Roy Cooper

“Renewable energy means good paying jobs along with clean air and water.”

“Stalking brings fear, uncertainty, and violence into the lives of victims. Public awareness is a crucial step forward in protecting women and men from stalking and intimate partner violence.”

“In Raleigh, partisan battles, power struggles and lawsuits might grab the headlines, but we have to work together where we can. To look beyond ourselves to see what's right for the state, regardless of who's in power. That's what the people of North Carolina want us to do, and what common sense demands us to do.”

“Our whole community is made better when students earn the credentials or degrees they need to find a better-paying job that will help them support themselves and their families.”

“Background checks are an important part of keeping guns out of the wrong hands, but they are only as good as the information in the database.”

“Too many people feel stuck in the middle - not wealthy by any measure, but doing just well enough that the social safety net isn't there for them. They feel left behind by a system that isn't listening to them and an economy that isn't rewarding them for their hard work.”

“Our greatest leaders - both Republicans and Democrats - have recognized the power of a strong and growing middle class.”

“When I was in the legislature, we worked to create a bipartisan plan to raise teacher pay to the national average.”

“Having served as North Carolina Attorney General for 16 years, I am all too familiar with the racism, bigotry and full-out white supremacy that exist in corners of our society.”

“From life-saving treatments and medical supplies to personal jets and agricultural equipment, North Carolina-made products are making tremendous impacts on the world.”

“I believe that North Carolina is Strong, Resilient and Ready to face the challenges of the future.”

“We have to do what we think is right, even though we may have to stand up to some loud voices in our own parties in order to get something done.”

“The Duke lacrosse case put North Carolina in a bad light, internationally. It was important that we go in and right the wrongs of that case, and I think we did.”

“Our schools have made our state great, and we have to make our public schools the best they can be.”

“Disasters affect every state, and North Carolinians have given our own tax dollars to help neighbors and those in other states in times of crisis.”

“The dedicated men and women of the Highway Patrol work tirelessly, every day and through all the long nights of the year, to protect the people of North Carolina, and I'm grateful for their service.”

“Some people cling to the belief that the Civil War was fought over states' rights. But history is not on their side. We cannot continue to glorify a war against the United States of America fought in the defense of slavery.”

“Education is the key to opportunity and ensuring our students are ready for jobs in a 21st century economy.”

“I talk to teachers, nurses, police officers, and families nearly every day in North Carolina. Their desire to make a difference inspires me.”

“We should let people elect judges based on their experience and ability to do the job, not which party they pick.”