NC · Candidate
Steve Rutherford
DCandidate
On the ballot Nov 3, 2026: North Carolina Senate District 43
Biography
Steve Rutherford is the Democratic candidate for the North Carolina State Senate, District 43, in the November 3, 2026 general election, running against incumbent Brad Overcash (R).[1][2] In a Ballotpedia survey, Rutherford described himself as a U.S. Navy veteran and lifelong Gaston County resident.[3]
Steve Rutherford said in a Ballotpedia survey that he is running to restore integrity, accountability and basic decency to state government.[3] He listed expanding access to good-paying jobs, workforce training and small-business growth among his priorities.[3] Rutherford also said he would work to protect health care access and defend Social Security and Medicare.[3]
- 1.North Carolina State Senate elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia · Ballotpedia Reference
- 2.Steve Rutherford - Ballotpedia · Ballotpedia Reference
- 3.Steve Rutherford - Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey · Ballotpedia Candidate's own words
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.
North Carolina Senate District 43
Steve Rutherford is on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot for North Carolina Senate District 43 as D. Not researched in depth — candidate list only.