Mark Harris, a North Carolina Pastor, has announced his intention to run for the 8th Congressional district, despite his previous conviction for election fraud. Harris, who served as a Pastor at Trinity Baptist Church in Mooresville for three years, hopes to secure the Republican vote in one of the largest districts in the state. His previous attempt at running for office was marred by allegations of election fraud, with the State Board of Education refusing to confirm the results. Although Harris himself was not charged with the fraud, the irregularities were linked to a political operative working with his campaign.
In a video posted on Facebook, Harris stated that, as a father, grandfather, and Pastor, he pledges to fight against the Biden Administration. This marks his third run for office, with both previous attempts being plagued by fraud accusations. Despite this, Harris maintains that he had no knowledge of the fraudulent activities that occurred during his campaigns. However, he anticipates facing more backlash from the Democratic Party, as he believes they will go to extreme lengths to impede his campaign.
Harris's decision to run again raises questions about his credibility and the potential impact of his past conviction on his ability to gain support from voters. While he may be hoping to move past the election fraud scandal, it remains to be seen how voters will respond to his candidacy. The upcoming campaign will undoubtedly be closely watched, as both supporters and critics weigh the importance of Harris's platform against the stain of his previous conviction. Only time will tell if Harris can overcome these challenges and secure victory in the 8th Congressional district.