The Political Beat Candidate Guide: House of Representatives District 12
CHARLOTTE — District 12 includes Mecklenburg County in the United States House of Representatives.
Democratic candidate Alma Shealey Adams is running to maintain the spot she has held since 2014.
This year, Adams faces one other Democrat and two Republican candidates.
Adams is facing a primary challenge from Monaca Maye Williamson. The Republican candidates are Jack Codiga and Addul Ali.
What is your occupation? U.S. Representative, 12th District of North Carolina
Over the last year, we have heard terms like “affordability crisis” and concerns from the state about health care affordability. Do you think there is an “affordability crisis,” and if so, what should be done to solve it? Yes, there is a healthcare affordability crisis. I am a staunch and ardent supporter of the Affordable Care Act, which has brought lifesaving insurance coverage to millions, including hundreds of thousands in North Carolina’s 12th District. We must see the ACA tax credit restoration signed into law so we can…