Kevin Thurman
Kevin G. Thurman (Democratic Party) is running for election to the North Carolina House of Representatives to represent District 53. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. The Democratic primary for this office on March 3, 2026, was canceled.
Biography
Kevin Thurman earned a high school diploma from Triton High School, a bachelor's degree from Duke University in 2012, and a graduate degree from North Carolina Central University in 2016.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: North Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
General election for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53
Incumbent Howard Penny Jr. (R), Kevin G. Thurman (D), and Christopher Sessions (L) are running in the general election for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53 on November 3, 2026.
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 | Howard Penny Jr. (R) | |
 | Kevin G. Thurman (D) | |
 | Christopher Sessions (L) | |
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Democratic primary
The Democratic primary scheduled for March 3, 2026, was canceled. Kevin G. Thurman (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53 without appearing on the ballot.
Republican primary
The Republican primary scheduled for March 3, 2026, was canceled. Incumbent Howard Penny Jr. (R) advanced from the Republican primary for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53 without appearing on the ballot.
Libertarian Party primary
The Libertarian Party primary scheduled for March 3, 2026, was canceled. Christopher Sessions (L) advanced from the Libertarian Party primary for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53 without appearing on the ballot.
Endorsements
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2024
See also: North Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53
Incumbent Howard Penny Jr. defeated Kevin G. Thurman in the general election for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Howard Penny Jr. (R) | 62.9 | 28,867 |
| Kevin G. Thurman (D) | 37.1 | 17,007 | |
| Total votes: 45,874 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Kevin G. Thurman advanced from the Democratic primary for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Howard Penny Jr. advanced from the Republican primary for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53.
Campaign finance
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Thurman in this election.
2022
See also: North Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2022
General election
General election for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53
Incumbent Howard Penny Jr. defeated Kevin G. Thurman in the general election for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Howard Penny Jr. (R) | 67.1 | 22,118 |
| Kevin G. Thurman (D) | 32.9 | 10,824 | |
| Total votes: 32,942 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Newanda Colvin (D)
Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Newanda Colvin advanced from the Democratic primary for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53
Incumbent Howard Penny Jr. defeated Brian Hawley in the Republican primary for North Carolina House of Representatives District 53 on May 17, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Howard Penny Jr. | 63.2 | 5,142 |
 | Brian Hawley | 36.8 | 2,988 | |
| Total votes: 8,130 | |||
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Campaign themes
2026
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2024
Kevin G. Thurman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Thurman's responses.
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My work experiences at Research Triangle Institute and Blue Cross NC have prepared me in navigating administrative governmental policies and in brainstorming solutions for improving the healthcare system.
I am a member of Mt. Pisgah Harnett OFWB Church, Inc., where I serve as President of the Mighty Men's Prayer Ministry, a member of the Audit & Budget Ministry, and is the saxophonist for the Music Ministry.- A Quality Public Education for All
- Economic Recovery
- Equal Access to Healthcare
Unfortunately, the Republican-led General Assembly has left our state in terrible condition. They enacted drastic changes over the last decade which have left our school system severely weakened and underfunded.
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2022
Kevin G. Thurman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Thurman's responses.
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Kevin's work experiences at Research Triangle Institute and Blue Cross NC have prepared him in navigating administrative governmental policies and in brainstorming solutions for improving the healthcare system.
Kevin is a member of Mt. Pisgah Harnett OFWB Church, Inc., where he is the Vice President of the Mighty Men's Prayer Ministry, a member of the Audit & Budget Ministry, and is the saxophonist for the Music Ministry.- I support a Quality Public Education for All! Coming from a family of public educators, I am appalled by the actions of the Republican-controlled General Assembly. Over the last decade, lawmakers have created a public education system plagued by staffing shortages, a lack of resources, and employees who are overworked and underpaid. It really seems as if our state leaders don't care about our children when it comes to public education. I am a fierce advocate for funding our school and giving our teachers and school employees the pay, benefits, and resources reflective of their essential responsibilities.
- I want Economic Recovery for District 53! Harnett and Johnson counties lose so many residents to surrounding areas like Wake and Cumberland County, which offer more jobs and higher-paying jobs. District 53 needs a representative who will attract businesses to the area and hire local residents. By increasing job opportunities, more local residents will stay in the district and raise their families.
- I believe in Equal Access to Healthcare! I will push for a healthcare system where all residents, including low-income and rural residents have the ability to go to a doctor or hospital and get the care that they need.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Candidate North Carolina House of Representatives District 53 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 23, 2022
