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NC Educators on the Ballot - Dr. Christopher Lamar Wilson District 117 Henderson County

Christopher Wilson earned a bachelor's degree in music education from Mars Hill University, a master’s degree in conducting and clarinet performance from Northern Arizona University, and a doctorate in educational leadership from North Greenville University. He is a single father.

Christopher currently works as the director of bands for Polk County Schools. He previously worked as an assistant principal at a high school in Henderson County Public Schools and as a director of bands at multiple public schools in North Carolina and Tennessee, including roles in Buncombe County Schools, Cabarrus County Schools, Metro Nashville Public Schools, and Iredell-Statesville Schools.

Christopher Lamar Wilson's campaign for North Carolina State Representative, District 117 is his first entry into politics.

Christopher's campaign for North Carolina State Representative, District 117 is his first entry into politics.

As of January 2, 2026, Christopher Lamar Wilson did not have a website or any information online.

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Supports public education, increased funding, teacher pay, and opposition to diverting public funds to private voucher programs.

- Supports public education, increased funding, teacher pay, and opposition to diverting public funds to private voucher programs.

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Christopher Lamar Wilson

Christopher Wilson earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Music Education from Mars Hill University, a master’s degree in conducting and clarinet performance from Northern Arizona University, and a Doctor of Education in educational leadership from North Greenville University. is a single father.

Christopher Wilson currently works as the Director of Bands for Polk County Schools. He previously worked as an assistant principal at a high school in Henderson County Public Schools and as a Director of Bands at multiple public schools in North Carolina and Tennessee, including roles in Buncombe County Schools, Cabarrus County Schools, Metro Nashville Public Schools, and Iredell-Statesville Schools.

As of January 2, 2026, Christopher Lamar Wilson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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North Carolina State Rep. Jennifer Balkcom - Biography | LegiStorm

Jennifer Capps Balkcom has lived in Henderson County her entire life and grew up on her family's farm. She earned an associate's degree in business administration, banking, and finance from Blue Ridge Community College. Jennifer lives with her husband, Clint, and their son in the Naples area.

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Jennifer currently works as a small business owner and mortgage banking professional with over 20 years of experience. She previously worked as a mortgage loan officer for ALCOVA Mortgage and Movement Mortgage. Jennifer also served as a branch manager at Mountain Credit Union and United Federal Credit Union.

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Jennifer currently serves as a representative for North Carolina House District 117. She was first elected in 2022 and is serving her second term. Jennifer previously served on the Henderson County Planning Board.

As of January 2, 2026, Jennifer Capps Balkcom’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports paper ballots and making all ballots available for inspection.

- Supports paper ballots and making all ballots available for inspection.

Supports criminal justice and safety reforms.

Supports "criminal justice and safety reforms."

Opposes restrictions on the possession or use of firearms.

- Supports "criminal justice and safety reforms."
- Opposes restrictions on the possession or use of firearms.

Supports "parental rights," school voucher programs, and homeschooling. School voucher programs allow qualifying families to use public money for private schooling.

- Supports "parental rights," school voucher programs, and homeschooling. School voucher programs allow qualifying families to use public money for private schooling.
- Opposes education on race and racism.

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- Supports criminal justice and safety reforms.
- Advocates for defending gun rights and opposes restrictions on the possession or use of firearms.

- Supports parental rights, school choice, and homeschooling

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