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Morris (Mac) McAdoo

Democrat

Attorney, founder of McAdoo Law Group

Morris "Mac" McAdoo is a Charlotte attorney who founded the McAdoo Law Group; he previously worked as a prosecutor and as a disability rights lawyer2. He won the March 2026 Democratic primary for the open District 1 seat with about 49 percent of the vote3. The only Republican nominee, Aaron Marin, withdrew in March 2026, and McAdoo is the only District 1 candidate on the state's September 2026 candidate list41.

Where they stand 1 issues · tap any issue for the evidence

  • Policing and crimeNo single answer fitsmedium
    Questionnaire answer · medium confidence
    • Said he would fund the Sheriff's Office, EMS and fire services responsibly, with a strong focus on expanding mental health and crisis response to strengthen public safety and reduce strain on law enforcement. (2026-02) source

No public position found on: Immigration, Election rules, Judges, Redistricting, Death penalty.

Record

  • Won the March 3, 2026 Democratic primary for District 1 with 49 percent, over Jessica Finkel and Adam Pasiak3.
  • Past chair of the John S. Leary Bar Association of Black Attorneys, according to his campaign2.

Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.

Sources (5)

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  1. Candidate_Listing_2026.csv, 2026 general election candidate list (Mecklenburg rows)North Carolina State Board of Elections
  2. About (campaign site)McAdoo for Mecklenburg
  3. Mecklenburg County Commission incumbents win reelection, with one exceptionWFAE
  4. GOP candidate drops out of county commission race after shooting at homeWFAE
  5. 2026 primary election: Mecklenburg County commissioner candidates answer questions about top issuesWBTV