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Town Talk 10/7/20: Vance County Democratic Party ‘Excited’ About Recent Energy

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Marcia Allen, the acting chairperson of the Vance County Democratic Party, appeared on WIZS Town Talk Wednesday at 11 a.m.

Allen said she is “excited” about the energy coming through the Vance County Democratic headquarters located at 131 S. Garnett St. in Henderson and urged the public to visit or call (252) 204-2606 with questions or comments.

Before casting a ballot in this election, Allen said it is imperative that voters consider issues from “a people standpoint, not a personal standpoint.”

“You may not be impacted directly by Medicaid, food stamps or access to healthcare, but someone in your family or someone close to you will be impacted by these issues that are on the ballot,” stated Allen.

Allen continued, “It really boils down to the haves, and the have nots. The haves are trying to take everything and keep everything from the have nots. The Democratic Party is a party for the people, not just the haves but the haves and the have nots.”

Addressing absentee ballots, Allen reminded the public that those who initiate the absentee ballot request process and then decide to vote in-person must contact their local Board of Elections (BOE) office to void the mail-in process.

One-Stop Early Voting for the November 3, 2020 General Election will be available for Vance County voters October 15-31 at the Aycock Recreation Complex and Henderson Operation Center (click here for more details, including dates and times).

“Please go vote,” Allen encouraged. “There are a number of things on the ballot other than names that will impact us. We don’t want to wake up on November 4 and not have access to the liberties that we were accustomed to.”

To hear the interview with Allen in its entirety, go to WIZS.com and click on Town Talk.

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Marcia Allen – Vance County Board of Education District 7 Candidate

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Name: Marcia Lynnette Allen

Candidate For: Vance County Board of Education – District 7

Age: 52

Town of Residence: Henderson

Previous position(s) held: Department of Social Services Board of Directors

Degrees/Certifications Earned:   Bachelor of Arts – Psychology

 

What motivates you to want to become a Vance County Board of Education member?

I am running for office because I believe in education and the importance of ensuring that every student is allowed the opportunity to obtain the necessary tools that will enable him/her to successfully move into the next phase of life.

Running for this office allows me the opportunity to give back to the community and school system I grew up in and present myself as a mentor and role model for our most important onlookers, the student.

 

What do you see as the Board’s primary roles and responsibilities?

The Board’s primary roles and responsibilities are to ensure that every student is afforded the opportunity to receive an education. In receiving an education the students should be provided an environment that is safe and conducive to learning.

Additionally, the Board should include opportunities to prepare students for higher education and preparation for the workforce if not pursuing a college degree. Ideally, students in Vance County should be able to compete globally with their peers nationally and internationally.

 

What is your vision for the future of education in this community?

My vision for education is that every child succeeds in school. I believe there must be an aggressive action plan to improve school’s state performance grades so that each school is equipped to provide the curriculum for success readiness.

 

 What do you believe is the biggest challenge facing the Vance County Board of Education?

The biggest challenge is safety. The goal is to provide every student with an atmosphere that is safe and conducive to learning.

I believe that success is contingent upon the cooperation and unity of three factions of every student; parents/guardians, school and community.  It is my belief that each of these areas is critical to the firm foundation-building of each student.

 

How would you handle the request of individuals and special interest groups?

I would acknowledge the request and, if appropriate, refer them to the Superintendent, full Board or Community Public Affairs Specialist for a formal response, especially if it involves private information pertaining to a student, family or school personnel.

 

(WIZS News will be publishing a series of candidate question-and-answer articles in the days leading up to the May 8th primary here on WIZS.com.  Significant portions will be broadcast on WIZS Radio with equal time allotted for each candidate.)