Candidate Info Viewer (v6) - Wake County Democratic Party

Paul Barringer

US House of Representatives District 13

Candidate Statement:

I'm a health care and public policy leader with a track record of solving tough problems, building coalitions, and delivering results - without insults or drama. Throughout my career, I've worked at the intersection of health care, law, technology, and government to make programs work better for the people they serve - by improving operations and results through smarter systems, greater accountability, and adoption of innovative technology.

I grew up on a farm in Lee County and manage my family's tree farming operation. In addition, I work as a healthcare consultant and as a lawyer representing individuals with disabilities pro bono in seeking benefits from the Social Security Administration.

I'm a product of Lee County public schools, as well as Davidson College, UNC law school, and the School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University. I'm an Eagle Scout, endurance athlete, Appalachian Trail thru-hiker, and father (of Hugh & Hope) and husband (to Marcea). I have taught Sunday School for 20 years and was a Boy Scout Leader for 10 years.

I'm running to bring common sense and constitutional values back to Washington-and to walk alongside the people of North Carolina's 13th District every step of the way. My campaign is about listening first. I'll be walking the district-literally-and continuing to build support for the idea that America's strength comes from the ground up, not the top down.

Direct Quote:

I'm running for US Congress to put the people of District 13 first - ahead of any big corporations, partisan agenda, or the DC establishment.

Issues:

Affordable Healthcare

I believe every American should have access to affordable, quality healthcare. We need practical, long-term reforms that can bring down costs over time while ensuring that no one is left behind. A big part of the problem is unnecessary and duplicative treatments, along with administrative inefficiencies and wasteful spending, which we can address through smart regulation and market-driven solutions. The reason we have programs like Medicare and Medicaid in the first place is because the market fails to cover the needs of seniors, low-income families, and those with disabilities. It's our responsibility to continue supporting these vital programs to ensure these individuals can get the care t

Affordable HealthcareI believe every American should have access to affordable, quality healthcare. We need practical, long-term reforms that can bring down costs over time while ensuring that no one is left behind. A big part of the problem is unnecessary and duplicative treatments, along with administrative inefficiencies and wasteful spending, which we can address through smart regulation and market-driven solutions. The reason we have programs like Medicare and Medicaid in the first place is because the market fails to cover the needs of seniors, low-income families, and those with disabilities. It's our responsibility to continue supporting these vital programs to ensure these individuals can get the care t

Strong Foreign Policy

I believe in strengthening our relationships with our allies and partners around the world, based on mutual respect, shared values, and free, fair trade. Our economy and security depend on strong ties with like-minded democracies. However, we must be clear: while we pursue cooperation and diplomacy with our friends, we should not compromise our principles. We should not cozy up to dictatorships or authoritarian regimes that undermine human rights, freedom, and the rule of law. America's role in the world should reflect our values of democracy and justice, and we should lead by example, not by appeasement.

Strong Foreign PolicyI believe in strengthening our relationships with our allies and partners around the world, based on mutual respect, shared values, and free, fair trade. Our economy and security depend on strong ties with like-minded democracies. However, we must be clear: while we pursue cooperation and diplomacy with our friends, we should not compromise our principles. We should not cozy up to dictatorships or authoritarian regimes that undermine human rights, freedom, and the rule of law. America's role in the world should reflect our values of democracy and justice, and we should lead by example, not by appeasement.

Fair, Secure Immigration

I believe in a secure border and a fair, legal immigration system. We can-and must-do both. For too long, both parties have used immigration as a political football instead of coming together to solve real problems. Border security is a basic function of government, and we need smart, effective enforcement to stop illegal crossings, drug trafficking, and exploitation. At the same time, we need to modernize our legal immigration system to meet workforce needs-especially in agriculture, health care, and tech-and to ensure people who play by the rules have a clear path forward.

Fair, Secure ImmigrationI believe in a secure border and a fair, legal immigration system. We can-and must-do both. For too long, both parties have used immigration as a political football instead of coming together to solve real problems. Border security is a basic function of government, and we need smart, effective enforcement to stop illegal crossings, drug trafficking, and exploitation. At the same time, we need to modernize our legal immigration system to meet workforce needs-especially in agriculture, health care, and tech-and to ensure people who play by the rules have a clear path forward.

Affordable Healthcare

I believe every American should have access to affordable, quality healthcare. We need practical, long-term reforms that can bring down costs over time while ensuring that no one is left behind. A big part of the problem is unnecessary and duplicative treatments, along with administrative inefficiencies and wasteful spending, which we can address through smart regulation and market-driven solutions. The reason we have programs like Medicare and Medicaid in the first place is because the market fails to cover the needs of seniors, low-income families, and those with disabilities. It's our responsibility to continue supporting these vital programs to ensure these individuals can get the care t

Affordable HealthcareI believe every American should have access to affordable, quality healthcare. We need practical, long-term reforms that can bring down costs over time while ensuring that no one is left behind. A big part of the problem is unnecessary and duplicative treatments, along with administrative inefficiencies and wasteful spending, which we can address through smart regulation and market-driven solutions. The reason we have programs like Medicare and Medicaid in the first place is because the market fails to cover the needs of seniors, low-income families, and those with disabilities. It's our responsibility to continue supporting these vital programs to ensure these individuals can get the care t

Strong Foreign Policy

I believe in strengthening our relationships with our allies and partners around the world, based on mutual respect, shared values, and free, fair trade. Our economy and security depend on strong ties with like-minded democracies. However, we must be clear: while we pursue cooperation and diplomacy with our friends, we should not compromise our principles. We should not cozy up to dictatorships or authoritarian regimes that undermine human rights, freedom, and the rule of law. America's role in the world should reflect our values of democracy and justice, and we should lead by example, not by appeasement.

Strong Foreign PolicyI believe in strengthening our relationships with our allies and partners around the world, based on mutual respect, shared values, and free, fair trade. Our economy and security depend on strong ties with like-minded democracies. However, we must be clear: while we pursue cooperation and diplomacy with our friends, we should not compromise our principles. We should not cozy up to dictatorships or authoritarian regimes that undermine human rights, freedom, and the rule of law. America's role in the world should reflect our values of democracy and justice, and we should lead by example, not by appeasement.

Fair, Secure Immigration

I believe in a secure border and a fair, legal immigration system. We can-and must-do both. For too long, both parties have used immigration as a political football instead of coming together to solve real problems. Border security is a basic function of government, and we need smart, effective enforcement to stop illegal crossings, drug trafficking, and exploitation. At the same time, we need to modernize our legal immigration system to meet workforce needs-especially in agriculture, health care, and tech-and to ensure people who play by the rules have a clear path forward.

Fair, Secure ImmigrationI believe in a secure border and a fair, legal immigration system. We can-and must-do both. For too long, both parties have used immigration as a political football instead of coming together to solve real problems. Border security is a basic function of government, and we need smart, effective enforcement to stop illegal crossings, drug trafficking, and exploitation. At the same time, we need to modernize our legal immigration system to meet workforce needs-especially in agriculture, health care, and tech-and to ensure people who play by the rules have a clear path forward.

External Candidate Links:

Paul Barringer's Website