Woodson Bradley
Woodson Bradley | |
|---|---|
| Member of the North Carolina Senate from the 42nd district | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Rachel Hunt |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 5, 1973 |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Hollins University |
Woodson Bradley (born February 5, 1973) is an American politician serving as a member-elect of the North Carolina State Senate for the 42nd district. She has worked as a teacher, in sales for Fortune Hi-Tech Marketing, and as a real estate agent.
Early life
[edit]Woodson Bradley was born on February 5, 1973.[1] She earned a Bachelor’s degree from Hollins University.[1] After graduation, Bradley taught abroad for one year.[1]
Career
[edit]For twelve years, Bradley worked in sales for Fortune Hi-Tech Marketing, a company that sold health and beauty products as well as services like Dish Network.[2] She attained the position of Platinum Sales Manager and participated in promotional activities for the company. In 2013, Fortune Hi-Tech Marketing was shut down by the Federal Trade Commission, which deemed it an illegal pyramid scheme.[2][3] Bradley later transitioned to a career in real estate and was a realtor as of 2024.[1]
During the 2024 North Carolina Senate election, Bradley ran as the Democratic candidate for the 42nd district.[1] Her campaign addressed issues such as abortion rights, public education, the cost of living, and public safety.[1] She opposed North Carolina's abortion ban after 12 weeks and expressed support for restoring protections aligned with Roe v. Wade.[1] Bradley's opponent in the race was Stacie McGinn, a Republican and former attorney for the North Carolina Republican Party.[1] The seat, covering parts of Mecklenburg County, was previously held by Rachel Hunt, a Democrat running in the lieutenant gubernatorial election.[1] Mecklenburg County certified the final vote counts on November 15, showing Bradley leading McGinn by 204 votes out of 124,334 cast, a margin of 0.16 percent.[4] McGinn requested a recount.[4]
Personal life
[edit]Bradley is a survivor of domestic violence and sexual assault.[1] She is a mother.[1]
Bradley has been involved in community organizations, including Safe Alliance, the Rotary Club of Charlotte, and the Mecklenburg County Domestic Violence Speakers Bureau. She has volunteered for the Special Olympics of North Carolina, Charlotte Rescue Mission, and Classroom Central.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Ramsey, Mary (October 17, 2024). "Woodson Bradley, Democratic NC Senate District 42 candidate, answers our questions". The Charlotte Observer. Retrieved 2024-11-22.
- ^ a b Harrison, Steve (2024-10-29). "Democrat's role in 'pyramid scheme' company part of key Mecklenburg state Senate race". WFAE. Retrieved 2024-11-22.
- ^ Rhoney, Dylan (October 22, 2024). "Three Mecklenburg County women could be key to breaking the GOP supermajority in the General Assembly". Cardinal & Pine. Courier Newsroom. Retrieved 2024-11-22.
- ^ a b Johncox, Cassidy (2024-11-18). "GOP candidate requests recount for North Carolina senate seat in Mecklenburg County". WBTV. Retrieved 2024-11-22.
- 1973 births
- Living people
- Hollins University alumni
- 20th-century American women educators
- Schoolteachers from North Carolina
- 21st-century American businesswomen
- Businesspeople from North Carolina
- People from Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
- American real estate brokers
- 21st-century North Carolina politicians
- 21st-century American legislators
- 21st-century American women politicians
- Democratic Party North Carolina state senators
- Women state legislators in North Carolina
- American victims of crime