RepublicanIncumbent
Ralph Hise is a Republican candidate for North Carolina State Senate District 47 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.
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North Carolina State Senate District 47
2026 election
General election
DemocraticFirst-time candidateTeacher
Frank Patton Hughes III is a Democratic candidate for North Carolina State Senate District 47 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
From the candidate’s public filings