Pat LeGrand

Pat LeGrand is the Democratic candidate for North Carolina State Senate District 10 in the November 3, 2026 general election, in which incumbent Benton Sawrey (R) and Kevin Terrett (L) are also running.[1] In a Ballotpedia survey, she described a career in information technology and said she retired from Grifols and lives in Johnston County.[2]

Pat LeGrand graduated from Arlington High School, earned a bachelor's degree from San Diego State University in 1993, and received a graduate degree from National University in 1995, according to Ballotpedia.[1] In a Ballotpedia survey, she said she was born in Nebraska and worked in information technology, including computer operations, database design and international training projects.[2] She said she moved from California to North Carolina in 1997 to work for Bayer Corporation in Raleigh, later worked at its Clayton facility that became Grifols, and made Johnston County her home.[2]

LeGrand advanced to the general election after the March 3, 2026 Democratic primary was canceled.[1] She said she has been involved in state and local politics, focused on voter engagement and volunteer outreach, and has volunteered in dog rescue.[2] She named strengthening public education, expanding access to affordable healthcare, and promoting responsible, accountable government as areas of passion.[2]

Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.