Candidate Biography (submitted by candidate):

Stan has lived in Eastern North Carolina for almost 13 years. He was born in Seattle, Washington and resided in Central Oregon until his move to North Carolina in 1997.

Eager to serve his country, he enlisted in the United States Army in 1988 serving in the First Cavalry Division and fighting for freedom during the first Gulf War. He was honorably discharged in 1991. He continued his service in the Washington Army National Guard from 1992 to 1995. Feeling the call again, Stan served in the North Carolina National Guard from 2003-2005. Protecting the freedom of citizens and our country will lead him in his support of military issues facing our service members located in and around Pitt County.

Stan holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, received Suma Cum Laude. As a licensed Mortgage Loan Officer, he diligently works with clients to help them achieve affordable homeownership. Understanding the economic challenges today's families face, Stan is ready to work hard in Raleigh creating jobs and conserving taxpayer dollars.

As a North Carolina Certified Law Enforcement Officer, Stan has served the citizens of Pitt County as both a City of Greenville Police Officer (1999-2004) and a Deputy Sheriff (part-time since 2005). His public safety experience will guide him in Raleigh in working hard to preserve the rights and safety of citizens and the law enforcement community.

Stan is married and lives in Greenville with his wife, stepdaughter, and son. His other interests involve his partnership in an investment company that primarily focuses on real estate ventures and he serves as a member of the University City Chapter of the Kiwanis.  

The Economy
Years of tax and spend government has led North Carolina to have one of the highest unemployment rates in the nation. North Carolina is in the top ten of least friendly states for small businesses. It is time that the Legislature unleashed the power of small business by lowering taxes and reducing regulations so the natural forces of the American economy can take over and lead the recovery.

Education
One of the most important roles of state government is to provide the funding for our children's education. We must make sure that money goes to the classroom first and is not wasted on education bureaucracy. The Democrat leadership in the legislature cut over $225 million dollars from the education budget while continuing to fund their pork projects. Classrooms first should be the motto in funding education.

Ethics Reform/Corruption
North Carolina politics have become an embarrassment due to scandals at all levels. I will be an active part of the new leadership that puts an end to "pay to play" politics and makes decisions based on what is best for the people, not the biggest campaign contributor.

Health Care
The Federal health care debate is really about health insurance. We have the finest health care in the world and our excellent medical facilities here in Greenville are a shining example. I believe medical decisions are best made by those directly involved and I will support the State Republican leadership's call for legislation to block federally mandated health care and make sure that medical decisions are made by the patient and their doctor; not the government or insurance companies.