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Midterm elections 2022 Voting in Durham County

Illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios In the deep blue Durham County, many — but not all — of the races on the ballot here are shoo-ins for Democratic candidates. Why it matters: But your vote in these races matters. But this year North Carolina voters could help determine whether Democrats hold on to both chambers of Congress and whether Republicans take control of the state Supreme Court and win a supermajority in the legislature.Plus: The local races, though they receive less hype, will influence your everyday life. Keep reading for your Smart Brevity, handy-dandy, user-friendly guide to some of the most pivotal races in Wake County this year. To see what'll be on your ballot: Head to the , search your name and scroll until you see a heading titled “YOUR SAMPLE BALLOT.” Click the link under “Your Sample Ballot(s).”

Key dates

Nov. 5: Early voting ends. Nov. 8: Election Day. Absentee ballots must be postmarked by Election Day or dropped off at your by 5 pm. Nov. 14: Mailed absentee ballots must be received by 5 pm. , and to make sure it’s accepted.

Statewide races

Statewide races

U.S. Senate: (Republican) faces former (Democrat) in the race to replace retiring Republican U.S. Sen. Richard Burr. While outside groups and national parties prioritize states like Georgia and Pennsylvania — where celebrity candidates with big personalities drum up national headlines daily — . Also running: (Green Party) and (Libertarian) State Supreme Court: These could solidify the GOP's hold on the North Carolina, as the winners will determine whether Democrats maintain their majority on the court or lose it.Seat 3: (Democrat) vs. (Republican)Seat 5: (Democratic incumbent vs. (Republican)

Congress

4th Congressional District: (Republican) vs. state Sen. (Democrat)

State Legislature

Senate District 20: (Republican) vs. state Sen. (Democratic incumbent)Senate District 22: (Republican), state Sen. (Democratic incumbent) and Ray Ubinger (Libertarian)House District 2: Gavin Bell (Libertarian), state Rep. Larry Yarborough (Republican) and (Democrat)House District 30: (Libertarian), state Rep. (Democratic incumbent) and William G. Antico (Republican)House District 31: (Libertarian) vs. state Rep. (Democratic incumbent)

Local

Sheriff: (Democratic incumbent) vs. (Unaffiliated) N.C. Court of Appeals judges:Seat 8: (Democrat) vs. (Republican)Seat 9: (Democrat) vs. (Republican incumbent)Seat 10: (Democrat) vs. (Republican incumbent)Seat 11: (Democratic incumbent) vs. (Republican) Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor: David Harris (incumbent) vs. Mark Waller

Referenda

Public school construction bond — $423.5 million Community college bond to expand and improve Durham Technical Community College — $112.7 millionMuseum bond to expand and improve the North Carolina Museum of Life and Science — $14 million Get more local stories in your inbox with .Subscribe Support local journalism by becoming a member.

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