The Chronicle endorses Kamala Harris for President

More money in your pockets, ensuring affordable housing, building safer communities, a more united America As our nation and city stand at a crossroads, the Winston-Salem Chronicle proudly endorses Kamala Harris for president. As the oldest community newspaper in Winston-Salem, we are committed to advocating for leadership that champions progress, justice, and the common good. Kamala Harris embodies these values and offers a clear path to a brighter future. Vice President Harris understands that many people in our community, and communities like ours, do not have enough money in their pockets to meet their basic needs as Winston-Salem’s poverty rate remains higher than the state and national average. Her plans to increase the minimum wage, invest in job training, and expand access to affordable healthcare will provide essential support to working families. Her focus on economic equity will benefit the countless individuals striving for a better life in our community. In the realm of housing, Harris’s commitment to expanding affordable housing and strengthening renter protections addresses a critical need in Winston-Salem, where we lack over 15,000 housing units, according to a City of Winston-Salem housing study. Her policies aim to ensure that safe and affordable housing is within reach for...