NC-14 Democratic nominee?
Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleAttorney
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
LocationNorth Carolina
BackgroundAttorney
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Notable personal detailsBrent Michael Caldwell is a North Carolina attorney and Democratic candidate for U.S. House in North Carolina's 14th Congressional District. He has worked on federal political campaigns and has experience as a labor organizer with SEIU Local 1199. He has also served on the Mecklenburg County Democratic Party's State Executive Committee and has described a background in real estate and finance.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports measures to lower costs for families and strengthen workers, including expanding access to childcare, investing in affordable housing and broadband, and ensuring productivity gains raise worker wages. Advocates curbing tax breaks that encourage outsourcing and policies to support small businesses and limit monopolistic practices. Emphasis is on targeted reforms and public investments rather than major tax-cutting or austerity measures.
Healthcare
Supports lowering healthcare costs by building on the Affordable Care Act and creating a public option to increase competition and reduce premiums. Advocates expanding access and using government programs to make care more affordable for families.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Brent Caldwell for NC-14 Democratic nominee?
Charlotte Observer editorial board
Public endorsement
Charlotte Observer editorial board endorsed Brent Caldwell in the 2026 North Carolina primary election.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Labor Council
Public endorsement
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Labor Council endorsed Brent Caldwell.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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