Raymond Smith Jr.
Liberal
Democrat
N/A
North Carolina - District 3
Current Position: Former State Representative NC-21
Running For: House Representative
Policy Positions
Economic Policy
- For protecting and expanding Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and strengthening military-community partnerships
- For expanding support for military families, spouses, and children including housing affordability, childcare, spouse employment, and healthcare access
- For federal investments in broadband expansion and ensuring affordable internet access for rural and underserved communities
- For federal funding for infrastructure improvements including roads, water, sewer, and transportation systems
Business & Labor
- For expanding workforce development programs, apprenticeships, and skilled trades training in partnership with community colleges
- For increasing Small Business Administration access, federal procurement opportunities, and technical assistance for small and minority-owned businesses
- For supporting family farms through disaster assistance, fair markets, and agricultural policies
- For expanding research funding and innovation pipelines connecting universities to regional job creation
Health Care
- For strengthening rural healthcare access, telehealth services, and funding for rural health clinics
Environment
- For environmental stewardship and water protection investments that sustain farm families and rural communities
- For federal flood mitigation, stormwater management, and disaster preparedness investments
Civil Rights
- For improving veterans' access to VA healthcare, workforce training, mental health services, and housing assistance