Ralph Norman

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Ralph Norman

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth June 20, 1953 (Age: 73)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
Community
Analysis
Personal Background

Ralph Norman holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business and has spent years as a real estate developer. He has demonstrated leadership in the private sector, managing significant risk in high-finance before transitioning to the public sector. Norman is a resident of Rock Hill, South Carolina, and is married with a large family. His professional background and educational foundation provide a solid base of experience in business and real estate.

Political Ideas

Ralph Norman's political identity is marked by a blend of traditional conservatism with unexpected policy stances, such as advocating for universal school choice while opposing policies that allow boys to enter girls' restrooms. His strategic philosophy includes a focus on localized governance, as seen in his support for direct elections for judges and the creation of a South Carolina Department of Government Efficiency. Norman's rhetoric often emphasizes ideological purity, aiming to replace "Republicans in Name Only" who he believes obstruct the reform agenda. His legislative record reveals a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests, particularly in environmental regulations.

Campaigns
2026: South Carolina State Governor

Election History

South Carolina Governor Republican Primary

80,722 votes (17.10%)

Loss

Winner: Pamela Evette, Alan Wilson

2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina 5th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

228,260 votes (63.50%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Financial Services
Budget
Rules
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 South Carolina's 5th congressional district election

154,725 votes (64.00%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 5th congressional district, 2020

220,006 votes (60.10%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 5th congressional district, 2018

141,757 votes (57.00%)

Win
2017: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 5th congressional district special election

45,076 votes (51.00%)

Win

South Carolina's 5th congressional district special election Republican primary

11,808 votes (30.10%)

Loss
2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

South Carolina's 5th congressional district election, 2006

75,422 votes (43.06%)

Loss

Winner: John Spratt