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Mark Dutton

REPUBLICAN

Mark Dutton is running for North Carolina State Representative, District 78, Republican Primary.

Personal background

Mark Dutton is from Moore County, North Carolina. He has a bachelor�s degree in business administration from Appalachian State University. He and his wife have two sons. He is a member of First Baptist Church of Pinehurst.

Professional background

Mark is a retired wildlife major. He previously worked for the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission for 30 years, where he rose to the rank of major and assistant law enforcement director. He also served as North Carolina's state boating law administrator. He currently works as a part-time company police officer for FirstHealth Hospitals.

Political background

Mark Dutton is currently a Major in the North Carolina National Guard. He previously served as a wildlife law enforcement officer with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

Economy

Supports keeping decisions about schools, zoning, growth, and services in the hands of local leaders rather than state bureaucrats.

Believes in protecting municipal planning authority to enable responsible growth and community investment.

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Energy & the Environment

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Healthcare

Aims to strengthen local healthcare providers, reducing red tape, and ensuring timely care for families close to home.

Advocates for safe and respectful work environments for healthcare workers.

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Voting & Elections

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Public Safety

Prioritizes "common-sense approaches" for first responders.

Wants "tougher, consistent consequences" for repeat and predatory drug dealers.

Aims for "vigilant enforcement... and prevention efforts" to protect children from addictive and synthetic substances in schools.

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Education

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Foreign Policy and Immigration

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