Voter Guide

Robert Colon, candidate for US Senate

By Danielle Battaglia

Updated May 11, 2022 12:17 PM

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North Carolina candidates for US Senate

Sen. Richard Burr is not running for another term in 2022. Those running to replace him include Democrats James Carr Jr., Robert Colon, Alyssia Hammond, Constance (Lov) Johnson, Tobias LaGrone, B. K. Maginnis, Rett Newton, Marcus Williams, Greg Antoine, Cheri Beasley and Chrelle Booker; Republicans Marjorie Eastman, David Flaherty, Benjamin Griffiths, Kenneth Harper Jr., Charles Moss, Pat McCrory, Lichia Sibhatu, Debora Tshiovo, Mark Walker, Jen Banwart, Lee Brian, Leonard Bryant, Ted Budd and Drew Bulecza; and Libertarian

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Name: Robert Colon

Political party: Democratic

Age as of Nov. 8, 2022: 34

Have you run for elected office before? House of Representatives of the United States

Campaign website: robertcolonnc.com

Occupation: Volunteer

Education: Utility Management Certification, Water University

Please list highlights of your civic involvement: Eagle Scout, Governor’s Award for Volunteer Service.

What is your plan for limiting the effects of inflation?

Guarantee our engagement in a globalized economy.

What is the federal government’s role in controlling or ending the COVID-19 pandemic?

Enable economic leaders at the international level to keep working diligently and wisely.

What is the federal government’s role in combating the effects of climate change?

Here I note not directly touching upon this theme in my campaign, but I support the use of the natural sciences in the political field.

What is your plan for reducing violent crime?

Offer criminals an incentive and help to change their behavior.

What should happen if Roe v. Wade is overturned?

I view any such decision as dramatic, but I believe in the role of the Supreme Court.

Is there an area where you disagree with your party? Why?

I realize institutions are indispensable, but since no institution can replace human initiative, I give it greater emphasis.

What are your top issues? Pick up to three.

Government operations, criminal justice reform and war and peace

This story was originally published April 22, 2022 at 9:32 PM.

Danielle Battaglia

McClatchy DC

Danielle Battaglia is the congressional impact reporter for The News & Observer and The Charlotte Observer, leading coverage of the impact of North Carolina’s congressional delegation and the White House. Her career has spanned three North Carolina newsrooms where she has covered crime, courts and local, state and national politics. She has won two McClatchy President’s awards and numerous national and state awards for her work.