A court that reflects our values.

Accountability matters. It’s how we keep each other safe, repair harm (whether that harm is of a civil or criminal nature), and build trust.

I’m running because Durham deserves jurists who put the community first, not special interests. Trust should not be optional in our justice system, and you should not have to wonder whose voice a candidate will listen to after the election.

I am keeping this campaign simple and honest. I am not taking money from corporate PACs, dark money groups, or organizations looking for political favors. And with so many families being pushed out of their neighborhoods, I will not accept corporate real estate contributions.

This campaign is community-centered and community focused. A healthy judiciary is held accountable by a community that cares about fairness, safety, and a justice system that works for everyone.

Accountability without compassion has led to disproportionate outcomes for low-income, Black and Brown communities. I believe people should take responsibility for their mistakes, but I also believe in recognizing the humanity and lived experiences of every person who comes before the court.

During my time as a juvenile prosecutor, I worked closely with juvenile defenders, court counselors and service providers to address the root causes of the behavior that brought young people into the system, while ensuring they had the tools and support needed to move forward in a healthier direction.

There is also a place for accountability on the civil side of the law. I have seen how contract disputes and challenges to state and federal law can shape a person’s stability, financial security and future opportunities. Fairness in these cases requires clear application of the law, attention to the facts and an appreciation for the real impact decisions have on people’s lives and livelihoods.

As a judge, my approach would remain consistent: pair accountability with compassion, address the underlying issues that lead people into our courts, and apply both criminal and civil law principles with fairness, integrity and a commitment to justice for every person.

My commitment to justice comes from my sincere love for Durham and the people who make it home. When I step into a courtroom, I don’t just see plaintiffs, victims, or defendants. I see my neighbors, church members, teachers, and friends.

Throughout my work as a Felony Prosecutor, Agency Counsel and Special Deputy Attorney General, I have supported victims, advocated for eliminating laws that criminalize poverty, protected state commerce, honored the rights of the accused, and upheld the law with integrity.

I will bring a community-centered approach to the bench. Every person deserves dignity, respect, and the knowledge that their position was heard and considered, even if it does not prevail.