Josh Stein Shares Priorities To Support Farmers, “Rallies for Unity and Progress” In Eastern North Carolina 

Following yesterday’s launch of Farmers For Stein in Greenville, local reports are highlighting Josh Stein’s plan to support farmers and why agricultural leaders are supporting Stein as North Carolina’s next Governor. 

Speaking to an audience of farmers and elected officials at the Pitt County Agriculture Center, Stein spoke of his commitment to “promoting North Carolina agriculture abroad and nationwide, addressing climate change and expanding public service loan forgiveness.” Stein emphasized that he “would look out for small farms, and that he wanted to “help create new markets for North Carolina’s agriculture.” 

Following the launch of Farmers For Stein, Josh Stein traveled to Kinston to listen to Lenoir County residents and rally them “for unity and progress.” City councilmember Chris Suggs introduced Stein, saying “For the last five and a half years, since being Attorney General, Stein has stayed in communication with me…He’s been a real champion for us.” 

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Neuse News: Stein rallies for unity and progress in gubernatorial bid

• On Thursday at Queen Street Deli, North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein, now a gubernatorial candidate, addressed a crowd on his visions and commitments for the state’s future. The event, highlighted by local dignitaries including Mayor Don Hardy and Councilmember Chris Suggs, underscored Stein’s focus on education, public health, and community engagement.

• Stein, in his address, passionately outlined the challenges and opportunities facing North Carolina, from the need to safeguard democracy and public education to addressing climate change and healthcare. “North Carolina is home to friendly and good people, always with a warm smile,” Stein began, painting a picture of a state rich in natural beauty and human resourcefulness. He then turned his attention to the current political climate, criticizing right-wing policies he views as detrimental to the state’s foundational values. 

• Stein’s speech also highlighted his accomplishments as Attorney General, particularly his efforts in combating the opioid crisis and ensuring justice for survivors of sexual assault. 

The Daily Reflector: Governor hopeful Stein works to rally farmer support in Greenville

• Promoting North Carolina agriculture abroad and nationwide, addressing climate change and expanding public service loan forgiveness are a few of the issues gubernatorial candidate Josh Stein said he wants to pursue for North Carolina farmers.

• “Agriculture is the No. 1 industry in North Carolina and I want to make sure our state government does everything we can to help our state’s farmers succeed,” said Stein, who currently serves as North Carolina Attorney General. “That is what ‘Farmers for North Carolina,’ is about, creating a group of farmers supporting the efforts of the campaign but also engaging with us and letting us know what are the challenges they are facing, what they need from the state to continue to thrive.”

• Agriculture reached a milestone in 2023 by having an economic impact of more than $100 billion in the state, he said. The agriculture sector employs 772,000 people. “North Carolina’s economy and people thank the farmers of North Carolina for their hard work on their behalf,” he said. “Agriculture is our backbone for a stronger state and we have to ensure it continues to flourish in North Carolina,” he said.

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