Civic Compass candidate profile Candidate: Richard Hricik Race: Attorney General — South Carolina Party: Democratic Data source: Database-backed profile Election slug: sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Open online: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/richard-hricik-democratic?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Compare this race: https://www.ballotvibe.com/races/sc-2026-attorney-general-south-carolina?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Open ballot plan: https://www.ballotvibe.com/plan?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment#plan-sc-2026-attorney-general-south-carolina Flag candidate evidence: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Richard+Hricik+%E2%80%94+Attorney+General+%E2%80%94+South+Carolina#corrections Exported: 2026-11-08T08:44:36.995Z Summary Richard Hricik is listed by SCVotes as an active Democratic candidate for the 11/3/2026 Statewide General Election. Biography Age: Not sourced yet Career: Not sourced yet Evidence coverage Claims loaded: 45 Source-backed claims: 45 Issue position coverage: 100% Position confidence: medium Unknown issue axes: 0 Top issue positions 1. Healthcare — support (low confidence) Evidence: 1 item across 1 source Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available Summary: Richard Hricik's Democratic 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: Richard Hricik's momlovesbest.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: How Popular is the Name Richard? If we look at the last century of data, Richard is a titan. Ever since the name traveled to Britain from Normandy in the eleventh century, it has been consistently dominant. While it has cooled off in recent years, it remains a recognizab 3. Taxes and spending — oppose (medium confidence) Evidence: 3 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Taxes and spending: Corruption stands no chance — my accountant's eye will catch it, along with the waste, fraud, and abuse wherever it hides. 4. Jobs and economy — support (medium confidence) Evidence: 4 items across 4 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: The Attorney General's job is to protect what you care about most: YOUR family, YOUR rights, YOUR money, and OUR natural resources. 5. Education — support (medium confidence) Evidence: 5 items across 4 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Richard Hricik's momlovesbest.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Infrastructure: Is Richard a Boy or Girl Name? Eleanor (A perfect match, as Eleanor of Aquitaine was Richard I’s mother) Marie Jane Matilda Joan Margaret Catherine Famous People Named Richard The name Richard has been widely used for centuries. Celebrities and well-known public fi 6. Public safety / crime — oppose (medium confidence) Evidence: 2 items across 2 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Public safety: As a law professor, I've taught law enforcement — I know what a difference it makes when officers have the legal knowledge and resources they need, right when they need them. 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: Richard Hricik'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 — mixed (medium confidence) Evidence: 4 items across 4 sources Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence Summary: Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Infrastructure: I'll wield the full force of the Rule of Law to take down polluters — no matter how big — protect our water, and defend the very places that make us who we are and make South Carolina home. Campaign promises and policy plans 1. Infrastructure Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Infrastructure: I'll wield the full force of the Rule of Law to take down polluters — no matter how big — protect our water, and defend the very places that make us who we are and make South Carolina home. Quote: “I'll wield the full force of the Rule of Law to take down polluters — no matter how big — protect our water, and defend the very places that make us who we are and make South Carolina home.” Source: Richard Hricik For SC Attorney General — https://richardforattorneygeneral.com/ 2. Infrastructure Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Infrastructure: I WILL GET DRUNK DRIVERS OFF OUR ROADS. Quote: “I WILL GET DRUNK DRIVERS OFF OUR ROADS.” Source: Issue: Curb Drunk Driving — https://richardforattorneygeneral.com/issue%3A-curb-drunk-driving 3. Cost of living Richard Hricik's momlovesbest.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: What are Affiliate Links? An affiliate link is a special URL that tracks any subsequent purchases back to our website. If you decide to buy a product after clicking one of our links, we earn a small commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. These commiss Quote: “What are Affiliate Links? An affiliate link is a special URL that tracks any subsequent purchases back to our website. If you decide to buy a product after clicking one of our links, we earn a small commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support the site’s operations and allow us to continue doing what we love – helping moms like you. How We Choose Affiliate Partners We are selective about the affiliate programs we partner with. Our selection is grounded in: The availability and range of high-quality products. The reputation of the merchant or program. Direct feedback and experiences from readers like you. The customer support and overall experience of the merchant. This ensures that we only recommend products from trusted sources that resonate with our community’s needs. Earnings Disclaimer While we do earn a commission when you make a purchase through our affiliate links, this does not affect the price you pay for the product. You get our researched recommendation, and we get support to keep the website running.” Source: Product Review Guidelines for Mom Loves Best — https://momlovesbest.com/product-review-guidelines 4. Jobs and economy Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: They drive our tourism economy and our quality of life. Quote: “They drive our tourism economy and our quality of life.” Source: 5 Solutions to Protect What's Yours | Richard Hricik — https://richardforattorneygeneral.com/5-solutions 5. Cost of living Richard Hricik's thebiography.org source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: The Rise and Fall Of Andrew Tate: What Really Happened? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ WHAT'S POPULAR TODAY Who is Anastasia Bezrukova? Age, Height, Boyfriend... Samuel Kim Arredondo (Kpop): Age, Parents, Height,... W Quote: “The Rise and Fall Of Andrew Tate: What Really Happened? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ WHAT'S POPULAR TODAY Who is Anastasia Bezrukova? Age, Height, Boyfriend... Samuel Kim Arredondo (Kpop): Age, Parents, Height,... Who is Josh Latin? Rose McGowan's boyfriend Wiki B... Is Josh Rose Still Married to Graveyard Carz’ St... Billy Bob Thornton Net Worth Naked Truth About Mimi Rogers: What is she doing t... Top Lists Celebrities Actors Athletes Businesspersons Celebrity Children Celebrity Spouses Dancers Designers Gamers Politicians Musicians Producers Rappers Singers TV Personalities Anchors Comedians Directors Journalists Models TV Series Web Stars Instagram TikTok Twitch Twitter Youtube English Deutsch Français Italiano Español Nederlands Polski Indonesia العربية Submit Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel. Pin It English Deutsch ( German ) Français ( French ) Italiano ( Italian )” Source: What is Richard Goodall Doing Now? — https://thebiography.org/what-is-richard-goodall-doing-now/ 6. Cost of living Richard Hricik's momlovesbest.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: What are Affiliate Links? An affiliate link is a special URL that tracks any subsequent purchases back to our website. If you decide to buy a product after clicking one of our links, we earn a small commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. These commiss Quote: “What are Affiliate Links? An affiliate link is a special URL that tracks any subsequent purchases back to our website. If you decide to buy a product after clicking one of our links, we earn a small commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support the site’s operations and allow us to continue doing what we love – helping moms like you. How We Choose Affiliate Partners We are selective about the affiliate programs we partner with. Our selection is grounded in: The availability and range of high-quality products. The reputation of the merchant or program. Direct feedback and experiences from readers like you. The customer support and overall experience of the merchant. This ensures that we only recommend products from trusted sources that resonate with our community’s needs. Earnings Disclaimer While we do earn a commission when you make a purchase through our affiliate links, this does not affect the price you pay for the product. You get our researched recommendation, and we get support to keep the website running.” Source: Product Review Guidelines for Mom Loves Best — https://momlovesbest.com/product-review-guidelines 7. Education Richard Hricik's thebiography.org source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Education: What is Richard Goodall Doing Now? Image source That’s the case for season 19’s winner Richard Goodall, a 55-year-old school janitor, who demonstrated not only that America loves the underdog, but also that it’s never too late to pursue our dreams, especially if you hav Quote: “What is Richard Goodall Doing Now? Image source That’s the case for season 19’s winner Richard Goodall, a 55-year-old school janitor, who demonstrated not only that America loves the underdog, but also that it’s never too late to pursue our dreams, especially if you have a talent like his. His perfect and moving audition left audiences open-mouthed and enthralled, setting the path to a memorable journey which resulted in Richard hitting the season’s winning spot. So what has Richard been doing since winning “America’s Got Talent” in 2024? What are his plans for the future and what has his life story been so far? Keep with us to learn this and more! Table of Contents Toggle” Source: What is Richard Goodall Doing Now? — https://thebiography.org/what-is-richard-goodall-doing-now/ Source-backed claims 1. Infrastructure — supports Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Infrastructure: I'll wield the full force of the Rule of Law to take down polluters — no matter how big — protect our water, and defend the very places that make us who we are and make South Carolina home. Quote: “I'll wield the full force of the Rule of Law to take down polluters — no matter how big — protect our water, and defend the very places that make us who we are and make South Carolina home.” Source: Richard Hricik For SC Attorney General — https://richardforattorneygeneral.com/ 2. Infrastructure — opposes Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Infrastructure: When polluters foul your water, I will take them to court and make them stop! Quote: “When polluters foul your water, I will take them to court and make them stop!” Source: 5 Solutions to Protect What's Yours | Richard Hricik — https://richardforattorneygeneral.com/5-solutions 3. Infrastructure — promised Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Infrastructure: I WILL GET DRUNK DRIVERS OFF OUR ROADS. Quote: “I WILL GET DRUNK DRIVERS OFF OUR ROADS.” Source: Issue: Curb Drunk Driving — https://richardforattorneygeneral.com/issue%3A-curb-drunk-driving 4. Cost of living — supports Richard Hricik's momlovesbest.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: What are Affiliate Links? An affiliate link is a special URL that tracks any subsequent purchases back to our website. If you decide to buy a product after clicking one of our links, we earn a small commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. These commiss Quote: “What are Affiliate Links? An affiliate link is a special URL that tracks any subsequent purchases back to our website. If you decide to buy a product after clicking one of our links, we earn a small commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support the site’s operations and allow us to continue doing what we love – helping moms like you. How We Choose Affiliate Partners We are selective about the affiliate programs we partner with. Our selection is grounded in: The availability and range of high-quality products. The reputation of the merchant or program. Direct feedback and experiences from readers like you. The customer support and overall experience of the merchant. This ensures that we only recommend products from trusted sources that resonate with our community’s needs. Earnings Disclaimer While we do earn a commission when you make a purchase through our affiliate links, this does not affect the price you pay for the product. You get our researched recommendation, and we get support to keep the website running.” Source: Product Review Guidelines for Mom Loves Best — https://momlovesbest.com/product-review-guidelines 5. Jobs and economy — supports Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: They drive our tourism economy and our quality of life. Quote: “They drive our tourism economy and our quality of life.” Source: 5 Solutions to Protect What's Yours | Richard Hricik — https://richardforattorneygeneral.com/5-solutions 6. Cost of living — supports Richard Hricik's thebiography.org source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: The Rise and Fall Of Andrew Tate: What Really Happened? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ WHAT'S POPULAR TODAY Who is Anastasia Bezrukova? Age, Height, Boyfriend... Samuel Kim Arredondo (Kpop): Age, Parents, Height,... W Quote: “The Rise and Fall Of Andrew Tate: What Really Happened? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ WHAT'S POPULAR TODAY Who is Anastasia Bezrukova? Age, Height, Boyfriend... Samuel Kim Arredondo (Kpop): Age, Parents, Height,... Who is Josh Latin? Rose McGowan's boyfriend Wiki B... Is Josh Rose Still Married to Graveyard Carz’ St... Billy Bob Thornton Net Worth Naked Truth About Mimi Rogers: What is she doing t... Top Lists Celebrities Actors Athletes Businesspersons Celebrity Children Celebrity Spouses Dancers Designers Gamers Politicians Musicians Producers Rappers Singers TV Personalities Anchors Comedians Directors Journalists Models TV Series Web Stars Instagram TikTok Twitch Twitter Youtube English Deutsch Français Italiano Español Nederlands Polski Indonesia العربية Submit Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel. Pin It English Deutsch ( German ) Français ( French ) Italiano ( Italian )” Source: What is Richard Goodall Doing Now? — https://thebiography.org/what-is-richard-goodall-doing-now/ 7. Education — supports Richard Hricik's thebiography.org source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Education: What is Richard Goodall Doing Now? Image source That’s the case for season 19’s winner Richard Goodall, a 55-year-old school janitor, who demonstrated not only that America loves the underdog, but also that it’s never too late to pursue our dreams, especially if you hav Quote: “What is Richard Goodall Doing Now? Image source That’s the case for season 19’s winner Richard Goodall, a 55-year-old school janitor, who demonstrated not only that America loves the underdog, but also that it’s never too late to pursue our dreams, especially if you have a talent like his. His perfect and moving audition left audiences open-mouthed and enthralled, setting the path to a memorable journey which resulted in Richard hitting the season’s winning spot. So what has Richard been doing since winning “America’s Got Talent” in 2024? What are his plans for the future and what has his life story been so far? Keep with us to learn this and more! Table of Contents Toggle” Source: What is Richard Goodall Doing Now? — https://thebiography.org/what-is-richard-goodall-doing-now/ 8. Education — supports Richard Hricik's momlovesbest.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Education: Was There a Saint Richard? Richard Pampuri: Patron saint of nurses, doctors, and military chaplains, was a field medic in World War I and dedicated his life to providing the poor with medical care. Richard Gwyn: Also known as Richard White, illegally taught Catholic schoolchi Quote: “Was There a Saint Richard? Richard Pampuri: Patron saint of nurses, doctors, and military chaplains, was a field medic in World War I and dedicated his life to providing the poor with medical care. Richard Gwyn: Also known as Richard White, illegally taught Catholic schoolchildren in Wales and was executed by Queen Elizabeth I for refusing to convert to Anglicanism (3) .” Source: Richard Name Meaning: Origin, Popularity & Nicknames — https://momlovesbest.com/richard-name-meaning 9. Infrastructure — supports Richard Hricik's momlovesbest.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Infrastructure: Is Richard a Boy or Girl Name? Eleanor (A perfect match, as Eleanor of Aquitaine was Richard I’s mother) Marie Jane Matilda Joan Margaret Catherine Famous People Named Richard The name Richard has been widely used for centuries. Celebrities and well-known public fi Quote: “Is Richard a Boy or Girl Name? Eleanor (A perfect match, as Eleanor of Aquitaine was Richard I’s mother) Marie Jane Matilda Joan Margaret Catherine Famous People Named Richard The name Richard has been widely used for centuries. Celebrities and well-known public figures who share the name include: Richard “Dick” Pound: Canadian professional swimmer and anti-drug activist. Dick Miller: American actor known for character roles. Dick Van Dyke: Legendary American actor and comedian. King Richard I: Known as Richard the Lionheart, a central figure of the medieval era. Richard Adams: English author best known for Watership Down . Richard Dreyfuss: Academy Award-winning American actor. Richard Gere: Famous American actor and humanitarian. Richard “Cheech” Marin: American comedian and actor. Richard Matheson: Influential American author and screenwriter. Richard Nixon: The 37th president of the United States.” Source: Richard Name Meaning: Origin, Popularity & Nicknames — https://momlovesbest.com/richard-name-meaning 10. Cost of living — supports Richard Hricik's momlovesbest.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: How Popular is the Name Richard? If we look at the last century of data, Richard is a titan. Ever since the name traveled to Britain from Normandy in the eleventh century, it has been consistently dominant. While it has cooled off in recent years, it remains a recognizab Quote: “How Popular is the Name Richard? If we look at the last century of data, Richard is a titan. Ever since the name traveled to Britain from Normandy in the eleventh century, it has been consistently dominant. While it has cooled off in recent years, it remains a recognizable classic. In the 20th century, Richard was a “Top 10” staple. It consistently ranked in the elite tier of baby names until 2007, when it began to slowly slide down the charts. At the absolute height of its popularity, it ranked as the 5th most popular name from 1930 to 1947 (1) . In 2026, Richard sits in a unique position. It is no longer overused, meaning your child won’t be one of five Richards in his kindergarten class. However, it is universally known. It currently ranks just outside the top 200, making it a “familiar classic” rather than a trendy hit. It is the 216th most popular name given to baby boys (2) .” Source: Richard Name Meaning: Origin, Popularity & Nicknames — https://momlovesbest.com/richard-name-meaning 11. Taxes and spending — promised Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Taxes and spending: Corruption stands no chance — my accountant's eye will catch it, along with the waste, fraud, and abuse wherever it hides. Quote: “Corruption stands no chance — my accountant's eye will catch it, along with the waste, fraud, and abuse wherever it hides.” Source: Richard Hricik For SC Attorney General — https://richardforattorneygeneral.com/ 12. Public safety — supports Richard Hricik has a source-backed statement on Public safety: As a law professor, I've taught law enforcement — I know what a difference it makes when officers have the legal knowledge and resources they need, right when they need them. Quote: “As a law professor, I've taught law enforcement — I know what a difference it makes when officers have the legal knowledge and resources they need, right when they need them.” Source: Richard Hricik For SC Attorney General — https://richardforattorneygeneral.com/ Use this as a portable research snapshot; verify live sources before making final voting decisions.