues related to immigration, and why?” Source: Nevada State Assembly District 41 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72375983 7. Democracy and elections — supports Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Democracy and elections: What are your views on the redistricting process and how district boundaries should be determined? Quote: “What are your views on the redistricting process and how district boundaries should be determined?” Source: Nevada State Assembly District 41 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72375983 8. Immigration — promised Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Immigration: Anderson (Dem) Compare Rank Trista Gomez (Rep) Compare Rank Biographical Information What policies, if any, would you support at the state level to address issues related to immigration, and why? Quote: “Anderson (Dem) Compare Rank Trista Gomez (Rep) Compare Rank Biographical Information What policies, if any, would you support at the state level to address issues related to immigration, and why?” Source: Nevada State Assembly District 30 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=72375947 9. Education — supports Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: Francis Garland Constable Steven Atchley (Rep) candidate for Hempstead JP #7 Jamie Atkinson (Dem) candidate for State Representative District 19 Charles Atkins Sr (Dem) candidate for Cross JP #9 Shelby Atkinson-Pennington (Rep) candidate for Columbia Circui Quote: “Francis Garland Constable Steven Atchley (Rep) candidate for Hempstead JP #7 Jamie Atkinson (Dem) candidate for State Representative District 19 Charles Atkins Sr (Dem) candidate for Cross JP #9 Shelby Atkinson-Pennington (Rep) candidate for Columbia Circuit Clerk John Attaway (Non) candidate for Fouke Schools At Large 6 Brian Austin (Rep) candidate for Woodruff JP #2 Brandon Ayers (Non) candidate for Vilonia City Councilor Ward 1 Position 2 Chris Ayers (Rep) candidate for Craighead Constable 7 B Ralf Bailes (Rep) candidate for Garland JP #5 Amber Bailey (Dem) candidate for Clark JP #2 Renea Bailey (Rep) candidate for Sevier County Clerk Beth Anne Rankin Baker (Rep) candidate for State Representative District 99 Candace Baker (Dem) candidate for Menifee Recorder/Treasurer Dana Baker (Rep) candidate for Pope County Assessor James L.” Source: My Choices — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-index.do?c=33589547 10. Education — supports Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: Anastas (Dem) candidate for New Milford Zoning Commission Carol L Anderson (Rep) candidate for Torrington City & Town Clerk Dayan Aquilera-Rua (Dem) candidate for Harwinton Board of Education Todd Arcelaschi (Rep) candidate for Winchester Board of Selectmen Quote: “Anastas (Dem) candidate for New Milford Zoning Commission Carol L Anderson (Rep) candidate for Torrington City & Town Clerk Dayan Aquilera-Rua (Dem) candidate for Harwinton Board of Education Todd Arcelaschi (Rep) candidate for Winchester Board of Selectmen Diane M Arifian (Dem) candidate for Morris Zoning Board Appeals Eva Aveiga (Dem) candidate for Danbury City Council At Large B Jack Baker (Rep) candidate for Warren Selectman Joseph R.” Source: My Choices — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-index.do?c=29069391 11. Infrastructure — supports Lynn Ramirez's onyourballot.vote411.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Infrastructure: Cipriano, Jr. (Rep) candidate for Middlebury First Selectman Tom Claire (Dem) candidate for Watertown Town Council Douglas Clemons (Dem) candidate for Brookfield Board of Zoning Appeals Richard T. Quote: “Cipriano, Jr. (Rep) candidate for Middlebury First Selectman Tom Claire (Dem) candidate for Watertown Town Council Douglas Clemons (Dem) candidate for Brookfield Board of Zoning Appeals Richard T.” Source: My Choices — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org. — https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-index.do?c=29069391 12. Healthcare — promised Lynn Ramirez's scdp.org source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Healthcare: AGE? I am a Union Member I am a Veteran I identify as LGBTQIA+ I am a Small Business Owner/Entrepreneur I am an Attorney I am a Public Servant (Teacher, Firefighter, EMT, Civil Servant) I am a Healthcare Worker/Caregiver I am a Farmer/Rancher Other: LEVEL OF OFFICE YOU ARE INTERESTED Quote: “AGE? I am a Union Member I am a Veteran I identify as LGBTQIA+ I am a Small Business Owner/Entrepreneur I am an Attorney I am a Public Servant (Teacher, Firefighter, EMT, Civil Servant) I am a Healthcare Worker/Caregiver I am a Farmer/Rancher Other: LEVEL OF OFFICE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN RUNNING FOR: U.S. Senate U.S. Representative (House) Governor Attorney General Secretary of State State Treasurer Comptroller General Superintendent of Education Commissioner of Agriculture State Senator State Representative (House) Mayor City/Town Council Member City Treasurer/Clerk County Council County Treasurer County Clerk/Recorder County Assessor County Council Member/County Legislator County Auditor Sheriff Solicitor (Prosecutor) Coroner School Board Soil & Water Commissioner Unsure Multiple Positions (will discuss further) Other: PROVIDE ANY EXAMPLES OF YOUR LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE AND/OR COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:” Source: Run for Office in South Carolina — https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR21uC38Ia5lpJjBSUxp_VFK7cmXUBxXVHUw1jTW5b437QVg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117074084829908165938 Use this as a portable research snapshot; verify live sources before making final voting decisions.