Democrat Dan Redding, a Harrisburg resident, is running for the Cabarrus County Commission in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.
The county candidate list, updated Sept. 14, lists seven candidates for three commission seats: Republicans James N. Bailey, Ian Patrick and Kristel Swayze; Democrats Phil Henry, Ingrid Nurse and Dan Redding; and Libertarian Thomas Hill.
Background
His campaign biography says Redding grew up in Caldwell County, graduated from Wingate University with a communications degree in 2007 and has worked in software sales for more than 15 years.
It says he moved to Cabarrus County in 2009 and lives with his wife, Carly, and their two children. The campaign describes local Democratic Party volunteer work, including precinct leadership, messaging and candidate outreach.
Policy priorities
Redding calls for collaboration with municipalities, nonprofits and developers to expand housing options affordable to teachers, first responders, nurses and other workers.
His platform supports investment in Cabarrus County Schools, Kannapolis City Schools and Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. He also advocates infrastructure planning that supports current residents while preparing for sustainable growth.
Redding describes fair and effective local government as another campaign priority.
Biographical details and policy proposals are attributed to Redding’s campaign.
