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Leigh Brown
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Republican Party

Elections and appointments
Last election

March 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1996

Personal
Birthplace
Charlotte, N.C.
Religion
Christian: Nondenominational
Profession
Real Estate Broker
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Leigh Brown (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent North Carolina's 8th Congressional District. She lost in the Republican primary on March 5, 2024.

Brown completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Leigh Brown was born in Charlotte, North Carolina. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1996. Her career experience includes working as a real estate broker.[1]

Brown has been affiliated with the following organizations:[1]

  • Gate Pregnancy Resource Center
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • National Association of Realtors

Elections

2024

See also: North Carolina's 8th Congressional District election, 2024

North Carolina's 8th Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 Republican primary)

North Carolina's 8th Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House North Carolina District 8

Mark Harris defeated Justin Dues in the general election for U.S. House North Carolina District 8 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Mark Harris
Mark Harris (R)
 
59.6
 
238,640
Image of Justin Dues
Justin Dues (D) Candidate Connection
 
40.4
 
161,709

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 400,349
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Justin Dues advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 8.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 8

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 8 on March 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Mark Harris
Mark Harris
 
30.4
 
24,764
Image of Allan Baucom
Allan Baucom
 
27.0
 
21,964
Image of John Bradford III
John Bradford III
 
17.8
 
14,458
Image of Don Brown
Don Brown Candidate Connection
 
10.5
 
8,519
Image of Leigh Brown
Leigh Brown Candidate Connection
 
9.6
 
7,845
Image of Chris Maples
Chris Maples Candidate Connection
 
4.7
 
3,787

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 81,337
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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Brown in this election.

Pledges

Brown signed the following pledges.

  • Taxpayer Protection Pledge, Americans for Tax Reform

Campaign themes

2024

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Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Leigh Brown completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Brown's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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A native of Cabarrus County, Leigh is a graduate of Northwest Cabarrus High School and earned her bachelor’s degree from UNC Chapel Hill.

Today, Leigh lives in Harrisburg with her husband and two wonderful kids. She is a best-selling author, Realtor®, and CEO. In her free time, you can find Leigh spending time with her family and chickens or running marathons.

Leigh is a true public servant who is dedicated to serving her community and her country. She understands that everyone has different pathways in life. However, everyone should be able to support their family and prosper to achieve their version of the American Dream.

In Congress, Leigh will defend our country from the radical left and build upon the America First Agenda. As an advocate for term limits, she also plans to come home so you'll still see her in the grocery store!
  • I will fight for the American Dream for everyone; increasing opportunities for homeownership and affordability; reducing regulations on real estate
  • I will fight for our families; let parents be parents and push to de-centralize education back to the local level.
  • I will protect our communities. We must strengthen our borders and take care of American citizens first and foremost.
1) Financial Responsibility - I am a fiscal conservative. As a Realtor®, I understand that homeownership is a key to financial stability, yet it is just not possible for so many. We must improve pathways for all our neighbors to recognize the American Dream. That's why I'll fight for common sense policies in Congress:adjusting the capital gains exclusion on primary residences, supporting a moratorium on capital gains taxes to investors to encourage more supply, working with the VA to modernize their regulations, and more.

2) Parental Rights in Schools - Today, our parents need to be trusted and empowered with the facts of what is happening in their children's schools and then make decisions that are best for their children's future. This must include homeschooling, school choice, and no more SEL.

3) Border Security - Thousands of people are crossing our borders illegally and being sent into our communities. We must secure our border and enforce the laws that are on the books.

4) Faith, Family, Freedom - My first resource is my Bible, and it drives my worldview. Everyday our values are under attack. I will fight, unapologetically, to protect our values in Congress. I will not be canceled.

5) Full Recognition for the Lumbee Tribe – The Lumbee Fairness Act needs members of congress who will speak vocally and passionately about the Lumbee Fairness Act and work to get it passed. I'll be one of those voices.
Jesus Christ, the Savior of any who come to Him. He showed what life can be like if we embrace sinners but not sin. He gives me grace to get better every day and loves me even though I will always stumble.

My parents are my biggest role models. They are hard work-they are persistence-they are honest-they are giving. I’m the luckiest girl ever.

Thomas Sowell is the most brilliant economist I have studied and I wish his work were studied by every young person.

Integrity.

Approachability.
Humility.

Strength of character.
I am a strong communicator and public speaker. I love making complex issues understandable.

I am someone who does her homework. I do the research and hunt for experts from whom to learn.

I am active on social media and accessible to all, which is critical for constituents of the district.

I’m an encourager by nature, and very optimistic about finding solutions!
Listen and research before voting.

Be willing to defend one’s vote.
Put the district and constituents first-not self!

Make tough decisions for the good of the country and her people, and ignore the Twitter mobs.
Two successful kids with great families who have a strong faith foundation and an eye to making their communities stronger.
The Challenger exploded when I was in the 5th grade. I remember every second.
At the age of 5, my papaw paid me a quarter for each 5-gallon bucket of black walnuts I picked up-so yes, I have been working my whole life! Picking strawberries…babysitting…intern in an OB/GYN’s office, intern for a maxillofacial surgeon, intern in the Charlotte DA’s office…softball umpire, and more! The first real paychecks came from waiting tables and I did that for years until I was out of college.
The Bible-it is new every time I pick it up!
Atlas Shrugged-while Rand was not Christian, she was prescient about the state of things.
Rio by Duran Duran
I have so many ideas and projects that I do spread myself thin! I love serving and saying yes but it does mean I’m not good at relaxing or very fun on vacation.
It was designed as the voice of the citizens, and to make sure that all citizens have their say whether urban, rural, suburban.
It can be-if that representative is willing to learn the ropes for success. My experience comes from the private sector and from industry experiences, and while I relish the opportunity to bring a new voice, I know I will have to navigate a new environment. This happens to be a skill of mine so I am excited to bring ideas without biases.
We must address our national identity-we used to have ‘being American’ in common but Marxist thought has eroded that common thread. Until we know who America is and who her people are-we will see further division. The evidence of this problem is the open borders and the lack of willingness to stand tall for our own country.
No. This is causing a constant fundraising and election cycle, which limits the ability to do the work. Even a staggered three year term would be preferable.
I am chair of the N.C. Congressional Term Limits project. Term limits are critical for getting corruption and complacency out of DC.
I admire Thomas Massie for his work to improve fiscal responsibility. I also admire the work of Jim Jordan and Young Kim. Tim Scott was an excellent Rep while in the House.
I spoke with a veteran last week who has been denied services for a disability because of the waiting list. She should never be ignored and harmed while waiting for treatment.
What kind of house do cell phones live in?


A mobile home!
Yes. Compromise starts with listening and that must be a two-way street. This is only possible when both sides are willing to move. Currently, only Republicans are moving and that has pulled our country and values to left of center.
Any time the Congress spends money, it will be a priority for me. I manage a home budget that has to make sense and all spending in DC should undergo scrutiny as well.
With strength: currently the investigators are spending money with no results. Any findings should be published and any illegal behavior should be punished just as the public is treated.

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Leigh Brown campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* U.S. House North Carolina District 8Lost primary$156,928 $190,394
Grand total$156,928 $190,394
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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