A biography for Roy Cooperhasn’t been written yet.
“In 2016, HB 2 cast a dark shadow over our state. Not only was it wrong in and of itself, but it cost us jobs. It cost us money. And it cost us our reputation.”
“We can embrace the idea of a North Carolina that's truly for all of us.”
“Better teacher pay combined with scholarships in exchange for teaching in our public schools can help North Carolina attract and keep talented teachers.”
“The right to vote is fundamental to the freedom we enjoy as Americans.”
“I'm grateful for my daughters, Hilary, Natalie and Claire. Whenever I think of the future, I see their faces. They inspire me.”
“We are a welcoming state. Our people are welcoming.”
“People are more important than property.”
“As Governor, I'll work to improve police-community relationships, because everyone is safer when a sense of mutual trust and respect prevails.”
“The ability for every legal, registered voter to participate in our democratic process should not be a partisan issue.”
“When it comes to drinking water, there is no room for political posturing or hollow solutions.”
“North Carolina - our great state - means everything to me. I was born, raised, and educated here. I started and raised my own family here. And as Governor, I want to build a state where all North Carolinians are afforded the opportunities I've had.”
“We cannot continue leaving teachers behind but expecting them to lead the way for our children.”
“Black Lives do Matter.”
“A lot of us have the same goals of wanting a great future for our kids and good paying jobs and having clean water when you turn on the tap.”
“Being elected to serve the people of every county, every city, every legislative district, and every community in between helps me realize just how big and diverse our state really is.”
“We don't want cost to be a barrier to good students getting a higher education.”
“Women have helped shape North Carolina in every discipline and industry, from manufacturing, medicine, and law to business, the arts, and sciences.”
“As a father and as a public school tutor, I've seen how a child's earliest experiences form the foundation for lifelong learning and health. And the science is overwhelming showing how much it matters.”
“We must keep our eye on the ball to monitor our waterways and ensure that all North Carolinians can have full confidence in the water they drink.”
“As governor, one of my top priorities is supporting our children from cradle to career.”