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Elections in North Carolina, 2020

* Primary date: March 3
* Primary type: Semi-closed
* Registration deadline(s): Feb. 7
* Online registration: No
* Same-day registration: Yes

* Early voting starts: Feb. 13
* Absentee/mail voting deadline(s): March 3 (received)
* Voter ID: No ID
* Poll times: 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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Date of North Carolina presidential primary: March 3

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Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina

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General election
Election details
Filing deadline: December 20, 2019
Primary: March 3, 2020
Primary runoff: June 23, 2020
General: November 3, 2020

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Pre-election incumbent(s):
Dan Forest (R)
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Yvonne Lewis Holley won the Democratic primary for lieutenant governor of North Carolina. Six candidates ran in the primary on March 3, 2020. A primary runoff was set to occur if no candidate won more than 30% of the vote and the second-place finisher called for a runoff.[1] With all precincts reporting, Lewis Holley received 26.6% of the vote and Terry Van Duyn had 20.4%. Van Duyn announced March 10 she would not request a runoff, making Lewis Holley the winner.[2]

Term-limited incumbent Lt. Gov. Dan Forest (R) ran for governor, leaving the office open.

For a list of campaign themes compiled from candidates' websites, click here. To view candidate responses to a Charlotte Observer questionnaire, click here.

In North Carolina, the lieutenant governor is the only elected official who has powers in both the legislative and executive branches of state government. The lieutenant governor's primary responsibility is to preside over the North Carolina Senate, but he or she can only cast a vote when the regular members are tied. The person holding the office is also the first to succeed an incapacitated governor either temporarily or permanently. The lieutenant governor is a member of the North Carolina Council of State, the North Carolina Board of Education, the North Carolina Capital Planning Commission, and the North Carolina Board of Community Colleges. He or she may be assigned other responsibilities at the governor's discretion.[3]

North Carolina is one of 17 states where the lieutenant governor is elected independently of the governor. Going into the 2020 election, North Carolina was one of three states where the governor and the lieutenant governor do not share a party affiliation, along with Louisiana and Vermont. That status was at stake in the North Carolina general, as Democrats and Republicans competed for both offices.

In the 2016 general election, Forest (R) defeated Linda Coleman (D) 52% to 45%. In 2012, Forest defeated Coleman 50.1% to 49.9%. Walter Dalton (D) defeated Robert Pittenger (R) 51% to 46% in 2008.

This page focuses on North Carolina's Democratic lieutenant gubernatorial primary. For more in-depth information on North Carolina's Democratic lieutenant gubernatorial primary and the general election, see the following pages:

* North Carolina lieutenant gubernatorial election, 2020 (March 3 Democratic primary)
* North Carolina lieutenant gubernatorial election, 2020

This election was a battleground race. Other 2020 battlegrounds included:

* Hawaii's 2nd Congressional District election, 2020 (August 8 Democratic primary)
* Indiana Attorney General election, 2020
* Nevada State Senate elections, 2020

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## Contents

* 1 Election procedure changes in 2020
* 2 Candidates and election results
* 3 Candidate profiles
* 4 Endorsements
* 5 Campaign themes
* 5.1 Chaz Beasley
* 5.2 Yvonne Lewis Holley
* 5.3 Ronald L. Newton
* 5.4 Allen Thomas Jr.
* 5.5 Bill Toole
* 6 Campaign ads
* 6.1 Chaz Beasley
* 6.2 Terry Van Duyn
* 6.3 Yvonne Lewis Holley
* 6.4 Bill Toole
* 7 Polls
* 8 Satellite spending
* 9 Interviews and questionnaires
* 9.1 Charlotte Observer questionnaire
* 9.1.1 Chaz Beasley
* 9.1.2 Terry Van Duyn
* 9.1.3 Yvonne Lewis Holley
* 9.1.4 Ronald Newton
* 9.1.5 Allen Thomas
* 9.1.6 Bill Toole
* 9.1.7 Ronald L. Newton
* 9.1.8 Allen Thomas
* 9.1.9 Yvonne Lewis Holley
* 9.1.10 Terry Van Duyn
* 9.1.11 Bill Toole
* 9.1.12 Chaz Beasley
* 9.1.13 Ronald L. Newton
* 9.1.14 Allen Thomas
* 9.1.15 Yvonne Lewis Holley
* 9.1.16 Terry Van Duyn
* 9.1.17 Bill Toole
* 9.1.18 Chaz Beasley
* 10 Primaries in North Carolina
* 11 Runoff elections in North Carolina
* 12 District election history
* 12.1 2016
* 12.2 2012
* 12.3 2008
* 12.4 2004
* 12.5 2000
* 13 See also
* 14 External links
* 15 Footnotes

## Election procedure changes in 2020

See also: Changes to election dates, procedures, and administration in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, 2020

Ballotpedia provided comprehensive coverage of how election dates and procedures changed in 2020. While the majority of changes occurred as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, some changes occurred for other reasons.

North Carolina modified its primary election process as follows:

* Election postponements: The Republican primary runoff for North Carolina's 11th Congressional District was postponed from May 12 to June 23.
* Voting procedures: The witness signature requirement on completed absentee ballots decreased from two to one.
* Political party events: The Republican Party of North Carolina postponed its state convention, originally scheduled for May 14 to June 4.

For a full timeline about election modifications made in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, click here.

## Candidates and election results

Note: Van Duyn announced March 10 she would not request a runoff, making Lewis Holley the winner.[2]

Democratic primary election

#####  Democratic primary for Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina

Candidate

Votes

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| Yvonne Lewis Holley |

26.6

| 309,274

| Terry Van Duyn |

20.4

| 237,885

| Chaz Beasley |

18.9

| 219,503

| Allen Thomas Jr. |

18.8

| 219,229

| Bill Toole |

9.6

| 111,843

| Ronald L. Newton |

5.7

| 65,970

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There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

| Total votes: 1,163,704

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## Candidate profiles

This section includes candidate profiles created in one of two ways. Either the candidate completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey or Ballotpedia staff created a profile after identifying the candidate as noteworthy.[4] Ballotpedia staff compiled profiles based on campaign websites, advertisements, and public statements.

Allen Thomas Jr.

Party: Democratic Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography: "Allen Thomas has developed a reputation of being a tough fighter for education, working class families, paying workers a living wage, and criminal justice reform. Allen developed his tough yet caring personality as a child, growing up in a one-bedroom apartment with his mom, dad, and sister. His mother was an elementary school teacher and his father battled drug addiction while working odd jobs to provide for his family. When his parents divorced, his mother took on a second job as a cashier at a local grocery store to make ends meet for the family. His mother's sacrifice fuels his desire to raise teacher pay to the national average in North Carolina. Allen made history as the youngest County Commissioner ever elected in Hoke County when he was elected to the Hoke County Board of Commissioners in 2014. He was also re-elected in 2018 for a four-year term."

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Key Messages

The messages below are the candidate’s own.

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Ending Poverty

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Fully Funding Schools

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Raising the Minimum Wage

This information was current as of the candidate's run for Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina in 2020

Bill Toole

Party: Democratic Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office:

Belmont City Council (2009-2013)

Submitted Biography: "Raised in Winston-Salem, Bill Toole has spent most of his life in North Carolina. Bill worked as a carpenter, journalist, and commercial fisherman before going back to Wake Forest University, where he earned his MBA and law degrees simultaneously. He practiced environmental law for over 25 years at Robinson Bradshaw and Hinson, where he was a partner until he withdrew to return North Carolina to its pragmatically progressive traditions. Bill has a national reputation for success as an environmental lawyer. He has represented business, industry and environmental groups for more than 25 years. Bill has been the "Volunteer of the Year" for both the Catawba Lands Conservancy and Clean Air Carolinas. He sits on the Boards of Goodwill and North Carolina's Clean Water Management Trust Fund. In 2002 the owner of the Ecusta Paper Mill declared bankruptcy and walked away, leaving taxpayers with a $400 million bill to clean up hazardous waste and coal ash pits that threatened to pollute the Davidson and French Broad Rivers. Bill brought together private and public interests to clean up the site for future development in an arrangement that protected the rivers, saved taxpayers from the cleanup bills, and brought over 500 acres back to productive use For over 20 years, Bill has been a Democratic Party activist. He has knocked door-to-door, phone banked, and worked the polls. Bill was Gaston County's Democratic Party chair and served on the Belmont City Council."

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Key Messages

The messages below are the candidate’s own.

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Controlled access to cannabis to provide a non opioid pain management option, provide a cash crop to farmers and provide $450 million for schools and and aging loved ones.

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Make public education a priority with teachers assistants in pre-k through 3rd grade and provide modern vocational training in our high schools

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Confront climate change with emphasis on solar and wind renewables

This information was current as of the candidate's run for Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina in 2020

## Endorsements

This section lists endorsements issued in this election. If you are aware of endorsements that should be included, please email us.

Democratic primary endorsements

Endorsement  | Beasley | Van Duyn | Holley | Newton | Thomas | Toole
Newspapers and editorials
The Charlotte Observer[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Elected officials
North Carolina State Auditor Beth Wood[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Sen. Kirk deViere[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Sen. Natasha Marcus[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Sen. Sam Searcy[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Sen. Wiley Nickel[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Sen. Harper Peterson[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Sen. Michael Garrett[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Sheriff Quentin Miller[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Individuals
Former North Carolina Attorney General and Secretary of State Rufus Edmisten[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Former North Carolina Democratic Party Chair Patsy Keever[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Organization
African American Caucus[6] |  |  |  | ✔ |  |
Communications Workers of America[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |
Replacements Ltd. PAC[5] |  | ✔ |  |  |  |

## Campaign themes

The following campaign themes and policy positions were listed on the candidates' campaign websites in February 2020, if available.

### Chaz Beasley

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INVESTING IN EDUCATION

As a product of our public schools, Chaz recognizes that his success has been the direct result of the quality education he received right here in North Carolina. There are many other students who also have the talent and ability to lead transformative lives. Therefore, it is crucial that we invest in our children’s education, equipping them to meet their potential.

Still, our schools are facing unprecedented challenges. Schools are being asked to do more and more with fewer resources. Pay for our teachers continues to be among the lowest in the country. And, short-term decision-making in the General Assembly fails to recognize that many students are in our public schools for a decade or more.

Now is the time to make education a real priority – not just in words, but in action.

We can accomplish this by:

* Paying our teachers what they deserve – Our teachers are underpaid – period. Therefore, we must ensure salaries for North Carolina’s teachers exceed the national average and are the highest in the South within five years. Only with such an ambitious goal will we properly acknowledge the invaluable impact teachers have on future generations.
* Providing our students with a real-world education – It’s crucial that our kids receive a versatile education that prepares them for adulthood. For this reason, Chaz successfully passed a law that created a comprehensive financial literacy education program for our high schools, enabling our young people to make wise decisions with their money. An education that prepares our students for everyday life will empower them as they enter the real world.
* Keeping education affordable, from pre-K to college – A quality, affordable education is a crucial element of our state’s success – even our state Constitution stresses its importance. However, many early childhood education options continue to be prohibitively expensive for families, and many students graduate from our state colleges with huge amounts of debt. From childhood to college and beyond, every child should be able to explore their talents through a public education that won’t break the bank.

EXPANDING ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE

Every person in our community deserves access to quality, affordable healthcare. Not only is expanding access to healthcare the right thing to do – it’s also a smart investment for our families, our businesses, and our economy as a whole.

Access to healthcare means that families can live without the fear of medical bills causing bankruptcy. It means that parents and students alike can pursue their dreams without basing career choices upon the availability of health insurance. It means that entrepreneurs can launch new businesses without fear of losing their employer-based insurance.

In Raleigh, Chaz has fought for expanded access to healthcare and will continue that fight until every North Carolinian has access to the quality healthcare they need and deserve.

We can support quality healthcare by:

* Expanding Medicaid – Chaz is a cosponsor of the bill that would expand Medicaid, providing affordable healthcare for over 600,000 North Carolinians. North Carolina’s taxpayers already pay for these life-saving services, but politicians in Raleigh are blocking this critical effort for political reasons. It’s time to prioritize the needs of everyday North Carolinians through this common-sense, bipartisan measure.
* Providing Critical Resources in the Fight Against Addiction – Every day, thousands of North Carolinians battle addiction – a fight that affects individuals and families alike. We must continue to provide the resources our community needs in the critical fight against opioids specifically and addiction generally.
* Supporting Women’s Health Decisions – Women should be able to make their own healthcare decisions, free from intrusive government interference. Physicians, not politicians, should be the guiding force behind the healthcare decisions of patients.

DEVELOPING A WORLD-CLASS TRANSPORTATION NETWORK

North Carolina is a growing state that stretches from the mountains to the sea. We’re an attractive destination for tourists and new residents alike.

Still, growth brings its challenges – and our transportation system has fallen behind. In order to sustain growth and provide excellent quality-of-life, we need to build infrastructure that prepares us for the future.

We can develop a world-class transportation network by:

* Expanding Our Transportation Options – From bike lanes to high-speed rail, North Carolinians are demanding access to a greater variety of ways to get around. Many of these new methods are cost-effective, efficient, and economically beneficial. We should continue to be innovative in areas like mass transit while avoiding the pitfalls of projects like the privatized, monopolistic I-77 tolls. By embracing new but smart options, we can be at the forefront of the future.
* Maintaining Our Existing Infrastructure – As we continue to invest in new transportation options, we must ensure that our existing transportation network remains up-to-date. Gridlocked roads, crumbling bridges, and project delays are unacceptable in a growing state like ours. We must make it a priority to ensure that our entire network, whether in rural or urban areas, remains responsive to our state’s needs – and has the funding necessary to remain so.
* Supporting the Flow of Commerce – As the grandson of a truck driver, Chaz understands how important the flow of goods and services is for our economy’s rural and urban areas alike. We must maintain our competitive advantage by ensuring that our commercial shipping methods, from airports and seaports to rail and trucking, remain state-of-the-art.

CREATING JOBS & GROWING THE ECONOMY

We’ve got a strong economy here in North Carolina. It’s made us a place that attracts people from all over the nation – and the world.

Still, as our economy continues to grow, we’ve got to make sure that everyone in our state has the chance to participate in that success. From the rural communities where Chaz was raised to the urban and suburban areas he now represents in the General Assembly, every North Carolinian has something to contribute.

Chaz is running for Lieutenant Governor because we need to build an economy that works for everyone.

We can do this by:

* Expanding Well-Paying Jobs – North Carolinians value work. Similarly, we should value our people by ensuring that economic growth leads to thriving businesses that create well-paying jobs. This includes marketing our state worldwide to attract new jobs while raising our minimum wage in an economically-beneficial way.
* Supporting Small Business – From family farmers to shop owners, small business continues to be a major driver of our economic growth. Our state should ensure that these small businesses receive the support they deserve at a statewide level.
* Creating Opportunities Statewide – Economic success is not a zero sum game – all of North Carolina, whether rural, urban, or suburban, can succeed in a growing economy. We can create opportunities for every North Carolinian, regardless of where they live, by reinforcing regional strategies and broad approaches to growth. Only by big-picture thinking regarding our growth strategies will our economy work for everyone.

FIGHTING FOR EQUITY

Our state is a patchwork of many different communities, made of people from a variety of backgrounds. While many different paths led us here, we recognize that our futures are inextricably tied together. We realize that not only is there strength in our diversity, there is strength in our versatility.

Despite this, we face challenges that pull at the very threads with which we are woven together. Rather than focusing on the everyday needs of North Carolinians, some in Raleigh are pushing a divisive social agenda. We cannot stand idly by as some use race, gender, and sexual orientation to open old wounds – or create new ones. Instead, we must recognize the lessons from our past challenges while remaining hopeful for North Carolina’s future.

By standing by our core principles, we are:

* Preserving our constitutional rights – The constitutional rights belonging to our citizens cannot be an afterthought when laws are passed. Whether restricting the right to vote, complicating women’s rights when making health decisions, or obstructing the right to marriage, extreme members of our General Assembly have often disregarded constitutional protections for political gain. Others have been noticeably absent as our rights are eroded. Our rights are the bedrock of our society and are far too important to be compromised.
* Expanding opportunity – Providing people with the chance to put their talents to work is how to build a thriving, prosperous middle class. However, for the women still earning less than men for the same work, for people of color facing higher unemployment rates, or for working-class families struggling to make the American Dream a reality, these chances remain limited. By expanding the opportunities available, we maximize the potential of everyone, regardless of background.
* Building strong, supportive families – The family is the building block of our society. As the child of a single mother, I recognize that a uniquely-built family can still be a strong and supportive one. Likewise, we need leadership that values families of all types, understanding that how the family works is more important than how the family looks.

PROTECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT

North Carolina is blessed with incredible natural beauty – from the Appalachian Mountains in the west to the beautiful Atlantic coastline on the east. It’s an important driver of tourism and travel.

Unfortunately, we have not done enough in recent years to protect our environment – and our people deserve better.

Specifically, we can defend our environment by:

* Protecting Our Environment by Holding Polluters Accountable – Every North Carolinian has the right to clean water and clean air – and we have a responsibility to prevent contamination of both. One of the first lessons we learn as children is to clean up after ourselves. While our goal should always be to prevent pollution before it happens, when it does, polluters should be responsible for cleaning it up.
* Supporting Clean Energy – Our state has been at the forefront of developing clean, renewable energy sources. We should support a clean energy future by not only supporting cleaner production but preventing inappropriately-sited fossil fuel production from going forward.
* Preserving our Natural Beauty – Growing our economy and protecting our natural resources are not mutually exclusive. As more land is developed, we should ensure that we preserve open spaces as greenways, parks, and untouched forests that our communities can enjoy for generations to come.[7]

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—Chaz Beasley 2020 campaign website[8]

### Yvonne Lewis Holley

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The Affordable Living Initiative

As your candidate for Lt. Governor, I am running to make living affordable for all North Carolinians. My fellow Democrats and I agree on these things: Medicaid expansion, better public education, access to affordable healthcare (which includes protecting women's reproductive rights), independent redistricting, protecting voting rights, and tackling climate change. However, my time in office has taught me that there are pressing issues not being addressed which have become critical in communities across NC. I’ve put these issues into my platform, a program I hope to champion and lead from the Lt. Governor’s office - I’m calling it The Affordable Living Initiative (ALI). My ALI platform establishes a state-wide initiative that brings together public/private partnerships, non-profits, urban and rural governments, legislators, environmentalists, homebuilders, and everyday citizens to help solve some of the problems that have become critical needs in communities across NC

Affordable & Attainable Housing

At least 310,000 people in North Carolina are spending more than half of their income on housing. This means families across the state are having trouble putting food on the table due to skyrocketing rent prices. This isn’t the quality of life our North Carolina families deserve. Housing is an essential component to everyday North Carolinians and frankly, human life. As your next Lieutenant Governor, I will work with residents, developers and local governments to find solutions to build fair cities and expand affordable housing. ALI is dedicated to having diverse voices at the table - we’ll come up with practical, applicable solutions:

* Comprehensive Legislative Study to review laws/policies that hamper affordable housing
* Eviction expungement program
* Increase financial resources for the NC Housing Finance Agency
* Implement energy efficiency conversion programs for existing stick built/mobile/modular homes
* Study ways to upgrade inaccessible homes or repair “sick homes”
* Study tax structures in areas of rapid gentrification which may push people out of their homes

I started a bipartisan workgroup committee with House and Senate members studying ways to make housing affordable and attainable in both urban and rural communities. As a result of the vast information and problems identified, I introduced and got a bill passed in the House for a comprehensive study addressing this issue. Unfortunately, my bill never got picked up by the NC Senate. As President of the NC Senate, I will make attainable housing one of my driving issues.

Access to Affordable and Healthy Food

One of the first issues that I worked on in the General Assembly has been food security. I introduced HB 387, which would create the Healthy Food Small Retailer Fund in the Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services for food desert relief purposes by providing micro-grants for equipment and shelving, initial expense offsets, and food and nutrition education. Governor Cooper signed this bill into law in 2019. This law will continue to need funding, and the battle will continue as budget wars persist in the General Assembly. Your support for my candidacy as Lt. Governor would push this issue to the forefront, and I will work to expand this program until there are no food deserts in NC.

Economic and Workforce Development

Both rural and urban communities want and need opportunities for citizens and businesses to thrive. This means working together to give citizens from all economic classes access to North Carolina’s growth and opportunities.

Economic development doesn’t just mean business and community growth, it also means giving our citizens access to this growth, by providing them with workforce development through education and training. In doing this, we expand the workforce and turn laborers that feel left behind into a ready, able, and skilled workforce. Preparing our hardworking labor force will encourage growth and create an environment that will build greater communities.

As Lt. Governor, I will work with new and existing companies that want to be in NC, to get them to commit to being community partners, not just "investors". As a member of the NC Board of Community Colleges, I will promote using and enhancing our educational institutions and job training programs to produce living wage and above living wage jobs. By providing a ready, able, and skilled workforce, industries will consider NC the destination for success.

Transportation People need access to reliable public transportation to get to their jobs, medical appointments and live their day to day life. I recommend expanding transportation options, like Bus Rapid Transit, micro transportation systems, and light rail systems wherever possible.

Public Education

I want to bring back respect to public education and teachers. I believe that who you are and where you live should not dictate access to quality education. For too long, public education has not received the proper attention it deserves. Our students and teachers deserve respect and support. As a member of the State Board of Education, I will fight for an increase in per-student spending to equal the national average, as well as an increase in teacher pay to match the national average. Increased public education funding should go toward the increase in the number of school librarians, psychologists, social workers, counselors, nurses, and other health professionals. I am a proponent of PUBLIC education and believe that public money should go toward public schools.[7]

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—Yvonne Lewis Holley 2020 campaign website[9]

### Ronald L. Newton

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A Special Message to North Carolina Voters

“In 2020 I will be a Candidate for the Office of Lt. Governor in our great State. I am aware that to be successful I will need the support of all communities across the State of North Carolina. What is at stake is the future policies and laws that will govern all of us. It is apparent that our lives are not better off than four years ago. The question is Why not? I could talk about the many issues that North Carolina faces, but, the real problem has been our leadership. Election after election we have experienced Candidates coming into our communities presenting promises with no solutions.

As a leader it is important to note that Representatives are elected to serve the will of the people. What is not apparent is that many Representatives do not serve the constituency that elected them. Instead our communities are challenged with representatives who have no connection or nexus to issues or causes that would improve the quality of life we all deserve. This campaign is a call to action. As your Public Servant I am asking you to come join the North Carolina New Direction Committee sponsored by the Committee to Elect Ronald L Newton Lt. Governor.

Since 2009 I have traveled across the State of North Carolina and campaigned hard to address issues that affect all people. I know that all politics are local, and I look forward to continuing the fight. My goal will always be to provide solutions and not empty promises. Your voice is very important to me as I move forward. Please consider my candidacy a unifying initiative and support the Committee to Elect Ronald L. Newton.”[7]

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—Ronald L. Newton 2020 campaign website[6]

### Allen Thomas Jr.

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PLATFORM

Ending Poverty

With 1 in 5 children living in poverty in this state, Commissioner Thomas has aggressively made ending poverty his cornerstone issue.

Much needed resources are spent treating the symptoms of poverty, but now it’s time to fight the main issue head on.

Commissioner Thomas supports:

Fully funding schools by any means necessary. This initiative supports increasing teacher pay while also providing increased pay and resources to support staff ie bus drivers, teacher assistants, social workers etc. Commissioner Thomas also supports offering teachers an additional supplement to tutor at schools with poor academic performance. These schools, students and teachers need extra support, not criticism. No-cost after school care will encourage parents to give their children more resources to be academically successful.

Raising Minimum Wage. North Carolina has one of the lowest minimum wages in the country. The way we treat the least among us really tells the story of who we are as a state. People should be able to work hard and make a decent living. After 10 years, it is past time to raise the minimum wage. Commissioner Thomas also supports giving municipalities the ability to place a minimum wage referendum on the ballot for voters to approve. The cost of living varies drastically across our state. With this plan, voters will be able to approve minimum wage increases for private businesses that operate in their communities.

Foundation up Economics. This economic development plan is the opposite of trickle down economics. Commissioner Thomas believes that it is wrong to have one of the lowest corporate tax rates in the country while also having high poverty rates, low per pupils spending in education, and less than average teacher pay. Commissioner Thomas believes that big corporations should earn their way to paying a lower rate. Does your company provide student loan repayment programs? Do you offer parental leave? Do your lowest paid workers receive a living wage? Only those corporations who meet the needs of their employees should be rewarded. It is wrong to put requirements on food stamp and Medicaid recipients while giving billions of dollars in corporate welfare to wealthy corporations across the board.

Criminal Justice Reform. We need an updated statewide standard as we move towards a cashless bail system for non-violent offenders. Place a referendum on the ballot and let voters decide if medical and/or recreational marijuana should be legal in this state or not. Send people who abuse drugs and mentally ill inmates to treatment centers not jails. Create a state of the art, fully funded reentry program that focuses on reducing recidivism.

Social Services. End the waiting list for daycare assistance by fully funding the program. Transform the child support system so that children are financially supported every month. Universal child support will not take away the incentive to pay. It will simply make it a budget priority for the state to insure that children are supported while back child support is collected. The state should recognize the benefits of keeping children out of poverty.

Environment

“Allen Thomas believes that it is our sacred responsibility to take care of our planet. He opposes fracking, offshore drilling, and the deregulation of environmental standards and protections.

Hoke County is home to the 1st (out of only 2 in the state) net zero energy rated K-12 school in NC. Sandy Grove Middle School uses solar panels to create more energy than it needs to operate. The excess electricity is then sold to Duke Energy at above market rate prices. The funds from this agreement are re-invested into our youth. Commissioner Thomas supports increased tax credits to make these types of government buildings common in NC. Renewable energy must be a priority.”[7]

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—Allen Thomas Jr. 2020 campaign website[10]

### Bill Toole

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STAND UP FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION

Long Strange Trip

Over the past several years, we have witnessed the degradation of North Carolina’s public-school system at an astounding rate. The days of leading the nation’s education with innovative ideas like dual-credit programs, a state-wide Pre-K program, and the Learn & Earn model have long passed. As of the 2018, the Tar Heel state is ranked 40th in overall education and 45th in school finance. [1]

The change started in 2010, after the General Assembly was taken over by the Republicans. The formerly bipartisan support for public education began to reflect the state’s transformation into a divisive bureaucracy. Since then, the crafting of legislation regarding the state’s public schooling has been simply abysmal. Most of the policies have been taken from other states haphazardly, disregarding evidence of viability and elements which need to be specifically adapted to North Carolina.

The obvious faults went unimpeded because the now partisan Assembly stuffed these plans into budgets rather than standalone bills. This meant: (1) the policies did not need to be debated in a committee before heading to the floor (2) individual policies that would usually not be supported were scrambled with several more agreeable ones which members are pressured into backing.

That is compounded by the GA’s move to incapacitate the Joint Legislative Education Oversight Committee (Ed Oversight) and the Senate Education Appropriation subcommittees (Ed Appropriations). Historically, Ed Oversight would meet regularly during legislative interims to propose innovative public education reform. It convened once in the 15/16 interval and not at all in the 16/17 interval. The Ed Appropriations committee-which is responsible for creating the state’s education budget-meets a fraction of what it once did. Unremarkably, 2017 was the first year in the committee’s history in which it presented 0 in-depth reviews of K-12 funding issues. [3]

We have given these elected officials the opportunity to make positive change, but ultimately, they seem uninterested in fixing the problems right in front of them. Let’s hold the self-serving politicians accountable and work together to solve our great state’s dilemmas. Each student should graduate from our public schools so well prepared as to be eligible to enter North Carolina higher education (either university or community college) without needing remedial work.

Broken legs without a band-aid

There is no dialogue between the state officials and the people with hands on experience in education. At the teacher rally in Raleigh and other events across the state, I spoke with hard working educators about the factors holding back our future generation from an adequate public education. These are the folks, along with Depart of Public Instruction employees and the academic community, whose input has been systematically phased out by the GA over the past 7 years. They are the ones we need to be hearing from the most regarding a system where excellence, not adequacy, should be the goal. Here are the topics I heard come up time and again along with how the politicians in-office have carelessly handled them.

Class Size

There have been numerous studies which show the positive correlation of smaller classes on learning. Our state’s large average class-size remains an issue today as the GA continues to postpone a mandatory size reduction in grades K-3 without providing the necessary funding. Without more relief, schools will be forced to let go of elective teachers (music, art, technology, etc.) or reassign grade 4-12 (where there is no size restriction) teachers. It’s an unseemly choice to give. Instead, we must reorganize the budget so that at least 63%-as under Jim Hunt-is devoted to education rather than the current 57%. [2]

We need to be more pragmatic. Class-size is important, but it is not the end-all variable for a good education. Eric Hanushek, whom many consider the leading expert on the class-size debate, compares a 10-student reduction to switching the teacher with a moderately better replacement. So, we should also consider raising teacher pay to incentivize quality future educators while hiring more teacher aids for a sound pupil-instructor ratio. [3]

Charter Schools

I hear a lot of resentment towards charter schools, and I understand the frustration. As charter schools are today, they are leeching valuable resources from public schools without providing a better alternative to students. This is largely due to their lack of restrictions: no class-size requirements, no standard curriculum, no specification for teacher licensing, no mandatory student transportation. Moreover, the past few years have demonstrated that the introduction of charter schools has at first led to self-segregation and eventually culminated in state facilitated segregation through bills like HB514, permitting certain schools in majority white suburbs to restrict access.

However, I do believe there’s a place for a limited number of charter schools in North Carolina. They could function as a pre-professional alternative that’s held accountable for preparing students to join the skilled workforce. College is not for everyone and charter schools could help this niche invaluably. [4]

Vouchers

It’s inevitable that I repeat the same sentiments: there is 0 accountability in-office, and that has poisoned the legislation since 2010. The voucher initiatives are no exception. There is no place for a voucher system in North Carolina. The state’s educational system cannot be thought of as a market in which students are ‘buyers.’ We owe the kids an opportunity for a future like the one we’ve had, and we don’t do it by siphoning money away from public schools to create a system that is abused by private schools-which have not been properly evaluated- and by families who do not need aid. [2]

Some think that this crisis doesn’t affect them because they don’t have children, or their children go to private schools. The fact is, a poor public educational system affects us all. If a large portion of our workforce lacks basic skills and creativity, how can we expect to compete in the economic marketplace? What about other issues we care about? How will the state be able to fund solutions when it has a lower tax base due to an uneducated majority?

I’m willing to take the responsibility. It will be a challenge, but the alternative is unfathomable. As a lawyer, I’ve the sense to see which policies are practical and the rhetoric to sway my reasonable peers. I hope you feel the passion behind my words because I truly believe this is the state’s greatest plight right now. It’ll also be the one I’ll be most involved with as your Lt. Governor and member of the State Board of Education.

I can’t do it without your help though, so as always, I encourage you to reach out and give your perspective on the subject. Let’s get back on track!

PROTECT OUR NATURAL RESOURCES

With the evolution of energy production and its growing demand since the beginning of the Industrial Revolution, mass energy consumption has constantly risen. The adverse effects of such consumption are evident in extreme environmental occurrences that lie well outside the Earth’s natural cycle. The deterioration of the environment has gotten to the point where everyone is affected, and it will take a conscious effort by every individual to stop this crisis.

Why Do I Care?

As a North Carolinian, one mustn’t look far to see the severity of the current situation. Air contamination has affected the health of countless residents. Power plants across the state release sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter (PM2.5) sulfate, and mercury byproducts into the air. Exposure to these substances can result in increased risk of COPD, neurological disorders, and cardiovascular disease. Furthermore, data shows that reducing the levels of these toxins in our air will reduce the death rate by emphysema, asthma, and pneumonia.

Some action was taken in 2002 by means of the Clean Smokestacks Act which improved North Carolina air quality by facilitating the decommissioning of many coal-fired power plants and the use of reduction technology. SO2 and PM2.5 concentrations have decreased by 20.3% and 8.7% per year respectively since then. UNC researchers state that this improvement prevented 1700 premature deaths in 2012. So, the benefits of reducing these harmful emissions is clear and more must be done as many researchers believe that even low dose exposure to pollutants like PM2.5 can exacerbate respiratory and cardiovascular disease.

Unfortunately, our concerns with environmental contamination does not end with air quality. North Carolina water in several communities has been compromised or is vulnerable due to aging or damaged wastewater treatment systems and unregulated manure dumping by local farms. The health effects of contaminated water are well documented. If not dealt with, civilians risk contracting a multitude of gastrointestinal illnesses, reproductive problems, and neurological disorders.

That solely outlines the health risks coinciding with the state’s present trajectory; however, the change in climate is a huge threat as well. The climate is warming as a direct result of pollution and the consequences will threaten the livelihood of current and future North Carolinian generations. Projected sea level elevation could result in the loss of land along the low lying Coastal Plain, forcing residents to leave homes and jobs. Storms will intensify as the climate warms, increasing the chances of flash flooding and home destruction across the state. The other extreme will also become more frequent as drought and heat waves jeopardize agriculture.

How Do We Change?

It’s clear we as Carolinians must change, not only for the well-being of ourselves, our children, and our neighbors, but also to provide an example for worldwide reform.

Talk about the issues. The first step is making everyone aware of the obstacles we face.

In 2012, North Carolina lawmakers banned state officials from using scientific data to plan against climate change, and the ignorance among in-office policymakers has continued since. The Republican General Assembly has eliminated 69 DEQ enforcement positions – meaning there are not enough regulators to police industries’ environmental compliance. Even if there were enough regulators, legislators have not created laws that fully encompass the issues, such as farm waste disposal, toxic emissions not covered by the EPA, and damaged wastewater treatment systems.

North Carolina has the potential to increase its energy efficiency by 20% by 2035 but will not do so without the introduction of new policy. The handling of monopoly Duke Energy is an example. The provider is left unregulated in terms of energy efficiency and emission rates.

AFFORDABLE HEALTHCARE FOR ALL

In North Carolina, we have a structured healthcare system that needs to be further funded to manage current and impending crises. The major issues we can tackle with additional resources include senior and rural healthcare, teen depression, and the opioid epidemic. And fortunately, the capital to do this could become available by expanding Medicaid.

Seniors & Caretakers

The state’s senior population is growing, and we’ll need more facilities and programs to accommodate the spike. Sponsoring the new Division of Aging and Adult Services would be a significant step in the right direction. The breakthrough agency has already had much success in local senior-care training, statistical research and policy recommendations, so its expansion would be a relief on several struggling communities as well as individual caretakers.

The number of these caretakers is increasing as more families without the means to hire aid are having to care for aging loved ones, many of which have some form of dementia. In fact, 1 in 10 North Carolinians are likely to develop Alzheimer’s (only one type of dementia) by the age of 65, and as the son of a father suffering with the disease, I know how expensive treatment can be – over $95,000 on average. In many cases, a wife, daughter or sister is the one sacrificing her career to help, and value of this unpaid care usually exceeds $143,000. Public action could involve family assistance for a couple of days a week or financial support. In any case, some sort of concrete strategy is needed sooner rather than later.

Rural Communities

We have all bore witness to the matters city politicians choose to ignore, and it’s the rural working class that often suffers. I was astounded to learn that as recent as 2017, 3 counties did not have any primary care provider, 17 had no general pediatrician, and 27 had no obstetrician/gynecologist. These troubling statistics were made real talking face to face with hardworking farmers and fisherman from across the state. They deserve access to quality healthcare which they will need in their physically demanding professions.

Again, solutions revolve around state backing. Physicians can be attracted to low density areas by higher salaries and better working hours, and communities should start programs that encourage local students to pursue careers in healthcare. Unfortunately, not only is there a lack of funding, but there is also a lack of coordination between local organizations and state operations.

Teen Depression

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for children between the ages of 10 and 17 in North Carolina. That rate has doubled in the past 10 years. In 2017, 16% of high school students reported considering suicide. This data scares me, and I can only imagine the anxiety it brings parents of today’s teenagers. Much of the problem lies in our behavioral health systems. Schools should invest in destigmatizing mental health discussion and provide access to a psychologist on campus. If partnerships between schools and behavior health providers are correctly established the cost to make these crucial changes will be manageable, and the results will avert so much pain and suffering.

The Opioid Epidemic

Drug abuse is on the rise in the nation, and it’s become a crisis in our own back yard. We have gone from 109 overdose deaths related to opioids in 1999 to 1,953 in 2017 – a rate of 19.8 deaths per 100,000 people (the national average is 14.6).

Many people start using opioids to treat pain, but soon become dependent due to the extremely addictive nature of the drugs combine with reckless over prescription. The key to halting the growing number of victims lies within the role of practitioners and providers. They must take on more responsibility and use it to change prescribing practices, raise awareness about the risk of addiction, and better identify dependent individuals. The federal government has already acted on this realization through the 21st Century Act which further funds providers so that they can take on their new roles. North Carolina needs to follow suit with its own policy since the severity of the epidemic is such that only a coordinated approach from the national level down will ensure significant progress.

Medicare Expansion

All of this reform is essential for giving each and every one of our family, friends, and neighbors a quality standard of living, but it does require capital. Some funding can come from rearranging the budget to prioritize these prominent issues. However, another clear way to get the money is by expanding Medicaid. The states who have already expanded their Medicaid have saved hundreds of millions because of the reduction of expenditure on services that were taken over by Medicaid and the increase in tax revenue resultant of economic activity generated by the expansion. Michigan is on track to save a net $1 billion while Virginia and Arkansas will save over $400 million by 2021. There is no reason we can’t save just as much without increasing taxes since the state share of the cost for the expansion will be entirely supported by hospitals and health plans. Actually, we’re already paying for Medicaid expansions in other states through over $1 billion a year in taxes. We owe it to ourselves to bring those dollars back home.

The benefits are not only financial. Obviously, more residents will become insured, but a few other less predictable perks have emerged in other states. Enlarging Medicaid’s reach increases the availability of urgent care and retail clinics. Additionally, it allows safety net institutions to remain in practice consequent of large decreases in uncompensated care by uninsured patients.

The figures don’t lie. There is a straightforward path towards progress, and it comes from caring for every diverse community that makes up this great state!

CONTROLLED ACCESS TO CANNABIS

The time has come to let North Carolinians decide for themselves whether to have controlled access to cannabis. “Controlled access” means there would be no sales to anyone under the age of 21 and use in public would remain prohibited. Additionally, we propose all criminal convictions for possession of up to 1.5 oz of cannabis should be automatically expunged.

Polling from 2018 shows 80% of voters support controlled access for medical purposes.[i] So let’s allow communities decide whether adults can purchase cannabis, just as we do for liquor sales.

To bring jobs to our rural communities, let’s require that 90% of all cannabis sold be grown in North Carolina. This will ensure jobs stay in our rural communities.

Because simple marijuana arrests constitute more than 60% of North Carolina’s drug possession arrests[ii], allowing controlled access means we could re-focus scarce law enforcement resources on our serious criminal issues. Imagine all the time that will be dedicated to taking down dangerous opioid and methamphetamine trafficking networks.

State revenues from controlled access are projected to bring $450 million each year. These funds will allow us to begin to address important behavioral health issues like teen suicide and the opioid crisis.

In North Carolina, we will take a measured approach to how controlled access will be made available. For example, liquor is sold to persons 21 and older, after voters decide whether liquor can be sold in their community. Allowing normalized, taxed and controlled access the same way we do for liquor just makes sense.

Controlled Access Would Generate $450 million Annually

Controlled access is estimated to generate $450 million new revenues each year, based upon the results seen in other states. For comparison, North Carolina collected over $448 million in ABC revenues in 2018. And about $80 million (18%) went to city and county governments.[iii]

Colorado (roughly half the population of North Carolina) collected $247 million from cannabis sales in 2016.[iv]

The funds from such sales should be split between local and state government, just as we now do with ABC liquor sales. We could use the revenues to support badly needed health care in our schools and communities. Only $26.8 million (less than 6%) of the 2018 ABC liquor revenues went to alcohol education and rehabilitation.[iii]

With new revenues generated from controlled access, $337.5 million (75%) could be used to place nurses, social workers and psychologists in each public school to help confront teen depression, suicide, the consequences of hunger, homelessness, and in-home home trauma that one in four of our school children now face. Counties and municipalities will have the choice to use their share of the revenues ($93.6 million, or 21%). This money will help fund behavioral health, alcohol and drug treatment, and combat the opioid health crisis.

Controlled Access Gives Our Rural Farming Communities Opportunity

Rural unemployment is persistently high. At least 39 counties have unemployment rates above the national average.[v] Raleigh politicians have not acted to improve those economies for the last decade. Mainstay row crops such as corn and soybeans barely pay the bills. Producing cattle is only marginally profitable. North Carolina’s 46,000 farms need crops that generate more profits and create more jobs. Controlled access gives our farmers the opportunity to grow valuable cash crops again.

In Canada, where cannabis use is legal, cultivation managers, quality assurance professionals, cultivation assistants and processing assistants earn between $81,000 and $103,000 per year. The average national wage in Canada is around $51,000 per year.[vi]

Here in the US, assistant cannabis growers earn $20.55 per hour on average and master growers typically earn $104,000 a year.[vii] North Carolina’s agricultural industry contributes $84 billion to the state’s economy, accounts for more than 17% of the state’s income and employs 17% of the workforce.[viii]

North Carolina’s historical relationship with tobacco means our farmers are in the perfect position to create new jobs, if only our politicians will let them. We must demand Raleigh legislators give our farmers a chance to create more jobs and establish themselves as leaders in the market for what will soon become a high value American crop.

Controlled Access Means Safer Communities

Our teens can easily buy cannabis today because we aren’t controlling the access. What’s sold can be laced with any number of toxic substances. Controlling sales keeps marijuana out of the hands of children and makes sure what’s sold is safe and unadulterated. “Prohibition has cost American taxpayers more than $1 trillion and has been largely ineffective in decreasing marijuana use,” notes Prof. Jeff Miron, Senior Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Studies in Harvard’s Economics Department and Director of Economics Studies at the Cato Institute.[ix]

Just like the 1920’s Prohibition ban on liquor that brought us gangsters like Al Capone and Machine Gun Kelly, today’s fifty-year prohibition on cannabis can put distribution and sale in the hands of gangs willing to commit crimes to control turf. “Legalization opponents claim that drugs increase violent or criminal tendencies, but any association between drugs and violence arises mainly from prohibition’s impact on drug markets. […] Prohibition raises drug prices, which motivates some consumers to commit crimes to fund their drug use,” says Miron.[ix]

Possession and use of marijuana under 1.5 ounces is a criminal misdemeanor in North Carolina. Punishment is typically a minor fine, community service, and can lead to up to 45 days in jail. Possession is now a crime because no politician has had the courage to say the truth – controlled purchase, personal possession and home use of marijuana should be legal.

Still, the FBI’s Uniform Crime Report shows arrests for marijuana possession consume a great deal of North Carolina’s law enforcement resources. More than 60% of all North Carolina’s drug possession arrests were for possession of up to 1.5 oz of marijuana in 2016 and 2017 — between 13,700 and 16,400 arrests for each of those years.[ii]

In contrast, less than 25% of arrests were for possession of dangerous narcotics like opium. The numbers show that marijuana enforcement makes up a large part of many police agencies’ caseloads. Federal drug task forces and forfeiture rules encourage this misallocation of drug enforcement resources because cannabis is easy to find, and local agencies get to keep cash and other valuables they find in the course of a bust. We are wasting precious law enforcement resources on marijuana possession arrests, resources that should be devoted to confronting the serious law enforcement concerns in our communities.

Opioid overdose death rates in states with marijuana access are nearly 25 percent lower than in states without, and abuse-related hospitalizations are also 23% lower.[x]

Reports have found that in the majority of states that have approved medical marijuana, use among teenagers has actually decreased. Experts say this is due to a diminished “forbidden fruit” effect and decreased access to marijuana as it moves from the unregulated streets – where there are no age requirements – to inside licensed dispensaries, where you need to be 21 to purchase marijuana.[xi]

The evidence shows that most people can use cannabis safely. Of course, there are always those who lack the restraint for responsible consumption, but the repercussions are much more severe with other substances. When people consume too much alcohol, it can be fatal. The Centers for Disease Control reports 88,000 alcohol-related deaths each year, with binge drinking accounting for about half of these deaths.[xii]

The number of deaths caused by cannabis is almost zero, with one study finding that it would take an ounce or more of THC (the active ingredient in cannabis) to be fatal.[xi] Men who use cannabis are less likely to commit an act of intimate partner violence than those who use alcohol, according to a study published last year.[xii][xiii]

Controlled Access Allows Medical Use

Cannabis has medicinal value, particularly for pain management and cancer patients. “The most common use for medical marijuana in the United States is for pain control,” says Peter Grinspoon, a Practicing Physician and Professor at Harvard Medical School. “While marijuana isn’t strong enough for severe pain (for example, post-surgical pain or a broken bone), it is quite effective for the chronic pain that plagues millions of Americans, especially as they age.”[xiv]

“The evidence is overwhelming that marijuana can relieve certain types of pain, nausea, vomiting and other symptoms caused by such illnesses as multiple sclerosis, cancer and AIDS — or by the harsh drugs sometimes used to treat them,” says Joycelyn Elders, ’93-’94 Surgeon General.“And it can do so with remarkable safety. Indeed, marijuana is less toxic than many of the drugs that physicians prescribe every day.”[xv]

“I think obviously physicians make decisions based on their relationship with a patient. Do I believe that medical marijuana should be available in that equation? I do, yes,” says David Satcher, ’02-’06 Surgeon General. “I’m not convinced that there’s any evidence that marijuana is any more harmful, maybe not as harmful, as alcohol and tobacco. I’m not pushing marijuana, I’m just saying … physicians ought to be able to make decisions about the use of medical marijuana. I’m not advocating for any new drug on the street.”[xv]

In 2014, North Carolina took a small step forward, enacting a CBD-focused law for patients with intractable seizure disorders. The law leaves most patients behind and fails to provide an in-state source for cannabis extracts.

Controlled Access Just Makes Sense

An Elon College poll taken in 2017 found 80% of North Carolina voters support controlled access for medical purposes. Support was broad across political party, age, gender and race.[i] As of last month, 33 states (including Michigan, Utah and Colorado) have cannabis access laws – whether for medical use or controlled access.[xvi]

It’s time North Carolina joins them.[7]

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## Campaign ads

This section shows advertisements released in this race. Ads released by campaigns and, if applicable, satellite groups are embedded or linked below. If you are aware of advertisements that should be included, please email us.

### Chaz Beasley

"Lay off Obama" - Beasley campaign ad, released September 12, 2019

### Terry Van Duyn

"Terry Van Duyn For Lieutenant Governor" - Van Duyn campaign ad, released December 10, 2018

### Yvonne Lewis Holley

"Vote Yvonne Lewis Holley for Lt. Governor" - Holley campaign ad, released February 24, 2020

"Yvonne Lewis Holley for Lt. Governor" - Holley campaign ad, released February 26, 2019

### Bill Toole

"The Right Toole For The Job" - Toole campaign ad, released January 24, 2020

"Education" - Toole campaign ad, released July 1, 2019

"Healthcare" - Toole campaign ad, released July 1, 2019

"Bill Toole For NC Lt. Governor" - Toole campaign ad, released June 7, 2019

"Cannabis" - Toole campaign ad, released June 4, 2019

"Climate" - Toole campaign ad, released June 3, 2019

"Bill Toole For NC Lt. Governor" - Toole campaign ad, released April 18, 2019

## Polls

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## Satellite spending

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This section lists satellite spending in this race reported by news outlets in alphabetical order. If you are aware of spending that should be included, please email us.

## Interviews and questionnaires

### Charlotte Observer questionnaire

On February 24, 2020, the Charlotte Observer released the results of a questionnaire that included all six Democratic candidates.[15] Click on the questions below to see how the candidates responded.

* What do you think is or is not working well under the current office-holder? If not, how would you change it if elected?

#### Chaz Beasley

“  | The role of lieutenant governor is one of the most underutilized positions in our state government. For years, popular belief has been that the office lacks any real power. Our current lieutenant governor has focused on the ceremonial duties of the job. I will take a different approach.

Who becomes our next lieutenant governor matters more now than it has in decades. The chances of a closely-divided (or tied) Senate are high. In this case, the lieutenant governor, as the tie-breaking vote, could be the last stop for each bill. As lieutenant governor, I will use my experience as an effective legislator, lawyer, and professional in the financial industry to give every bill the attention it deserves.

Additionally, the state budget will begin in the Senate next year. This session’s budget has been stuck in limbo for months. As presiding officer of the Senate, the lieutenant governor must play a role in preventing this from happening again next year. Our state cannot afford another year of legislative leaders refusing to negotiate.[15][7]

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#### Terry Van Duyn

“  | I believe in a North Carolina that treats its educators like the professionals they are, that believes that health care should be accessible and affordable for everyone and where good-paying jobs are available for all of our people.

Our current lieutenant governor has championed legislation that seeks to divide us. He has sided with Sen. Berger and Speaker Moore to deny the expansion of Medicaid and thus health-care coverage to over 500,000 of our brothers, sisters, and siblings. He has sided with Sen. Berger and Speaker Moore to under-fund our public schools. And, he has sided with Sen. Berger and Speaker Moore to allow corporate polluters and bad actors to run unaccountable.

As the only state senator in the Democratic primary, I want to use my experience to bridge the gaps that we face. I will work with Gov. Cooper to make education North Carolina’s top priority. As the president of the Senate, I will use my tie-breaking vote to expand Medicaid, and I will use my office as lieutenant governor to connect our business with our community colleges and trade schools to make sure we are ready for 21st century jobs.[15][7]

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#### Yvonne Lewis Holley

“  | The current lieutenant governor has gutted our public education system. He has promoted charter schools and vouchers, using public money for private institutions. Many private schools that are receiving public money have no accountability and can pick and choose which students to serve. All schools that receive public funding should be held to the same academic standards. I want to bring credibility and fair accountability back.

Teaching is an honored profession. Our students deserve to have qualified teachers in every classroom, teachers paid their value and given professional development opportunities for growth.

The taking over of struggling schools should be the responsibility of the State DPI, not sent out to private companies for profit. We need to provide resources, financial and professional, to help up the standards of teaching in our schools.[15][7]

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#### Ronald Newton

“  | Elected officials do not represent the people who elected them. Too much log rolling and support for bad legislation. Every elected official is charged with the responsibility and duty to represent their constituency. Tailor divisiveness by relying on facts. Ask yourself what and how will this legislation affect the people I represent. Frequently seek public support.[15][7] | ”

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#### Allen Thomas

“  | Our current lieutenant governor, Dan Forest, started his campaign to run against the current governor almost four years ago. He also frequently sent out press releases attacking the governor on various issues. Dan Forest benefited from millions of dollars donated by Greg Lindberg who is currently awaiting trial for attempting to buy influence in state government. The then-N.C. GOP Chairman was also caught up in the scandal. He pleaded guilty late last year for lying to the FBI regarding his role in this bribery scandal.

As lieutenant governor, I would work to regain the public trust and integrity of the office. I would work hard with Gov. Cooper to turn the N.C. House and Senate blue in 2020, and I will be a reliable and passionate advocate for the North Carolina values that we all hold dear.[15][7]

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#### Bill Toole

“  | The current lieutenant governor has used his position to promote divisive issues like HB2 that have harmed North Carolina businesses. The current officeholder's attention to distracting issues means he has not devoted attention to important North Carolina issues like public education, health care, or the environment.

a) As lieutenant governor sitting on the State Board of Education, Council of State, and presiding over the Senate, I will advocate for (1) teachers' assistants in every classroom between pre-K and third grade; (2) full-time nurses, psychologists and social workers in every school to help students succeed despite coming to school hungry, homeless or with trauma in the home, and to address North Carolina's high teen suicide rate; (3) establishing modern vocational training in our high schools and community colleges; and (4) recognizing our teachers as professionals through meaningful teacher pay.

b) I would also advocate for health care that helps families care for loved ones. Assuring quality, affordable health care must a top priority in North Carolina. Because access to health care is a pressing issue in our rural communities and for working families, I will work with Gov. Cooper to expand Medicaid, strengthen rural health care, battle teen depression, and fight the opioid crisis. We must recognize and begin to address the needs of many families struggling to provide long-term care for aging loved ones suffering from illness such as dementia or Alzheimer's.

c) I will push for the controlled access to cannabis. This will permit the automatic expungement of arrest records for non-violent possession of 1.5 ounces or less, the collection of $450 million annually, and assuring broader access to treatment for drug and alcohol use disorders. By insisting that 90% of all product sold in North Carolina is grown in North Carolina, our farmers will once again have a meaningful cash crop that replaces tobacco. Veterans suffering from PTSD, cancer patients, grandmothers with arthritis, and children suffering from rare forms of epilepsy are among those who have been asking for this and would directly benefit. Among the 34 states that have legalized access have found that opioid abuse rates have fallen, some by as much as 43%; none have seen cannabis usage increase significantly. I will ensure that all communities have the chance to participate in the economic opportunities offered by cannabis normalization.

d) Recognizing and preparing for climate change must be a priority which, if ignored, will lead to disastrous consequences directly affecting our agricultural economy and vulnerable populations as well as our urban areas. Severe weather changes will affect all aspects of North Carolina life. We must create policies that help residents make their homes[15][7]

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#### Ronald L. Newton

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#### Allen Thomas

“  | Ending poverty is the cornerstone issue of our campaign. We believe that government has the ability to address the many social and racial inequities that oppress economic mobility. In my role as lieutenant governor my plan to end poverty includes the following:

• As a member of the State Board of Education, I will focus on equitable funding and resources as we seek to close the racial and socioeconomic achievement gap in our schools. The disparities between schools in low-income communities and high-income communities are unacceptable. A child does not choose where they live or the economic status of their parents. We have an obligation to ensure that all children receive a good, sound education.

• Working closely with the governor, I will champion raising the minimum wage. Income inequality is also an issue in our state. I believe every worker should receive a living wage. We must raise the minimum wage to a living wage. Black and brown people are disproportionately harmed by our lack of a living wage statute in this state. As we focus on affordable housing, we must also realize that the reason that the homes are unaffordable is partly the absence of a living wage in that specific community. I support both raising the minimum wage and increasing the government investments in affordable housing to meet the needs of low-income residents.

• Criminal justice reform is also a very import piece to promoting social and racial equity. I support legislation that eliminates racial bias in sentencing, decriminalizes marijuana for personal use, and that creates a prison system that focuses on rehabilitation and not punishment. We must ensure that individuals re-enter society better people. We must also work to get them work and housing so that they do not re-offend.[7]

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#### Yvonne Lewis Holley

“  | As your candidate for lieutenant governor, I am running to make living affordable for all North Carolinians. My priority issue is a program I will champion and lead - I’m calling it The Affordable Living Initiative (ALI). My ALI platform encompasses establishing a state-wide initiative that brings together public/private partnerships, non-profits, urban and rural governments, legislators, environmentalists, homebuilders, and everyday citizens to help solve some of the problems that have become critical needs in communities across N.C. ALI will be a statewide initiative to bring organizations across the state together to form private-public partnerships to tackle these issues:

Attainable housing: At least 310,000 people in North Carolina are spending more than half of their income on housing. This means families across the state are having trouble putting food on the table due to skyrocketing rent prices. This isn’t the quality of life our North Carolina families deserve. Housing is an essential component to everyday North Carolinians and frankly, human life. As your next lieutenant governor, I will work with residents, developers and local governments to find solutions to build fair cities and expand affordable housing. ALI is dedicated to having diverse voices at the table - we’ll come up with practical, applicable solutions:

-Comprehensive legislative study to review laws/policies that hamper affordable housing

-Eviction expungement program

-Increase financial resources for the NC Housing Finance Agency

-Implement energy efficiency conversion programs for existing stick built/mobile/modular homes

-Study ways to upgrade inaccessible homes or repair “sick homes”

-Study tax structures in areas of rapid gentrification which may push people out of their homes

Access to affordable and healthy food: 1.5 million people in North Carolina live in food deserts that lack access to healthy food. I am taking on this crisis in the lieutenant governor’s office with my Affordable Living Initiative to fight food insecurity affecting our citizens. Since my start in the General Assembly, I have pushed the issue of food insecurity, and will keep pushing it until every North Carolinian has access to healthy and affordable food. I introduced a bill which would create the Healthy Food Small Retailer Fund in the Deptartment of Agriculture and Consumer Services. This bill addresses food desert relief in small neighborhood stores. This program will continue to need funding, and the battle will continue as budget wars persist in the General Assembly. Your support for my candidacy as lieutenant governor would push this issue to the forefront, and I will work to expand this program.

Jobs: (entrepreneurial, small business, and workforce development): I have sponsored bills to raise the minimum wage and worked with Commerce and the Community College System to prepare our already existing labor force through education and training. By working with ALI, workforce development should include entrepreneurial and small business training to provide a ready workforce and new business/small business opportunities. When small businesses and entrepreneurs thrive in NC, there are more jobs created in our local economy. For all jobs, raising the minimum wage to a living wage is a priority. By providing a ready, able, and skilled workforce, we can create an economy that works for North Carolinians.

Transportation: People need access to reliable public transportation to get to their jobs, medical appointments and live their day-to-day life. I recommend expanding transportation options, like bus rapid transit, micro transportation systems, and light rail systems wherever possible.[7]

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#### Terry Van Duyn

“  | In order to have a North Carolina where everyone can participate, I believe we need to make education our top priority.

I want to work with Gov. Cooper to ensure that we increase teacher pay to at least the national average, bring textbook funding back up from pre-recession levels and pass a bond referendum to rebuild our state’s classrooms. We need to take further steps to make education beyond high school more affordable; one step in that direction would be fully funding Gov. Cooper’s proposal of NC GROW, which would make community college affordable for every North Carolina high school graduate. We need to ensure we are appropriately funding our community colleges and trade schools and ensure that those attending our four-year institutions are not graduating with crippling debt.[7]

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#### Bill Toole

“  | North Carolina's political polarization is the biggest issue we face because it has distracted us from addressing North Carolina's very real problems with public education, health care and the environment. North Carolina citizens are frustrated by this dysfunction. I have a long professional and political history of working with members of all parties and constituencies to find common solutions to common issues wherever possible, while recognizing there are some issues where compromise is not possible.[7] | ”

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#### Chaz Beasley

“  | As the son of a single mother growing up in rural North Carolina, I could have become a statistic. Many families – particularly families of color still living the way I lived – struggle to overcome their circumstances. Still, I was able to beat the odds – in large part because of the public education I received.

Education transformed my life. I owe it to the next generation of North Carolinians to fight for our kids, our teachers, and our schools.

Our lieutenant governor serves on both the State Board of Education and the Board of Community Colleges. These two boards play a central role in our state’s education policy. As lieutenant governor, I will fight to ensure our schools are the best they can be. This includes paying our teachers what they deserve and giving our kids the resources they need.[7]

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* What’s a policy issue that you and the other party agree on?

#### Ronald L. Newton

“  | Rebuilding N.C.'s infrastructure. Connecting road ways, and putting fiberoptic wiring in the roads to ensure residents can have access to the super highway. I also believe that ground can be gained in the area of tax reform. Reducing the tax burden on average residents and working class North Carolinians. This would help to reduce the income inequality gap that now exists.[7] | ”

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#### Allen Thomas

“  | I agree with the bipartisan "Raise the Age" legislation where 16- and 17-year-old children are no longer automatically charged as adults. I also believe we should go back and seal the records for most crimes committed before individuals turned 18.[7] | ”

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#### Yvonne Lewis Holley

“  | Criminal justice reform. In order for people who have served in the criminal justice system to become viable citizens, there must be some criminal justice reform.[7] | ”

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#### Terry Van Duyn

“  | We place too much emphasis on high-stakes testing. Educators do not have the time for enrichment activities and student achievement suffers as a result. We also agree that funding models for education has to change to provide more support for low-wealth, rural counties. There are study groups in the General Assembly looking at these issues and I am hopeful we will get bipartisan proposals in the upcoming short session.

Additionally, the Carolina Cares approach to Medicaid expansion enjoys broad, bipartisan support in the House. I believe that a similar bill, if introduced by a Republican, would see the same support in the Senate. It would be great if we could move forward together and provide health care for over 500,000 North Carolinians.[7]

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#### Bill Toole

“  | In the Democratic primary, all the lieutenant governor candidates agree they will support Gov. Cooper's agenda.[7] | ”

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#### Chaz Beasley

“  | Almost two years ago, someone drugged a young lady’s drink in my home county. She reported this to law enforcement, only to learn that there was nothing they could do. What happened to her fell into a loophole in our state’s laws. I committed to her that we would work to fix the laws that were blocking survivors’ access to justice.

As a result, I created a bipartisan coalition of legislators and community stakeholders. The result was a bill to modernize our sexual assault laws. A majority of members in the N.C. House - both Democrats and Republicans – agreed to cosponsor the bill. It passed the House unanimously.

I then worked with my Republican and Democratic colleagues in the legislature to combine our House bill with others to create a comprehensive sexual assault and child protection bill. We were able to pass this groundbreaking bill unanimously in the House and Senate. I was proud to stand behind the Governor as he signed the bill into law.

Several loopholes, including the consent and incapacitation loopholes, are no more.

This effort is an example of using bipartisan agreement to deliver positive change without compromising my values. I will continue to do so as lieutenant governor.[7]

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## Primaries in North Carolina

A primary election is an election in which registered voters select a candidate that they believe should be a political party's candidate for elected office to run in the general election. They are also used to choose convention delegates and party leaders. Primaries are state-level and local-level elections that take place prior to a general election. North Carolina utilizes a semi-closed primary system. Parties decide who may vote in their respective primaries. Voters may choose a primary ballot without impacting their unaffiliated status.[16][17][18][19]

## Runoff elections in North Carolina

In North Carolina, a primary election candidate for congressional, state, or county office must receive more than 30% of the vote to be declared the winner. If no candidate reaches this threshold, and if the second-place finisher requests a runoff, a runoff election is held.[20]

As of 2020, Democracy North Carolina stated the following:

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You may not vote in the Primary Runoff (also called the Second Primary) unless you were registered at the time of the original Primary, even if you didn’t vote in the Primary.

If you are registered as an Unaffiliated voter and want to vote in a partisan Primary, you can ask for a Republican, Democratic, Libertarian or Nonpartisan ballot. Your choice does not change your Unaffiliated status or obligate you to vote for a party’s candidates in the General Election. However, if there is a Primary Runoff, you can only participate in the Runoff of the same party that you selected in the original Primary."[21][7]

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## District election history

### 2016

See also: North Carolina Lieutenant Gubernatorial election, 2016

The general election for lieutenant governor was held on November 8, 2016.

Incumbent Dan Forest defeated Linda Coleman and Jacki Cole in the North Carolina lieutenant governor election.

North Carolina Lieutenant Governor, 2016

Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes
| Republican  |  Dan Forest Incumbent | 51.87% | 2,370,028
| Democratic  | Linda Coleman | 45.28% | 2,068,741
| Libertarian  | Jacki Cole | 2.85% | 130,236
Total Votes | 4,569,005
Source: ABC11

Click [show] at the right to view more past election results.

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### 2012

See also: North Carolina lieutenant gubernatorial election, 2012

Incumbent Walter Dalton (D) did not run for re-election. Dan Forest (R) defeated Linda Coleman (D) in the general election on November 6, 2012.

| Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina General Election, 2012

Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes
| Democratic  |  Linda Coleman  | 49.9% | 2,180,870
| Republican  | Dan Forest | 50.1% | 2,187,728
Total Votes | 4,368,598
Election results via NC State Board of Elections

### 2008

On November 4, 2008, Walter Dalton won election to the office of North Carolina Lieutenant Governor. He defeated Robert Pittenger (R) and Phillip Rhodes in the general election.

North Carolina Lieutenant Governor, 2008

Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes
| Democratic  | Walter Dalton | 51.1% | 2,133,058
| Republican  |  Robert Pittenger  | 45.9% | 1,915,012
| Libertarian  |  Phillip Rhodes  | 3% | 126,074
Total Votes | 4,174,144
Election results via North Carolina State Board of Elections.

### 2004

On November 2, 2004, Bev Perdue won re-election to the office of North Carolina Lieutenant Governor. She defeated Jim Snyder (R) and Christopher Cole (L) in the general election.

North Carolina Lieutenant Governor, 2004

Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes
| Democratic  | Bev Perdue Incumbent | 55.6% | 1,888,397
| Republican  |  Jim Snyder  | 42.8% | 1,453,705
| Libertarian  |  Christopher Cole  | 1.7% | 56,368
Total Votes | 3,398,470
Election results via North Carolina State Board of Elections (timed out).

### 2000

On November 7, 2000, Bev Perdue won election to the office of North Carolina Lieutenant Governor. She defeated Betsy Cochrane (R) and Catherine Carter (L) in the general election.

North Carolina Lieutenant Governor, 2000

Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes
| Democratic  | Bev Perdue | 52.3% | 1,500,206
| Republican  |  Betsy Cochrane  | 45.9% | 1,315,825
| Reform Party  |  Catherine Carter  | 1.8% | 50,352
Total Votes | 2,866,383
Election results via North Carolina State Board of Elections (timed out).

## See also

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## Footnotes

1. ↑ NCSL, "Primary Runoffs," accessed February 26, 2020
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Smoky Mountain News, "Van Duyn won't call for runoff in lieutenant governor election," March 10, 2020
3. ↑ Office of Lieutenant Governor Dan Forest, "Office of Lieutenant Governor," accessed February 27, 2020
4. ↑ Candidate Connection surveys completed before September 26, 2019, were not used to generate candidate profiles. In battleground primaries, Ballotpedia based its selection of noteworthy candidates on polling, fundraising, and noteworthy endorsements. In battleground general elections, all major party candidates and any other candidates with the potential to impact the outcome of the race were included.
5. ↑ 5.00 5.01 5.02 5.03 5.04 5.05 5.06 5.07 5.08 5.09 5.10 5.11 5.12 Terry Van Duyn 2020 campaign website, "News," accessed February 28, 2020
6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 Ronald L. Newton 2020 campaign website, "Message," accessed March 1, 2020
7. ↑ 7.00 7.01 7.02 7.03 7.04 7.05 7.06 7.07 7.08 7.09 7.10 7.11 7.12 7.13 7.14 7.15 7.16 7.17 7.18 7.19 7.20 7.21 7.22 7.23 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
8. ↑ Chaz Beasley 2020 campaign website, "Issues," accessed February 28, 2020
9. ↑ Yvonne Lewis Holley 2020 campaign website, "ALI," accessed March 1, 2020
10. ↑ Allen Thomas Jr. 2020 campaign website, "Platform," accessed March 1, 2020
11. ↑ Bill Toole 2020 campaign website, "Issues," accessed March 1, 2020
12. ↑ OpenSecrets.org, "Outside Spending," accessed September 22, 2015
13. ↑ OpenSecrets.org, "Total Outside Spending by Election Cycle, All Groups," accessed September 22, 2015
14. ↑ National Review.com, "Why the Media Hate Super PACs," November 6, 2015
15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 15.2 15.3 15.4 15.5 15.6 The Charlotte Observer, "What primary candidates for statewide office say they want to do for North Carolina," accessed February 26, 2020
16. ↑ National Conference of State Legislatures, "State Primary Election Types," accessed October 25, 2019
17. ↑ FairVote ,"Primaries," accessed October 25, 2019
18. ↑ Ballotpedia research conducted December 26, 2013, through January 3, 2014, researching and analyzing various state websites and codes.
19. ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "Election Information," accessed October 25, 2019
20. ↑ FindLaw, "North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 163A. Elections and Ethics Enforcement Act § 163A-984. Determination of primary results; second primaries," accessed September 11, 2019
21. ↑ NC-Voter, "Voting in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions," accessed July 10, 2020

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