Kay Hagen

Kay Hagen is running for the U.S. Senate in North Carolina against antichoice Republican incumbent Elizabeth Dole.

Background:
Hagen is serving her fifth term as a member of the North Carolina State Senate representing the 27th district. She is Vice Chair of the Budget Committee. Hagen was named one of North Carolina’s “Ten Most Effective Legislators.” She was very involved in her community with the United Way, the National Conference for Community and Justice and school activities. Hagen graduated from Florida State University and Wake Forest University Law School.

Positions on Key Issues:

• Supports: Reproductive Rights, SCHIP, Increased Teacher Pay, Investment in Classroom Technology
• Opposes: Iraq war

Supported By:

• Feminist Majority
• Gov. Mike Easley
• Sen. Charles Schumer, Chair of DSCC
• NOW PAC
• Emily's List
• Hill PAC

Primary:
Hagen faces Jim Neal, an investment banker and John Ross Hendrix, a graphic artist, in the May 6th primary. She is favored to win the primary.

Prospects:
Hagan is leading in the polls.

Website:
www.kayhagen.com