NC Candidates Speak to Children's Issues
On October 5, the McDowell County Partnership for Children hosted a Candidate Forum. Candidates for almost every elected office attended. Here, several candidates answer these questions: In this time of economic crisis, how will you work to ensure that local economies are not hard hit and families are supported? How do you plan to support programs serving young children and families?
Answer: Rep. Mitch Gillespie, NC House District 85
Answer: Beth Ostgaard, Candidate for NC House District 85
Answer: Colin Bannon, Representative for NC Senator Joe Sam Queen, District 47
Answer: Dwayne Carson, Representative for US Senator Richard Burr
Answer: Shirley Hise, Mother of Ralph Hise, candidate for NC Senate District 47