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Carla Cunningham
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| Member of the North Carolina House of Representatives from the 106th district |
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| Assumed office January 1, 2013 |
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| Preceded by | Martha B. Alexander |
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| Born | January 12, 1962 Wadesboro, North Carolina |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Charlotte, North Carolina |
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Carla D. Cunningham, born on January 12, 1962, is an American politician. She is a member of the Democratic Party. Since 2012, she has been a representative for the 106th district in the North Carolina House of Representatives. This means she helps make laws for the state of North Carolina.
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About Carla Cunningham
Early Life and Education
Carla Cunningham was born in Wadesboro, North Carolina. She finished Anson High School in 1980.
She studied nursing at several colleges. She earned a diploma from Central Piedmont Community College in 1981. Later, she got an associate's degree from Gaston College in 1996. In 2009, she earned a bachelor's degree from Winston-Salem State University.
Career Before Politics
Before becoming a politician, Carla worked as a nurse for over 30 years. This experience helped her understand people's needs. It also showed her how important good healthcare is for everyone.
Serving in the North Carolina House of Representatives
Carla Cunningham first became a state representative in 2012. She represents the 106th district. This district includes parts of Charlotte, North Carolina. As a representative, she works to improve life for people in her district and across North Carolina. She has been re-elected several times, showing that people trust her to represent them.
