Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr., Ed.D.

Thank you- District 3 … We did it!

This victory marks a significant moment for a grassroots campaign fueled by dedicated volunteers, rural communities, and voters determined to make their voices heard.

This victory doesn’t belong to me. It belongs to the people who believed in something greater than themselves.

Thank you to our volunteers gave their blood, sweat, and tears. Some gave their last dollar, while others gave their last free hour. Without them, we would not celebrating right now.

I am honored by the trust the voters have placed in me. Whether you may have voted for me or not, I intend to work just as hard for you. Our communities deserve to be heard in Washington, and I’m ready to get to work.

Good morning, eastern North Carolina!

First, let me say THANK YOU!

Last night, we've witnessed something extraordinary. Across our district, people have turned out, made their voices heard, and reminded us that democracy is alive and well in eastern North Carolina.

And while we had hoped to stand before you tonight with a clear victory, the truth is, this race is simply too close to call.

There are still votes to be counted, and every single one of those votes matters.

So we're not declaring victory, and we're certainly not conceding defeat. We're allowing the democratic process to work, because every voter deserves to have their voice heard.

But I want to take a moment to recognize the real heroes of this campaign.

To our volunteers, county leaders, and supporters who traveled those country roads, knocked on doors, made phone calls, and gave their time, their resources, and their hearts; THANK YOU.

We built this campaign from the ground up. We didn't have unlimited resources, but we had something far more powerful. We had people who believed that rural communities deserve to be seen, heard, and represented.

And look how far we've come!

I've often talked about Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston and the importance of getting up one more time.
Well as of last night we're still standing!

We've fought too hard, come too far, and worked too long to lose faith in the process now.

I'm a homegrown son of eastern North Carolina, and whatever the final results may be, I am proud of what we've built together.

So I ask you to get some rest, and hold your heads high.
Let the votes be counted. Let the process work. And let us remember that our strength has always been in our unity.

The final bell hasn't rung, and we're still standing!

God bless you, God bless eastern North Carolina, and God bless the United States of America!

Your support has been unmatched but it’s not ever yet. Polls are still open if you haven’t casted your vote - there is still time.

Polls close at 7:30 PM. If you are in line by that time, you can still vote.

Bring a photo ID. Visit gotidnc.org to see which IDs are accepted and learn about exceptions.

If your voter registration is not current, ask for a provisional ballot. Same-day registration is NOT available today.

If you cannot get to your assigned polling place but can make it to another location, ask for a provisional ballot.

Mail-in ballots must be received by 7:30 PM TODAY (November 3). A postmark does not count. If you have not mailed your ballot yet, take it in person to your county Board of Elections.

If you have already mailed your absentee ballot, track it here. If your county Board of Elections has not received it, click here for their contact information and call them ASAP. You may still have the option to vote in person.

If you have questions about voting or experience any problems at the polls, call 888-OUR-VOTE (888-687-8683).

Dr. Raymond Smith at the polls today in Onslow county.

NC-03, we are in the final stretch. If you have not yet voted, polls do not close until 730p. You have time! If you are in line at 7:30p, you can still vote.

Make a plan to get your voice heard. Eastern NC deserves better 💙

Eastern NC the time is now. I’m counting on you - if you have not yet voted, Make a plan for tomorrow and bring someone with you!

Election Day: Tuesday, Nov 3

Polls will be open from 630a- 730p

If you want to join this campaign to help bring a voice to NC-03, please visit raymondsmithfornc.com to learn more about my campaign or stop by the link below to chip in a few dollars to help get us started. We’ll be happy to have you!