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Democrat
Jamie Ager
NC-11 Democratic nominee?
$12.8K
MAR 10, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleFarmer
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
GenderMale
LocationNorth Carolina
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BackgroundFarmer
EducationWarren Wilson College (1996–2000)
Notable personal detailsJames "Jamie" Ager is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District. He is a Western North Carolina farmer and business owner, and has been described as a fourth-generation farmer. He is the co-founder of Hickory Nut Gap Farm and has served as CEO of Hickory Nut Gap. He attended Warren Wilson College and also completed North Carolina State University’s Agricultural Leadership Development Program.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports reforming the tax code so high-income earners pay their fair share, expanding tax credits for families (including child tax credit and energy-saving tax credits), and eliminating taxes on real tips; favors strengthening social programs like Medicaid and Medicare and using targeted federal spending to help working families and small businesses.
Healthcare
Supports strengthening and defending Medicare and Medicaid, expanding Medicare benefits (including home- and community-based care plus dental and vision), allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices and capping insulin and other essentials, expanding mental-health services, and creating a public option to increase access and affordability.
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Immigration & Border
Supports comprehensive immigration reform that is clear, fair, and realistic; favors reforms that treat people with dignity, provide businesses with needed workforce, and keep communities safe.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Jamie Ager has described himself as “pro-choice and pro-family,” expressing support for abortion access while emphasizing policies that support families after children are born. His campaign platform does not present detailed federal abortion policy proposals or limits.
Climate & Energy
Supports protecting public lands and conservation easements, advancing conservation and regenerative agriculture, and investing in preparedness and resilience for climate-related disasters. Positions emphasize moderate climate action and stewardship of natural resources rather than explicit calls to phase out fossil fuels or endorse Green New Deal–style measures.
Public Safety & Guns
Jamie Ager has not published detailed policy prescriptions on guns on his campaign site; he says he will not push hard on Second Amendment issues while emphasizing mental-health supports and stronger funding/training for law enforcement and first responders. Media coverage characterizes his tone on guns as cautious and moderate rather than advocating sweeping gun-restriction legislation.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJul 18, 2026
Jamie Ager is the Democratic nominee in North Carolina’s 11th District and is now running against Republican incumbent Chuck Edwards in a closely watched House race. Recent coverage says Ager has been benefiting from stronger fundraising and outside attention, including a campaign appearance by Pete Buttigieg. The race has drawn more attention because Edwards is under House Ethics Committee investigation and Democrats see the seat as increasingly competitive.
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Articles
ACAsheville Citizen-Times2 months ago
Pete Buttigieg rallies in competitive North Carolina district
Positive
ACAsheville Citizen-Times5 months ago
NC primary elections results for 2026 roundup
Positive
NYNew York Post3 months ago
Redistricting after SCOTUS decision could give GOP edge in midterms
Neutral
ACAsheville Citizen-Times2 months ago
House Ethics panel investigates Chuck Edwards for sexual harassment
Neutral
Polls
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Endorsements
NC-11 Democratic nominee?
Endorsers of Jamie Ager for NC-11 Democratic nominee?
Dirt Road Democrats PAC
Political organization
Dirt Road Democrats PAC endorsed Jamie Ager for Congress.
Pete Buttigieg
Political organization
Pete Buttigieg endorsed Jamie Ager in the campaign for North Carolina's 11th Congressional District.
New Democrat Coalition
Advocacy group
The New Democrat Coalition endorsed Jamie Ager as part of a slate of congressional candidates.
LCV Action Fund
Political organization
LCV Action Fund endorsed Jamie Ager for the U.S. House race in North Carolina's 11th Congressional District.
Welcome
Public endorsement
Welcome endorsed Jamie Ager as part of a slate of 2026 candidates.
WelcomePAC
Public endorsement
WelcomePAC announced Jamie Ager as one of its 2026 endorsements.
Voter Protection Project
Public figure
The Voter Protection Project endorsed Jamie Ager for North Carolina's 11th Congressional District.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Total raisedCash on hand
$3.1M
$2.3M
$1.5M
$763.1K
$0
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2026
$3.1M
$2.2M
$867.6K
$48.2K
Source: FEC