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Charles Smith

State Representative,
North Carolina House District 44

Democrat

The proof:

Charles sponsored a bill that protects the right to contraception and requires UNC campuses to make emergency contraception available on every campus.

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What to do now:

Thank Charles for his support:

This legislator has consistently shown that they will protect abortion rights.

What to say:

Thank them for their consistency. Your support will encourage them to continue to vote this way, and may give them the confidence to become a stronger advocate of pro-choice legislation.

  • Introduce yourself, including your relation to the district.
  • Explain to them why abortion rights and access are important to you. (Personal stories work well here)
  • Thank them for their efforts, and encourage them to continue the fight.

Dive deeper:

The latest from Charles

Planned Parenthood Votes! South Atlantic endorsed this candidate.

Apr 25, 2024

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Voted Yes on H 190

Charles voted to pass a bill modifying provisions of the existing 12-week ban, including rules about in-person consent and when medication abortion can be used as a method.

Jun 27, 2023

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Voted No on S 20

Charles voted against a bill that bans abortions after the 12th week of pregnancy, with limited exceptions.

May 16, 2023

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Sponsored H 670

Charles sponsored a bill that protects the right to contraception and requires UNC campuses to make emergency contraception available on every campus.

Apr 18, 2023

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Sponsored H 19

Charles sponsored a bill codifying the right to have an abortion before viability, which was protected by Roe v. Wade and other cases before they were overturned by the Supreme Court.

Jan 25, 2023

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“By overturning Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court has stripped women of their right to an abortion under the Constitution, but abortion is still legal in North Carolina. Now, more than ever, it is critical that we elect people who will unequivocally protect reproductive freedoms.”

Jun 24, 2022

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