North Carolina — 5th District

The following are answers from Kyah Creekmore and Chuck Hubbard, the Democratic candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives District 5. Each candidate received the same questions on the same day. Candidates were given a maximum of 250 words for each answer. The answers are listed in the order the candidates appear on the ballot. To read the responses to all five questions, visit www.wataugademocrat.com.

Question: What makes you the best choice to represent District 5 in Washington?

KYAH CREEKMORE: District 5 needs representation from someone who lives with the consequences of federal policy. I come from a working-class family and will be directly affected by the legislation I pass, creating accountability rooted in lived experience. I will set a new standard of leadership that builds community power and strengthens resilience in times of crisis.

CHUCK HUBBARD: I’m the best choice to represent District 5 in Washington because I have intimate knowledge of this district and the issue…