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Cathy Thorne Bynum for North Carolina State Representative

Cathy Thorne Bynum grew up in Elm City. She earned a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and teaching credentials from East Carolina University.

Cathy previously worked as a high school math teacher in Pitt County Schools. She previously worked for Procter & Gamble, a consumer goods company.

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Growing up in Elm City, Cathy knows firsthand the strength and pride of small communities. She is committed to attracting business, supporting local entrepreneurs, and restoring economic vitality across District 8. With a focus on tax relief and responsible leadership, she will fight to ensure families and businesses can succeed.

Committed to attracting businesses, supporting local entrepreneurs, and restoring economic vitality in District 8.

Supports tax relief to help families and businesses succeed.

- Committed to attracting businesses, supporting local entrepreneurs, and restoring economic vitality in District 8.
- Supports tax relief to help families and businesses succeed.

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Growing up in Elm City, Cathy knows firsthand the strength and pride of small communities. She is committed to attracting business, supporting local entrepreneurs, and restoring economic vitality across District 8.

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Volunteer for her
Reviving Small Town North Carolina.

Growing up in Elm City, Cathy knows firsthand the strength and pride of small communities. She is committed to attracting business, supporting local entrepreneurs, and restoring economic vitality across District 8. With a focus on tax relief and responsible leadership, she will fight to ensure families and businesses can succeed.

NC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 008 BYNUM, CATHY THORNE 12/19/2025 930 SEVEN PINES RD (252) 375-6603 CTBMATHLOVER@EMBARQMAIL.
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Cathy Thorne Bynum REP FOUNTAIN, NC 27829

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Cathy Thorne Bynum lives in Fountain, North Carolina.

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