ABOUT CLAIRE
Claire Kempner is a wife, stay-at-home mom, and advocate who believes in the collective power of community. Claire is running for House District 9 because Pitt County families deserve a leader who is serious about tackling the issues they are facing, and not someone who is distracted by political games or working to enrich themselves.
Claire, her husband Greg, and their three children have called Pitt County home since 2016. Being active and engaged in community organizations has always been important to Claire. She has volunteered with the Humane Society, the United Way, and a maternity home for unhoused women & their children. Claire has served as the Secretary of the Pitt County Democratic Party and has been a key contributor to local campaigns. Additionally, she has advocated for common sense gun safety laws as the NC Chapter Leader of Moms Demand Action. In her spare time, Claire enjoys gardening, baking and cheering on her kids during their soccer games & swim meets.
HOUSE DISTRICT 9
ABOUT HD 9
Nestled in eastern North Carolina, House District 9 in Pitt County includes a portion of the fast-growing city of Greenville as well as smaller towns such as Winterville and Ayden. Home to East Carolina University, Greenville has build a reputation as one of the best medical communities in Eastern NC. While the largest sectors of employment are health care and educational services, a variety of manufacturing businesses also keep the economy growing. Pitt County boasts a diverse population; the Carolina Across 100 project noted in 2020 that the area’s population was 51% White, 35% Black, and 8% Hispanic. Pitt County embraces both tradition and innovation, making it a dynamic hub for residents and visitors alike.