Charlotte, NC — Today, Wesley Harris, economist and Representative for NC State House district 105, launched his statewide campaign for North Carolina State Treasurer. In his announcement video, HARRIS touts his personal experiences growing up in rural NC, his background in economics, and emphasizes the importance of investing in our communities.

“I’ve experienced firsthand what North Carolina can be at its best, and I’ve seen what happens when we turn our backs on our neighbors. I’ve fought for you in the legislature, but it’s time to take that fight to the next level,” continued Harris. “That’s why I’m running to be your next State Treasurer.”

REPRESENTATIVE HARRIS’ LAUNCH VIDEO

“Our state is overflowing with potential,” said Harris. “But to make opportunity accessible to every North Carolinian, we need a state government and we need a Treasurer who’s willing to invest in the most valuable asset we have: our people.”

Acerca de Wesley Harris

Wesley Harris grew up in rural Alexander and Iredell Counties, the son of a lifelong public school teacher and local banker.  A product of NC public schools, Harris graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a degree in Economics before receiving a PhD in Economics from Clemson.

Prior to being elected to the state legislature, Wesley served as an international tax economic consultant, and also taught at Clemson, the University of South Carolina, and UNC Charlotte. In 2018, he ran for NC House District 105 in South Charlotte, flipping it from Republican hands and becoming the first Democrat to represent the seat since it was created in 2003.

Since entering the General Assembly, as the only PhD Economist in the Legislature, Harris has been the leading messenger and policy expert for House Democrats on issues of economics and finance.

Last year, Harris announced he would run for State Treasurer in order to invest in our communities by supporting a robust health plan and pension plan for our state employees, assisting municipalities to make smart infrastructure investments via the Local Government Commission, and ensuring that every corner of North Carolina has the support and opportunities needed to succeed.