Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D.

Candidate for North Carolina's 3rd Congressional District, Decorated Combat Veteran, Educator (K-12 and Higher Ed), former School Board Vice Chairman.

[Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D. @RayESmithJr]

Thank you- District 3 … We did it!

This victory marks a significant moment for a grassroots campaign fueled by dedicated volunteers, rural communities, and voters determined to make their voices heard.

This victory doesn’t belong to me. It belongs to the people who believed in something greater than themselves.

Thank you to our volunteers gave their blood, sweat, and tears. Some gave their last dollar, while others gave their last free hour. Without them, we would not celebrating right now.

I am honored by the trust the voters have placed in me. Whether you may have voted for me or not, I intend to work just as hard for you. Our communities deserve to be heard in Washington, and I’m ready to get to work.

[Da'Quan Marcell Love @daquanlove]

This photo with @RayESmithJr in February 2020 was taken when I was Deputy Finance Director of @NCHouseDems, he was one of our frontline members and I staffed his call time in the Wayne county Dems office. Proud to have been a consultant on his #NC03 race since day one!

[EvaLee4NC 2028 is ON. Organize your precinct. @EvaLee4NC]

@RayESmithJr Looking Good Sir!

[Marcy Wofford 🟧 @MarcyWofford]

For the first time in 32 years a Dem wins NC-03 and he’s an amazing leader!!!! They gerrymandered him out of the NC House and he’s now headed to the US House!! ✨💙Representative Dr. @RayESmithJr

[Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D. @RayESmithJr]

Good morning, eastern North Carolina!

First, let me say THANK YOU!

Last night, we've witnessed something extraordinary. Across our district, people have turned out, made their voices heard, and reminded us that democracy is alive and well in eastern North Carolina.

And while we had hoped to stand before you tonight with a clear victory, the truth is, this race is simply too close to call.

There are still votes to be counted, and every single one of those votes matters.

So we're not declaring victory, and we're certainly not conceding defeat. We're allowing the democratic process to work, because every voter deserves to have their voice heard.

But I want to take a moment to recognize the real heroes of this campaign.

To our volunteers, county leaders, and supporters who traveled those country roads, knocked on doors, made phone calls, and gave their time, their resources, and their hearts; THANK YOU.

We built this campaign from the ground up. We didn't have unlimited resources, but we had something far more powerful. We had people who believed that rural communities deserve to be seen, heard, and represented.

And look how far we've come!

I've often talked about Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston and the importance of getting up one more time.
Well as of last night we're still standing!

We've fought too hard, come too far, and worked too long to lose faith in the process now.

I'm a homegrown son of eastern North Carolina, and whatever the final results may be, I am proud of what we've built together.

So I ask you to get some rest, and hold your heads high.
Let the votes be counted. Let the process work. And let us remember that our strength has always been in our unity.

The final bell hasn't rung, and we're still standing!

God bless you, God bless eastern North Carolina, and God bless the United States of America!

[CBCPAC @CBCPAC]

A Goldsboro native who served in the Gulf War, sat on the school board, and went on to the North Carolina House. CBCPAC is proud to endorse Dr. Raymond Smith Jr. (@RayESmithJr) for Congress in North Carolina's 3rd District. His life of service in uniform, on the school board, and in the legislature is ready for eastern North Carolina in Congress.

[Young Democrats of NC @ydnc]

Young people will win. Vote today. #ncpol

[Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D. @RayESmithJr]

Your support has been unmatched but it’s not ever yet. Polls are still open if you haven’t casted your vote - there is still time.

Polls close at 7:30 PM. If you are in line by that time, you can still vote.

Bring a photo ID. Visit https://t.co/lrYyBM61TZ to see which IDs are accepted and learn about exceptions.

If your voter registration is not current, ask for a provisional ballot. Same-day registration is NOT available today.

If you cannot get to your assigned polling place but can make it to another location, ask for a provisional ballot.

Mail-in ballots must be received by 7:30 PM TODAY (November 3). A postmark does not count. If you have not mailed your ballot yet, take it in person to your county Board of Elections.

If you have already mailed your absentee ballot, track it here. If your county Board of Elections has not received it, click here for their contact information and call them ASAP. You may still have the option to vote in person.

If you have questions about voting or experience any problems at the polls, call 888-OUR-VOTE (888-687-8683).

[Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D. @RayESmithJr]

Dr. Raymond Smith at the polls today in Onslow county.

NC-03, we are in the final stretch. If you have not yet voted, polls do not close until 730p. You have time! If you are in line at 7:30p, you can still vote.

Make a plan to get your voice heard. Eastern NC deserves better 💙

[North Carolina Politics 🇺🇸 @NCPolitics2020]

Trump posting about Raymond Smith on the afternoon of Election Day should tell you something #NC03

[Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D. @RayESmithJr]

Eastern NC the time is now. I’m counting on you - if you have not yet voted, Make a plan for tomorrow and bring someone with you!

Election Day: Tuesday, Nov 3

Polls will be open from 630a- 730p

If you want to join this campaign to help bring a voice to NC-03, please visit https://t.co/A4f4B2oZrh to learn more about my campaign or stop by the link below to chip in a few dollars to help get us started. We’ll be happy to have you!

[Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D. @RayESmithJr]

While Greg Murphy is in the clouds, we’re on the ground, doing the work, and fighting for working people across NC-03.

Election Day: Tuesday, Nov 3

Eastern NC the time is now. I need your help - if you have not yet voted, Make a plan for tomorrow and bring someone with you!

If you want to join this campaign to help bring a voice to NC-03, please visit https://t.co/A4f4B2oZrh to learn more about my campaign or stop by the link below to chip in a few dollars to help get us started. We’ll be happy to have you!

[Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D. @RayESmithJr]

“ I’ve spent my life in service to this state, which I’m proud to call home — from serving as a decorated U.S. Army combat veteran, to the School Board, and then representing our communities in the NC House.

Now, I’m stepping up because leadership should start with listening, and too many voices are left out of decisions that affect their lives because of lines on a map.”

This campaign is being built from the ground up, and early support truly matters.

If you want to join this campaign to help bring a voice to NC-03, please visit https://t.co/A4f4B2oZrh to learn more about my campaign or stop by the link below to chip in a few dollars to help get us started. We’ll be happy to have

[Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D. @RayESmithJr]

I had the pleasure of speaking to the residents of Cypress Glen Retirement. I was welcomed with open arms and pertinent questions.

About 1,827,895 beneficiaries of SSI are retired in NC. Seniors are worried about the future of their benefits, healthcare, and medication cost. In congress I will fight for these retirees who have put in the work and deserve a worry free life. They deserve the benefits and retirement they were promised.

Early Voting now - October 31st.

Election Day: Tuesday, Nov 3

If you want to join this campaign to help bring a voice to NC-03, please visit [https://t.co/A4f4B2oZrh](https://t.co/A4f4B2oZrh) to learn more about my campaign or stop by the link below to chip in a few dollars to help get us started. We’ll be happy to have you!

[Charlie Davis @CharlesPDavis]

.@GregMurphyMD, @RayESmithJr outline priorities in NC's redrawn 3rd Congressional District https://t.co/2xnYOKerOb

[Down Home North Carolina @DownHome_NC]

Down Home NC & its members endorse Raymond Smith (@RayESmithJr) for US House of Representatives District 03
https://t.co/lzVsQfvWqJ

[Charlie Davis @CharlesPDavis]

“I’ll take to Washington that willingness to work with anyone who wants to address the problem and not address one another as the problem.” — @RayESmithJr

[Charlie Davis @CharlesPDavis]

“When you talk about which issue is most important, it depends on where you are in the district. But the overall issue is cost of living.” — @RayESmithJr #NC03 https://t.co/KpVZClKPAZ

[Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D. @RayESmithJr]

Eastern North Carolina, the difference is clear.

NC deserves a representative that is not loyal to parties but a representative who understands the complexities of our communities and advocates relentlessly for the people whose voices have too often gone unheard.

Early Voting has started and ends October 31 at 3p

Election Day: Tuesday, Nov 3

Check out my recent interview with WITN-TV

https://t.co/zjDIHXL1JD

If you want to join this campaign to help bring a voice to NC-03, please visit https://t.co/A4f4B2oZrh to learn more about my campaign or stop by the link below to chip in a few dollars to help get us started. We’ll be happy to have you!

#RaymondSmith #FlipNC #EasternNC #VoteBlue #PeopleOverPolitics #retirethestatusquo

[Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D. @RayESmithJr]

As we wrapped up Day 1 of early voting! I want to say thank you to everyone who showed up, wished me a happy birthday, and most importantly made their voices heard, and took the time to vote.

Eastern NC your support has been unmatched but this is just the beginning - Early Voting does not end until Oct 31st at 3pm. Tell a friend to tell a friend that Eastern NC deserves better and it starts with you!

If you want to join this campaign to help bring a voice to NC-03, please visit https://t.co/A4f4B2oZrh to learn more about my campaign or stop by the link below to chip in a few dollars to help get us started. We’ll be happy to have you!

#RaymondSmith #FlipNC #EasternNC #VoteBlue #PeopleOverPolitics RetireTheStatusQuo