Currently holds the office of U.S. House of Representatives - North Carolina 4th Congressional District until January 3, 2027.
Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - North Carolina 4th Congressional District in 2026 North Carolina Primary Election.
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Get StartedValerie believes that respecting women’s right to choose is paramount in respecting women. She believes that the federal government must codify Roe v. Wade to stop state legislatures from passing restrictive and archaic abortion laws. Learn more
In Congress, she supports the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, Ending Qualified Immunity Act, Justice for Incarcerated Moms, and programs that help low-income individuals have access to legal services. Learn more
Valerie supports a comprehensive reform of our criminal justice system, which would include decriminalizing the possession and use of marijuana for people over 21, ending cash bail, and strengthening anti-discrimination laws in our court systems. She sponsored legislation in the State Senate that aimed to emphasize the importance of law enforcement to keep our communities safe while also holding bad actors accountable. Learn more
In Congress, she is fighting to guarantee free, quality universal pre-K to prepare every child for day one of kindergarten and beyond. She has also introduced the Expanding Child Care Act to help address the child care shortage nationwide. Learn more
She is a supporter of the Green New Deal and a member of the Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition in Congress. Learn more
Valerie supports local gun buy-back programs, bans on high-capacity magazines, increased funding for mental health services, community violence intervention programs, hunter and gun safety education, and funding for more research. Learn more
Access to affordable, quality health care is a right which should be guaranteed to all Americans. Learn more
She supports programs that promote affordable housing, homeownership, and community development. Learn more
Valerie supports creating a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, ending privatized prisons, and reducing funding for ICE detention facilities and enforcement. Valerie has witnessed discrimination against Black and Brown communities, first hand and she’s always stood up to it. Learn more
She is a strong supporter of unions and union workers, broadening participation in the workforce, permanently expanding the Child Tax Credit, raising the federal minimum wage, and ensuring easy access to affordable credit for first-time homeowners and small business owners. Learn more
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