Damiko Faulkner
Damiko Faulkner was a Democratic candidate for District 4 representative on the Charlotte City Council in North Carolina. Faulkner was defeated in the primary election on September 12, 2017.
Biography
Faulkner is from Charlotte, North Carolina, and attended West Charlotte Senior High School. He received a bachelor's degree in mass communication from Winston Salem State University in 2001, a Master of Arts with a concentration in professional communication from East Tennessee State University in 2003, and Master of Divinity from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in 2008. His professional experience includes serving as the pastor of Ben Salem Presbyterian Church.[1]
Elections
2017
The city of Charlotte, North Carolina, held elections for mayor and city council on November 7, 2017. A primary was held on September 12, 2017. A primary runoff was held on October 10, 2017, for the district 5 race. A candidate needed to receive over 40% of the vote in order to avoid a runoff election. All 11 seats on the city council were up for election. The filing deadline for candidates who wished to run in this election was July 21, 2017.
Incumbent Greg Phipps defeated Priscilla Johnson, Damiko Faulkner, and Wil Russell in the Charlotte City Council District 4 Democratic primary election.[2]
| Charlotte City Council, District 4 Democratic Primary Election, 2017 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 Greg Phipps Incumbent |
40.32% | 1,879 |
| Priscilla Johnson | 29.44% | 1,372 |
| Damiko Faulkner | 19.12% | 891 |
| Wil Russell | 11.12% | 518 |
| Total Votes | 4,660 | |
| Source: North Carolina State Board of Elections, "Official Primary Election Results," accessed September 18, 2017 | ||
Campaign themes
2017
Faulkner's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[3]
Economic opportunities
- Excerpt: "We need to be intentional about preparing people through career training, job creation, and job placement. I support a living wage and helping small businesses thrive. Small businesses can play a vital role in our city by decreasing unemployment and stimulating growth in our local and global economies. It is important to recognize how significant these contributions are to economic mobility for our citizens."
Family stability
- Excerpt: "I aspire to discover, develop, and strengthen resources. I support The Family as we see it. The Family is the pillar for change."
Public safety
- Excerpt: "With a son of my own, I want all of our children to grow up in a safe environment that promotes community wellness and connection. I want to emphasize that we all deserve to live in a safe environment and feel that our families are secure."
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See also
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External links
- City of Charlotte, "City Council"
- Campaign website
- Social media
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