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Kay's Policy Priorities
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Budget and Economy
Senator Hagan believes that the country's rising debt is unsustainable and threatens America's ability to pursue our priorities and respond to crises.
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Education
Senator Hagan, a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, believes that a quality education is central to individual economic opportunity and sustained American prosperity. To compete in a global economy, our students must receive an education that will prepare them for the challenges that lie ahead of them.
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Energy
Senator Hagan believes that North Carolina can lead the nation in the new energy economy, and supports a comprehensive approach to meeting the energy challenges of the 21st century. Our current dependence on foreign oil and fossil fuels makes our nation less secure and leaves America less competitive in the global marketplace. With this in mind, Senator Hagan is working in the U.S. Senate to enhance American energy independence and create good-paying, clean energy jobs that cannot be outsourced.
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Environment
North Carolina's diverse natural resources are central to the state's economy and provide opportunities to hunt, fish and hike. Senator Hagan loves to explore North Carolina's great outdoors with her family and believes that protecting our natural environment is essential to supporting our state's economy.
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Ethics and Accountability
Senator Hagan is a strong believer that our government exists to serve the people, and as such the people are entitled to a government that is responsive, transparent, and accountable.
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Farming and Rural
Agriculture has been the bedrock of North Carolina’s culture and economy for generations. Senator Hagan will work to ensure that North Carolina’s strong agricultural tradition continues to thrive in the future...
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Health Care
In the U.S. Senate, Senator Hagan has focused on expanding affordable, quality health care access to North Carolinians and to all Americans.
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Middle Class
Senator Hagan has been a champion for the middle class throughout her career in public service. On issues such as college affordability, homeownership, responsible budgeting and tax code fairness, Senator Hagan believes it is critical that the middle class have a voice in Washington.
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Military
North Carolina is the most military-friendly state in the nation, and as a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Senator Hagan is working hard to keep it that way.
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Minorities/Women
Hailing from the city where the "Greensboro Four" altered the course of our nation's history forever, Senator Hagan promises to be a leader on issues such as...
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National Security, Afghanistan & Iraq
Senator Hagan believes we must remain focused on General Petraeus' goal of disrupting, dismantling, and defeating al Qaeda in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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Second Amendment
Obtaining a lifetime hunting license is a Hagan family tradition, and her husband is qualified to teach hunter safety...
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Seniors
In the U.S. Senate, Senator Hagan advocates on behalf of North Carolina’s 1.1 million seniors to ensure that they receive the respect and care they deserve in their retirement...
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Small Business
Senator Hagan, a member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, believes it is essential to create a better climate for small businesses to create jobs and grow.
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Trade
Senator Hagan believes that U.S. trade policy must be fair and accountable. It should be focused on creating growth and prosperity for all Americans -- especially middle class families....
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Veterans
Senator Hagan is deeply committed to keeping our promises to our veterans. She will continue working to ensure that our veterans receive the care and support they deserve.