Civic Compass race research snapshot Race: South Carolina House of Representatives — SC House District 3 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-3?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-3 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+3#corrections Exported: 2026-11-08T13:02:11.506Z Candidate profile links - Claiborne Linvill: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/claiborne-linvill-democratic?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment - Phillip Bowers: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/phillip-bowers-republican?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: 77 Shared issue areas: Election integrity, Cost of living, Infrastructure Candidates without evidence: 0 Claims needing review: 24 Stale source count: 0 Candidate comparison 1. Claiborne Linvill (Democratic) Evidence: 19/31 source-backed; 13 high-confidence Issues: Election integrity, Civil liberties and privacy, Cost of living, Infrastructure Values: Government transparency, Institutional accountability, Civil liberties, Personal privacy, Economic opportunity Public gaps: age_fact, campaign_policy_claims, career_or_role_fact Sources: How to Vote in Clemson, Central, Six Mile — https://www.claibornelinvill.com/vote; Share on WhatsApp — https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?text=https%3A%2F%2Fupstatetoday.com%2Fnews%2Fstate-house-candidates-talk-platforms%2Farticle_297a4a95-810d-4652-8f12-02e31516beb8.html&type=custom_url&app_absent=0; South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 2. Phillip Bowers (Republican) Evidence: 9/46 source-backed; 7 high-confidence Issues: Election integrity, Infrastructure, Cost of living, Public safety Values: Government transparency, Institutional accountability, Infrastructure reliability, Economic opportunity, Fair taxation Public gaps: age_fact, career_or_role_fact, vote411_questionnaire_positions Sources: What does the Conservative Party Of Canada believe? - Canada - LykElect.com — https://lykelect.com/party/conservative-party-of-canada/5f600fdb-b63e-4356-aac0-47d04226f87a/; Phillip Bowers - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Phillip_Bowers; South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 Research queue Candidate follow-up: Claiborne Linvill, Phillip Bowers Source refresh: No stale sources flagged Source-backed claims 1. Claiborne Linvill — Election integrity — voted_no Claiborne Linvill's claibornelinvill.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Election integrity: Doing so will risk your vote not being made in some key elections. Quote: “Doing so will risk your vote not being made in some key elections.” Source: How to Vote in Clemson, Central, Six Mile — https://www.claibornelinvill.com/vote Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.claibornelinvill.com%2Fvote#corrections 2. Claiborne Linvill — Civil liberties and privacy — supports Claiborne Linvill's upstatetoday.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Civil liberties and privacy: Don't have the app? What we do Features Blog Security For Business Who we are About us Careers Brand Center Privacy Use WhatsApp Android iPhone Mac/PC WhatsApp Web Quote: “Don't have the app? What we do Features Blog Security For Business Who we are About us Careers Brand Center Privacy Use WhatsApp Android iPhone Mac/PC WhatsApp Web” Source: Share on WhatsApp — https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?text=https%3A%2F%2Fupstatetoday.com%2Fnews%2Fstate-house-candidates-talk-platforms%2Farticle_297a4a95-810d-4652-8f12-02e31516beb8.html&type=custom_url&app_absent=0 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Civil+liberties+and+privacy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.whatsapp.com%2Fsend%2F%3Ftext%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fupstatetoday.com%252Fnews%252Fstate-house-candidates-talk-platforms%252Farticle_297a4a95-810d-4652-8f12-02e31516beb8.html%26type%3Dcustom_url%26app_absent%3D0#corrections 3. Claiborne Linvill — Cost of living — supports Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Cost of living: District 96 Vivian Elston * Perry Finch Hunter Hackett Scotty Whetstone District 97 Cathy Jaggars *   Robby Robbins * (i) District 98 Sonja Ogletree Satani * Greg Ford * (i) District 99 Jacob Goddard Samuel Price Jarrod Brooks Kristy Gore Da Quote: “District 96 Vivian Elston * Perry Finch Hunter Hackett Scotty Whetstone District 97 Cathy Jaggars *   Robby Robbins * (i) District 98 Sonja Ogletree Satani * Greg Ford * (i) District 99 Jacob Goddard Samuel Price Jarrod Brooks Kristy Gore David Herndon Shawn Pinkston District 100 Crystal Campbell * Sylleste Davis * (i) District 101 Roger Kirby  (i) Martin Cunningham Cheryl Lane Arnie Borowsky * District 102 Montez Aiken Katie McCravy Harriet Holman * (i) District 103 Carl Anderson  (i) Wendell Padgett The Republican primary was canceled.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Cost+of+living&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FSouth_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections%2C_2026#corrections 4. Claiborne Linvill — Infrastructure — supports Claiborne Linvill'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 G Quote: “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 District 116 Clay N.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Infrastructure&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FSouth_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections%2C_2026#corrections 5. Claiborne Linvill — Campaign finance — supports Claiborne Linvill'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: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Campaign+finance&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FClaiborne_Linvill#corrections 6. Claiborne Linvill — Environment and energy — supports Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Environment and energy: When it comes to caring for and educating our youngest children, helping more families work, making SC businesses more successful, caring for our environment, mitigating future disasters and ensuring smart development, I am experienced, passionate, and Quote: “When it comes to caring for and educating our youngest children, helping more families work, making SC businesses more successful, caring for our environment, mitigating future disasters and ensuring smart development, I am experienced, passionate, and ready to make a difference at the state house.” Source: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Environment+and+energy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FClaiborne_Linvill#corrections 7. Claiborne Linvill — Healthcare — supports Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: IMPROVE AFFORDABILITY Focus on improving access to healthcare, childcare and attainable housing, and lower taxes for working families. Quote: “IMPROVE AFFORDABILITY Focus on improving access to healthcare, childcare and attainable housing, and lower taxes for working families.” Source: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Healthcare&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FClaiborne_Linvill#corrections 8. Claiborne Linvill — Election integrity — supports Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: Claiborne Linvill (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for South Carolina House of Representatives District 3 without appearing on the ballot. Quote: “Claiborne Linvill (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for South Carolina House of Representatives District 3 without appearing on the ballot.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives District 3 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_District_3 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FSouth_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_District_3#corrections 9. Claiborne Linvill — Election integrity — supports Claiborne Linvill's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: The candidate list in this election may not be complete. Quote: “The candidate list in this election may not be complete.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FSouth_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections%2C_2026#corrections 10. Claiborne Linvill — Infrastructure — supports Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Infrastructure: Elected to Pickens County Council in 2022, Claiborne has been a champion for family issues, balancing growth, and improving our local roads. Quote: “Elected to Pickens County Council in 2022, Claiborne has been a champion for family issues, balancing growth, and improving our local roads.” Source: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Infrastructure&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FClaiborne_Linvill#corrections 11. Claiborne Linvill — Education — supports Claiborne Linvill'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 • Cou 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=Claiborne_Linvill&oldid=11241410 " Categories : 2026 challenger 2026 general election 2026 primary (winner) Democratic Party South Carolina South Carolina House of Representatives candidate, 2026 State House candidate, 2026 State house candidates Information about voting” Source: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Education&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FClaiborne_Linvill#corrections 12. Claiborne Linvill — Cost of living — promised Claiborne Linvill's claibornelinvill.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Why should I vote for Claiborne Linvill? After four years on Pickens County Council, I’m ready to represent our area in the state house. I will work diligently for a more affordable quality of life, better roads, and less government intervention. I will be a new, Quote: “Why should I vote for Claiborne Linvill? After four years on Pickens County Council, I’m ready to represent our area in the state house. I will work diligently for a more affordable quality of life, better roads, and less government intervention. I will be a new, strong voice for Clemson, Central and Six Mile, and a much-needed positive change in South Carolina state politics. I’d be honored to have your vote. *Not sure if you're registered to vote? Visit www.scvotes.gov to check your status. Meet Claiborne Support Contact Facebook Instagram Back To Top Error Message ×” Source: How to Vote in Clemson, Central, Six Mile — https://www.claibornelinvill.com/vote Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Cost+of+living&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.claibornelinvill.com%2Fvote#corrections 13. Claiborne Linvill — Election integrity — promised Claiborne Linvill's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Two of my key passions are expanding high quality childcare and making South Carolina more resilient. My work on county council has allowed me to attend trainings and work with experts around Quote: “What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Two of my key passions are expanding high quality childcare and making South Carolina more resilient. My work on county council has allowed me to attend trainings and work with experts around the state on both of these issues. When it comes to caring for and educating our youngest children, helping more families work, making SC businesses more successful, caring for our environment, mitigating future disasters and ensuring smart development, I am experienced, passionate, and ready to make a difference at the state house. Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.” Source: Claiborne Linvill - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Claiborne_Linvill Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FClaiborne_Linvill#corrections 14. Claiborne Linvill — Education — voted_no Claiborne Linvill's claibornelinvill.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Education: Who is on the ballot? First, please do not vote straight ticket . Doing so will risk your vote not being made in some key elections. Please skip the first screen asking for a single-party vote, and instead go through each office to select your choice. I'm on the ballot Quote: “Who is on the ballot? First, please do not vote straight ticket . Doing so will risk your vote not being made in some key elections. Please skip the first screen asking for a single-party vote, and instead go through each office to select your choice. I'm on the ballot as the Democrat running for South Carolina State House, District 3. To see your sample ballot, visit www.scvotes.gov . To learn more about candidates on your ballot, including Governor, Senator, Superintendent of Education, City Council Members and more, visit www.vote411.org .” Source: How to Vote in Clemson, Central, Six Mile — https://www.claibornelinvill.com/vote Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Education&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.claibornelinvill.com%2Fvote#corrections 15. Claiborne Linvill — Cost of living — promised Claiborne Linvill's upstatetoday.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: How would you like to pay? I Agree to the Subscription Terms of Use. 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Close” Source: State House candidates talk platforms | News | upstatetoday.com — https://upstatetoday.com/news/state-house-candidates-talk-platforms/article_297a4a95-810d-4652-8f12-02e31516beb8.html Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Cost+of+living&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fupstatetoday.com%2Fnews%2Fstate-house-candidates-talk-platforms%2Farticle_297a4a95-810d-4652-8f12-02e31516beb8.html#corrections 16. Claiborne Linvill — Public safety — promised Claiborne Linvill'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. Quote: “District 104 George Blumenthal * William Bailey * (i) District 105 David Wilson *   Kevin J.” Source: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Claiborne+Linvill+%E2%80%94+Public+safety&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FSouth_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections%2C_2026#corrections Use this as a portable race comparison snapshot; verify live sources before making final voting decisions.