Candidate Info Viewer (v6) - Wake County Democratic Party

Christine Kushner

Wake County Board of Commissioners At-Large

Candidate Statement:

County government is where we have the leverage to get things done, and my experience successfully fighting for community and inclusive values on the County level can make a difference now and in the years ahead. That's why I am running for Commissioner.

Since spring 2025, I have talked with voters, participated in community forums and events, talked with nonprofit leaders, and learned more about the operations of our county government. I have met with staff and elected officials at all levels of government to become a well-informed candidate and, hopefully, a better elected official. I have reached out to partners of the county to learn about their work and how they contribute to the county's priorities. I have made myself available in community events and neighborhood gatherings to listen and learn from our residents. My goal has been to become better informed and prepared to serve if voters give me this opportunity.

Direct Quote:

I have been a fierce and effective advocate for public education, health care access, and strong communities for more than three decades. I now want to add my voice and expertise to the Wake County Commission to expand access to health and social services, make housing more affordable, preserve our environment, and support our public school system.

Issues:

Unfunded Mandates and Underfunded Local Services

Federal and state leaders are making harmful and unsustainable policy choices that threaten the quality of life in Wake County. I will be an advocate for government services that help people thrive in our community. Innovation is needed for counties to work together regionally to solve our interconnected problems and acknowledge our shared goals. This is where State leadership and better state tax policies are especially needed, to solve regional and statewide issues with fairness and efficiencies.

Unfunded Mandates and Underfunded Local ServicesFederal and state leaders are making harmful and unsustainable policy choices that threaten the quality of life in Wake County. I will be an advocate for government services that help people thrive in our community. Innovation is needed for counties to work together regionally to solve our interconnected problems and acknowledge our shared goals. This is where State leadership and better state tax policies are especially needed, to solve regional and statewide issues with fairness and efficiencies.

Public Education and Youth

I will be an advocate for our public schools, educators, and students - particularly focusing on the behavioral and mental health needs of our students as well as health and human services that help us take care of each other. The State is not doing its constitutional duty to fund public schools, and County leaders have stood in those gaps. Our young people deserve great educational opportunities, from PreK to Community College. I will use my 11 years of experience on the Wake County Board of Education, together with my service on the Health and Human Services Board, to find better solutions.

Public Education and YouthI will be an advocate for our public schools, educators, and students - particularly focusing on the behavioral and mental health needs of our students as well as health and human services that help us take care of each other. The State is not doing its constitutional duty to fund public schools, and County leaders have stood in those gaps. Our young people deserve great educational opportunities, from PreK to Community College. I will use my 11 years of experience on the Wake County Board of Education, together with my service on the Health and Human Services Board, to find better solutions.

Housing Stability

The County leads local efforts to provide social supports and services to vulnerable people without stable housing and can find solutions to help families and residents have greater stability and safety. I will work to form collaborative relationships with municipal and nonprofit leaders to address the increase in homelessness and find ways to expand diverse and affordable housing options for residents. I also want to explore expanding property tax relief for residents on fixed incomes facing rising housing costs.

Housing StabilityThe County leads local efforts to provide social supports and services to vulnerable people without stable housing and can find solutions to help families and residents have greater stability and safety. I will work to form collaborative relationships with municipal and nonprofit leaders to address the increase in homelessness and find ways to expand diverse and affordable housing options for residents. I also want to explore expanding property tax relief for residents on fixed incomes facing rising housing costs.

Unfunded Mandates and Underfunded Local Services

Federal and state leaders are making harmful and unsustainable policy choices that threaten the quality of life in Wake County. I will be an advocate for government services that help people thrive in our community. Innovation is needed for counties to work together regionally to solve our interconnected problems and acknowledge our shared goals. This is where State leadership and better state tax policies are especially needed, to solve regional and statewide issues with fairness and efficiencies.

Unfunded Mandates and Underfunded Local ServicesFederal and state leaders are making harmful and unsustainable policy choices that threaten the quality of life in Wake County. I will be an advocate for government services that help people thrive in our community. Innovation is needed for counties to work together regionally to solve our interconnected problems and acknowledge our shared goals. This is where State leadership and better state tax policies are especially needed, to solve regional and statewide issues with fairness and efficiencies.

Public Education and Youth

I will be an advocate for our public schools, educators, and students - particularly focusing on the behavioral and mental health needs of our students as well as health and human services that help us take care of each other. The State is not doing its constitutional duty to fund public schools, and County leaders have stood in those gaps. Our young people deserve great educational opportunities, from PreK to Community College. I will use my 11 years of experience on the Wake County Board of Education, together with my service on the Health and Human Services Board, to find better solutions.

Public Education and YouthI will be an advocate for our public schools, educators, and students - particularly focusing on the behavioral and mental health needs of our students as well as health and human services that help us take care of each other. The State is not doing its constitutional duty to fund public schools, and County leaders have stood in those gaps. Our young people deserve great educational opportunities, from PreK to Community College. I will use my 11 years of experience on the Wake County Board of Education, together with my service on the Health and Human Services Board, to find better solutions.

Housing Stability

The County leads local efforts to provide social supports and services to vulnerable people without stable housing and can find solutions to help families and residents have greater stability and safety. I will work to form collaborative relationships with municipal and nonprofit leaders to address the increase in homelessness and find ways to expand diverse and affordable housing options for residents. I also want to explore expanding property tax relief for residents on fixed incomes facing rising housing costs.

Housing StabilityThe County leads local efforts to provide social supports and services to vulnerable people without stable housing and can find solutions to help families and residents have greater stability and safety. I will work to form collaborative relationships with municipal and nonprofit leaders to address the increase in homelessness and find ways to expand diverse and affordable housing options for residents. I also want to explore expanding property tax relief for residents on fixed incomes facing rising housing costs.

External Candidate Links:

Christine Kushner's Website