Civic Compass race research snapshot Race: South Carolina House of Representatives — SC House District 8 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-8?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-8 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+8#corrections Exported: 2026-11-08T11:56:22.667Z Candidate profile links - Demetrius Carson: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/demetrius-carson-democratic?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment - Don Chapman: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/don-chapman-republican?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment - Sherry Hodges: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/sherry-hodges-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: 3 Claims loaded: 154 Shared issue areas: Civil liberties and privacy, Election integrity, Healthcare Candidates without evidence: 0 Claims needing review: 36 Stale source count: 0 Candidate comparison 1. Demetrius Carson (Democratic) Evidence: 12/46 source-backed; 6 high-confidence Issues: Public safety, Civil liberties and privacy, Election integrity, Jobs and economy Values: Public safety, Civil liberties, Personal privacy, Government transparency, Institutional accountability Public gaps: age_fact, career_or_role_fact, official_voting_record_positions Sources: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026; SC voter guide for the General election on Nov 03, 2026. — https://ivoterguide.com/voter-guide/eleck/1469; Watchdog Report – April 22, 2026 – Western Upstate Association of REALTORS — https://www.westernupstatemls.com/news/watchdog-report-april-22-2026/ 2. Don Chapman (Republican) Evidence: 17/55 source-backed; 2 high-confidence Issues: Healthcare, Guns, Abortion and reproductive rights, Election integrity Values: Healthcare access, Public safety, Civil liberties, Government transparency, Institutional accountability Public gaps: age_fact, career_or_role_fact, official_voting_record_positions Sources: Conversations with Don Chapman – Voyage South Carolina Magazine — https://southcarolinavoyager.com/interview/conversations-with-don-chapman/; Key Issues | Don Chapman for SC House — https://www.chapmanforschouse.com/issues; Don Chapman - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Don_Chapman 3. Sherry Hodges (Republican) Evidence: 10/53 source-backed; 9 high-confidence Issues: Election integrity, Healthcare, Civil liberties and privacy, Cost of living Values: Government transparency, Institutional accountability, Healthcare access, Civil liberties, Personal privacy Public gaps: age_fact, career_or_role_fact, official_voting_record_positions Sources: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/South_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2026; Sherry Hodges (South Carolina) - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Sherry_Hodges_(South_Carolina); Sherry Hodges - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Sherry_Hodges Research queue Candidate follow-up: Demetrius Carson, Don Chapman, Sherry Hodges Source refresh: No stale sources flagged Source-backed claims 1. Sherry Hodges — Election integrity — supports Sherry Hodges'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=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FSouth_Carolina_House_of_Representatives_elections%2C_2026#corrections 2. Sherry Hodges — Election integrity — supports Sherry Hodges's ballotpedia.org questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: Vote totals may change until results are certified.  Source 1  Source 2 Total votes: 4,184 = candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey. Quote: “Vote totals may change until results are certified.  Source 1  Source 2 Total votes: 4,184 = candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.” Source: Sherry Hodges (South Carolina) - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Sherry_Hodges_(South_Carolina) Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FSherry_Hodges_%28South_Carolina%29#corrections 3. Sherry Hodges — Healthcare — supports Sherry Hodges's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: Supreme Court Federal courts State government Ballot measures Municipal government School boards Recalls Education policy on Ballotpedia Public policy Administrative state Criminal justice policy Education policy Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) F Quote: “Supreme Court Federal courts State government Ballot measures Municipal government School boards Recalls Education policy on Ballotpedia Public policy Administrative state Criminal justice policy Education policy Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) Federalism Unemployment insurance Work requirements Policy in the states More...” Source: Sherry Hodges - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Sherry_Hodges Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Healthcare&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FSherry_Hodges#corrections 4. Sherry Hodges — Election integrity — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Election integrity: South Carolina law requires us to report this information to the appropriate Ethics Committee/Commission if an individual’s contributions aggregate in excess of $100 in an election cycle. Quote: “South Carolina law requires us to report this information to the appropriate Ethics Committee/Commission if an individual’s contributions aggregate in excess of $100 in an election cycle.” Source: Privacy Policy — Hodges for SC House — https://www.hodgesforschouse.com/privacy-policy Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hodgesforschouse.com%2Fprivacy-policy#corrections 5. Sherry Hodges — Civil liberties and privacy — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Civil liberties and privacy: We cannot guarantee the privacy and safety of these areas and are therefore not responsible for any information you choose to post. Quote: “We cannot guarantee the privacy and safety of these areas and are therefore not responsible for any information you choose to post.” Source: Privacy Policy — Hodges for SC House — https://www.hodgesforschouse.com/privacy-policy Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Civil+liberties+and+privacy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hodgesforschouse.com%2Fprivacy-policy#corrections 6. Sherry Hodges — Cost of living — promised Sherry Hodges's aol.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Anderson County voters to weigh in on Statehouse races. Who's on ballot? Voters in Anderson County will decide four contested South Carolina House primary races this June as incumbents face challengers on issues ranging from taxes and government spending to immigration, educa Quote: “Anderson County voters to weigh in on Statehouse races. Who's on ballot? Voters in Anderson County will decide four contested South Carolina House primary races this June as incumbents face challengers on issues ranging from taxes and government spending to immigration, education, and public safety. For the 2026 primaries, there are four contested races in Anderson County. Candidate filing for the 2026 election cycle closed in March, officially setting the stage for the June primaries and November general election. Polls opened for early voting on May 26, and election day will be on Tuesday, June 9. For residents looking to find where to vote, scvotes.org lists precinct locations. State House District 6 April Cromer Age: 49 Family: Cromer has a husband, Brent Cromer, and two children Experience: She has been the incumbent since being elected on Nov.14, 2022. Outside of that, she's an internal operations auditor for her family's business, Cromer Food Services.” Source: Anderson County voters to weigh in on Statehouse races. Who's on ballot? - AOL — https://www.aol.com/news/anderson-county-voters-weigh-statehouse-090215657.html Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Cost+of+living&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.aol.com%2Fnews%2Fanderson-county-voters-weigh-statehouse-090215657.html#corrections 7. Sherry Hodges — Election integrity — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Election integrity: Name on Ballot:: PO Box 543 Sandy Springs SC 29677 © 2026 South Carolina State Election Commission. All Rights Reserved. Quote: “Name on Ballot:: PO Box 543 Sandy Springs SC 29677 © 2026 South Carolina State Election Commission. All Rights Reserved.” Source: Candidate Detail — https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/Candidate/CandidateDetail/?candidateId=20575&electionId=22114&searchType=Default Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fvrems.scvotes.sc.gov%2FCandidate%2FCandidateDetail%2F%3FcandidateId%3D20575%26electionId%3D22114%26searchType%3DDefault#corrections 8. Sherry Hodges — Taxes and spending — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Taxes and spending: Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services. Quote: “Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Rep., Dist. 8 candidate - Sherry Hodges — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/80557/race/16292/election/1175?culture=en-us Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Taxes+and+spending&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F80557%2Frace%2F16292%2Felection%2F1175%3Fculture%3Den-us#corrections 9. Sherry Hodges — Jobs and economy — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: iVoterGuide - Jobs: iVoterGuide is a division of AFA Action, the governmental affairs affiliate of American Family Association. AFA Action's mission is to inform and mobilize individuals to strengthen the biblical foundations of America. AFA Action has three divisions: Center for Judicial Renew Quote: “iVoterGuide - Jobs: iVoterGuide is a division of AFA Action, the governmental affairs affiliate of American Family Association. AFA Action's mission is to inform and mobilize individuals to strengthen the biblical foundations of America. AFA Action has three divisions: Center for Judicial Renewal, Government Affairs, and iVoterGuide.” Source: iVoterGuide - Jobs — https://ivoterguide.com/jobs Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Jobs+and+economy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fjobs#corrections 10. Sherry Hodges — Jobs and economy — promised Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: SPECIAL STATEMENT FOR JOB APPLICANTS: Any personal information that you provide to us when applying for a career position with Hodges for SC House will be used solely to consider and act upon your application. We may retain your personal information for a period of time, but only for as long as Quote: “SPECIAL STATEMENT FOR JOB APPLICANTS: Any personal information that you provide to us when applying for a career position with Hodges for SC House will be used solely to consider and act upon your application. We may retain your personal information for a period of time, but only for as long as necessary for such purposes or as otherwise required by law. We may disclose your personal information to our agents for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for the particular position for which you applied, for other available positions or as otherwise required by law. We may also disclose your personal information to third parties hired by us to collect, maintain, and analyze candidates for career positions or as otherwise required by law.” Source: Privacy Policy — Hodges for SC House — https://www.hodgesforschouse.com/privacy-policy Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Jobs+and+economy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hodgesforschouse.com%2Fprivacy-policy#corrections 11. Sherry Hodges — Immigration — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Immigration: Protecting our borders and standing up for the rule of law are critical. Quote: “Protecting our borders and standing up for the rule of law are critical.” Source: Issues — Hodges for SC House — https://www.hodgesforschouse.com/issues Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Immigration&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hodgesforschouse.com%2Fissues#corrections 12. Sherry Hodges — Immigration — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Immigration: IMMIGRATION: I support the existence of sanctuary cities to protect undocumented persons. Quote: “IMMIGRATION: I support the existence of sanctuary cities to protect undocumented persons.” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Representative, District 8 candidate - Sherry Hodges — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/80557/race/27691/election/1421 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Immigration&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F80557%2Frace%2F27691%2Felection%2F1421#corrections 13. Sherry Hodges — Election integrity — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Election integrity: ELECTIONS AND VOTING: People should be able to vote without photo identification. Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race. Quote: “ELECTIONS AND VOTING: People should be able to vote without photo identification. Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Representative, District 8 candidate - Sherry Hodges — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/80557/race/27691/election/1421 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F80557%2Frace%2F27691%2Felection%2F1421#corrections 14. Sherry Hodges — Jobs and economy — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system. Quote: “Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Rep., Dist. 8 candidate - Sherry Hodges — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/80557/race/16292/election/1175?culture=en-us Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Jobs+and+economy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F80557%2Frace%2F16292%2Felection%2F1175%3Fculture%3Den-us#corrections 15. Sherry Hodges — Immigration — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Immigration: should do more to physically secure the southern border. Quote: “should do more to physically secure the southern border.” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Rep., Dist. 8 candidate - Sherry Hodges — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/80557/race/16292/election/1175?culture=en-us Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Immigration&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F80557%2Frace%2F16292%2Felection%2F1175%3Fculture%3Den-us#corrections 16. Sherry Hodges — Education — supports Sherry Hodges has a source-backed statement on Education: Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations? Quote: “Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?” Source: Voter Guide Profile for SC State Rep., Dist. 8 candidate - Sherry Hodges — https://ivoterguide.com/candidate/80557/race/16292/election/1175?culture=en-us Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?election=sc-candidate-profile-enrichment&claimReference=Sherry+Hodges+%E2%80%94+Education&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fivoterguide.com%2Fcandidate%2F80557%2Frace%2F16292%2Felection%2F1175%3Fculture%3Den-us#corrections Use this as a portable race comparison snapshot; verify live sources before making final voting decisions.