Kristie Sluder and Julie Mayfield join WPVM for a dynamic and informative candidate forum.

Candidates Kristie Sluder and Julie Mayfield join WPVM for a candidate forum.

00:40 Introductions – Kristie Sluder followed by Julie Mayfield
06:50 What can NCLEG do to increase affordable housing?
11:49 Does Asheville have a crime problem and what should North Carolina General Assembly response be to that crime problem?
15:57 Sanctuary city issues.
17:57 Discussion on defunding police.and the Ryan Houston crime spree that ended in the death of two victims
22:50 What issues can you agree upon with your opposition?
27:30 What threats and opportunities does AI present to North Carolina, and what role can the North Carolina General Assembly play?
32:20 What can the North Carolina General Assembly do to help improve K through 12 education in North Carolina?
36:55 Voucher for private schools discussion; pros and cons.
54:40 What one good idea do you appreciate about your opposition?
58:10 Closing statements.

Highlights
📚 Emphasis on supporting public education and increasing teacher funding.
👩‍🏫 Addressing challenges such as high turnover rates among teachers.
⚖️ Discussion of the Leandro case and the state’s educational obligations.