NOW

The National Organization for Women (NOW) has been on the frontlines of our fight to protect the rights and dignity of every woman in America. It was great to be with the North Carolina chapter for their state conference over the weekend to talk about the work ahead for the Equal Rights Amendment.

Commissioner West

So sorry about Commissioner West’s passing. He contributed so much to Raleigh and Wake County. My heart goes out to his family. https://www.wral.com/story/wake-county-commissioner-dr-james-west-dies-after-years-of-service/21158004/

Native American Heritage Month

In honor of #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth we celebrate today and every day the vibrant cultures and rich histories of indigenous communities. Looking forward to the North Carolina Museum of History‘s 28th annual American Indian Heritage Celebration on Saturday. https://www.ncmuseumofhistory.org/events-and-programs/festivals/annual-american-indian-heritage-celebration

In Defense of Reproductive Freedom

Voters across the country proved once again that when access to safe abortion is on the line, we show up and make our voices heard. The GOP House majority’s agenda is strikingly clear: An all-out mission to destroy reproductive rights nationwide.

Wake County’s Bright Future

Wake County is on the move with a bright future. Tonight at 6 PM tune in to the State of Wake County to learn about the priorities for the years ahead. https://www.wral.com/story/state-of-wake-county-rapid-growth-livable-wages-safety-will-be-discussed/21146832/

Honoring and Supporting Veterans

Voters across the country proved once again that when access to safe abortion is on the line, we show up and make our voices heard. The GOP House majority’s agenda is strikingly clear: An all-out mission to destroy reproductive rights nationwide.

Veterans Day

To those who served, are serving, and their families, thank you. We can never truly repay the debt we owe our veterans, but we must make good on our promise to care for our military and their families during and after their service – on #VeteransDay and every day. It was great to be in […]

Betty Lou

So sad about Betty Lou’s passing. She served us all with grace and strength. No one did more for Northern Wake County. https://www.wral.com/story/longtime-wake-county-commissioner-betty-lou-ward-dies-at/21143005/

Today is Election Day in Wake County!

Polls are open now until 7:30 p.m. Find your polling place at vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup. Go vote if you live in: Angier, Apex, Cary District D, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, Knightdale, Morrisville, Rolesville, Wake Forest, Wendell, Zebulon

Under the Dome

It was good to be with Dawn Vaughan on Under the Dome recently. We discussed the chaos and dysfunction of House Republicans as well as the new gerrymandered maps in North Carolina.