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Dave Plyler studied political science at Winston-Salem University. He also studied political policy at Guilford College. He attended Greensboro High School. 

Dave Plyler is an air force veteran, former news director, and radio broadcaster for WCOG and WSJS. 

Dave Plyler is the current County Commissioner in Forsyth County. He has been in this position for 29 years. He was first elected for this position in 1994. 

As of January 31, 2024, Dave Plyler did not have a website or any information online.

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Facebook - County Commissioner Chair Dave Plyler talks about getting vaccinated for COVID-19 and why we should continue to practice the 3Ws

Supports Covid vaccination and social distancing. 

- Supports Covid vaccination and social distancing. 

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Dave Plyler

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As of February 12, 2024, Gloria D. Whisenhunt did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

Gloria D. Whisenhunt is currently county commissioner in Forsyth County. She was first elected in 1996 and has served six terms.

As of January 31, 2024, Gloria D. Whisenhunt did not have a website or any information online.

Gloria D. Whisenhunt

Clemmons Courier, Your Neighbor: Meet Gray Wilson

Gray has a Bachelor's degree from Davidson College and a JD from Duke University's School of Law. He is married and has six children.

As of February 12, 2024, Gray Wilson did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

As of January 31, 2024, Gray Wilson did not have a website or any information online.

Wants to address the "education gap" created by the COVID pandemic.

- Wants to address the "education gap" created by the COVID pandemic.

Said, "It is the mission and duty of the commissioners to provide the leadership and stewardship necessary to keep Forsyth County safe, productive and welcome to those who choose to live among us."

- Said, "It is the mission and duty of the commissioners to provide the leadership and stewardship necessary to keep Forsyth County safe, productive and welcome to those who choose to live among us."

Gray Wilson

Ralf E. Walters graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale with e bachelors degree in journalism. He also received a masters degree in Public Affairs from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. 

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Ralf E. Walters is a small business owner of Walters and Associates, a financial consulting firm in North Carolina. He also has experience as an editor, writer, and assistant editor for travel magazines.

This is Ralf E. Walters' first entry into politics. 

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Said, "generational dependence on failed social service programs through government agencies robs people of hope and dignity. "

Opposes the government funding Planned Parenthood.

- Said, "generational dependence on failed social service programs through government agencies robs people of hope and dignity. "
- Opposes the government funding Planned Parenthood.

Supports reducing the federal deficit by introducing term limits for politicians. 

Believes that "Social Security funds should be put into a restricted fund. The fund would not be available to Congress to balance the federal budget. Ideally, a restricted Social Security fund... would earn daily interest..."

Said, "A balanced budget is the duty of all local and state governments... I support a Balanced Budget Amendment to force the federal government to get its house in order." 

Supports cutting government spending on "social welfare, pork barrel projects, wasteful defense spending and unnecessary marketplace subsidies."

Said, "I strongly believe capitalism is the best economic system for stimulating growth and sustained prosperity. A free marketplace of ideas and inventions offer unparalleled opportunities and rewards..."

Supports the right to private property, and believes that it is an important part of a successful economic system. 

Opposes the government paying for student loan relief. 

- Supports reducing the federal deficit by introducing term limits for politicians. 
- Believes that "Social Security funds should be put into a restricted fund. The fund would not be available to Congress to balance the federal budget. Ideally, a restricted Social Security fund... would earn daily interest..."
- Said, "A balanced budget is the duty of all local and state governments... I support a Balanced Budget Amendment to force the federal government to get its house in order." 
- Supports cutting government spending on "social welfare, pork barrel projects, wasteful defense spending and unnecessary marketplace subsidies."
- Said, "I strongly believe capitalism is the best economic system for stimulating growth and sustained prosperity. A free marketplace of ideas and inventions offer unparalleled opportunities and rewards..."
- Supports the right to private property, and believes that it is an important part of a successful economic system. 
- Opposes the government paying for student loan relief. 

Opposes providing guaranteed public education through college if funded by taxpayers. 

- Opposes providing guaranteed public education through college if funded by taxpayers. 

Supports thorough background checks for immigrants from nations recognized as "hotbeds of radical Islam" and deportation of individuals who have overstayed their visas, to ensure domestic security. 

Supports mandatory minimum sentencing for violent crimes.

Believes, "the Second Amendment was put in place to protect the First Amendment. We need better mental healthcare intervention for those who display violent tendencies."

Believes that "militant racism is a dangerous threat to our domestic security."

- Supports thorough background checks for immigrants from nations recognized as "hotbeds of radical Islam" and deportation of individuals who have overstayed their visas, to ensure domestic security. 
- Supports mandatory minimum sentencing for violent crimes.
- Believes, "the Second Amendment was put in place to protect the First Amendment. We need better mental healthcare intervention for those who display violent tendencies."
- Believes that "militant racism is a dangerous threat to our domestic security."

As of January 31, 2024, Ralf E. Walters did not have a website or any information online.

Ralf E. Walters

Richard attended East Forsyth High School. He has two children.

Richard Linville is a member of the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners in North Carolina, representing District B. He assumed office in 1980. 

As of January 31, 2024, Richard V. Linville did not have a website or any information online.

Richard V. Linville

Terri is a mother of five and grandmother of ten, and lives with her spouse. She is a passionate community activist.

Terri was previously an MV1 Brand Specialist at Flow Automotive Companies and is currently a sales associate at Flow Honda of Winston Salem.

Terri's campaign for county commissioner is her first entry into politics.

As of January 31, 2024, Terri Mrazek’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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The candidate's website says, "Low Taxes, Strong Economy"

The candidate's website says, "Ronald Reagan said it best: "Government does not solve our problems, it subsidizes them." Terri supports low taxes and a strong economy for Forsyth County. Public assistance should be reserved for those who are in need."

Supports low taxes and a strong economy, stating that "public assistance should be reserved for those who are in need."

- Supports low taxes and a strong economy, stating that "public assistance should be reserved for those who are in need."

The candidate's website says, "Parents know what is best for their kids. Terri is a firm proponent of school choice. Our kids should only get the best education."

Says, "Parents know what is best for their kids. Terri is a firm proponent of school choice. Our kids should only get the best education."

- Says, "Parents know what is best for their kids. Terri is a firm proponent of school choice. Our kids should only get the best education."

The candidate's website says, "Crime is soaring across the country. Terri will never support any plan to defund the police."

Opposes decreased funding for law enforcement.

- Opposes decreased funding for law enforcement.

Terri Mrazek

- County Commissioners create and pass laws at the county-level. These laws show up in very tangible ways, such as determining how much you pay property and sales tax rates, public transportation, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners are responsible for preparing and passing the county budget. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, repairing roads, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
- County Commissioners can create, change, or abolish offices, positions, departments that are not required by law. 
- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms, with no term limits. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.

Creates new laws and passes the budget for your county.

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