North Carolina State House District 23

Current seat holder: Shelly Willingham.

Patricia Smith

Patricia Smith earned a high school diploma from Williamston High School. Smith's career experience includes working as an entrepreneur.

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“I am fighting for our public education system that is currently at the bottom. I am fighting for better pay for our educators so that our children may obtain the educational skills they need to become successful and function in a safe environment.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2026))
“I am passionate about any all policies involving Education, Economic Development, and Healthcare.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2026))

Brent Roberson

​​Brent Roberson was born in Williamston, North Carolina . Roberson earned a bachelor's degree from North Carolina State University in 1995.

“"I’m talking about the issues that I know matter to you, the 1st District voters, because I live, work, worship and raise a family here right beside you."” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2022))
“National Security, Border Security, Tackling Inflation and Job Creation are my highest priorities.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2022))
What are your thoughts on term limits?: “I get asked that question every time I speak publicly to voters. We've had "term limits" since the founding of this great nation, it's called elections. If you don't like how your elected officials are performing, vote them out.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2022))

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