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Carl Harris Sr.

DemocraticFirst-time candidate

Business owner

Carl Harris Sr. is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House Missouri District 1 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Carl Harris Sr. served in the U.S. Navy from 1982 to 1991. He earned a high school diploma from the O’Fallon Technical High, a bachelor's degree from the University of Missouri, St. Louis in 1991, a graduate degree from Northcentral University in 2019, and a Ph.D. from National University in 2023. His career experience includes working as a business owner.[1]

Ph.D:
National University, 2023
Graduate:
Northcentral University, 2019
Bachelor's:
University of Missouri, St. Louis, 1991
High school:
O’Fallon Technical High

Campaign money

Raised
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From individuals
$0
From PACs & party
$0
Own money
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FEC filings.

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In their own words

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a local business owner-consulting- and life long Democratic Advocate. My family move to St. Louis Mo, where I was raised, in 1962. I hold a Doctorate in Business and Public Administration National University 2023, MBA North central University 2019 and received a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Missouri St. Louis in Business Administration in 1991.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Democracy and civil rights are under attack and we must fight.The US economy is spiraling out of control, because the President and republican majority are pursuing an agenda that does not promote economic growth and taxes that are fair to the working family.We must fix healthcare in this country. We need to take politics and special interests out of healthcare in the US and build a system that provides medical protection and coverage for all Americans.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Economic policy, housing policy and the justice system.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

N/A

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026 and FEC filings.

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