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Congresswoman Deborah Ross highlights community efforts and national concerns

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Deborah Ross U.S. House of Representatives from North Carolina's 2nd district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Deborah Ross U.S. House of Representatives from North Carolina's 2nd district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Congresswoman Deborah Ross, representing North Carolina's 2nd district, shared her activities and initiatives through a series of tweets over the past weekend. Her messages highlighted her participation in community events, recognition of local talent, and efforts to address pressing national issues.

On December 2, 2024, Congresswoman Ross tweeted about attending a celebration honoring Octavia Rainey for her contributions to the Fourth Ward community. She expressed the significance of the event by stating: "This weekend, I attended a celebration to honor Octavia Rainey and all the work she's done to honor the legacy of the Fourth Ward community." Ross emphasized the importance of preserving this history for future generations.

The following day on December 3, 2024, she congratulated Kenna Zhang for winning the 2024 Congressional App Challenge with an app designed to aid early diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease using AI technology. In her tweet, she remarked: "Congratulations to Kenna Zhang, our 2024 Congressional App Challenge winner..." Ross praised the innovative spirit among students in her district.

Later that day on December 3rd, Ross addressed concerns regarding the opioid crisis affecting North Carolina and other regions. She criticized Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) for potentially exacerbating this issue by prioritizing profits over people. Her call for accountability was evident as she stated: "The opioid crisis has devastated communities in North Carolina and across the country..." This tweet also mentioned her involvement in urging an investigation by the Department of Justice into PBMs' roles.

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