“Not the Red Place It Used to Be”: Cabarrus County Democrats See Opportunity in 2026

After recent municipal gains in Concord, Kannapolis and elsewhere, party chair Rosa Culver-Sims argues a shifting electorate and national headwinds could reshape local races.

Rosa Culver-Sims says recent municipal wins have Democrats optimistic about competing for key local offices in November. Photo courtesy of Rosa Culver-Sims.

Following a strong showing in last fall’s municipal elections, where Democrats secured seats in Concord, Kannapolis, Harrisburg and Midland, Cabarrus County Democratic Party Chair Rosa Culver-Sims believes her party’s momentum may carry into November.