Election 2026: Candidate Interviews
During major election cycles, PBS North Carolina's public affairs team sits down for in-depth conversations with candidates running for elected office in North Carolina. PBS North Carolina has invited major party candidates to a one-on-one interview with State Lines host and executive producer Kelly McCullen. Interviews are scheduled throughout the summer and early fall.
NewRichard Ojeda, Democratic Candidate for NC’s 9th Congressional District
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An interview with Richard Ojeda, Democratic candidate for NC’s 9th Congressional District (2026). (15m 5s)
NewRaymond Smith Jr., Democratic Candidate for NC’s 3rd Congressional District
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An interview with Raymond Smith, Democratic candidate for NC’s 3rd Congressional District (2026). (15m)
NewPaul Barringer, Democratic Candidate for NC’s 13th Congressional District
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An interview with Paul Barringer, Democratic candidate for NC’s 13th Congressional District (2026). (15m 2s)
NewPat Harrigan, Republican Candidate for NC’s 10th Congressional District
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An interview with Pat Harrigan, Republican candidate for NC’s 10th Congressional District (2026). (15m 31s)
NewJack Codiga, Republican Candidate for NC’s 12th Congressional District
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An interview with Jack Codiga, Republican candidate for NC’s 12th Congressional District (2026). (14m 52s)
NewEugene Douglass, Republican Candidate for NC’s 2nd Congressional District
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An interview with Eugene Douglass, Republican candidate for NC’s 2nd Congressional District (2026). (14m 1s)
NewAshley Bell, Democratic Candidate for NC’s 10th Congressional District
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An interview with Ashley Bell, Democratic candidate for NC’s 10th Congressional District (2026). (13m 32s)
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