| U.S. House of Representatives (District 7 - Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Cumberland, Duplin, New Hanover, Pender, Robeson, Sampson) |
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Candidate Biography (submitted by campaign):
Born in Lumberton
Has served in Congress from 1996 - present
Chairman, Rural Development & Biotechnology Subcommittee of Agriculture Committee
Second-highest ranking member of Armed Services Subcommittee on Terrorism
Co-chairman, Special Operations Forces Caucus
Senior Whip
Naval Academy Board
U.S. Commission on Security & Cooperation in Europe
Co-chairman, Waterways Caucus
Has won the top award in Congress in several areas over last few years: Admiral's Circle Award (coastal issues); National Leadership Award (economic development); "MVP" Award (senior citizens' issues); National Rural Health Legislative Award; National Legislator of Year Award (agriculture); National Legislator of Year Award (veterans' issues); Distinguished Christian Statesman of the Year
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| Candidate Statement:
The challenges facing our region and nation require the experience and know-how to continue pushing for progress and change. I am excited about the opportunity to keep fighting for our families and our future, and I want to build on the strong foundation that has been laid.
Our best days continue to be ahead of us, and I look forward to helping southeastern N.C. continue to be a great place to live, work, worship, play and retire.
I will focus on: strong national defense; good jobs and economic development; sound agriculture policy; affordable health care; benefits for veterans, military retirees and senior citizens; quality schools and affordable higher education; funding for inlets and waterways; Lumbee Tribe recognition.
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