Scott Nasiff

Scott Nasiff earned a bachelor's degree from Assumption University and a graduate degree from American University in Washington, D.C. His career experience includes being a small business owner.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My background is like most of yours; the middle class son of a small business owner and a public school teacher. As a husband and father of 3, as well as a small business owner, I have experienced the economic uncertainties that most people go through. Living across the country from Massachusetts to Arizona I’ve seen first hand that all of us face many of the same challenges. We are more similar than we are different. Making North Carolina my new home these last years has been a pleasure and now I want to give back. No one person can fix everything, but I believe we deserve better and I’m willing to do the work to fight for you.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Reinvest in Public Education – Currently NC is 50th in the nation in per student spending. Hundreds of millions of dollars in vouchers are being used to subsidize wealthy students who go to private and charter schools. Vouchers drain significant funds from poorer and more rural schools. These vouchers must end. We must reinvest in our public schools so that our teachers and students have the necessary tools and resources to be successful.Responsible Growth – Towns and cities must have a say

in how growth in their communities is regulated.

Developers must be required to pay impact fees. If they are going to build, then they must pay their fair share of the costs that come with new development. Approval of any building must take into consideration the impact it will have on roads, schools, fire, police, health, and the environment. We must hold developers fiscally responsible for their fair share of infrastructure costs. Also the Wetlands must be protected, clearcutting abolished, and open burns regulated. These practices all have detrimental effects on the environment and communities.People Deserve Access to Safe & Clean Drinking Water – People deserve to drink safe, clean water. For years forever chemicals have been dumped into the Cape Fear River polluting our drinking water, soil, ground water, and even the fish. This pollution must be addressed immediately because these chemicals cause cancer and developmental disabilities. We must hold those responsible liable for the cleanup.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Education, Healthcare, the Environment, Housing and Affordability issues are areas that I am interested in. I believe we should build a better future together.