Don Davis

Party:

Democrat

Incumbent:

Yes

Age:

Previous experience in elected office:

U.S. House of Representatives (2023-present); N.C. Senate (2009-11, 2013-23); Snow Hill Mayor (2001-08)

Occupation:

U.S. Congressman

Description:

Davis is seeking his third term in Congress. The top issues he lists on his website are lowering the cost of living, delivering jobs and economic growth and improving rural infrastructure. Davis mentions that North Carolinians feel squeezed because of the current economic situation: health care, gas prices and housing are not affordable anymore. The Lugar Center ranks Davis as one of the most bipartisan members of Congress in its Bipartisan Index. Davis often sides with Republicans on issues such as border security and transgender youth rights. He recently did not vote in a controversial amendment to rescind military support for Israel (the measure failed with bipartisan votes).

Other personal:

Davis was born in Snow Hill, N.C. His family has been in eastern North Carolina for five generations. He served in the U.S. Air Force for many years and has taught at East Carolina University. Davis continues to live in Snow Hill in eastern North Carolina, where he was the former mayor. He is married and has three sons. He holds a bachelor’s degree from U.S. Air Force Academy, a master's degree from Central Michigan University and a doctorate from East Carolina University.

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