Civic Compass race research snapshot Race: South Carolina House of Representatives — SC House District 18 Data source: Database-backed profile Coverage: Basic Election slug: sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Open online: https://www.ballotvibe.com/races/sc-2026-south-carolina-house-of-representatives-sc-house-district-18?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-18 Flag race evidence: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=South+Carolina+House+of+Representatives+%E2%80%94+SC+House+District+18#corrections Exported: 2026-11-09T08:59:54.320Z Candidate profile links - Alan Morgan: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/alan-morgan-republican?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment - Virginia B Maclure: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/virginia-b-maclure-democratic?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment Why this race matters Candidate profile enrichment race created from official filing rows and candidate evidence sources. Evidence coverage Candidates loaded: 2 Claims loaded: 71 Shared issue areas: Education Candidates without evidence: 0 Claims needing review: 24 Stale source count: 0 Candidate comparison 1. Alan Morgan (Republican) Evidence: 14/55 source-backed; 9 high-confidence Issues: Infrastructure, Immigration, Guns, Education Values: Infrastructure reliability, Public safety, Institutional accountability, Civil liberties, Education quality Public gaps: age_fact, career_or_role_fact, official_voting_record_positions Sources: National Defense — https://ivoterguide.com/issue/30; Positions - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/positions/; About - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/about/ 2. Virginia B Maclure (Democratic) Evidence: 4/16 source-backed; 1 high-confidence Issues: Civil liberties and privacy, Education, Cost of living, Public education funding Values: Civil liberties, Personal privacy, Education quality, Economic opportunity, Fair taxation Public gaps: age_fact, ballotpedia_questionnaire_positions, campaign_policy_claims Sources: Share on WhatsApp — https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?text=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.postandcourier.com%2Fpolitics%2Fscgop-waives-requirements-for-its-governor-debate-amid-low-participation-fears%2Farticle_7c085b25-d764-4d82-8675-5085ae7b0322.html&type=custom_url&app_absent=0; SCGOP to hold governor debate with just half the candidates — https://www.postandcourier.com/politics/sc-debate-scgop-2026-newberry-candidates/article_1f659c77-ba7c-4cf5-a34a-d7a18c143188.html; Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback Research queue Candidate follow-up: Alan Morgan, Virginia B Maclure Source refresh: No stale sources flagged Source-backed claims 1. Alan Morgan — Infrastructure — supports Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Infrastructure: Commitment to our values at home and abroad requires working alongside Quote: “Commitment to our values at home and abroad requires working alongside” Source: National Defense — https://ivoterguide.com/issue/30 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Infrastructure&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fissue%2F30#corrections 2. Alan Morgan — Immigration — supports Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Immigration: America is in a crisis because we have failed to secure our southern border, and South Carolina is no exception. Quote: “America is in a crisis because we have failed to secure our southern border, and South Carolina is no exception.” Source: Positions - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/positions/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Immigration&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmorganforsc.com%2Fpositions%2F#corrections 3. Alan Morgan — Guns — supports Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Guns: South Carolina needs to be leading the nation on the 2nd Amendment front. Quote: “South Carolina needs to be leading the nation on the 2nd Amendment front.” Source: Positions - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/positions/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Guns&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmorganforsc.com%2Fpositions%2F#corrections 4. Alan Morgan — Infrastructure — supports Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Infrastructure: We must fix the issues at SCDOT that have plagued our state for decades, and finally fix our roads. Quote: “We must fix the issues at SCDOT that have plagued our state for decades, and finally fix our roads.” Source: Positions - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/positions/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Infrastructure&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmorganforsc.com%2Fpositions%2F#corrections 5. Alan Morgan — Education — supports Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Education: We need to remove admin work from our teachers and free them up to do what they do best, which is classroom instruction. Quote: “We need to remove admin work from our teachers and free them up to do what they do best, which is classroom instruction.” Source: Positions - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/positions/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Education&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmorganforsc.com%2Fpositions%2F#corrections 6. Alan Morgan — Abortion and reproductive rights — supports Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Abortion and reproductive rights: Pro-Life: South Carolina has made some progress on the pro-life front over the past few years, but there is so much more work to be done. The right to life is the first right mentioned in our Declaration of Independence for a reason; the right to life is the foundational building Quote: “Pro-Life: South Carolina has made some progress on the pro-life front over the past few years, but there is so much more work to be done. The right to life is the first right mentioned in our Declaration of Independence for a reason; the right to life is the foundational building block upon which all other human rights are established. South Carolina should be leading the way on right-to-life issues, not trailing behind other states. Over the past 2 years, I Co-Sponsored & voted for the Human Life Protection Act & voted for and helped pass the Heartbeat Bill.” Source: Positions - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/positions/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Abortion+and+reproductive+rights&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmorganforsc.com%2Fpositions%2F#corrections 7. Alan Morgan — Civil liberties and privacy — opposes Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Civil liberties and privacy: 2nd Amendment: South Carolina needs to be leading the nation on the 2nd Amendment front. Our right to keep and bear arms should not be infringed, and that includes our federal AND state governments. The 2nd amendment is one of the fundamental pillars that support our system of governme Quote: “2nd Amendment: South Carolina needs to be leading the nation on the 2nd Amendment front. Our right to keep and bear arms should not be infringed, and that includes our federal AND state governments. The 2nd amendment is one of the fundamental pillars that support our system of government – of, by, and for the people. I Co-Sponsored & voted for Constitutional Carry in the House, & fought against bad amendments from the Senate such as allowing legislators the ability to carry anywhere the public is banned from carrying (laws for thee, not for me).” Source: Positions - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/positions/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Civil+liberties+and+privacy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmorganforsc.com%2Fpositions%2F#corrections 8. Alan Morgan — Election integrity — promised Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Election integrity: Fight Corruption: South Carolina has one of the most conservative voting populations in the U.S., but our legislators often act as the other side when it comes to things like kickbacks, backroom deals, quid pro quo, and other forms of corruption. I have joined with other like-minded conservativ Quote: “Fight Corruption: South Carolina has one of the most conservative voting populations in the U.S., but our legislators often act as the other side when it comes to things like kickbacks, backroom deals, quid pro quo, and other forms of corruption. I have joined with other like-minded conservative legislators in the State House to expose corruption to the light of day and remove it from our political process, particularly with regard to judicial elections. In 2024, I filed House Bill H. 5039 to keep lawyer legislators from being involved in the process of picking the judges that they argue cases in front of. I also strongly supported H. 3604 Amendment 6, which would have kept government funds from going to legislator-owned businesses in South Carolina.” Source: Positions - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/positions/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmorganforsc.com%2Fpositions%2F#corrections 9. Alan Morgan — Taxes and spending — supports Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Taxes and spending: Alan firmly believes that more money should remain in the hands of the taxpayers, and less money should be going to special projects and pork spending. Quote: “Alan firmly believes that more money should remain in the hands of the taxpayers, and less money should be going to special projects and pork spending.” Source: About - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/about/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Taxes+and+spending&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmorganforsc.com%2Fabout%2F#corrections 10. Alan Morgan — Jobs and economy — supports Alan Morgan's ivoterguide.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed? I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia. Did not answer ECONOMY Quote: “Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed? I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia. Did not answer ECONOMY” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Rep., Dist. 18 candidate - Alan Morgan — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/66237/race/16302/election/872 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Jobs+and+economy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F66237%2Frace%2F16302%2Felection%2F872#corrections 11. Alan Morgan — Taxes and spending — promised Alan Morgan's ivoterguide.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Taxes and spending: What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget? Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs. Did not answer Quote: “What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget? Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs. Did not answer” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Rep., Dist. 18 candidate - Alan Morgan — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/66237/race/16302/election/872 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Taxes+and+spending&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F66237%2Frace%2F16302%2Felection%2F872#corrections 12. Alan Morgan — Immigration — supports Alan Morgan's ivoterguide.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Immigration: What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism? I support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement to pressure Israel to withdraw from occupied territories, remove the separation barrier in the West Bank, allow full equality for Arab Quote: “What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism? I support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement to pressure Israel to withdraw from occupied territories, remove the separation barrier in the West Bank, allow full equality for Arab-Palestinian citizens of Israel, and promote the rights of Palestinian refugees. Did not answer IMMIGRATION The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border. Did not answer” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Rep., Dist. 18 candidate - Alan Morgan — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/66237/race/16302/election/872 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Immigration&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F66237%2Frace%2F16302%2Felection%2F872#corrections 13. Alan Morgan — Public safety — promised Alan Morgan's ivoterguide.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Public safety: What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities? I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs. Did not answer 2ND AMENDMENT Quote: “What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities? I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs. Did not answer 2ND AMENDMENT” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Rep., Dist. 18 candidate - Alan Morgan — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/66237/race/16302/election/872 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Public+safety&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F66237%2Frace%2F16302%2Felection%2F872#corrections 14. Alan Morgan — Election integrity — supports Alan Morgan's ivoterguide.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Election integrity: Did not answer ELECTIONS AND VOTING People should be able to vote without photo identification. Quote: “Did not answer ELECTIONS AND VOTING People should be able to vote without photo identification.” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Rep., Dist. 18 candidate - Alan Morgan — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/66237/race/16302/election/872 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F66237%2Frace%2F16302%2Felection%2F872#corrections 15. Alan Morgan — Government transparency — supports Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Government transparency: We employ industry-standard security measures to safeguard the information collected through our SMS service, aiming to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Quote: “We employ industry-standard security measures to safeguard the information collected through our SMS service, aiming to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.” Source: Privacy Policy - Alan Morgan — https://morganforsc.com/privacy-policy/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Government+transparency&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmorganforsc.com%2Fprivacy-policy%2F#corrections 16. Alan Morgan — Civil liberties and privacy — supports Alan Morgan has a source-backed statement on Civil liberties and privacy: Join the movement to restore biblical values and constitutional principles in our nation by informing and mobilizing more faith-based voters with the truth. Quote: “Join the movement to restore biblical values and constitutional principles in our nation by informing and mobilizing more faith-based voters with the truth.” Source: iVoterGuide - Jobs — https://ivoterguide.com/jobs Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Alan+Morgan+%E2%80%94+Civil+liberties+and+privacy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fjobs#corrections Use this as a portable race comparison snapshot; verify live sources before making final voting decisions.