The North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Election: What You Need to Know

Who's Running?

The Lieutenant Governor race in North Carolina features a competitive field of candidates from both major parties.

Republicans:

• Mark Robinson (incumbent)
• Deanna Ballard
• Hal Weatherman

Democrats:

• Valerie Foushee
• Natalie Murdock
• Ricky Hurtado

Key Issues

The candidates have unterschiedliche views on a range of issues, including:

Education:

• School choice and vouchers
• Teacher pay and benefits
• Curriculum and standards

Healthcare:

• Medicaid expansion
• Affordable Care Act
• Mental health services

Economic Development:

• Job creation and retention
• Infrastructure investment
• Tax incentives

Election Timeline

The primary election will be held on May 16.

The general election will be held on November 8.

Importance of the Race

The Lieutenant Governor plays a vital role in North Carolina government:

• Presides over the State Senate
• Serves on the Council of State
• Acts as Governor in the absence or disability of the Governor