Democratic Ballot: NC House of Representatives District 37

This episode breaks down the Democratic primary for North Carolina House District 37, where Winn Decker, Ralph Clements, and Marcus Gadson are competing to face Republican incumbent Erin Paré in November.Decker leans on his bipartisan policy experience and coordinated planning, focusing on housing, infrastructure, and schools to keep pace with Wake County’s growth. Clements emphasizes consumer protections, fair utilities, and stronger public investments, including competitive teacher pay and universal school meals. Gadson centers on direct tax relief, expanding housing supply, and broader structural reforms, including changes to judicial elections.We also explore how each candidate approaches healthcare, climate resilience, public safety, and democratic safeguards like redistricting. Whether your priority is school funding, affordability, or systemic reform, this episode helps you understand which candidate’s approach aligns with your values.NC House of Representatives District 37 CandidatesWinn Decker: Campaign Finance ReportFacebook/Instagram/[email protected] Clements: Campaign Finance ReportFacebook/Instagram/Bluesky/[email protected] Gadson: Campaign Finance ReportFacebook/Instagram/X/[email protected] 2026 Voters' Guide for Southern Wake CountyVoter Information (Register, Am I Registered?, Election Information) Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) Election Information (Absentee by Mail Voting, Early Voting, Election Day Voting) Closest Early Voting Locations February 12-28WE Hunt Recreation Center-Holly SpringsHilltop Needmore Town Park Clubhouse-Fuquay VarinaELECTION DAYTuesday, March 3 from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email [email protected].  Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!