Diane Moffett

Diane Moffett

Education

Bachelor's

University of California, Berkeley

Graduate

San Francisco Theological Seminary

Other

San Francisco Theological Seminary

Personal

Profession

Clergy

Contact

Personal website

Diane Moffett was a candidate for mayor of Greensboro, North Carolina. She was defeated in the general election on November 7, 2017.

Biography

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Moffett earned a bachelor's degree from the University of California at Berkeley and a master's degree and a doctorate of divinity from the San Francisco Theological Seminary.

At the time of her 2017 run for mayor, Moffett was a senior pastor. Her experience also includes service as the chair of the Presbyterian Church USA General Assembly's Climate for Change Task Force, a cochair of the Greensboro Faith Leaders Council, the vice president of the National Black Presbyterian Caucus, the second vice president of the Pulpit Forum, and a member of the Cone Health Foundation Board of Trustees and the Presbyterian Homes Board of Governors.

Elections

2017

See also: Mayoral election in Greensboro, North Carolina (2017) and Municipal elections in Greensboro, North Carolina (2017)

Greensboro, North Carolina, held a general election for mayor and all eight seats on the city council on November 7, 2017. A primary election was held on October 10, 2017. The filing deadline for candidates who wished to run in this election was July 21, 2017. Incumbent Nancy B. Vaughan defeated Diane Moffett in the general election for mayor of Greensboro.

Mayor of Greensboro, General Election, 2017
Candidate	Vote %	Votes
Nancy B. Vaughan Incumbent	67.06%	19,915
Diane Moffett	31.73%	9,424
Write-in votes	1.21%	358
Total Votes		29,697
Source: North Carolina State Board of Elections, "11/07/2017 Official Municipal Election Results - Guilford," accessed November 22, 2017

Incumbent Nancy B. Vaughan and Diane Moffett defeated John Brown in the primary election for mayor of Greensboro.

Mayor of Greensboro, Primary Election, 2017
Candidate	Vote %	Votes
Nancy B. Vaughan Incumbent	61.39%	10,618
Diane Moffett	21.73%	3,759
John Brown	16.88%	2,920
Total Votes		17,297
Source: North Carolina State Board of Elections, "10/10/2017 Official Primary Election Results - Guilford," accessed October 27, 2017

Campaign themes

2017

Moffett's campaign website highlighted the following issues:

“	Economic Development: There is dignity in work. Greensboro citizens need jobs that provide living wages and businesses that help all people, including the poor to experience life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Moffett would like to develop a Mayor’s Business Roundtable, working with the Chamber of Commerce and other agencies to develop innovative solutions and business incentives that will jump-start our economy and get people to work. Moreover, a talented workforce is needed in order to attract businesses to the city. There is a plethora of partnership opportunities with educational institutions located in the city of Greensboro, the Guilford County Schools, businesses and other agencies. Though the County funds education for the most part, Moffett believes that partnerships with the public school, colleges and universities, and other educational agencies will help underscore the value of education and encourage those who attend college in Greensboro to remain in the city after graduation and render their talent on behalf of Greensboro citizens. Safety and Morale: The safety and morale of all citizens impact the spirit of the city. Every resident should expect equal protection under the law. Moffett is committed to improving relationships between residents of Greensboro and public safety servants including the police, sheriff, and fire department officials. She is a firm believer that officers and people who protect the citizens of Greensboro should reflect the diversity of the community. She plans to listen, learn and lead in enriching the relationships with the community, and those who serve, creating energy, imagination and a spirit of love in the city. Health Education & Wellness: A vibrant community is a healthy community. Issues of poverty, and hunger impact the physical and mental well being of our great city. Moffett believes concerns regarding physical health, as well as mental health and substance abuse can best be addressed by locking arms and working with the county and other agencies. Moffett plans to think out of the box and create strategies that support the health and wellness of all citizens.	”
—Diane Moffett's campaign website, (2017)

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See also

Greensboro, North Carolina	North Carolina	Municipal government	Other local coverage

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