Civic Compass race research snapshot Race: U.S. House — SC-02 Data source: Database-backed profile Coverage: Basic Open online: https://www.ballotvibe.com/races/sc-2026-u-s-house-sc-02 Open ballot plan: https://www.ballotvibe.com/plan#plan-sc-2026-u-s-house-sc-02 Flag race evidence: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=U.S.+House+%E2%80%94+SC-02#corrections Exported: 2026-10-19T07:29:38.846Z Candidate profile links - David Robinson II: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/david-robinson-ii-democratic - Dayna Alane Smith: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/dayna-alane-smith-workers - Joe Wilson: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/joe-wilson-republican - Zyon Khalifa: https://www.ballotvibe.com/candidates/zyon-khalifa-democratic Why this race matters Candidate profile enrichment race created from official filing rows and candidate evidence sources. Evidence coverage Candidates loaded: 4 Claims loaded: 261 Shared issue areas: Education, Jobs and economy Candidates without evidence: 0 Claims needing review: 48 Stale source count: 0 Candidate comparison 1. David Robinson II (Democratic) Evidence: 43/71 source-backed; 15 high-confidence Issues: Gun safety background checks and red flag laws, Healthcare expansion, Cost of living public intervention, Public investment and taxes Values: Public safety, Healthcare access, Economic opportunity, Fair taxation, Education quality Public gaps: age_fact, ballotpedia_questionnaire_positions, campaign_policy_claims Sources: Democratic party-platform fallback signal — party-platform:democratic:fallback; Watch DAVID | Prime Video — https://www.amazon.com/DAVID-Phil-Cunningham/dp/B0G7Y8HJR9; DAVID Functional Annotation Bioinformatics Microarray Analysis — https://davidbioinformatics.nih.gov/ 2. Dayna Alane Smith (Workers) Evidence: 13/51 source-backed; 2 high-confidence Issues: Environment and energy, Education, Jobs and economy, Healthcare Values: Environmental stewardship, Infrastructure reliability, Education quality, Economic opportunity, Small business support Public gaps: age_fact, ballotpedia_questionnaire_positions, campaign_policy_claims Sources: Policy — https://www.forbes.com/policy/; Energy — https://www.forbes.com/energy/; Healthcare — https://www.forbes.com/healthcare/ 3. Joe Wilson (Republican) Evidence: 43/85 source-backed; 15 high-confidence Issues: Cost of living, Jobs and economy, Infrastructure, Taxes and spending Values: Economic opportunity, Fair taxation, Small business support, Infrastructure reliability, Fiscal responsibility Public gaps: age_fact, ballotpedia_questionnaire_positions, campaign_policy_claims Sources: White Wine Cake - Veggie Desserts — https://veggiedesserts.com/white-wine-cake/; Wine Cake from The Tuscan Sun Cookbook - Creative Culinary — https://creative-culinary.com/wine-cake-recipe-from-tuscan-sun-cookbook/; White Wine Bundt Cake Recipe - AKA "Crack Cake" - BubbaPie — https://bubbapie.com/easy-crack-cake-recipe/ 4. Zyon Khalifa (Democratic) Evidence: 21/54 source-backed; 16 high-confidence Issues: Public safety, Education, Election integrity, Jobs and economy Values: Public safety, Education quality, Government transparency, Institutional accountability, Economic opportunity Public gaps: age_fact, career_or_role_fact, official_voting_record_positions Sources: Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Zyon_Khalifa; Platform | Join Us for Positive Change — Khalifa For Congress — https://www.khalifaforcongress.com/platform; Volunteer to Phone Bank for Zyon Khalifa — Khalifa For Congress — https://www.khalifaforcongress.com/election-dates/event-one-rg2bh-mx2wm-laa2k-ynm8z-2nwyr-44m4k-x6zyp Research queue Candidate follow-up: David Robinson II, Dayna Alane Smith, Joe Wilson, Zyon Khalifa Source refresh: No stale sources flagged Source-backed claims 1. Zyon Khalifa — Public safety — supports Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation. Quote: “As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation.” Source: Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Zyon_Khalifa Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Zyon+Khalifa+%E2%80%94+Public+safety&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FZyon_Khalifa#corrections 2. Zyon Khalifa — Education — promised Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: Zyon Khalifa is a next-generation leader running to represent South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District with a focus on putting people over politics. A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is Quote: “Zyon Khalifa is a next-generation leader running to represent South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District with a focus on putting people over politics. A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is committed to investing in the communities that raised him.” Source: Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Zyon_Khalifa Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Zyon+Khalifa+%E2%80%94+Education&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FZyon_Khalifa#corrections 3. Zyon Khalifa — Election integrity — promised Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Quote: “The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.” Source: Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Zyon_Khalifa Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Zyon+Khalifa+%E2%80%94+Election+integrity&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FZyon_Khalifa#corrections 4. Zyon Khalifa — Jobs and economy — supports Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Jobs and economy: Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in la Quote: “Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in law and public service reflects a commitment to justice, accountability, and real solutions that meet the moment.” Source: Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Zyon_Khalifa Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Zyon+Khalifa+%E2%80%94+Jobs+and+economy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FZyon_Khalifa#corrections 5. Zyon Khalifa — Environment and energy — supports Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Environment and energy: I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeli Quote: “I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeling overlooked by those in power. I bring the energy, accessibility, and perspective needed to connect with all voters and move our district forward.” Source: Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Zyon_Khalifa Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Zyon+Khalifa+%E2%80%94+Environment+and+energy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fballotpedia.org%2FZyon_Khalifa#corrections 6. Joe Wilson — Cost of living — promised Joe Wilson's veggiedesserts.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Does alcohol bake off in wine cake? If you're still concerned or want a completely alcohol-free option, you can replace the wine with white grape juice, apple juice, or even buttermilk. The texture will be slightly different, but still very good. Quote: “Does alcohol bake off in wine cake? If you're still concerned or want a completely alcohol-free option, you can replace the wine with white grape juice, apple juice, or even buttermilk. The texture will be slightly different, but still very good.” Source: White Wine Cake - Veggie Desserts — https://veggiedesserts.com/white-wine-cake/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Joe+Wilson+%E2%80%94+Cost+of+living&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fveggiedesserts.com%2Fwhite-wine-cake%2F#corrections 7. Joe Wilson — Jobs and economy — supports Joe Wilson's creative-culinary.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Jobs and economy: I’m in love with that white plate with the raised design! Can you please tell me the maker and name of the design? Pretty please? I wish I could. I sold those sets years ago with an online business I ran but they are not marked and I just don’t recall the Quote: “I’m in love with that white plate with the raised design! Can you please tell me the maker and name of the design? Pretty please? I wish I could. I sold those sets years ago with an online business I ran but they are not marked and I just don’t recall the manufacturer. 🙁 Reply Lisa says: June 29, 2015 at 4:13 pm Thanks for the reply. My luck at finding things is always this bad, I hope it changes someday! Reply Claire @ Simply Sweet Justice says: March 4, 2014 at 10:36 pm” Source: Wine Cake from The Tuscan Sun Cookbook - Creative Culinary — https://creative-culinary.com/wine-cake-recipe-from-tuscan-sun-cookbook/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Joe+Wilson+%E2%80%94+Jobs+and+economy&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fcreative-culinary.com%2Fwine-cake-recipe-from-tuscan-sun-cookbook%2F#corrections 8. Joe Wilson — Cost of living — opposes Joe Wilson's bubbapie.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Do You Need To Use Wine In This Crack Cake Recipe? When something is called Crack Cake, you probably already know a lot about it. I mean, if it is just a mediocre cake, no one would dare call it Crack Cake, right? A cake so addictive that once you eat it, you just won’t be able Quote: “Do You Need To Use Wine In This Crack Cake Recipe? When something is called Crack Cake, you probably already know a lot about it. I mean, if it is just a mediocre cake, no one would dare call it Crack Cake, right? A cake so addictive that once you eat it, you just won’t be able to stop? So, get ready to elevate your expectations for this sugary, sweet, moist and soft bundt cake that will change your life! I think it’s always important to have a good, slightly outside of the box, cake recipe on hand for different occasions. There are potlucks, pitch ins, birthday parties and celebrations that are all give you the opportunity for a really fun cake recipe. And, while this cake recipe IS slightly outside of the box, it all starts off INSIDE the box. And by that, I mean it is based off a box cake mix. What Is A Box Cake Mix Recipe These cake recipes are all the rage right now on the internet. There are a ton of at-home bakers taking store bought cake mix recipes and adding some flair to them to make extravagant and exciting desserts. It’s so fun to take a box cake mix and think about all the things that you can add to it to create some fabulous flair to a new recipe!” Source: White Wine Bundt Cake Recipe - AKA "Crack Cake" - BubbaPie — https://bubbapie.com/easy-crack-cake-recipe/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Joe+Wilson+%E2%80%94+Cost+of+living&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fbubbapie.com%2Feasy-crack-cake-recipe%2F#corrections 9. Joe Wilson — Infrastructure — supports Joe Wilson's southyourmouth.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Infrastructure: Sherry's a good bit stronger than wine. Maybe use 1/2 the amount? I have a recipe similar to this using cream sherry. It calls for 1/2 to 3/4 cup sherry. The glaze is made with 1/2 cup sherry 1/4 cup water, 1 stick butter and 1 cup sugar. Boil for 5 min. in saucepan. Pour Quote: “Sherry's a good bit stronger than wine. Maybe use 1/2 the amount? I have a recipe similar to this using cream sherry. It calls for 1/2 to 3/4 cup sherry. The glaze is made with 1/2 cup sherry 1/4 cup water, 1 stick butter and 1 cup sugar. Boil for 5 min. in saucepan. Pour over warm cake that you have poked holes all over the top. This can be done in the bundt pan or after you remove it from the pan. Delicious!! Delete Replies Reply Reply Anonymous 11/30/15, 3:07 PM How about a yellow cake and a bottle of wine? LOL Reply Delete Replies Reply Terri D 6/8/16, 5:57 PM I made this but before I poured the batter in the pan I sprinkled about a cup of chopped pecans in the bottom of the pan. I though it added some nice texture. Fab recipe! Reply Delete Replies Reply Elke 3/20/17, 5:42 PM Wow, Terri, that sounds like a great idea!” Source: South Your Mouth: White Wine Cake — https://www.southyourmouth.com/2014/10/white-wine-cake.html Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Joe+Wilson+%E2%80%94+Infrastructure&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.southyourmouth.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fwhite-wine-cake.html#corrections 10. Joe Wilson — Cost of living — supports Joe Wilson's creative-culinary.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: I know…pine nuts are SO pricey but this uses only a small amount and seems the perfect splurge if you have the mind to pick up a few. Quote: “I know…pine nuts are SO pricey but this uses only a small amount and seems the perfect splurge if you have the mind to pick up a few.” Source: Wine Cake from The Tuscan Sun Cookbook - Creative Culinary — https://creative-culinary.com/wine-cake-recipe-from-tuscan-sun-cookbook/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Joe+Wilson+%E2%80%94+Cost+of+living&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fcreative-culinary.com%2Fwine-cake-recipe-from-tuscan-sun-cookbook%2F#corrections 11. Joe Wilson — Cost of living — promised Joe Wilson's southyourmouth.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Would a sweeter wine (Moscato) make it too sweet? made this for my parents who were skeptical just by the name and it blew their socks off! Reply Delete Replies Reply Add comment Load more... Did you try this recipe? Please rate it above in the recipe card and let me know Quote: “Would a sweeter wine (Moscato) make it too sweet? made this for my parents who were skeptical just by the name and it blew their socks off! Reply Delete Replies Reply Add comment Load more... Did you try this recipe? Please rate it above in the recipe card and let me know what you thought! Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Trending Now! Carolina Dreaming Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing Recipe Search Welcome to South Your Mouth Hey there! I'm Mandy Rivers, creator and author of South Your Mouth. I was born and raised in South Carolina where I learned to cook from the generations of women who helped shape my life. You'll find everything here from tried-and-true Southern classics to easy recipes every busy cook needs. Grab a cup of coffee and stay awhile, friend. I'm so glad you're here! ABOUT | AUTHOR | CONTACT” Source: South Your Mouth: White Wine Cake — https://www.southyourmouth.com/2014/10/white-wine-cake.html Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Joe+Wilson+%E2%80%94+Cost+of+living&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.southyourmouth.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fwhite-wine-cake.html#corrections 12. Joe Wilson — Taxes and spending — promised Joe Wilson's creative-culinary.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Taxes and spending: I would substitute almonds in a heartbeat though if pine nuts aren’t in the budget. Quote: “I would substitute almonds in a heartbeat though if pine nuts aren’t in the budget.” Source: Wine Cake from The Tuscan Sun Cookbook - Creative Culinary — https://creative-culinary.com/wine-cake-recipe-from-tuscan-sun-cookbook/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Joe+Wilson+%E2%80%94+Taxes+and+spending&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fcreative-culinary.com%2Fwine-cake-recipe-from-tuscan-sun-cookbook%2F#corrections 13. Joe Wilson — Cost of living — supports Joe Wilson's foodandwine.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: What Happens When the Grocery Store Is the Buzziest Restaurant in Town? “The burritos are sneaky good, and they use high-quality ingredients,” says Lightner. “My kids love them and I always find myself taking the last bites of theirs.” Even better — they can be cooked in a mi Quote: “What Happens When the Grocery Store Is the Buzziest Restaurant in Town? “The burritos are sneaky good, and they use high-quality ingredients,” says Lightner. “My kids love them and I always find myself taking the last bites of theirs.” Even better — they can be cooked in a microwave in just two minutes. Stock These 5 Frozen Walmart Staples for Easy, Affordable Weeknight Dinners Stouffer’s Pepperoni French Bread Pizzas Food & Wine / Nestlé There’s a lot of debate around who makes the best frozen pizza on the market. For 1998 F&W Best New Chef Michael Symon, it’s always Stouffer’s. The iconic company’s par-baked French bread pizza is crunchy, chewy, and delightfully nostalgic. Symon bakes the pepperoni version, and — in a classic professional chef move — tops it with hot honey . Explore more: Food” Source: The 7 Best Frozen Meals Pro Chefs Love — https://www.foodandwine.com/chefs-favorite-frozen-meals-11794043 Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Joe+Wilson+%E2%80%94+Cost+of+living&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.foodandwine.com%2Fchefs-favorite-frozen-meals-11794043#corrections 14. Joe Wilson — Cost of living — supports Joe Wilson's buschgardens.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: Are you sure you want to delete this item? Visit Our Water Park Water Country USA Join Our Team Job Opportunities Things To Do Rides & Coasters Shows Elite VIP Tour Tours Animals Kid Friendly Attractions Restaurants Shopping Camps New at the Park Verbolten: Forbidden Turn No Quote: “Are you sure you want to delete this item? 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Joe Wilson — Education — supports Joe Wilson's thesimpleparent.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Education: CAN I SERVE WINE CAKE TO ANYONE? Mariah is the mom of 2 and a former educator (preschool - 4th grade & special education) with a degree in human development. As a busy mom living in with a multi-generational family under one roof (with 4 dogs!), life is sometimes chaotic! She Quote: “CAN I SERVE WINE CAKE TO ANYONE? Mariah is the mom of 2 and a former educator (preschool - 4th grade & special education) with a degree in human development. As a busy mom living in with a multi-generational family under one roof (with 4 dogs!), life is sometimes chaotic! She aims to share easy ideas that we can all use in our lives! Read more about Mariah! Comments Alicia S. says November 1, 2020 at 1:31 pm Looks so delicious. Reply michele pineda says November 9, 2020 at 2:22 pm I have never heard of this type of cake before, but I can see myself trying it one day! Reply Carol N says March 28, 2021 at 11:49 am Made this for a sick friend who was having friends over. The nurse called me and said everyone wants the receipt. So I made another for dessert knee at my daughter’s house today night. Can’t wait to taste it for myself. Carol Reply Jeannie Herman says April 13, 2021 at 1:05 pm” Source: Crack Cake (Wine Cake) Recipe - The Simple Parent — https://thesimpleparent.com/crack-cake/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Joe+Wilson+%E2%80%94+Education&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fthesimpleparent.com%2Fcrack-cake%2F#corrections 16. Joe Wilson — Public safety — promised Joe Wilson's bubbapie.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Public safety: Do you have to store in the refrigerator? Can I use a cook and serve vanilla pudding! Reply Kathy says I haven’t tried a cook and serve, just an Instant, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. Reply Hope says I made this recipe this morning for a dinner I am atte Quote: “Do you have to store in the refrigerator? Can I use a cook and serve vanilla pudding! Reply Kathy says I haven’t tried a cook and serve, just an Instant, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. Reply Hope says I made this recipe this morning for a dinner I am attending this evening . Made exact , accept I did not have wine, so I used Baileys Irish Cream . Smells heavenly I will come back and let you know how it turned out, and what everyone thought 🙂 Reply Kathy says That sounds delicious! I hope your guests enjoyed it! Reply Nakita Robinson says Hi, wanting to try this so bad but I don’t have white wine. What I do have on hand is Crown Royal Peach. I’m definitely trying it this way. Wish me luck. Reply Kathy says Please let us know how it went! Reply Chelsey says” Source: White Wine Bundt Cake Recipe - AKA "Crack Cake" - BubbaPie — https://bubbapie.com/easy-crack-cake-recipe/ Report source issue: https://www.ballotvibe.com/trust?claimReference=Joe+Wilson+%E2%80%94+Public+safety&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fbubbapie.com%2Feasy-crack-cake-recipe%2F#corrections Use this as a portable race comparison snapshot; verify live sources before making final voting decisions.