North Carolina State Senate District 23

Campaign priorities & governance: “My name is Laura Pichardo, and I am honored to be running to represent NC State Senate District 23, which encompasses the wonderful people of Caswell, Person, and Orange Counties.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Public education & schools: “I believe that government should work for the people—not the other way around. Families deserve to keep more of what they earn, businesses need an environment where they can flourish, and every community within NC State Senate District 23 deserves access to quality healthcare, excellent schools, and safe neighborhoods.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Jobs, economy & workforce: “As an Accounts Payable Business Analyst with experience in both corporate America and small business, I have dedicated my career to solving financial challenges, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring responsible stewardship of taxpayer and business dollars. These same skills are essential in Raleigh as North Carolina faces rising costs, rapid growth, and increasing demands on state resources.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Healthcare & reproductive rights: “Reproductive healthcare is healthcare. Healthcare is a right (see above). Politicians have no business undermining that right. As our state senator, I will:” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Campaign priorities & governance: “North Carolinians with I/DD have a right to the resources they need to live independent lives and thrive in their home communities whenever possible, and to receive top-quality support wherever they reside. Here in North Carolina, we need to:” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Campaign priorities & governance: “Dramatically reduce the Registry of Unmet Needs waitlist so that more individuals with I/DD can receive support through the N.C. Innovations Waiver.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))