Nov 3, 2026 general election · U.S. Senate, U.S. House and 4 other statewide races
Phones at the polls: North Carolina law bars photographing or recording an image of a voted ballot at a polling place (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 163-166.3). You may not be able to look things up on your phone while you vote, so consider printing a cheat sheet with the Print my ballot button on any race or county page. Paper notes are generally allowed; ask your election office if unsure. Source: NCSL, Secrecy of the Ballot and Ballot Selfies (accessed Oct 20, 2026)
Election results for Nov 3, 2026: official state sources →
General election: Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026. Dates below are for that election, from official state election sources; rules can change, so confirm with the linked source.
Michael Whatley (R) vs. Roy Cooper (D) + 2 other candidates. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareDon Davis (D) vs. Laurie Buckhout (R) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareDeborah K. Ross (D) vs. Eugene F. Douglass (R) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareGreg Murphy (R) vs. Raymond Smith (D) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareValerie P. Foushee (D) vs. Mahesh (Max) Ganorkar (R) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareVirginia Foxx (R) vs. Chuck Hubbard (D) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareAddison McDowell (R) vs. Cyril Jefferson (D). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareDavid Rouzer (R) vs. Kimberly Hardy (D) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareMark Harris (R) vs. Colby Watson (D) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareRichard Hudson (R) vs. Richard N. Ojeda II (D). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
ComparePat Harrigan (R) vs. Ashley Bell (D) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareJennifer Capps Balkcom (R) vs. Jamie Ager (D) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareAlma S. Adams (D) vs. Jack Codiga (R). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareBrad Knott (R) vs. Paul Barringer (D) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareTim Moore (R) vs. Lakesha Womack (D). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareAnita Earls (D) vs. Sarah Stevens (R). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareJohn S. Arrowood (D) vs. Michael C. Byrne (R). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareTobias (Toby) Hampson (D) vs. George Cooper Bell (R). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareCraig Collins (R) vs. Christine Marie Walczyk (D). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
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Ballot wording is from the State Board of Elections. The explanation is the official plain-language summary prepared by the nonpartisan Legislative Services Officer under G.S. 147-54.10 (the Constitutional Amendments Publication Commission was abolished in 2023). No official Yes/No text exists; the Yes/No lines are an AI-written plain-language summary—rely on the official wording. Official explanation (Legislative Services Officer, Aug. 20, 2026): This amendment to the North Carolina Constitution would require presentation of photographic identification for voters in all instances in North Carolina elections. Plain-language summary (AI-written; see official wording) A Yes vote means: The state constitution is amended to require all voters, not just those voting in person, to present photo identification before voting. A No vote means: The state constitution is not amended; its existing photo identification requirement for in-person voting stays as it is. Supporters say: Supporters argue voters should approve it so that the change takes effect: The state constitution is amended to require all voters, not just those voting in person, to present photo identification before voting. Opponents say: Opponents argue voters should reject it and keep current law: The state constitution is not amended; its existing photo identification requirement for in-person voting stays as it is. Arguments: Vote Book summary of the official Yes/No wording. Listed in equal length; Vote Book does not endorse either side. Official explanation (Legislative Services Officer, Aug. 20, 2026): This amendment to the North Carolina Constitution would lower the State income tax rate from a maximum of 7% to a maximum of 3.5% beginning January 1, 2027. Plain-language summary (AI-written; see official wording) A Yes vote means: The state constitution is amended to lower the maximum State income tax rate from 7% to 3.5%, beginning January 1, 2027. A No vote means: The state constitution is not amended; the maximum State income tax rate stays at 7%. Supporters say: Supporters, including State Sen. Michael Lee (R-7), argue: “Our tax reforms have produced more than a decade of strong revenue growth while letting people keep more of what they earn, and this amendment locks in that progress. I’m encouraging North Carolinians to vote yes in November.” Opponents say: Opponents, including The Charlotte Post Editorial Board, argue: “We see no good reason – or common sense, for that matter – for anyone to put extra income in the pockets of the wealthy at everyone else’s expense.” Arguments: Ballotpedia (secondary source). Listed in equal length; Vote Book does not endorse either side. Official explanation (Legislative Services Officer, Aug. 20, 2026): This amendment to the North Carolina Constitution would require the General Assembly to set limits on property tax increases by local governments. Plain-language summary (AI-written; see official wording) A Yes vote means: The state constitution is amended to require the General Assembly to set limits on property tax increases by local governments. A No vote means: The state constitution is not amended; it does not require the General Assembly to set limits on local property tax increases. Supporters say: Supporters, including State Rep. Destin Hall (R-87), argue: “Property taxes are out of control, and some local governments are abusing their power by overtaxing and underdelivering for their constituents.” Opponents say: Opponents, including Alexandra Sirota, executive director of the NC Budget & Tax Center, argue: “A levy limit will not address the unaffordable housing costs that so many households are facing.” Arguments: Ballotpedia (secondary source). Listed in equal length; Vote Book does not endorse either side.Constitutional amendment: Require photo ID for all voters
This amendment to the North Carolina Constitution would require presentation of photographic identification for voters in all instances in North Carolina ele…Official ballot wording
Constitutional amendment to require all voters, not just those presenting to vote in person, to present photo identification before voting.
Constitutional amendment: Maximum income tax rate of 3.5%
This amendment to the North Carolina Constitution would lower the State income tax rate from a maximum of 7% to a maximum of 3.5% beginning January 1, 2027.Official ballot wording
Constitutional amendment to keep the State income tax rate from being raised higher than three and one-half percent (3.5%).
Constitutional amendment: Property tax levy limit
This amendment to the North Carolina Constitution would require the General Assembly to set limits on property tax increases by local governments.Official ballot wording
Constitutional amendment requiring limits on property tax increases by local governments.
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