The North Carolina State Senate is the upper body of the North Carolina Legislature and consists of 50 members who serve a term of two years. Each member represents an average of 190,710 residents, as of the 2010 Census. The Senate elects officers from their membership including the President Pro Tempore.The North Carolina General Assembly, of which the Senate is a part, is to convene a new regular session every two years. The NC legislature makes decisions on the budget: taxes, tax credits, economic development, education funding, Pre-K, the courts, Medicaid, etc. It also passes laws that set environmental standards such as water and air quality, tax rates, tax credits, criminal justice. Legislators in both chambers serve two-year terms without term limits. Sessions begin at noon on the third Wednesday after the second Monday in January.
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Position/philosophy statement
I believe public safety is the foundation of a strong economy and healthy communities. By supporting law enforcement, reducing the cost of living, and expanding economic opportunities, the GA can strengthen families and improve educational outcomes.
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50
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984-389-6401
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I began my career with ten years on Senate staff, where I learned to write responsible legislation, protect essential services, and be a careful steward of taxpayer dollars. That experience taught me the importance of limited, effective government and accountability to the people we serve. I later led efforts to protect abused and trafficked children as Executive Director of a Child Advocacy Center and CASA, served on an FBI Human Trafficking Task Force, and was appointed to the State Child Death Review Team. These roles gave me firsthand insight into how laws and policies affect real families, often at their most vulnerable moments. I am someone who understands policy, respects taxpayers, and is committed to protecting NC families.
The first state issue I would prioritize is public safety, because nothing else matters if families do not feel safe in their homes, schools, and communities. Citizens deserve to live peacefully and securely, and when public safety is neglected, it undermines every other priority—from education to economic growth.
For District 17, strengthening public safety means supporting law enforcement, holding violent offenders accountable, and ensuring our laws protect victims rather than criminals. Safe communities attract businesses, retain families, and allow children to learn without fear. Prioritizing public safety allows the GA to effectively address other critical issues, such as educational accountability and economic stability.
Regarding education, first, we must take a hard look at the existing public school system to eliminate fraud and wasteful spending, ensure funds reach classrooms, and address teachers’ pay and support. Second, I strongly support school choice, which empowers parents, restores accountability, and encourages improvement across all schools. When families have options, schools are incentivized to raise academic standards—especially in foundational subjects like reading and math—and to respond to students' needs rather than to administrative mandates. Education should prioritize student achievement, parental involvement, and teacher support. Strengthening public schools while expanding school choice ensures equity for all children in District 17
Tax policy plays a critical role in supporting NC’s economy and meeting the needs of its residents, but it must be guided by fairness, accountability, and fiscal responsibility.
My approach would be to reduce waste first, then reduce taxes—returning savings to the people through responsible income tax relief tied directly to spending reforms. I also believe we must address property tax relief for seniors, especially those who have paid off their mortgages and are being taxed out of their homes. Tax policy should protect those on fixed incomes, reward work and responsibility, and strengthen economic growth—without expanding government or increasing dependence.
To improve safety in our communities, NC must strengthen laws that fully support law enforcement and provide officers with the tools, resources, and authority needed to do their jobs effectively. Public safety begins with enforcing the law and holding violent offenders accountable. We must also address illegal immigration at the state level. Estimates show hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrants reside in NC, and while some seek opportunity, others are gang-affiliated or have serious criminal records. Law enforcement actions in Raleigh and Charlotte have uncovered individuals connected to violent gangs and crimes, including assault, homicide, and DUI.
I am also deeply concerned about the increasing use of chemical treatments, bioengineered products, and lab-created foods entering the consumer marketplace without sufficient long-term research on their physical and cognitive health impacts. Families deserve confidence that the food they purchase is safe, clearly labeled, and responsibly regulated. We are facing a broader health crisis, and poor food quality is contributing to declining physical health, cognitive clarity, and overall resilience—particularly among children. Excessive chemical exposure in food has real implications for learning, development, and long-term productivity. If left unaddressed, these trends risk weakening our population and placing our nation at a competitive disadvantage globally, especially as many other countries maintain far stricter limits on chemicals and food processing practices. We should prioritize access to real foods, traditionally raised meats, and non-chemically treated fruits and vegetables.
