State House of Representatives District 2 in South Carolina State House District 2, South Carolina

2026 Primary Election

• Christopher D Des Marais — Candidate for State House of Representatives in SC

  Chris Des Marais is a Libertarian candidate seeking election to the South Carolina House of Representatives District 2 in the general election on November 3, 2026. He successfully advanced as a nominee from the Libertarian Party convention on April 11, 2026. Des Marais is challenging incumbent Republican Adam Duncan and Democratic candidate Candace Schutt. As a Libertarian, he advocates for principles such as smaller government, lower taxes, and individual freedom, aiming to offer voters a distinct choice from the two major parties. He is actively campaigning for the seat, maintaining a presence online.

• Adam Lewis Duncan — Incumbent State Representative in SC

  Adam Lewis Duncan is an incumbent Republican State Representative for South Carolina's 2nd District, having assumed office in November 2024. Before his political career, Duncan worked as an assistant wrestling coach at West-Oak High School and head boys' golf coach. He is currently seeking re-election in the 2026 South Carolina House of Representatives election. Recently, Duncan was charged with DUI after a traffic stop in Oconee County, reportedly refusing a breathalyzer test. He has been a member of the Republican party throughout his time in office.

• Candace M Schutt — Physician Assistant in Seneca, SC

  Candace Schutt, a physician's assistant, is a Democratic candidate for the South Carolina House of Representatives District 2 in 2026. She earned degrees from Appalachian State University and the University of Alabama. Schutt advocates for fully funding public schools, expanding telehealth, improving infrastructure like roads and modern energy systems, and providing tax relief for working families. Her platform also emphasizes supporting loan forgiveness for rural healthcare providers, advocating for improved entry-level wages, and increasing access to childcare and paid family leave. She is running to serve and move her community forward.