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North Carolina · North Carolina House District 7 · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Cory Thornton

Republican

2026 race · North Carolina House District 7

80% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

20%80%

76% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

24%76%
● Mark Speed● Cory Thornton
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