Lakeshia Alston - Ballotpedia

LaKeshia M. Alston earned an associate's degree from the Aveda Institute Chapel Hill and a bachelor's degree from Winston-Salem State University. 

LaKeshia M. Alston is a first-time candidate for political office.

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LaKeshia M. Alston

As of January 5, 2026, LaKeshia M. Alston did not have a website or any information online.

LaKeshia M. Alston's campaign for North Carolina State Senator, District 22 is her first entry into politics.

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LaKeshia Alston has lived in Durham, North Carolina since 2008. 

LaKeshia Alston is the lone Republican candidate running for North Carolina state Senate District 22.

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