Carlos Swinger

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Carlos Swinger

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Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2019

Carlos Swinger ran for election to the Fayetteville City Council to represent District 6 in North Carolina. Swinger lost in the general election on November 5, 2019.

Swinger completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. Click here to read the survey answers.

Elections

2019

See also: City elections in Fayetteville, North Carolina (2019)

General election

General election for Fayetteville City Council District 6

Chris Davis defeated Carlos Swinger in the general election for Fayetteville City Council District 6 on November 5, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Chris Davis (Nonpartisan)	72.6	1,019
		Carlos Swinger (Nonpartisan)	27.2	381
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	3

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,403
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Fayetteville City Council District 6

Chris Davis and Carlos Swinger defeated Mary Johnson Ferguson in the primary for Fayetteville City Council District 6 on October 8, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Chris Davis (Nonpartisan)	56.3	287
✔		Carlos Swinger (Nonpartisan)	24.9	127
		Mary Johnson Ferguson (Nonpartisan)	18.8	96

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 510
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Campaign themes

2019

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

Carlos Swinger completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Swinger's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

My top three priorities are:

1. Storm Water Infrastructure(flooding)
2. Economic development
3. Crime Prevention

4. Homelessness

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

The public policy I'm most passionate about is providing decent and affordable housing for our citizens and increased opportunities for economic development.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

General Henry H. Selton is a person I look up to because he displayed selfless service and always lead from the front. He never ask people to do something that he would personally do.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

The film 300 would best describe my Political Philosophy.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

The most important characteristics is honesty and constant communication to provide predictability

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I'm a retired Army veteran with 27 years. I'm very organized and a great planner. Which will enhance the City Council with all the planned projects to improve our city.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The core responsibilities are to give 100 percent effort and represent people's view.

What legacy would you like to leave?

The legacy I would like to leave is that I made a Difference Everyday!

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The first historical event I'm my life was the invasion of Kuwait, which triggered Operation Desert Storm war. I must have been 25 years old.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first job was in 1979 at Burger King. I worked there all four years of high school.

What happened on your most awkward date?

My most awkward date was the deadly accident at Pope Airflield.

What is your favorite holiday? Why?

My favorite holiday is Christmas, because my family come together and we celebrate the birth of Jesus.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The book I recommend is "Everyone communicate, few connect" by John Maxwell. Because it help me to understand how to be more effective.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

If could be a fictional character, I would be Mr. Anderson from the movie "The Matrix" because he accepted his calling and walked in it well.

What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?

My favorite thing at home is setting with my wife and enjoying a good movie.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

The last song that got stuck in my head was "You're Doing It All Again" by Todd Dulaney.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I struggle with taking care of my oldest sister while serving my country in the Army.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

No

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

The skills required are:

Listening
Communication
Planning

Tenacity

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the local government?

This office is important because it directly affects people lives everyday.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

Think it is beneficial but the most important is understanding what's going on in the community and having experience of how to bring change.

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