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Dave graduated from Old Dominion University with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering. He is married, and lives in Corapeake with his family.

Dave worked at Camp Dresser and Mckee as an environmental engineer, then worked at the U.S. Department of Defense in 1992 until 2023.

Dave Forsythe's campaign for Gates County Commissioner is his first run for public office.

As of June 12, 2025, Dave Forsythe did not have a website or any information online.

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Supports the creation and continued support of local small businesses.

Supports the use of taxes to fund local businesses.

- Supports the creation and continued support of local small businesses.
- Supports the use of taxes to fund local businesses.

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Education

Describes himself as "pro-law enforcement."

Believes the implementation of criminal justice reforms to be essential.

- Describes himself as "pro-law enforcement."
- Believes the implementation of criminal justice reforms to be essential.

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Housing & Urban Development

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Former Registrar Dr. Althea Riddick May Be Retired, but She’s Not Done Yet

Althea is currently retired. She previously worked at Elizabeth City State University as a professor and curriculum coordinator. 

Althea Riddick currently serves as a Gates County Commissioner. She was first elected in 2020 and is serving her first term. She serves as chair of the board. 

As of June 12, 2025, Althea Riddick did not have a website or any information online.

Althea Riddick

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- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
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- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms, with no term limits. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.