Civic Compass candidate profile Candidate: Mallory Dittmer Race: U.S. House — SC-05 Party: Democratic Data source: Database-backed profile Election slug: sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Open online: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/mallory-dittmer-democratic?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Compare this race: https://www.ballotvibe.com/races/sc-2026-u-s-house-sc-05?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-05 Flag candidate evidence: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Mallory+Dittmer+%E2%80%94+U.S.+House+%E2%80%94+SC-05#corrections Exported: 2026-11-09T08:59:57.649Z Summary Mallory Dittmer candidate profile assembled from imported source documents and evidence claims. Biography Age: Not sourced yet Career: Not sourced yet Evidence coverage Claims loaded: 29 Source-backed claims: 29 Issue position coverage: 100% Position confidence: low 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: Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: I’ve spent the past eight months talking to people in the 5th District about their lives and concerns. Their top priority – and therefore my top priority – is the cost of living, from groceries and gas to health care and housing. When families are trapped in a daily 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: Mallory Dittmer'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 — support (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 1 source Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available Summary: Mallory Dittmer'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: Mallory Dittmer'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 (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: I’m not a politician; I’m a mother, a teacher’s wife, an independent thinker and creative problem-solver. For most of my professional career I worked as an executive in the fashion industry, where I developed expert negotiating skills and a passion for bringing peopl 6. Public safety / crime — support (low confidence) Evidence: 1 item across 1 source Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available Summary: Mallory Dittmer'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. 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: Mallory Dittmer'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 (low confidence) Evidence: 1 item across 1 source Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available Summary: Mallory Dittmer's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Civil liberties and privacy protections; this is not candidate-specific evidence. Campaign promises and policy plans 1. Infrastructure Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Infrastructure: I’m running for Congress because I love our country and believe it needs more bridge-builders like me. It needs less conflict and more collaboration, a new generation of leaders who can think outside the Democrat vs. Republican box and work together. My backgrou Quote: “I’m running for Congress because I love our country and believe it needs more bridge-builders like me. It needs less conflict and more collaboration, a new generation of leaders who can think outside the Democrat vs. Republican box and work together. My background makes me uniquely qualified for that role! I’ll compromise whenever it’s helpful but won’t bend to pressure from special interests. I’ll work harder for District 5 than anyone ever has!” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 2. Election integrity Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: Washington has been paralyzed by partisan bickering and gridlock for most of my life. It might work for the politicians in DC who like to grandstand for the cameras but it doesn’t work for the people who sent them there. That can end in a single election cyc Quote: “Washington has been paralyzed by partisan bickering and gridlock for most of my life. It might work for the politicians in DC who like to grandstand for the cameras but it doesn’t work for the people who sent them there. That can end in a single election cycle!” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 3. Healthcare Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: I’ve spent the past eight months talking to people in the 5th District about their lives and concerns. Their top priority – and therefore my top priority – is the cost of living, from groceries and gas to health care and housing. When families are trapped in a daily Quote: “I’ve spent the past eight months talking to people in the 5th District about their lives and concerns. Their top priority – and therefore my top priority – is the cost of living, from groceries and gas to health care and housing. When families are trapped in a daily struggle to pay the bills, there’s no room for planning, let alone dreaming, for the future.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 4. Education Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: I’m not a politician; I’m a mother, a teacher’s wife, an independent thinker and creative problem-solver. For most of my professional career I worked as an executive in the fashion industry, where I developed expert negotiating skills and a passion for bringing peopl Quote: “I’m not a politician; I’m a mother, a teacher’s wife, an independent thinker and creative problem-solver. For most of my professional career I worked as an executive in the fashion industry, where I developed expert negotiating skills and a passion for bringing people and communities together.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 5. Jobs and economy Mallory Dittmer's holley.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: What Are You Working On? Dodge Gen I Hemi Clearance Sale All Items Ignition Boxes Distributors Ignition Coils Electronic Conversion Kits Fuel Pumps Regulators and Filters Mallory Spark Plug Wires Motorcycle Distributors Apparel & Collectibles Ignition Boxes Distributors Ign Quote: “What Are You Working On? Dodge Gen I Hemi Clearance Sale All Items Ignition Boxes Distributors Ignition Coils Electronic Conversion Kits Fuel Pumps Regulators and Filters Mallory Spark Plug Wires Motorcycle Distributors Apparel & Collectibles Ignition Boxes Distributors Ignition Coils Official Site Electronic Conversion Kits Fuel Pumps Regulators and Filters View All View All Ignition Boxes Electronic Conversion Kits Motorcycle Distributors Distributors Fuel Pumps Regulators and Filters Apparel & Collectibles Ignition Coils Mallory Spark Plug Wires Menu High Performance Ignition Systems Mallory Mallory manufactures high-quality ignition and fuel system components for classic Chevrolet, Ford, and Dodge engines. Ignition Boxes Shop Now Distributors Shop Now Ignition Coils Shop Now Mallory Spark Plug Wires Shop Now Motorcycle Distributors Shop Now Ignition Components Last Chance Mallory HyFire Ignition Box Mallory HyFire Ignition Box” Source: Mallory (Official Site) - Ignition Systems, Distributors, Fuel Pumps & More | Holley — https://www.holley.com/brands/mallory/?msockid=25b581bae7fe667906dd9628e6136785 6. Cost of living Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Cost of living: When I’m in Washington, I’ll prioritize economic and trade policies that curb inflation and lower costs. Quote: “When I’m in Washington, I’ll prioritize economic and trade policies that curb inflation and lower costs.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 7. Taxes and spending Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Taxes and spending: Satellite spending groups may or may not have expended funds related to the candidate or politician on whose page you are reading this disclaimer. Quote: “Satellite spending groups may or may not have expended funds related to the candidate or politician on whose page you are reading this disclaimer.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 8. Government transparency Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Government transparency: Campaign finance summary Note: The finance data shown here comes from the disclosures required of candidates and parties. Quote: “Campaign finance summary Note: The finance data shown here comes from the disclosures required of candidates and parties.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer Source-backed claims 1. Infrastructure — supports Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Infrastructure: I’m running for Congress because I love our country and believe it needs more bridge-builders like me. It needs less conflict and more collaboration, a new generation of leaders who can think outside the Democrat vs. Republican box and work together. My backgrou Quote: “I’m running for Congress because I love our country and believe it needs more bridge-builders like me. It needs less conflict and more collaboration, a new generation of leaders who can think outside the Democrat vs. Republican box and work together. My background makes me uniquely qualified for that role! I’ll compromise whenever it’s helpful but won’t bend to pressure from special interests. I’ll work harder for District 5 than anyone ever has!” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 2. Election integrity — supports Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: Washington has been paralyzed by partisan bickering and gridlock for most of my life. It might work for the politicians in DC who like to grandstand for the cameras but it doesn’t work for the people who sent them there. That can end in a single election cyc Quote: “Washington has been paralyzed by partisan bickering and gridlock for most of my life. It might work for the politicians in DC who like to grandstand for the cameras but it doesn’t work for the people who sent them there. That can end in a single election cycle!” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 3. Healthcare — supports Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: I’ve spent the past eight months talking to people in the 5th District about their lives and concerns. Their top priority – and therefore my top priority – is the cost of living, from groceries and gas to health care and housing. When families are trapped in a daily Quote: “I’ve spent the past eight months talking to people in the 5th District about their lives and concerns. Their top priority – and therefore my top priority – is the cost of living, from groceries and gas to health care and housing. When families are trapped in a daily struggle to pay the bills, there’s no room for planning, let alone dreaming, for the future.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 4. Education — supports Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: I’m not a politician; I’m a mother, a teacher’s wife, an independent thinker and creative problem-solver. For most of my professional career I worked as an executive in the fashion industry, where I developed expert negotiating skills and a passion for bringing peopl Quote: “I’m not a politician; I’m a mother, a teacher’s wife, an independent thinker and creative problem-solver. For most of my professional career I worked as an executive in the fashion industry, where I developed expert negotiating skills and a passion for bringing people and communities together.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 5. Jobs and economy — supports Mallory Dittmer's holley.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: What Are You Working On? Dodge Gen I Hemi Clearance Sale All Items Ignition Boxes Distributors Ignition Coils Electronic Conversion Kits Fuel Pumps Regulators and Filters Mallory Spark Plug Wires Motorcycle Distributors Apparel & Collectibles Ignition Boxes Distributors Ign Quote: “What Are You Working On? Dodge Gen I Hemi Clearance Sale All Items Ignition Boxes Distributors Ignition Coils Electronic Conversion Kits Fuel Pumps Regulators and Filters Mallory Spark Plug Wires Motorcycle Distributors Apparel & Collectibles Ignition Boxes Distributors Ignition Coils Official Site Electronic Conversion Kits Fuel Pumps Regulators and Filters View All View All Ignition Boxes Electronic Conversion Kits Motorcycle Distributors Distributors Fuel Pumps Regulators and Filters Apparel & Collectibles Ignition Coils Mallory Spark Plug Wires Menu High Performance Ignition Systems Mallory Mallory manufactures high-quality ignition and fuel system components for classic Chevrolet, Ford, and Dodge engines. Ignition Boxes Shop Now Distributors Shop Now Ignition Coils Shop Now Mallory Spark Plug Wires Shop Now Motorcycle Distributors Shop Now Ignition Components Last Chance Mallory HyFire Ignition Box Mallory HyFire Ignition Box” Source: Mallory (Official Site) - Ignition Systems, Distributors, Fuel Pumps & More | Holley — https://www.holley.com/brands/mallory/?msockid=25b581bae7fe667906dd9628e6136785 6. Healthcare — opposes Mallory Dittmer's townhall.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Healthcare: And this is the best defense they can come up with? That the lady who deleted tweets is authentic? Editor’s Note: Do you enjoy Townhall’s conservative reporting that takes on the radical Left and woke media? Support our work so that we can continue to bring you the truth. Join Quote: “And this is the best defense they can come up with? That the lady who deleted tweets is authentic? Editor’s Note: Do you enjoy Townhall’s conservative reporting that takes on the radical Left and woke media? Support our work so that we can continue to bring you the truth. Join Townhall VIP and use promo code FIGHT to receive 60% off your membership. Join the conversation as a VIP Member Login to Leave a Comment Recommended How Low Can She Go? As Prosecutors Lay Out Case Against Tyler Robinson, Owens Offers to Help Defense Amy Curtis Democrats Unanimously Opposed the Working Families Tax Cuts. Now They're Trying to Take Credit for It. 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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 • Count Quote: “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 • Cities • School districts • Public policy Retrieved from " https://ballotpedia.org/wiki/index.php?title=Mallory_Dittmer&oldid=11186318 " Categories : 2026 challenger 2026 general election 2026 primary (winner) Democratic Party South Carolina U.S. House candidate, 2026 U.S. House candidates Information about voting” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 8. Cost of living — supports Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Cost of living: When I’m in Washington, I’ll prioritize economic and trade policies that curb inflation and lower costs. Quote: “When I’m in Washington, I’ll prioritize economic and trade policies that curb inflation and lower costs.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 9. Campaign finance — supports Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Campaign finance: Click here for more on federal campaign finance law and here for more on state campaign finance law. Quote: “Click here for more on federal campaign finance law and here for more on state campaign finance law.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 10. Taxes and spending — supports Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Taxes and spending: Satellite spending groups may or may not have expended funds related to the candidate or politician on whose page you are reading this disclaimer. Quote: “Satellite spending groups may or may not have expended funds related to the candidate or politician on whose page you are reading this disclaimer.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 11. Infrastructure — supports Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Infrastructure: I’m running for Congress because I love our country and believe it needs more bridge-builders like me. Quote: “I’m running for Congress because I love our country and believe it needs more bridge-builders like me.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer 12. Government transparency — supports Mallory Dittmer's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Government transparency: Campaign finance summary Note: The finance data shown here comes from the disclosures required of candidates and parties. Quote: “Campaign finance summary Note: The finance data shown here comes from the disclosures required of candidates and parties.” Source: Mallory Dittmer - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Mallory_Dittmer Use this as a portable research snapshot; verify live sources before making final voting decisions.