{"biography":"Dr. L\u2019Bertrice Solomon is the Democratic candidate for the North Carolina House of Representatives in District 26, seeking election in the 2026 general election. The state House role involves drafting and voting on legislation, overseeing the state budget, and representing the interests of constituents in the district, which includes Clayton and much of Johnston County. Solomon has announced her candidacy with a focus on service, listening, and community care, emphasizing dignity, equity, and compassion for all residents [15].\n\nSolomon is a Clayton resident, a mother, and a public\u2011health professional who holds a doctorate, as indicated by the title \"Dr.\" in the announcement. She also serves as a minister, a role that informs her values of fairness, faith, and community service. While the article does not detail her formal education, her professional titles suggest advanced training in public health and ministry [15].\n\nProfessionally, Solomon is the chief public health officer for Docs On Da Block, an organization that delivers health services directly to underserved neighborhoods. In that capacity she has helped families access care, navigate health\u2011care systems, and build trust with providers. Her career spans clinical work, community outreach, and health\u2011policy advocacy, all aimed at reducing barriers to health and promoting the view that health care is a right, not a privilege [15].\n\nSolomon\u2019s campaign platform reflects her background. She prioritizes expanding access to affordable, local health care, especially in rural and underserved parts of Johnston County. Economically, she advocates for community\u2011based strategies that lower costs for families, increase healthy\u2011food access, and expand safe, affordable housing. In education, she supports fully resourced public schools, smaller class sizes, and equitable learning environments, arguing that investment in schools benefits the whole district [15].\n\nOverall, Solomon positions herself as a candidate who will \u201clisten first, lead with integrity, and work tirelessly\u201d for District 26, aiming to ensure that every family, worker, and child has the opportunity to thrive. Her blend of public\u2011health expertise, ministerial experience, and local engagement underpins her vision for a healthier, more equitable community in North Carolina [15].\n\n## Sources\n- [15] [Clayton\u2019s Solomon enters NC House District 26 race](https://www.johnstoniannews.com/news/claytons-solomon-enters-nc-house-district-26-race-a77aa39e/)","campaigns":[{"contest":"state_house_026","county":"franklin","county_count":2,"electiondate":"Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT","pgr":"general","state":"NC","title":"Nc House Of Representatives District 026"}],"cf_filings":[],"firstname":"L'Bertrice","fullname":"L'Bertrice Solomon","lastname":"Solomon","office_history":[{"campaigns":[{"contest":"state_house_026","contest_title":"Nc House Of Representatives District 026","county":"franklin","county_count":2,"electiondate":"2026-11-03","office_county":null,"office_key":"state_house","office_title":"State Representative","party":"DEM","pgr":"general","state":"NC"}],"county":null,"cycles":[{"general":{"contest":"state_house_026","contest_title":"Nc House Of Representatives District 026","county":"franklin","county_count":2,"electiondate":"2026-11-03","office_county":null,"office_key":"state_house","office_title":"State Representative","party":"DEM","pgr":"general","state":"NC"},"party":"DEM","primary":null,"term":null,"year":2026}],"office_key":"state_house","office_title":"State Representative","state":"NC","terms":[]}],"summary":"Dr. L\u2019Bertrice Solomon is the Democratic candidate for North Carolina House District 26, emphasizing health\u2011care access, economic stability, and education equity.","terms":[],"token":"75b14122b68807b5"}