Nigel Bristow, candidate for US House District 9 in NC, answers our questions
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Candidates for US House District 9
Republican Rep. Richard Hudson is being challenged by Democrat Nigel Bristow and independent Shelane Etchison. District 9 covers Alamance, Hoke, Moore, Randolph and parts of Chatham, Cumberland and Guilford.. Get to know the 2024 candidates with our voter guide.
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Name: Nigel Bristow
District/seat: 9th Congressional District
Political party: Democrats
Age as of Nov. 5, 2024: 54
Campaign website: nigelbristowforcongress.com
Current occupation: Chief Probation/Parole Officer
Professional experience: Retired New York Police Department detective with 20 Years of service. Ten years teaching in the New York City Public School System. Thirteen Years with the N.C. Dept of Adult Correction. Chairman of several community based organizations.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
Please list any notable government or civic involvement. Chaiman of the Richmond County Local Reentry Council, New Horizons Life and Family Services, Ashley Chapel Community Center, Community Center Coalition of Richmond County.
What would be your top priority if elected?
Supporting working families.
How would you describe the state of the economy and what would you do to improve it?
The economy is in need of a boost. To improve it I would support working families by enacting legislation and providing funding to promote economic prosperity.
What should Congress do to ensure that it meets its deadline to fund the government?
Congress needs to work together across party lines and ensure that they work together to serve the interest of all people.
Will you certify the results of the presidential election?
Yes.
Is there an issue on which you disagree with your party? What is your position on that issue?
N/A.
This story was originally published October 3, 2024 at 12:39 PM with the headline "Nigel Bristow, candidate for US House District 9 in NC, answers our questions."
