We map the District 13 Republican primary between Sid Sharma and Brad Knott, laying out each platform, public record, and source so voters can compare claims and consequences. Clear contrasts emerge on immigration tactics, tax policy scope, and governing style.
• Ballot rules and who gets a primary ballot
• Sid Sharma’s bio and accountant-first agenda
• Sharma’s deportation strategy and sanctuary city penalties
• Sharma's Second Amendment absolutism and litigation plan
• Sharma's zero tax for under $50k and gas tax repeal
• Sharma's attacks on Brad Knott’s votes, bills, and endorsements
• Brad Knott’s prosecutor background and committees
• Brad Knott's border security penalties, school choice, balanced budget stance
• Brad Knott's rights, policing, and abortion positions
• Brad Knott's GovTrack ideology-leadership placement and bill focus
• Campaign finance snapshots and voting records
Make sure you check out our NC Deep Dive Voters' Guide for the 2026 primary election found below along with all the other relevant episodes for the 2026 primary election! Early Voting has begun, so it's time to make your voice heard!
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Sid Sharma: Facebook/X/Info@SharmaForCongress.com
Brad Knott: Facebook/Instagram/X/Info@BradKnottForCongress.com
2026 Voters' Guide for Southern Wake County
Campaign Finance Reports for Federal Candidate Committees
Voter Information (Register, Am I Registered?, Election Information)
Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation)
Election Information (Absentee by Mail Voting, Early Voting, Election Day Voting)
Closest Early Voting Locations
February 12-28
WE Hunt Recreation Center-Holly Springs
Hilltop Needmore Town Park Clubhouse-Fuquay Varina
ELECTION DAY
Tuesday, March 3 from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM
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