Thomas Keith Dismukes

[{"question": "Ballotpedia survey responses", "answer_html": "<p>See also: <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a></p>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Thomas Dismukes completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Dismukes' responses.</p>\n<p><span class=\"expand-all\">Expand all</span> | <span class=\"collapse-all\">Collapse all</span></p>\n<div aria-multiselectable=\"true\" class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-422319-2026-03-20\" id=\"heading-bio-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-422319-2026-03-20\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho are you? Tell us about yourself.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-bio-422319-2026-03-20\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThomas Dismukes is committed to his lovely bride of 27 years and their 5 children. He's passionate about faith, family, limited government and the restoration of principles that make America great. \r\n<p>Thomas has lived a full and unconventional life. For more than 30 years, he has spoken to audiences across the US and 48 countries, reaching millions of people with messages on leadership, character, and personal responsibility. \r\nHis life is marked by the kind of experiences most people only hear about in stories—discovering a lost medieval tomb in Scotland, sleeping in dumpters, riding in a rodeo, and breaking a world record. These moments are more than stories—they reflect a life willing to step forward, take risks, and follow through. \r\nRather than pursuing a career in politics, he has focused on building a life centered on family, community, and purpose. \r\nHe is running for the U.S. Senate because he believes something must change. His commitment is simple: do the job with integrity, represent the people faithfully, and then return home. \r\nThomas believes elected officials are employees of the people, not the other way around. His campaign is rooted in the idea that government works for the citizens, and that freedom must be protected through responsibility, courage, and action.\r\n</p>\nAbove all, Thomas is guided by his faith in Jesus Christ and his conviction that America’s best days are still ahead if its people are willing to stand up, take responsibility and lead.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-422319-2026-03-20\" id=\"heading-key-message-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-422319-2026-03-20\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-422319-2026-03-20\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>NOT A POLITICIAN — SERVANT LEADERSHIP\r\nI’m not running for a career in politics. I’m a husband, father, and citizen stepping forward to serve—then go home. Government works for the people, not the other way around.</li><li>FREEDOM WITH RESPONSIBILITY\r\nI believe in limited government, strong constitutional values, and personal responsibility. Protect freedom, reduce overreach, and put power back in the hands of the people.</li><li>PEOPLE OVER MONEY\r\nIt should not take millions to serve South Carolina. This campaign is about people—not special interests, not big money, not political games. Your vote matters more than any dollar.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-422319-2026-03-20\" id=\"heading1-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-422319-2026-03-20\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-422319-2026-03-20\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\t1. Fiscal Responsibility &amp; Government Spending- Stop reckless spending. Respect taxpayer money. Run the government like a household.<br/><br/>\n<p>2. Constitutional Government &amp; Personal Liberty- Protect freedom. Limit federal overreach. Return power to the people.<br/><br/>\r\n3. Family &amp; Community Values- Strengthen families. Protect parental rights. Support local communities.<br/><br/>\r\n4. Term Limits &amp; Government Accountability- No career politicians. Serve, then go home. Transparency.<br/><br/>\n</p>\n5. Reducing the Influence of Money in Politics- People are greater than money. Grassroots movement. No strings attached.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-422319-2026-03-20\" id=\"heading2-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-422319-2026-03-20\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-422319-2026-03-20\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-422319-2026-03-20\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe most meaningful endorsements don’t come from political insiders or special interest groups—they come from the people who know Thomas Dismukes best.<br/>\n<p>Thomas is overwhelmingly endorsed by his family, friends, church, neighbors, and the organizations he has served. These are the people who have seen his character up close—not on a stage, not in an ad, but in everyday life.<br/>\r\nThose who know Thomas trust him. They’ve watched him lead, serve, sacrifice, and show up time and time again—not for recognition, but because it’s who he is.<br/>\n</p>\nWhile many candidates seek endorsements from organizations, Thomas is proud to have the kind of support that can’t be bought or manufactured: the genuine confidence of people whose lives he has impacted.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> 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.</i></p></div>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\n\nThomas Dismukes completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Dismukes' responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. Thomas Dismukes is committed to his lovely bride of 27 years and their 5 children. He's passionate about faith, family, limited government and the restoration of principles that make America great. Thomas has lived a full and unconventional life. For more than 30 years, he has spoken to audiences across the US and 48 countries, reaching millions of people with messages on leadership, character, and personal responsibility. \r\nHis life is marked by the kind of experiences most people only hear about in stories—discovering a lost medieval tomb in Scotland, sleeping in dumpters, riding in a rodeo, and breaking a world record. These moments are more than stories—they reflect a life willing to step forward, take risks, and follow through. \r\nRather than pursuing a career in politics, he has focused on building a life centered on family, community, and purpose. \r\nHe is running for the U.S. Senate because he believes something must change. His commitment is simple: do the job with integrity, represent the people faithfully, and then return home. \r\nThomas believes elected officials are employees of the people, not the other way around. His campaign is rooted in the idea that government works for the citizens, and that freedom must be protected through responsibility, courage, and action. Above all, Thomas is guided by his faith in Jesus Christ and his conviction that America’s best days are still ahead if its people are willing to stand up, take responsibility and lead. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? NOT A POLITICIAN — SERVANT LEADERSHIP\r\nI’m not running for a career in politics. I’m a husband, father, and citizen stepping forward to serve—then go home. Government works for the people, not the other way around. FREEDOM WITH RESPONSIBILITY\r\nI believe in limited government, strong constitutional values, and personal responsibility. Protect freedom, reduce overreach, and put power back in the hands of the people. PEOPLE OVER MONEY\r\nIt should not take millions to serve South Carolina. This campaign is about people—not special interests, not big money, not political games. Your vote matters more than any dollar. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? 1. Fiscal Responsibility & Government Spending- Stop reckless spending. Respect taxpayer money. Run the government like a household. 2. Constitutional Government & Personal Liberty- Protect freedom. Limit federal overreach. Return power to the people. 3. Family & Community Values- Strengthen families. Protect parental rights. Support local communities. 4. Term Limits & Government Accountability- No career politicians. Serve, then go home. Transparency. 5. Reducing the Influence of Money in Politics- People are greater than money. Grassroots movement. No strings attached. What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign? The most meaningful endorsements don’t come from political insiders or special interest groups—they come from the people who know Thomas Dismukes best. Thomas is overwhelmingly endorsed by his family, friends, church, neighbors, and the organizations he has served. These are the people who have seen his character up close—not on a stage, not in an ad, but in everyday life. Those who know Thomas trust him. They’ve watched him lead, serve, sacrifice, and show up time and time again—not for recognition, but because it’s who he is. While many candidates seek endorsements from organizations, Thomas is proud to have the kind of support that can’t be bought or manufactured: the genuine confidence of people whose lives he has impacted.\nNote: 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."}]