Ruth Smith (North Carolina)
Ruth Smith (Republican Party) ran for election to the North Carolina House of Representatives to represent District 115. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Smith completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Ruth Smith was born in Charleston, South Carolina. Smith's career experience includes working as an attorney and business owner. She earned a bachelor's degree and a law degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1994 and 1999, respectively.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: North Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for North Carolina House of Representatives District 115
Incumbent Lindsey Prather defeated Ruth Smith in the general election for North Carolina House of Representatives District 115 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Lindsey Prather (D) | 51.5 | 26,203 | |
| Ruth Smith (R) | 48.5 | 24,720 | ||
| Total votes: 50,923 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Lindsey Prather advanced from the Democratic primary for North Carolina House of Representatives District 115.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Ruth Smith advanced from the Republican primary for North Carolina House of Representatives District 115.
Campaign finance
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Smith in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Ruth Smith completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Smith's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I am a small business owner and attorney, and I have called Buncombe County home since 1999. I have raised my boys together with my husband, David, in Buncombe and both of my sons graduated North Buncombe Highschool. I believe in giving back to the community, and have volunteered with North Buncombe Highschool’s marching band, with youth basketball, and high school moot court. I believe that politics today are too polarized, with the few voices on the far right and far left drowning out the voices of the majority of persons in the middle. If elected, I will be a voice for moderation and common sense.
- From skyrocketing housing prices to rising grocery prices, our current economy is squeezing hard working families. Government needs to spend wisely, not wastefully. People work hard for their money, and they deserve to keep more of their money in their own pocket, not in the hands of politicians.
- Education should be a priority for our state government. My mother was a high school math teacher, and I know the hard work teachers put in to help their students. I also know the challenges of raising a family on a school teacher’s salary. Our state should invest in quality education so that teachers can afford to teach, and every child has the opportunity to succeed.
- Law enforcement officers deserve our support. Prior to attending law school, I served as the director of a domestic violence shelter in western NC. The sad reality is that some people will hurt others if they can. Law enforcement is often the only force stopping bad people from doing bad things. The job they perform is stressful and dangerous. Law enforcement officers deserve our respect and support. If our local law enforcement cannot get the support they need from local politicians, they will get this support from Raleigh if I am elected to serve.
education, responsible government spending, public safety
I look up to many people, but Sandra Day O'Conner is one of my heroes. As the first woman on the US Supreme Court, she became an inspiration for thousands of young women to strive for equality and their right to participate fully in our political system.
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.
Knowledge in economic principles, an understanding of the pressures facing working families, and a passion for helping your neighbors.
Communication and responsiveness to the needs of the voters, and the ability to work both inside and outside of party lines to affect positive outcomes for the people she serves.
9.11. I was 29. I will never forget the horror of that day, I could not sleep that night. But I also will never forget how our country came together afterwards. Neighbors were neighbors. Everyone understood that we are all Americans, regardless of political views, religion, or whatever else might divide us. What unites us is more powerful.
I was a lifeguard at age 15. I had this job for 2 summers.
Our state continues to grow in population as we have a wonderful place to live and raise families. Challenges will include housing, infrastructure, and education for a growing population.
The legislature is made up of various individuals from many different walks of life: farmers, dentists, attorneys, teachers, and so on. This diversity of experiences and viewpoints is most beneficial to crafting legislation that serves all of NC.
Absolutely. Such relationships bring understanding as to how legislation affects various regions and segments of North Carolina.
Tax dollars do not belong to the politicians. They belong to the people. The people have the right to know how every penny of their money is being spent. It is the duty of elected officials to use these funds wisely.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on August 14, 2024
