We believe that the best way to defend our home is to be prepared, and that North Carolina should have safeguards in place to protect from attacks and to be adequately prepared for natural disasters. This preparation should include the best technology and other appropriate tools for local and State law enforcement officials.

ENERGY POLICY: We recognize that a primary source of financial support for our Nation's enemies stems from our own dependence on foreign oil. We encourage the creation of a comprehensive energy policy - emphasizing the use of alternative fuel sources and energy efficiency - as a means of reducing our nation's dependence on foreign oil and depriving terrorists of their source of income.

HEALTH: We support vigilant protection of North Carolinians' health, and a registry of potentially deadly biological agents that could be used as weapons.

LAW ENFORCEMENT: We support law enforcement efforts to obtain additional resources for improved communication and better intelligence gathering. We also encourage better cooperation in sharing information, detaining suspects and alerting the public, within the framework of the Constitution.

PUBLIC INFORMATION: We believe that North Carolina residents have a right to know when their safety is threatened in order to make informed decisions about their safety. We encourage rapid alerts in case of danger, and full disclosure, when appropriate, in times of crisis.

PUBLIC SERVANTS: We also strongly support our men and women in uniform who protect our communities every day. We are proud of and thankful for our police and fire/rescue forces and other public servants.

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