High Point mayor announces run for Congress

Plans to focus on reducing energy costs, curbing excessive spending, and reducing inflation.

- Plans to focus on reducing energy costs, curbing excessive spending, and reducing inflation.

Economy

As of January 31, 2024, Jay Wagner’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Energy & the Environment

Candidate website

Said, "Democrats are the extremists on abortion, not Republicans... We now see Democrats advocating for abortion through the third trimester and even partial birth abortion... Roe vs Wade was wrongfully decided in 1973 and The Supreme Court rightfully decided abortion laws should be decided at the state level... will fight to protect innocent life."

Said, "I believe that each baby is formed in the image of God. . . and will fight to protect innocent life."

- Said, "I believe that each baby is formed in the image of God. . . and will fight to protect innocent life."
- Opposes masks and vaccine mandates.

Healthcare

Opposes ballot drop boxes, citing a 2022 Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling against their authorization; plans to sponsor federal legislation to ban them, advocating for absentee ballots to be mailed or returned in person.

Opposes ballot drop boxes; plans to sponsor federal legislation to ban them, advocating for absentee ballots to be mailed or returned in person.

Said, "We must have Voter ID Laws passed at a federal level to override states... I will sponsor legislation as your congressman to make Voter ID laws in all states a federal election law."

Plans to introduce legislation banning ballot harvesting, citing concerns over potential coercion and misinformation, except in cases of health issues preventing personal ballot completion.

Plans to introduce legislation banning ballot harvesting, except in cases of health issues preventing personal ballot completion.

Said, "Election Day should mean something. I support the right to early voting, but we should not have months of early voting like we do in many states."

Opposes no-excuse mail-in voting but supports it for health reasons or if away on Election Day; against shifting from in-person to predominantly mail voting.

- Opposes ballot drop boxes; plans to sponsor federal legislation to ban them, advocating for absentee ballots to be mailed or returned in person.
- Said, "We must have Voter ID Laws passed at a federal level to override states... I will sponsor legislation as your congressman to make Voter ID laws in all states a federal election law."
- Plans to introduce legislation banning ballot harvesting, except in cases of health issues preventing personal ballot completion.
- Said, "Election Day should mean something. I support the right to early voting, but we should not have months of early voting like we do in many states."
- Opposes no-excuse mail-in voting but supports it for health reasons or if away on Election Day; against shifting from in-person to predominantly mail voting.

Voting & Elections

Supports Second Amendment rights, opposes Democrats' attempts to restrict gun ownership, criticizes politicians with armed security dictating self-defense rights, and believes the focus should be on mental health, not gun control.

Supports Second Amendment rights, opposes attempts to restrict gun ownership, and believes the focus should be on mental health, not gun control.

- Supports Second Amendment rights, opposes attempts to restrict gun ownership, and believes the focus should be on mental health, not gun control.

Public Safety

Said, "The radical left wants to control our future by manipulating the minds of our children through warped teaching about sex, boys in girls' sports and pushing an extreme leftist agenda through curriculum... I’ll fight to keep politics, sexual teaching agendas, and predators out of the classroom to ensure our children are educated for their future- not against it."

- Said, "The radical left wants to control our future by manipulating the minds of our children through warped teaching about sex, boys in girls' sports and pushing an extreme leftist agenda through curriculum... I’ll fight to keep politics, sexual teaching agendas, and predators out of the classroom to ensure our children are educated for their future- not against it."

Education

Opposes immigration reform as amnesty, criticizes politicians for not enforcing laws, estimates high numbers of illegal immigrants, advocates for deportations, and condemns Democrats' policies while pledging strong border defense as Congressman.

Opposes immigration reform, saying "deportation should follow for anyone that has lied to border agents and gamed the system."

Supports strong military policy as peacekeeping force; opposes current administration's approach, perceiving global instability; stands with Israel against antisemitism and terrorism; advocates for proactive measures against Hamas; plans to challenge negative portrayals of Israel in media and academia.

Supports Israel in the current conflict against Hamas.

- Opposes immigration reform, saying "deportation should follow for anyone that has lied to border agents and gamed the system."
- Supports Israel in the current conflict against Hamas.

Foreign Policy and Immigration

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The candidate's website says, "North Carolinians have all seen how a community can be decimated by the free-trade agenda pushed by previous Presidents, Democrat and Republican alike. That’s why Addison supports President Trump’s America First Agenda that protects and promotes American jobs."

Said, "North Carolinians have all seen how a community can be decimated by the free-trade agenda pushed by previous Presidents, Democrat and Republican alike. That’s why Addison supports President Trump’s America First Agenda that protects and promotes American jobs."

Supports prioritizing American jobs, endorsing Trump's America First Agenda, and criticizes past leaders for allowing job outsourcing, impacting local economies and labor in NC.

Supports prioritizing the allocation of jobs to American citizens and criticizes past leaders for allowing job outsourcing.

Said "the United States should be a leader in creating a forward-looking, pro-innovation crypto policy. This means avoiding burdensome government regulation and opposing efforts to create central bank digital currencies (CBDCs)."

- Said, "North Carolinians have all seen how a community can be decimated by the free-trade agenda pushed by previous Presidents, Democrat and Republican alike. That’s why Addison supports President Trump’s America First Agenda that protects and promotes American jobs."
- Supports prioritizing the allocation of jobs to American citizens and criticizes past leaders for allowing job outsourcing.
- Said "the United States should be a leader in creating a forward-looking, pro-innovation crypto policy. This means avoiding burdensome government regulation and opposing efforts to create central bank digital currencies (CBDCs)."

Said, "farmers are under attack from overburdensome federal regulations and radical environmental groups."

- Said, "farmers are under attack from overburdensome federal regulations and radical environmental groups."

Opposes abortion, saying "I will protect life and also champion pro-family policies that will ease the burden of child-bearing for women and families."

- Opposes abortion, saying "I will protect life and also champion pro-family policies that will ease the burden of child-bearing for women and families."

Said "I will oppose all attempts to federalize elections."

Supports further requirements for voter ID laws, saying "States should only get federal grants if they require a voter ID to vote."

Said " We should also tighten restrictions on absentee voting, so that all votes are received by election day & signature verification is used to ensure voter fraud doesn’t occur."

- Said "I will oppose all attempts to federalize elections."
- Supports further requirements for voter ID laws, saying "States should only get federal grants if they require a voter ID to vote."
- Said " We should also tighten restrictions on absentee voting, so that all votes are received by election day & signature verification is used to ensure voter fraud doesn’t occur."

The candidate's website says, "Founded in 1994, Grass Roots North Carolina is an all-volunteer 501(c)(4) organization dedicated to preserving individual liberties guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights with emphasis on the Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms."

The candidate's website says, "The North Carolina Troopers Association ... is made up of more than 2500 active and retired NCSHP employees, with the mission to advance the principles of proper law enforcement and support the continuing betterment of criminal justice in the state of North Carolina and the United States of America."

Believes in securing the Southern border to prevent drug smuggling and save lives, as personal loss to Fentanyl underscores the deadly consequences of the current crisis.

The candidate's website says, "Luke took what he thought was a Xanax, but it was a pill laced with Fentanyl. And Addison’s younger brother died, triggering the notification chain of events every law enforcement officer and every parent dreads."

Supports strengthening border security and law enforcement to prevent illegal drug trafficking, motivated by personal loss to a fentanyl overdose, and aims to collaborate with Trump and Budd in Congress on these public safety issues.

The candidate's website says, "NCTA Had Previously Endorsed Castelli, Hines, and Walker but Believe McDowell is the Best Candidate for Law Enforcement for NC-06"

The candidate's website says, "Addison McDowell’s First TV Ad Tells Voters About Losing His Younger Brother to Fentanyl"

The candidate's website says, "2nd Amendment Champions Back McDowell As the Best Candidate to Defend Gun Rights"

The candidate's website says, "This is the second major law enforcement organization in NC to endorse McDowell for Congress... McDowell is also endorsed by the North Carolina Police Benevolent Association..."

The candidate's website says, "(Arcadia) – Grass Roots North Carolina (GRNC) today announced their support for Addison McDowell for Congress... GRNC joins other conservative leaders and law enforcement officers in their authentic support of McDowell... the North Carolina Police Benevolent Association, the North Carolina Troopers Association, and local conservative leaders across North Carolina."

Supports strong law enforcement; the North Carolina Troopers Association endorses Addison McDowell for Congress, recognizing his potential as a staunch advocate for public safety in the 6th District, over previously endorsed candidates.

Plans to combat violent crime and drug trafficking across the Southern border, attributing these issues to Joe Biden's policies, with Trump's endorsement highlighting his family's deep roots in Davidson County.

The candidate's website says, "Addison believes that the right to self-defense is a God-given, constitutional right of every law-abiding American. As an avid hunter and gun enthusiast, Addison will fight government overreach that aims to disrupt North Carolinians’ 2nd Amendment rights."

Believes that "the right to self-defense is a God-given, constitutional right of every law-abiding American. As an avid hunter and gun enthusiast, Addison will fight government overreach that aims to disrupt North Carolinians’ 2nd Amendment rights."

Supports the 2nd Amendment vigorously, opposes Democrats' firearm regulations, appreciates GRNC's backing, and plans to collaborate with them against Congress's gun control efforts.

Believes in securing the Southern border to prevent drug trafficking and honor the sacrifice of state troopers, citing personal loss due to illegal opioids and opposing past administrations' border policies; endorsed by NCTA for Congress.

Believes in securing the Southern border to prevent drug trafficking.

- Believes that "the right to self-defense is a God-given, constitutional right of every law-abiding American. As an avid hunter and gun enthusiast, Addison will fight government overreach that aims to disrupt North Carolinians’ 2nd Amendment rights."
- Supports the 2nd Amendment vigorously, opposes Democrats' firearm regulations, appreciates GRNC's backing, and plans to collaborate with them against Congress's gun control efforts.
- Believes in securing the Southern border to prevent drug trafficking.

As of January 31, 2024, Addison McDowell’s website did not contain information on this issue.

The candidate's website says, "We must secure the Southern Border and stop the flow of illegal drugs from flooding into our country... due to Joe Biden’s failure at the border."

The candidate's website says, "McDowell Pledges to Pursue an America First Agenda and Help Secure the Southern Border"

Said, "I look forward to working with Ted Budd and President Trump to secure our Southern border and fight for the America First agenda."

The candidate's website says, "Addison McDowell knows first-hand the price paid for not shutting down the Obama/Biden open-borders policies... President Donald Trump and Ted Budd know Addison McDowell understands the mission and... McDowell will do whatever it takes to complete the mission."

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WRAL, Republican Bo Hines announces new bid for Congress, this time in the Triad

Said "It is essential we revert back to the “America First” trade and economic policies that incentivized investment in our country and our citizens while discouraging offshoring and corporate inversions."

Said "We must invest to ensure the entire district has access to high-speed internet and quality cell service, to be able to participate in and benefit from our changing digital economy."

- Said "It is essential we revert back to the “America First” trade and economic policies that incentivized investment in our country and our citizens while discouraging offshoring and corporate inversions."
- Said "We must invest to ensure the entire district has access to high-speed internet and quality cell service, to be able to participate in and benefit from our changing digital economy."

Said "we must also improve our power grid to keep energy costs low, especially in rural regions."

- Said "we must also improve our power grid to keep energy costs low, especially in rural regions."

As of January 31, 2024, Bo Hines’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Republican Bo Hines announces new bid for Congress, this time in the Triad

Supports requirements to show a photo ID before casting a ballot.

- Supports requirements to show a photo ID before casting a ballot.
- Supports term limits for Congress.

Said, he "will always fight to defend the second amendment."

- Said, he "will always fight to defend the second amendment."

Said "we need a sustainable immigration system that is concentrated on assimilating talented and hardworking individuals that have demonstrated they will abide by the law. Illegal immigration hurts our society and penalizes immigrants who have followed the rules and entered our country legally."

- Said "we need a sustainable immigration system that is concentrated on assimilating talented and hardworking individuals that have demonstrated they will abide by the law. Illegal immigration hurts our society and penalizes immigrants who have followed the rules and entered our country legally."

Bo Hines

The candidate's website says, "Reducing government spending... will help reduce the federal budget deficit and promote economic growth by allowing businesses and individuals to keep more of their money."

Supports reducing government spending to promote economic growth, for example: reducing spending on programs like welfare, Medicaid, and Social Security.

Plans tax reform, supports lower taxes to boost economic growth by increasing business and individual investment, may propose cuts to individual and corporate tax rates, and eliminate some deductions and exemptions.

Supports tax reform, including lower individual and corporate taxes to boost economic growth, and eliminating some deductions and exemptions.

Believes Biden's economic policies and inflation harm North Carolina families; supports a Balanced Budget Amendment, single-issue spending bills, and opposes high national debt and reckless spending; wants tax cuts and fewer regulations to boost growth and innovation.

Believes Biden's economic policies and inflation harm North Carolina families; supports a Balanced Budget Amendment, single-issue spending bills, and opposes high national debt; wants tax cuts and fewer regulations.

The candidate's website says, "Fiscal responsibility also means that a government must be prepared for unexpected events, such as a recession... A government that is fiscally responsible will have a rainy day fund or a surplus that can be used to mitigate the impact of these events..."

Supports government saving for unexpected events like recessions or natural disasters. 

Supports fiscal responsibility through detailed budgeting, clear income-expense understanding, and transparency, enabling informed resource allocation and public scrutiny.

Supports transparency and public input in government fiscal policy. 

The candidate's website says, "Being fiscally responsible does not mean that a government should always cut spending or raise taxes... it means that a government should strike a balance between spending and revenue..."

The candidate's website says, "Republicans argue that excessive regulation is a burden on businesses and that cutting back on regulations will allow businesses to grow and create jobs... The new Congress may propose rolling back regulations on industries such as energy, healthcare, and finance."

Supports the deregulation of industries such as energy, healthcare, and finance to allow business growth and job creation. 

The candidate's website says, "Republicans have traditionally supported infrastructure spending, arguing that investments in roads, bridges and other infrastructure create jobs and boost economic growth. ... The new Congress may propose a large-scale infrastructure package that would invest in transportation, telecommunications, and other areas."

Supports investment in infrastructure, including roads, bridges, transportation, and telecommunications.

The candidate's website says, "“Inflation continues to raise the prices of groceries, gas, and everyday goods and services because Bidenomics is failing and choking American families. But because we don’t have a Speaker, we can’t govern and address it."

Said that Biden's economic policies have contributed to raise in inflation. 

- Supports reducing government spending to promote economic growth, for example: reducing spending on programs like welfare, Medicaid, and Social Security.
- Supports tax reform, including lower individual and corporate taxes to boost economic growth, and eliminating some deductions and exemptions.
- Believes Biden's economic policies and inflation harm North Carolina families; supports a Balanced Budget Amendment, single-issue spending bills, and opposes high national debt; wants tax cuts and fewer regulations.
- Supports government saving for unexpected events like recessions or natural disasters. 
- Supports transparency and public input in government fiscal policy. 
- The candidate's website says, "Being fiscally responsible does not mean that a government should always cut spending or raise taxes... it means that a government should strike a balance between spending and revenue..."
- Supports the deregulation of industries such as energy, healthcare, and finance to allow business growth and job creation. 
- Supports investment in infrastructure, including roads, bridges, transportation, and telecommunications.
- Said that Biden's economic policies have contributed to raise in inflation. 

Supports energy independence for national security, opposes oil imports from adversaries, advocates for domestic production increase, and supports completing the Keystone Pipeline. Criticizes the use of the Strategic Oil Reserve for political reasons.

Supports energy independence for national security, opposes oil imports from adversaries, advocates for domestic production increase, and supports completing the Keystone Pipeline. Plans to replenish the Strategic Oil Reserve.

- Supports energy independence for national security, opposes oil imports from adversaries, advocates for domestic production increase, and supports completing the Keystone Pipeline. Plans to replenish the Strategic Oil Reserve.

As of January 31, 2024, Christian Castelli’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Said, "The foundational principles of our nation, enshrined in the Constitution, are under increasing pressure in today’s evolving landscape... These protections, which have long stood as pillars of our democracy, face threats from various quarters... I am committed to standing as a staunch defender of these principles, ensuring that the liberties and freedoms granted to us remain unassailable and endure for generations to come."

Said, "The foundational principles of our nation... are under increasing pressure in today’s evolving landscape... I am committed to...ensuring that the liberties and freedoms granted to us remain unassailable."

- Said, "The foundational principles of our nation... are under increasing pressure in today’s evolving landscape... I am committed to...ensuring that the liberties and freedoms granted to us remain unassailable."

Supports increased funding for police and maintaining qualified immunity in North Carolina, emphasizing swift and fair responses to crime for community safety and well-being. Advocates for strict consequences for lawbreakers.

Supports increased funding for police and maintaining qualified immunity in North Carolina. Advocates for strict consequences for lawbreakers.

The candidate's website says, "The next attack on the homeland will come from within our country... It may be a sleeper cell that carries out an attack at a restaurant, mall, church, or synagogue... It may be a truck full of fertilizer that detonates..."

Believes that undocumented immigrants pose a threat to public safety. 

The candidate's website says, "Freedom is vulnerable. If we are not resolute the consequences can be dire. We must be vigilant. We must protect our refineries and energy grids and raise our domestic terror alert. The best defense is a coordinated, well-prepared offense."

The candidate's website says, "We must protect our refineries and energy grids and raise our domestic terror alert. The best defense is a coordinated, well-prepared offense."

- Supports increased funding for police and maintaining qualified immunity in North Carolina. Advocates for strict consequences for lawbreakers.
- Believes that undocumented immigrants pose a threat to public safety. 
- The candidate's website says, "We must protect our refineries and energy grids and raise our domestic terror alert. The best defense is a coordinated, well-prepared offense."

Said, "I will fight for families to have School Choice. Parents know what is best for their children and should have a say in their children's education."

Opposes progressive attacks on parental rights, explicit materials, and political curriculums in schools; supports parental choice, educational integrity, and women's sports; believes parents know best for children's education; advocates for school choice to transcend zip code limitations.

Said "I will oppose all efforts that allow sexually explicit materials of any kind to be taught in our schools. I will protect the integrity of women’s sports. I will oppose political indoctrination curriculums."

The candidate's website says, "Finally, they may also focus on expanding access to education and training, in order to help more Americans acquire the skills they need to participate in the modern economy."

Supports expanding access to education and job training. 

- Said, "I will fight for families to have School Choice. Parents know what is best for their children and should have a say in their children's education."
- Said "I will oppose all efforts that allow sexually explicit materials of any kind to be taught in our schools. I will protect the integrity of women’s sports. I will oppose political indoctrination curriculums."
- Supports expanding access to education and job training. 

The candidate's website says, "“Since the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan which resulted in needless loss of life and the abandonment of our partners and allies, the Biden Administration has demonstrated weakness around the globe."

Believes that the Biden administration produces weak foreign policy which results in unnecessary death and weakened alliances.

The candidate's website says, "“Israel was attacked by a plot masterminded by Iran and carried out by Hamas, a self-righteous terrorist organization. Yet, because we didn’t have a Speaker, it took us several days to even issue a proclamation of solidarity with Israel."

Believes that the lack of a Speaker of the House contributed to inefficient foreign policy and a weakened border. 

Said, "Remember our military who are doing so this year... Remember and pray for peace in Israel... Remember the people of Ukraine who are still suffering from war and corruption... I still believe we can stabilize this chaotic world through... a return to sane military, economic and border policies."

Said, "Remember and pray for peace in Israel... Remember the people of Ukraine who are still suffering from war and corruption."

The candidate's website says, "Isolationism has become the haven for some elected leaders and citizens. Indifference and disregard for the doctrine of peace through strength have emboldened terrorism and authoritarianism across the globe. Where are civilization’s defenders?"

The candidate's website says, "Isolationism has become the haven for some elected leaders and citizens. Indifference and disregard for the doctrine of peace through strength have emboldened terrorism and authoritarianism across the globe."

Said, "I will ensure America’s interests are placed before our adversaries, support our allies in their time of need, and demand our military is equipped with the best training and resources available."

Plans to prioritize border security by completing the wall, enhancing Border Patrol resources, and addressing illegal immigration, drug, and human trafficking issues to protect Americans.

Plans to prioritize border security by completing the wall, enhancing Border Patrol resources, and addressing illegal immigration, drug, and human trafficking issues.

Said, "American exceptionalism is real and an envy of the world. ... Our men and women in uniform are the strongest, best trained, and most experienced military in the history of the world. ... We should always project strength and leadership on the world stage. I will ensure America’s interests are placed before our adversaries, support our allies in their time of need, and demand our military is equipped with the best training and resources available. ... I will oppose costly non-essential initiatives that weaken our military... Our freedom is vulnerable."

Said, "We should always project strength and leadership on the world stage... I will oppose costly non-essential initiatives that weaken our military."

The candidate's website says, "Finally, in a stunning display of naivety and complacency, President Biden returned $6 billion to Iran, a state sponsor of terrorism, in a prisoner “exchange.”"

Opposes the Biden administration's use of money to conduct a prisoner exchange with Iran. 

The candidate's website says, "President Obama’s refusal to arm Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of Crimea in 2014 led Putin to set in motion the conflict in Ukraine today... President Biden’s botched withdrawal from Afghanistan resulted in bloodshed and loss of innocent lives and further emboldened Russia in its aggression toward Ukraine."

Believes the actions of the Obama and Biden administrations have allowed and increased Russian aggression against Ukraine. 

The candidate's website says, "Regimes of hate, authoritarianism, and theocracy are difficult enemies to fight... When met by indecisive or weak US response, these enemies strengthen."

Said, "Regimes of hate, authoritarianism, and theocracy are difficult enemies to fight... When met by indecisive or weak US response, these enemies strengthen."

The candidate's website says, "China saw an opportunity and reinvigorated its antagonism toward Taiwan... They flew a spy balloon across our country and over military installations... And Chinese nationals are freely purchasing land across America, some near bases and nuclear facilities."

Opposes China's surveillance of American military bases.

The candidate's website says, "The United States must stand unequivocally with Israel... We do not have to police the globe, nor should we, but we cannot allow evil to permeate, grow, and expand its foothold..."

Said, "The United States must stand unequivocally with Israel... We do not have to police the globe, nor should we, but we cannot allow evil to permeate, grow, and expand its foothold..."

Believes the unprotected southern border allows illegal entry, aids cartels, and that the Biden administration misrepresents border security, leading to unprecedented illegal immigration.

Believes that the Biden administration misrepresents border security, leading to unprecedented illegal immigration.

- Plans to prioritize border security by completing the wall, enhancing Border Patrol resources, and addressing illegal immigration, drug, and human trafficking issues.
- Said, "We should always project strength and leadership on the world stage... I will oppose costly non-essential initiatives that weaken our military."
- Opposes the Biden administration's use of money to conduct a prisoner exchange with Iran. 
- Believes the actions of the Obama and Biden administrations have allowed and increased Russian aggression against Ukraine. 
- Said, "Regimes of hate, authoritarianism, and theocracy are difficult enemies to fight... When met by indecisive or weak US response, these enemies strengthen."
- Opposes China's surveillance of American military bases.
- Said, "The United States must stand unequivocally with Israel... We do not have to police the globe, nor should we, but we cannot allow evil to permeate, grow, and expand its foothold..."
- Believes that the Biden administration misrepresents border security, leading to unprecedented illegal immigration.

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Christian Castelli

The candidate's website says, "Mark will again champion the conservative solutions needed to get our country back on the right track including: cutting wasteful spending and balancing the budget..."

- The candidate's website says, "Mark will again champion the conservative solutions needed to get our country back on the right track including: cutting wasteful spending and balancing the budget..."

As of January 31, 2024, Mark Walker’s website did not contain information on this issue.

The candidate's website says, "100% Pro-Life voting record and led the fight in Congress to defund Planned Parenthood"

The candidate's website says, "100% Pro-Life voting record and led the fight in Congress to defund Planned Parenthood."

- The candidate's website says, "100% Pro-Life voting record and led the fight in Congress to defund Planned Parenthood."

Said, "Worked with President Trump to reform the tax code, build the border wall, and halt illegal immigration"

Said he, "Worked with President Trump to reform the tax code, build the border wall, and halt illegal immigration"

- Said he, "Worked with President Trump to reform the tax code, build the border wall, and halt illegal immigration"

Said, "We just released our new radio ad and we’ll tell it to you straight – Joe Biden and the political establishment don’t like it. But the truth is, Biden’s approach to our exploding border has…"

The candidate's website says, "Listen to your local radio stations to hear about Mark Walker’s fight to secure the border and stand up to Biden’s dangerous open borders policies"

Opposes Biden's immigration policy, labeling it reckless or intentional, critical of its impact on North Carolina, referencing a local example in the Triad.

Mark Walker

Believes in reducing non-military federal spending and controlling entitlements to prevent economic slowdown, opposes tax increases for Covid relief, and supports taxpayers retaining more of their income.

Wants to reduce non-military federal spending and opposes tax increases. 

- Wants to reduce non-military federal spending and opposes tax increases. 

As of January 31, 2024, Mary Ann Contogiannis’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Opposes abortion and labels herself as "pro-life". 

Believes transgender athletes should compete in events for their gender, assigned at birth. 

- Opposes abortion and labels herself as "pro-life". 
- Believes transgender athletes should compete in events for their gender, assigned at birth. 

The candidate's website says, "Gun control efforts threaten the rights of law-abiding American citizens to protect themselves and their families while criminals continue to ignore the law."

Supports the second amendment right and believes gun control efforts threaten the rights of law-abiding American citizens to protect themselves. 

The candidate's website says, "Law enforcement... play an extremely positive and important role in maintaining our nation’s safety... We need to support Law Enforcement through proper funding for recruitment and training of our police officers and promote building positive police-community relations."

Wants to increase funding for law enforcement and promote positive police-community relations.

- Supports the second amendment right and believes gun control efforts threaten the rights of law-abiding American citizens to protect themselves. 
- Wants to increase funding for law enforcement and promote positive police-community relations.

The candidate's website says, "Parents and students should be empowered to be active participants in deciding"

Believes parents and students should be empowered to be active participants in deciding the school curriculum. 

- Believes parents and students should be empowered to be active participants in deciding the school curriculum. 

The candidate's website says, "Border controls have fallen apart due to ineffective leadership from Washington... Protecting our borders from the illegal passage of drugs, weapons, contraband and people... is essential to homeland security, economic prosperity and national sovereignty."

Wants to secure the border, saying "Protecting our borders from the illegal passage of drugs, weapons, contraband and people, while promoting lawful entry and exit, is essential to homeland security, economic prosperity and national sovereignty."

- Wants to secure the border, saying "Protecting our borders from the illegal passage of drugs, weapons, contraband and people, while promoting lawful entry and exit, is essential to homeland security, economic prosperity and national sovereignty."

Mary Ann Contogiannis

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