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U.S. House · NC-08 · Democratic candidate · 2026

Colby Watson

Democratic candidate for North Carolina's 8th Congressional District

A Union County small business owner with a background in construction and farming, campaigning to expand opportunity and reduce corporate influence in government.

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DistrictNC-08
OfficeCongress
ElectionNov. 3, 2026

Policy priorities

Where Colby stands.

Campaign position

Making Homeownership More Attainable

  • Supports first-time buyer assistance, more starter homes, fewer construction barriers, and limits on institutional investors buying neighborhoods

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Supporting Skilled Work and Business

  • Supports American manufacturing, apprenticeships, trade schools, and reduced regulatory barriers for small businesses and skilled trades

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Reducing Healthcare Costs and Consolidation

  • Supports stronger antitrust enforcement, independent medical practices and rural hospitals, cheaper prescriptions, and lower administrative costs

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Restoring Ethics in Government

  • Supports banning congressional stock trading, reversing Citizens United through a constitutional amendment, and stronger lobbying restrictions

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Strengthening Schools and Career Paths

  • Supports higher teacher pay, full special education funding, Title I, and career training while keeping school decisions local

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Improving Safety and Crisis Response

  • Supports trained local police, stronger emergency services, addiction treatment, mental health intervention, and assistance for domestic violence survivors

Record and background

Record & experience.

  1. 2026

    Accomplishment

    Democratic nominee

    Earned the Democratic nomination for North Carolina’s 8th District.

  • Experience

    Small business owner

    Runs a business after earlier work in masonry, construction, and farming, with experience managing payroll and creating jobs.

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