Rep. Valerie Foushee

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

I am a taxpaying citizen that was born and mostly raised in NC, to think that the US is not a laughingstock right now would be very wrong. My expectation as a law-abiding tax paying citizen that you uphold the oath you made to the constitution, no to the carpet bagger that will be in the office of

From a constituent in Durham, NC

Call to support Representative-Elect McBride against transphobic attacks

All members of Congress should show professionalism and respect to their colleagues. The new US House policy proposed by Nancy Mace and supported by Mike Johnson is a deliberate, mean-spirited attack on the human dignity of representative-elect Sarah McBride. As a US legislator, it is your duty to s

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

Release Gaetz Ethics Committee Report

The American public deserves transparency regarding allegations of misconduct by elected officials. As a representative body, the House Ethics Committee has a duty to release its report on the investigation into Congressman Matt Gaetz's alleged sexual misconduct and potential violations of trafficki

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

Vote No on HR 9495

The right to dissent is a cornerstone of our democracy and must be protected. I urge you to vote no on H.R. 9495, which would give the executive branch unchecked power to dismantle nonprofit organizations accused of providing "material support" to terrorist groups without due process. This vague def

From a constituent in Chapel Hill, NC

Vote NO on HR9594 to protect free speech

This legislation poses a grave threat to free speech and dissent by enabling the government to arbitrarily strip organizations of their tax-exempt status based on unsubstantiated allegations of "terrorist supporting" activities. The vague terminology and lack of due process protections mean any grou

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

It is concerning that Tulsi Gabbard has been chosen as the Director of National Intelligence given her apparent ties to Russia and other authoritarian regimes. Her past statements praising dictators like Bashar al-Assad and her frequent appearances on Russian state media raise serious doubts about h

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

Reconsider Kennedy's anti-science stance for HHS Secretary role

I feel compelled to express my grave concerns regarding the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the Secretary of Health and Human Services. His well-documented anti-vaccine rhetoric and promotion of unfounded conspiracy theories pose a significant threat to public health initiatives. Scientific

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

Safeguarding reproductive rights and protecting personal freedoms.

The anti-abortion movement is emboldened and determined to enact an aggressive agenda that would severely restrict reproductive rights, particularly access to abortion pills which currently account for two-thirds of abortions in the United States. Groups like Students for Life of America are pushing

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

The prospect of granting pardons to those involved in the January 6th attack on the US Capitol is highly concerning. This insurrection aimed to overturn a free and fair election, undermining the very foundations of American democracy. Shielding the rioters from accountability would send a dangerous

From a verified voter in Hillsborough, NC

Concerning cabinet nominations undermine governance, credibility

The administration's cabinet nominations raise alarming concerns. Matt Gaetz, currently under federal investigation, lacks credibility for any government role. Pete Hegseth and Kristi Noem promote dangerous conspiracy theories incompatible with public service. Tulsi Gabbard's ties to Russian propaga

From a constituent in Durham, NC

Reject Unqualified Defense Secretary Nominee With Sexual Assault Allegations

Based on the context provided, it is deeply concerning that Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, was investigated in 2017 over an alleged sexual assault. While the Monterey police did not file charges, the details of the incident involving "contusions to rig

From a verified voter in Holly Springs, NC

Do not allow recess appointments

As a constituent of 27526, I I am urging you to work with other senators to make sure the new Cabinet goes through a rigorous confirmation process and h as to be voted upon by the Senate. Do not allow the Cabinet to be appointed through recess appointments - checks and balances are necessary. Do t

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

Reject RFK Jr.'s dangerous anti-science HHS nomination

I am extremely concerned about President Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. RFK Jr. has embraced numerous baseless conspiracy theories and unscientific views, particularly regarding vaccines and autism. He has falsely claimed that vaccine

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

The nomination of Matt Gaetz as Attorney General is deeply concerning and unacceptable. Gaetz's controversial history, including facing a federal investigation over alleged sex crimes, raises serious doubts about his ability to lead the Department of Justice with integrity and impartiality. The Atto

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

Reject Trump's unilateral recess appointments undermining democratic norms

I strongly disagree with President Trump's intention to use recess appointments to bypass the constitutionally mandated advice and consent role of the Senate in confirming executive and judicial nominees. This would undermine vital checks and balances and the separation of powers that are fundamenta

From a verified voter in Chapel Hill, NC

ion. Thank you for your work in upholding this country. Please actively support the "No Kings Act" to protect this Democratic Republic and the Constitution that upholds it. This country needs unity not divis

From a verified voter in Durham, NC

Urgent Action Needed on Climate Change

Climate change is real, and it is the most pressing challenge facing our country and planet. With a new administration in office, immediate, bold action is more essential than ever to protect our communities and safeguard our future. As your constituent, I am gravely concerned about the escalating

From a constituent in Cary, NC

Oppose H.R. 9495

Please oppose H.R. 9495: “Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act”. This bill is disguised as a simple law to ensure swift action against companies and non profits that are involved with supporting terrorist organizations. On the surface this seems like a logical and easy bi

From a constituent in Chapel Hill, NC

Protect democracy from the coming dark days

With the victory of Trump as president, we are potentially entering into the end of American democratic rule and the United States will become a land of fascist dictatorship. As the darkness of Trumps’s dictatorship descends, you must promise the people of North Carolina who elected you that you wil