North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson won the Republican nomination on Super Tuesday and is hoping to make history by becoming the state’s first black governor, speaking to enthusiastic supporters in his victory speech late Tuesday night. he said.
Robinson praised his team in his victory speech and celebrated his own “underdog” story, likening it to North Carolina’s own.
“We stand for what we believe in, who we are, and our story, because our story is a great story,” Robinson said at a victory party in Greensboro. “Our story is a story deeply rooted in North Carolina. It’s a North Carolina story. It’s a story about being underdog. It’s a story about people who had to go back, it’s a story about people who had to overcome.” North Carolina Like the state itself, we must overcome obstacles to see better days. ”
He continued, “But like North Carolina itself, we’ve been through it to see better days, and we’re standing on this stage now, ready to move forward. And I’m ready to move forward towards that better day. And I wouldn’t be right.” If I didn’t give any credit for my accomplishments right now, it would be to none other than my beautiful wife, Yolanda, who is standing on stage with me. , who I believe has contributed the most to my success. ”
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North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson speaks at an election night event in Greensboro, North Carolina, Tuesday, March 5, 2024. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Robinson received support over the weekend from former President Donald Trump, who called him “Martin Luther King Jr. on steroids,” but also thanked his supporters for their work and dedication.
“We are forever grateful to Jesus Christ for giving us life, health, strength, and allowing us to live in such a blessed and rich land. It’s a day of hard work, not just by me and my team and my campaign staff, but by all the people across the state who believe in us, believe in our message, believe in our vision, and want to see North Carolina. “We took the steps in the right direction and put in the effort necessary to get through this primary,” he said.
Robinson added, “Everyone who knows me knows who I am. I’m a person who has a deep love for North Carolina State. Why? From when I was a poor kid growing up here in Greensboro, to when I was a young man in the U.S. military, to when I was a young father struggling to provide for my family to this very moment. Standing on stage as the Republican candidate for governor of a great state.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson, North Carolina’s lieutenant governor, speaks at an election night event in Greensboro, North Carolina, Tuesday, March 5, 2024. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
“This state has been much better to me,” the Republican candidate continued. “Now is the time to repay the debt I owe to this great nation and its people. As I look out at this group of people standing before me, or standing before me, I am reminded of the struggle. And I see what success represents.” North Carolina. “
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“We are here for you. We understand you. I know the state. I know the circumstances of the battle and the federal policies that led to it. And I’m here for the people of North Carolina,” he concluded.
On Tuesday, Robinson defeated state Treasurer Dale Falwell and trial lawyer Bill Graham to win the Republican nomination.
Robinson will face Democratic candidate Josh Stein, who also won the party’s nomination on Tuesday, to replace term-limited Gov. Roy Cooper in the November general election.
Democratic North Carolina gubernatorial candidate Josh Stein (right) is introduced by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper at a primary election night party on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 in Raleigh, North Carolina. (AP Photo/Carl B. DeBraker)
Mr. Stein, a longtime figure in North Carolina politics, was endorsed by Mr. Cooper.
“We have to keep our eyes peeled for the stakes in this election,” Stein told Lowry supporters. “We are at a crossroads, with the choice before us of his two conflicting visions for North Carolina.”
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Mr. Robinson contrasted himself with Mr. Stein in his remarks Tuesday night.
“The difference couldn’t be more stark,” Robinson said. “I am confident that the people of North Carolina will make the right choice.”
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
