Jeremy Wright

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Jeremy Wright is from Andrews, South Carolina. He has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Fayetteville State University and a master of divinity degree from United Theological Seminary. He lives with his three children in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

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Wright ran for city council in 2017 but did not win. After taking an eight-year hiatus from politics following that unsuccessful run, he is now ready to get back in the game.

Supports pursuing local employment to strengthen the workforce and establishing financial literacy programs to address systemic poverty.

Economy

Supports investing in parks and green spaces.

Supports making WiFi accessible in downtown and at-risk communities.

Public Services

Supports providing affordable housing and enhancing infrastructure development.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports expanding community policing efforts.

Public Safety

Supports improving public transportation and creating more bike lanes and sidewalks.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Supports developing financial literacy programs in schools.

Education

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