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Val Applewhite
DEMOCRAT
Val Applewhite is running for North Carolina State Senator, District 19.
Personal background
Val Applewhite earned a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's in political science. She lives in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
Professional background
Val is the owner and real estate broker of Val Applewhite Real Estate And Consulting. She previously worked in the Information Assurance Directorate at the Air Force Pentagon Communications Agency. She served in the U.S. Air Force in intelligence and communications security for 20 years.
Political background
Val is currently a member of the North Carolina State Senate, representing District 19. She was first elected in 2022 and is in her second term. She previously served on the Fayetteville City Council. She served three terms from 2007 to 2013.
Economy
Said, "Instead of addressing our fiscal future responsibly, we’re heading toward a fiscal cliff. If my Republican colleagues have a plan to address the looming shortfalls, maybe they should share it with all of us. We need a transparent, collaborative budget process that ensures the long-term well-being of North Carolina."
Supported extension of Interstate 685.
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Public Safety
As of January 5, 2026, Val Applewhite’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Healthcare
Supports abortion access and said, "I supported the previous 20-week limit, which allowed for exceptions in cases of rape, incest and when a woman’s life is at risk based on medical advice. The 12-week limit is far too restrictive and does not account for the complexities of pregnancy and the real-life situations that women face."
Supports Medicaid.
Supported legalization of medical marijuana, particularly for disabled veterans dealing with chronic pain.
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Education
Opposes the Opportunity Scholarship program (school vouchers), which provides funding for families to attend private schools, believing it diverts funds from public schools.
Supports fully funding the Leandro decision, which provides equitable access to education for all students.
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Energy & the Environment
As a member of the North Carolina State Senate, sponsored bills to provide clean water for residents affected by PFAS contamination.
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Foreign Policy and Immigration
As of January 5, 2026, Val Applewhite’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Voting & Elections
Supports eliminating gerrymandering, being a plaintiff for the Supreme Court case Covington v. North Carolina.
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