North Carolina general election: November 3, 2026

Who is running for NC Senate, District 17 in 2026?

Here are the candidates for NC Senate, District 17 on the November 3, 2026 ballot. This race is on the ballot for voters in North Carolina Senate District 17.

Positions come only from each candidate's own votes, official actions, statements and questionnaire answers, never from party labels. Every item links to its source.

Patrick J. Bowersox

Libertarian

Patrick J. Bowersox (Libertarian) is one of 3 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for NC Senate, District 17¹. A full profile is coming.

Shirley Johnson

Republican

Shirley Johnson (Republican) is one of 3 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for NC Senate, District 17¹. A full profile is coming.

Sydney Batch

Democrat · Incumbent

Sydney Batch (Democrat) is one of 3 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for NC Senate, District 17¹. A full profile is coming.

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