Paul Barringer

I'm Paul and I'm running for Congress to serve you.

I'm a health care and public policy leader with a track record of solving tough problems, building coalitions, and delivering results – without insults or drama. Throughout my career, I've worked at the intersection of health care, law, technology, and government to make programs work better for the people they serve – by improving operations and results through smarter systems, greater accountability, and adoption of innovative technology. I've always worked to bring people together to solve problems, and that's what I'll do as your elected representative in Congress.

What do I believe? I believe in practical solutions rooted in constitutional principles: fiscal responsibility, local control, and common-sense health and justice reforms. I believe in caring for others, personal responsibility, and public service. I believe in the importance of an independent Congress that is willing to exercise its constitutional obligations to make laws, control the purse, and oversee the executive and judicial branches of government. And I strongly believe that we can disagree with others without being disrespectful. I will seek to develop consensus on practical solutions to address challenges in healthcare, education, and other areas.

I grew up on a farm in Lee County and manage my family's tree farming operation.

I grew up on a farm in Lee County and manage my family's tree farming operation. In addition, I work as a healthcare consultant and as a lawyer representing individuals with disabilities pro bono in seeking benefits from the Social Security Administration. (On the side I also have developed a Made-in-America clothing brand called Mill & Mountain.) Previously I worked for many years in the healthcare industry as an attorney, entrepreneur, and executive, working across government and business to solve complex problems and deliver results. Throughout my career, I have managed high-performing teams, grown businesses, and built trust with clients, regulators, and communities.

I'm a product of Lee County public schools, as well as Davidson College, UNC law school, and the School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University.

I'm a product of Lee County public schools, as well as Davidson College, UNC law school, and the School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University. I'm an Eagle Scout, endurance athlete, Appalachian Trail thru-hiker, and father (of Hugh & Hope) and husband (to Marcea). I have taught Sunday School for 20 years and was a Boy Scout Leader for 10 years. I really like the fried chicken at Food Lion.

I'm running to bring common sense and constitutional values back to Washington—and to walk alongside the people of North Carolina’s 13th District every step of the way.

I'm running to bring common sense and constitutional values back to Washington—and to walk alongside the people of North Carolina’s 13th District every step of the way. My campaign is about listening first. I'll be walking the district—literally—and continuing to build support for the idea that America’s strength comes from the ground up, not the top down. I hope to see you soon!