North Carolina State House District 34

“Support and fund our schools. I am a proud, lifelong product of North Carolina public schools. As the son of a public-school teacher, I know that strong, well-funded public schools are the foundation not only of our children’s futures, but of our state’s future. Great public schools start with a great teacher in every classroom, but Republicans have refused to pay teachers what they deserve, resulting in a teacher shortage. I support raising teacher pay to above the national average to recruit and retain the best teachers for North Carolina.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2022))

“I am personally passionate about education, voting rights, and taking action to protect our climate and natural resources. As the son of a public-school teacher and a proud product of NC public schools from kindergarten through Carolina Law, I know what strong public schools can do for our children and our state's future. A strong public school system the best investment our state can make. During law school, I fought for voting rights and ensuring fair representation. I will defend voting rights as your representative.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2022))

“We made a good move in the right direction toward parents’ right to choose their child’s school; I want to see that protected and expanded.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Government by principles, not opinions.: “Also, I recently went to the ER and waited six hours to be see n by a doctor ; while there, I saw too many people waiting just as long. Then I was billed nearly $6,000 after getting only a couple of blood tests and an EKG.” (Official campaign website)

Cost-effective Healthcare: “How can North Carolina promote quality, access and affordability in our healthcare system?” (Official campaign website)

Stronger Economy: “How can we strengthen economic opportunity for North Carolina’s residents, businesses and entrepreneurs?” (Official campaign website)