Civic Compass candidate profile
Candidate: Mike Burkhold
Race: Comptroller General — South Carolina
Party: Republican
Data source: Database-backed profile
Election slug: sc-candidate-profile-enrichment
Open online: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/mike-burkhold-republican?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment
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Exported: 2026-11-08T10:42:27.271Z

Summary
Mike Burkhold is listed by SCVotes as an active Republican candidate for the 11/3/2026 Statewide General Election.

Biography
Age: Not sourced yet
Career: Not sourced yet

Evidence coverage
Claims loaded: 50
Source-backed claims: 50
Issue position coverage: 100%
Position confidence: medium
Unknown issue axes: 0

Top issue positions
1. Healthcare — oppose (low confidence)
   Evidence: 1 item across 1 source
   Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available
   Summary: Mike Burkhold's Republican affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Healthcare expansion; this is not candidate-specific evidence.
2. Cost of living / housing — support (medium confidence)
   Evidence: 4 items across 4 sources
   Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence
   Summary: Mike Burkhold has a source-backed statement on Cost of living: At BallotReady, we believe that a strong democracy is built on transparent information.
3. Taxes and spending — oppose (medium confidence)
   Evidence: 4 items across 3 sources
   Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence
   Summary: Mike Burkhold has a source-backed statement on Taxes and spending: I will examine and challenge agency spending the way a business CFO should.
4. Jobs and economy — support (medium confidence)
   Evidence: 5 items across 5 sources
   Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence
   Summary: Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: How Much Is Hulu + Live TV? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disn
5. Education — support (medium confidence)
   Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources
   Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence
   Summary: Mike Burkhold has a source-backed statement on Education: This includes extensive research on judges, cities, county commissions, and school boards, and more, direct data collection from local election offices, and a rigorous vetting process to ensure accuracy and nonpartisanship
6. Public safety / crime — oppose (low confidence)
   Evidence: 1 item across 1 source
   Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available
   Summary: Mike Burkhold's Republican 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 — oppose (low confidence)
   Evidence: 1 item across 1 source
   Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available
   Summary: Mike Burkhold's Republican 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 (medium confidence)
   Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources
   Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence
   Summary: Mike Burkhold has a source-backed statement on Civil liberties and privacy: We are not responsible for the privacy or security practices of any such third parties, and before interacting with any of these third party websites, you are advised to review their rules and policies before providing them with any information.
Campaign promises and policy plans
1. Cost of living
   Mike Burkhold has a source-backed statement on Cost of living: Current Officeholders: Ellen Weaver until January 13, 2027 View your personalized ballot , check your voter registration , make a plan to vote , and research every name and measure on the ballot with BallotReady.
   Quote: “Current Officeholders: Ellen Weaver until January 13, 2027 View your personalized ballot , check your voter registration , make a plan to vote , and research every name and measure on the ballot with BallotReady.”
   Source: South Carolina Superintendent of Education - BallotReady — https://www.ballotready.org/positions/south-carolina-south-carolina-state-superintendent-of-education
2. Cost of living
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Due to streaming rights, a few shows with an ad break before and after. Which shows? Select Your Plan No hidden fees, equipment rentals, or installation appointments. Switch plans or cancel anytime.** Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Basic Disney+, Hulu Bundle $12.99 / M
   Quote: “Due to streaming rights, a few shows with an ad break before and after. Which shows? Select Your Plan No hidden fees, equipment rentals, or installation appointments. Switch plans or cancel anytime.** Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Basic Disney+, Hulu Bundle $12.99 / MONTH $12.99/mo. SAVE 45%* Disney+, Hulu Bundle Premium Disney+, Hulu Bundle Premium $19.99 / MONTH $19.99/mo. SAVE 47%* Monthly price $23.98/mo. $12.99/mo. $37.98/mo. $19.99/mo. Subscriptions included in each plan Disney+ and Hulu Disney+ and Hulu Hulu streaming library with tons of episodes and movies Hulu streaming library with tons of episodes and movies Watch full seasons of exclusively streaming series, classic favorites, Hulu Originals, hit movies, current episodes, kids shows, and tons more. Watch on 2 different screens at the same time. Endless entertainment with Disney+ Endless entertainment with Disney+ Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and Nat Geo all in one place. Stream on 4 devices at once or download your favorites to watch later.”
   Source: Watch Mike Streaming Online | Hulu — https://www.hulu.com/series/mike-287e77d7-7178-4685-8322-745c7006248a
3. Jobs and economy
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: When Is ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Coming Out? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ
   Quote: “When Is ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Coming Out? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Help Account & Billing Plans & Pricing Student Discount Supported Devices Accessibility About Us Shop Hulu Press Jobs Contact Guides | What to Watch”
   Source: TV | Hulu Guides — https://www.hulu.com/guides/category/tv
4. Jobs and economy
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: Watch “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” Movie on Disney+? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with
   Quote: “Watch “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” Movie on Disney+? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Help Account & Billing Plans & Pricing Student Discount Supported Devices Accessibility About Us Shop Hulu Press Jobs Contact Guides | What to Watch”
   Source: Movies | Hulu Guides — https://www.hulu.com/guides/category/movies
5. Jobs and economy
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: How Much Is Hulu + Live TV? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disn
   Quote: “How Much Is Hulu + Live TV? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Help Account & Billing Plans & Pricing Student Discount Supported Devices Accessibility About Us Shop Hulu Press Jobs Contact Guides | What to Watch”
   Source: Hulu + Live TV Channels: Full List (2026) | Hulu Guides — https://www.hulu.com/guides/hulu-live-tv-channels
6. Jobs and economy
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: When Is ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Coming Out? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ
   Quote: “When Is ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Coming Out? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Help Account & Billing Plans & Pricing Student Discount Supported Devices Accessibility About Us Shop Hulu Press Jobs Contact Guides | What to Watch”
   Source: TV | Hulu Guides — https://www.hulu.com/guides/category/tv
7. Jobs and economy
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: Watch “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” Movie on Disney+? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with
   Quote: “Watch “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” Movie on Disney+? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Help Account & Billing Plans & Pricing Student Discount Supported Devices Accessibility About Us Shop Hulu Press Jobs Contact Guides | What to Watch”
   Source: Movies | Hulu Guides — https://www.hulu.com/guides/category/movies
8. Jobs and economy
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: How Much Is Hulu + Live TV? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disn
   Quote: “How Much Is Hulu + Live TV? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Help Account & Billing Plans & Pricing Student Discount Supported Devices Accessibility About Us Shop Hulu Press Jobs Contact Guides | What to Watch”
   Source: Hulu + Live TV Channels: Full List (2026) | Hulu Guides — https://www.hulu.com/guides/hulu-live-tv-channels
9. Taxes and spending
   Mike Burkhold has lower-tier biography/profile context related to Taxes and spending; treat this as an inferred priority, not an explicit policy stance.
   Quote: “Mike Burkhold is listed by SCVotes as an active Republican candidate for the 11/3/2026 Statewide General Election. Equiscript founder; business executive focused on finance and government-spending accountability”
   Source: Mike Burkhold | BallotReady — https://www.ballotready.org/people/mike-burkhold
10. Election integrity
   Mike Burkhold has a source-backed statement on Election integrity: In addition, BallotReady reserves the right to use and share your personal information in the event BallotReady believes doing so is necessary to operate the Website or where such disclosure may be required by law, or to protect BallotReady's right or the rights of others.
   Quote: “In addition, BallotReady reserves the right to use and share your personal information in the event BallotReady believes doing so is necessary to operate the Website or where such disclosure may be required by law, or to protect BallotReady's right or the rights of others.”
   Source: Privacy Policy - BallotReady — https://www.ballotready.org/privacy-policy
Source-backed claims
1. Cost of living — promised
   Mike Burkhold has a source-backed statement on Cost of living: Current Officeholders: Ellen Weaver until January 13, 2027 View your personalized ballot , check your voter registration , make a plan to vote , and research every name and measure on the ballot with BallotReady.
   Quote: “Current Officeholders: Ellen Weaver until January 13, 2027 View your personalized ballot , check your voter registration , make a plan to vote , and research every name and measure on the ballot with BallotReady.”
   Source: South Carolina Superintendent of Education - BallotReady — https://www.ballotready.org/positions/south-carolina-south-carolina-state-superintendent-of-education
2. Cost of living — supports
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Due to streaming rights, a few shows with an ad break before and after. Which shows? Select Your Plan No hidden fees, equipment rentals, or installation appointments. Switch plans or cancel anytime.** Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Basic Disney+, Hulu Bundle $12.99 / M
   Quote: “Due to streaming rights, a few shows with an ad break before and after. Which shows? Select Your Plan No hidden fees, equipment rentals, or installation appointments. Switch plans or cancel anytime.** Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Basic Disney+, Hulu Bundle $12.99 / MONTH $12.99/mo. SAVE 45%* Disney+, Hulu Bundle Premium Disney+, Hulu Bundle Premium $19.99 / MONTH $19.99/mo. SAVE 47%* Monthly price $23.98/mo. $12.99/mo. $37.98/mo. $19.99/mo. Subscriptions included in each plan Disney+ and Hulu Disney+ and Hulu Hulu streaming library with tons of episodes and movies Hulu streaming library with tons of episodes and movies Watch full seasons of exclusively streaming series, classic favorites, Hulu Originals, hit movies, current episodes, kids shows, and tons more. Watch on 2 different screens at the same time. Endless entertainment with Disney+ Endless entertainment with Disney+ Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and Nat Geo all in one place. Stream on 4 devices at once or download your favorites to watch later.”
   Source: Watch Mike Streaming Online | Hulu — https://www.hulu.com/series/mike-287e77d7-7178-4685-8322-745c7006248a
3. Jobs and economy — supports
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: When Is ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Coming Out? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ
   Quote: “When Is ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Coming Out? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Help Account & Billing Plans & Pricing Student Discount Supported Devices Accessibility About Us Shop Hulu Press Jobs Contact Guides | What to Watch”
   Source: TV | Hulu Guides — https://www.hulu.com/guides/category/tv
4. Jobs and economy — supports
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: Watch “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” Movie on Disney+? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with
   Quote: “Watch “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” Movie on Disney+? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Help Account & Billing Plans & Pricing Student Discount Supported Devices Accessibility About Us Shop Hulu Press Jobs Contact Guides | What to Watch”
   Source: Movies | Hulu Guides — https://www.hulu.com/guides/category/movies
5. Jobs and economy — supports
   Mike Burkhold's hulu.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: How Much Is Hulu + Live TV? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disn
   Quote: “How Much Is Hulu + Live TV? Browse Our Streaming Library Live TV Live News + Local Channels Live Sports Hulu + Live TV Español TV Shows Movies Hulu Originals Hulu Channels Kids' Movies & TV Shows FX Add-Ons On Hulu HBO Max Cinemax Paramount+ with SHOWTIME STARZ Bundle Disney+, Hulu Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Help Account & Billing Plans & Pricing Student Discount Supported Devices Accessibility About Us Shop Hulu Press Jobs Contact Guides | What to Watch”
   Source: Hulu + Live TV Channels: Full List (2026) | Hulu Guides — https://www.hulu.com/guides/hulu-live-tv-channels
6. Jobs and worker protections — party_position_inferred
   Mike Burkhold's Republican affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Jobs and worker protections; this is not candidate-specific evidence.
   Quote: “Republican party fallback opposes Jobs and worker protections.”
   Source: Republican party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:republican:fallback
7. Public education funding — party_position_inferred
   Mike Burkhold's Republican affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Public education funding; this is not candidate-specific evidence.
   Quote: “Republican party fallback opposes Public education funding.”
   Source: Republican party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:republican:fallback
8. Pathway citizenship legal immigration — party_position_inferred
   Mike Burkhold's Republican affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Pathway citizenship legal immigration; this is not candidate-specific evidence.
   Quote: “Republican party fallback opposes Pathway citizenship legal immigration.”
   Source: Republican party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:republican:fallback
9. Civil liberties and privacy protections — party_position_inferred
   Mike Burkhold's Republican affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Civil liberties and privacy protections; this is not candidate-specific evidence.
   Quote: “Republican party fallback opposes Civil liberties and privacy protections.”
   Source: Republican party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:republican:fallback
10. Voting rights democracy and elections — party_position_inferred
   Mike Burkhold's Republican affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Voting rights democracy and elections; this is not candidate-specific evidence.
   Quote: “Republican party fallback opposes Voting rights democracy and elections.”
   Source: Republican party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:republican:fallback
11. Clean energy climate and environment — party_position_inferred
   Mike Burkhold's Republican affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Clean energy climate and environment; this is not candidate-specific evidence.
   Quote: “Republican party fallback opposes Clean energy climate and environment.”
   Source: Republican party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:republican:fallback
12. Gun safety background checks and red flag laws — party_position_inferred
   Mike Burkhold's Republican 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: “Republican party fallback opposes Gun safety background checks and red flag laws.”
   Source: Republican party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:republican:fallback
Use this as a portable research snapshot; verify live sources before making final voting decisions.