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Hi all, I wonder How many voters like My moderate Liberal Views. Gary Kahn
Last Wednesday I was sworn in to the North Carolina Senate, filling the vacancy created by Senator Ellie Kinnaird’s retirement. I was humbled and honored by the committee’s decision Sunday as well as the outpouring of support I’ve received in the last few weeks.
I’d like to take the opportunity to thank Sen. Kinnaird for her continued service to North Carolina, to the members of the State Senate District Executive Committee for trusting me with their vote, and to the entire Democratic Party for running a fair and honest process.
I want you to know that I see this new position as a responsibility. Senate District 23 is the progressive core of North Carolina and we need a legislator who is both a passionate advocate for liberal causes, following the example set by Ellie Kinnaird, and also effective in a hostile environment.
I'm happy to report that after completing the interview process I was
endorsed by the Triangle Central Labor Council and the NC State
AFL-CIO. Historically one of the best ways to raise average income is
to have more of the labor force unionized. As a Council Member I want to
make sure that town employees receive a fair wage and that disputes are
settled fairly. North Carolina prohibits public employees from engaging
in collective bargaining however it is important for the town to listen
to employees and learn from their experiences in doing their job. It is
significant that one of the many groups at the Moral Monday protests
against the new negative state legislation was organized labor including
FLOC. FLOC is the Farm Labor Organizing Committee which is improving
conditions for farm workers in North Carolina. Years ago my mother
worked with FLOC in Ohio.When I was in the Peace Corps in Honduras I saw the movie Norma Rae about textile unions in Roanoke Rapids where I ended up living for 8 years. Now the many mills in NC (and Honduras) have closed and moved to Asia.
Julie McClintock's two organizations are holding this forum:
"The Future of Chapel Hill and You"
A Community Forum for Candidates for the Chapel Hill Town Council presented by Friends of Bolin Creek and Neighbors for Responsible Growth, and supported by many neighborhood and community groups.
Town Council Candidates on the Line
You and invited experts will pose questions to the Mayor and Candidates for Chapel Hill Town Council.
As density is added Downtown and in the six focus areas, how do we ensure the vitality of neighborhoods?
How do we protect our famous green environment as we grow?
What is fiscally sound development?
How do we increase affordable rental and workforce housing?
Can we grow our bus system and pay for it?
Join us for an enjoyable and interesting evening.
Wednesday, October 2
7:00 - 9 pm
Join us at 7 pm for refreshments and informal conversation with the candidates;
Program starts at 7:20 pm
Located at Extraordinary Ventures, 200 S. Elliott Rd
Across from Whole Foods
All community and neighborhood organizations are invited.
Date:
Wednesday, October 2, 2013 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Location:
Extraordinary Ventures, 200 S. Elliott Rd
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