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County Council Member, Dorchester County
District 5
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A county council member votes on county laws, the budget, taxes and land-use decisions.
Public safety
Semuel Thompson, Jr.Democratic
No documented position found.
Mike DetmerRepublican
- Supports backing police and incentives for volunteer firefighters
Government & transparency
Semuel Thompson, Jr.Democratic
No documented position found.
Mike DetmerRepublican
- Supports reviewing county departments against measurable goals
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