Deborah Ross

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Deborah Ross

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth June 20, 1963 (Age: 63)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral
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Personal Background

Deborah Ross holds a Bachelor of Arts from Brown University and a Juris Doctor from the University of North Carolina School of Law. She began her career with the American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina, later transitioning to the North Carolina House of Representatives, where she served for a decade. Ross then moved to the public sector, working as legal counsel for a regional transit authority. After a stint in private practice, she was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, where she continues to serve.

Political Ideas

Deborah Ross's political identity is marked by a blend of progressive advocacy with surprising alliances on specific issues. She champions voting rights and judicial transparency but also shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations. Ross's legislative record reveals a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Her commitment to education, affordable housing, and climate change initiatives is paired with a nuanced stance on economic policies that balance support for small businesses with broader social equity goals.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

North Carolina House of Representatives 2nd District

Active

(Incumbent)

2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina 2nd District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

268,662 votes (66.30%)

Win

Position Details

2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 North Carolina's 2nd congressional district election

190,714 votes (64.70%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina's 2nd congressional district, 2020

63.00% of vote

Win
2016: U.S.A. Senate

Election History

U.S.A. Senator in North Carolina, 2016

2,128,165 votes (45.37%)

Loss

North Carolina Democratic primary election

614,414 votes (62.32%)

Win
2012: North Carolina State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina House of Representatives 34th district general election, 2012

32,206 votes (97.37%)

Win
2010: North Carolina State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina House of Representatives 38th district general election, 2010

14,093 votes (65.63%)

Win