David Dotson

Where they are running

• Local offices on the North Carolina ballot
• North Carolina

Also running

• Surluta B. Anthony Democratic

Where they stand

Public safety: Dotson supports a community-centered public-safety strategy modeled on Project Safe Neighborhoods that brings together law enforcement, prosecutors, community leaders, and service providers to reduce violent crime.

Crime enforcement: Dotson supports MPD-prosecutor collaboration to focus resources on prosecuting repeat offenders and crimes in neighborhoods with long-term crime issues.

Community policing: He supports continued collaboration between police, faith-based leaders, and community leaders to strengthen trust and communication.