Representative Addison McDowell Leads in North Carolina's 6th District Congressional Race
Freshman Republican Representative Addison McDowell is currently leading in the polls against his Democratic challenger, High Point Mayor Cyril Jefferson, for North Carolina's 6th Congressional District. Nonpartisan election survey groups, including the UVA Center for Politics and Cook Political Report, rate the district as either 'safe' or 'solid Republican' for McDowell. The 6th District encompasses most of High Point, all of Davidson County, and the eastern part of Forsyth County. McDowell's campaign is focusing on key issues such as reducing costs and preventing the spread of deadly drugs within communities. His campaign spokesman indicated that McDowell plans to emphasize the contrast between conservative leadership and what they describe as the 'socialist drift' of the Democratic Party in the final two months leading up to the election. Mayor Jefferson's campaign, meanwhile, stated that they are energized and have been working to convey their message to residents, with a focus on improving the lives ...
