Over the span of a quarter of a century, I took an idea for a company and turned it into one of the most successful private businesses in North Carolina. We competed with larger, better funded companies. And we usually won! How did we do it? Our entire program was based on a foundation of core values: Integrity, Trust, Initiative, … Read More
Public Safety and Security
The core responsibility of government is to provide for the safety and security of its citizens. Well-trained, professional law enforcement officers are the guarantors of that security. We count on them to uphold the law and keep us safe. We also count on them to be professional and operate from the highest ethical standards. In the State Senate, I will … Read More
Election Integrity
For people to have confidence in our system of government, elections must be free, fair, and secure. This is an American issue, not a partisan issue. Election officials should welcome transparency, not fight it. In 2020, partisan election officials in North Carolina changed the rules weeks before Election Day — and blocked all attempts to make the vote-counting process more transparent … Read More
2nd Amendment
I believe our founding fathers created the 2nd Amendment for a very good reason — and it serves a vital purpose in providing for the security and stability of our nation. The 2nd Amendment and the liberty it secures must be protected. I believe there are some reasonable, common sense measures that we can take to make sure our schools … Read More
Our Environment
Our natural resources are a treasure that we must protect. From our mountains to the coast, North Carolina is a unique place with a stunning array of diversity in wildlife, plants, and landscapes. Our citizens expect the state government to be good stewards of our waters, forests, air, and beaches. We demand clean air and safe drinking water. We cannot … Read More
Protecting Life
I am proudly Pro-Life. I support policies that protect the lives of mothers and their unborn babies. Life is precious. Unintended pregnancies should be reduced through education, voluntary family planning, and contraception. This issue should be approached with compassion for everyone involved as we strive to provide and encourage safe, lifesaving alternatives such as foster care and adoption. Like so … Read More
Affordable Healthcare
We have the world’s best healthcare system — the best providers, the best facilities, and a wide network to help those in need. The problem is the cost. I will fight for policies that reduce healthcare costs. When healthcare is more affordable, it is more accessible…for everybody. Increasing access and reducing cost does not require more big government take-overs or … Read More
Taxes
Over the past 10 years, the Republicans have cut taxes for families and small businesses in North Carolina. The last time Democrats controlled the state legislature, they increased the personal income tax rate to 7.75%. A decade later, Republicans have nearly cut income taxes in half to a flat rate of 3.99% starting next year. Also, families do not have … Read More
Jobs & the Economy
Small businesses are the engine of economic growth that provide good jobs and benefits for North Carolinians. Excessive taxes and regulations on businesses put the brakes on growth and discourage companies from expanding or relocating to our area. North Carolina is already the best state in America to start a business, create jobs, and raise a family, but we have … Read More
Education
The pandemic made crystal clear that a one-size-fits-all education system is not the answer for North Carolina’s children and families. There has never been more interest or support for school choice. Children should be able to attend the school that best meets their needs…and families of all income levels should be empowered to explore all options — public, private, charter, … Read More