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“North Carolinians are determined, tough people.”
“I'm committed to raising teacher pay and will fight to make significant progress every year until we get there.”
“Racism exists at all different levels in our society.”
“Every February, we celebrate the heritage and contributions of African Americans in North Carolina and around the country. North Carolina holds an important place in African American history going back generations.”
“My ultimate goal is a statewide non-discrimination law with broad protections, and I will keep striving for it.”
“My goals as governor are to help all North Carolinians be better educated, healthier and have more money in their pockets so that they can live more abundant, purposeful lives.”
“Let's cast aside notions of red counties or blue counties and recognize that these are artificial divisions.”
“I will always stand up to protect fair access to the ballot box.”
“North Carolina is blessed with amazing coastal resources and we need to safeguard our coast because it helps drive our economy.”
“It's not enough to just say we won't discriminate, we must show it.”
“Making community college more accessible means more of our high school graduates can learn the skills they need to get good paying jobs.”
“During Black History Month, we not only should celebrate those who have made North Carolina a better place to live for everyone, but we should also acknowledge the deep sacrifices people made to get us to where we are now.”
“We need aggressive healing, a strong voice that will continue to understand that diversity is our strength.”
“To keep attracting good new jobs, we must invest in more job training and education to prepare young people and workers at every age for the jobs of today and tomorrow.”
“North Carolina wants its judges to be fair and impartial, and partisan politics has no place on the judges' bench.”
“We need state government to work efficiently and keep open lines of communication with local governments. We should listen to local leaders about their opportunities and challenges and let their innovation guide the way.”
“It is an incredible honor and privilege to serve as the governor of this great state, and I will work to be a governor of all of North Carolina.”
“Transitions are a time for reflection, and a time for looking forward.”
“A talented workforce, excellent access to markets and a competitive business climate make our state a top destination for global manufacturers.”
“North Carolina enjoys a worldwide reputation as a center for textile research and workers. Our excellent business climate and location offer international firms an ideal place to reach and serve customers in the United States.”