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Ballotpedia, Sam Watford

NC NEWSLINE, The Class of 2015 – Rep. Sam Watford

Sam graduated from East Davidson High School. He attends Liberty Baptist Church. 

Sam has experience working as an underground utility contractor.

Sam Watford currently serves as a State Representative for District 80. He was elected in 2021, and he is serving his second term. He previously served as a Davidson County Commissioner. He was elected to that position in 2002 and served for three terms. 

- Supports reducing taxes.
- Wants to reduce government regulation.

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As of June 14, 2024, Sam Watford did not have a website or any information online.

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Sam Watford

Sam attended East Davidson High School. He attends Liberty Baptist Church. 

Sam Watford currently serves as a State House Representative Member in District 80. He was elected to this position in 2021, and he is serving his second term. He previously served as a Davidson County Commissioner. He was elected to that position in 2002 and served for three terms. 

As of June 14, 2024, Sam Watford did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

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