I think hes honest. "Mark Robinson should resign.". Mark Robinson has formally entered next year's race for governor. Its abhorrent to hear anyone, and especially an elected official, use hateful rhetoric that hurts people and our states reputation, the statement reads. [14][15], Robinson ran in the 2020 election for lieutenant governor of North Carolina. [9][11] While working in furniture manufacturing, he took history classes at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, with the goal of securing a degree and becoming a history teacher. Thats where the trouble is, and thats what weve got to run to," Robinson said in the clip. Governor Mark Robinson will not seek US Senate seat in 2022, "We are calling on Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson to resign for his disgraceful, hateful statements directed at LGBTQ+ people," the Human Rights Campaign's statement said. Robinson is second in command in the state and would fill in should Gov. Recent polling suggests challengers could stand little chance against Robinson, whose bombastic style and controversial rhetoric including antisemitic and homophobic comments have endeared him to hardline conservatives including former President Donald Trump, while also generating blowback from some in his own party. But others have questioned whether his aggressive, conservative style and blunt comments about LGBTQ+ rights, abortion and the role of women make him the partys best choice to win a general election in a closely divided state. North Carolina The lieutenant governor typically doesnt speak to WRAL News, and he poked at the station a couple of times during his speech. The video emerged this week. [45] In 2022, Robinson clarified that the woman in question was his eventual wife, Yolanda.[46]. In a statement emailed to NBC News Friday, Jordan Monaghan, Cooper's press secretary, called Robinson's comments "abhorrent.". Any elected official talking about such a personal event is unusual. As for Walker, it was his distribution of Robinsons 2018 speech that helped vault him to fame. [28] After the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting, Robinson wrote that "Homosexuality is STILL an abominable sin and I WILL NOT join in 'celebrating gay pride. Once a woman gets pregnant, its not your body anymore, its yalls body, Robinson said. We cannot say that Black lives matter or all lives matter or blue lives matter until we say unborn lives matter, because that is where it all starts.. And no one can stop it.. 2023 Capitol Broadcasting Company, Inc. But since the late 1960s, only three of them all Democrats have made the leap to governor. He said anyone implying that is muddying the waters because they don't like his position on abortion. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Robert Willettmember image share, The News & Observer, Police release ID of Greensboro resident killed in fatal crash Tuesday, Jonathan Brown won't race in Modified Division this year at Bowman Gray Stadium, Troopers: Man now faces felony after failing to stop for school bus, striking 6-year-old boy. North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson's new target: Men Though, in recent years, advocates have called on educators to make an effort to be more openly supportive of LGBTQ people whether thats by including prominent LGBTQ figures in lessons or by displaying a Pride flag in the classroom because they say it can benefit LGBTQ youth. Many have criticized Robinson for statements about sex education in public schools in which he likened gay and transgender people to filth. Robinson has not apologized, saying his comments were critical of the reading materials instead of an attack on the LGBTQ community and that he could separate his religious views about sexuality from his elected position. Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson announces run for NC governor at rainy Robinson told WRAL on Friday that the governors opinion made no difference whatsoever., I am tired of folks on the right being demonized for our speech, he said, claiming that folks on the left burn, beat, rob, loot take over entire cities and get a pass.. The CPAC conference where Robinson was speaking Saturday is an annual conference hosted by the American Conservative Union. But others have questioned whether his aggressive, conservative style and blunt comments about LGBTQ+ rights, abortion and the role of women make him the party's best choice to win a general election in a closely divided state. North Carolina lawmakers call for lieutenant governor's - CNN Mark Robinson, in Raleigh in August. I'm running for governor because we the people of North Carolina need someone who understands us, Robinson told roughly 1,000 supporters at the event at a speedway in Alamance County, about a half-hour from where he grew up. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) Lt. Gov. 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Joyce Cancer Support Fund. "Every single person in our state deserves respect -- not only because it's right, but because it's necessary to build the kind of future we want for North Carolina.". Mark Robinsons measured announcement speech He added: "And yes, I called it filth. '", Robinson also spoke about the trans community at the Upper Room Church of God in Christ two months ago. [16] He faced Democratic nominee Yvonne Lewis Holley in the general election in November,[17] in a race in which either Robinson or Holley would become North Carolina's first African-American lieutenant governor. Thats two boys. Republican leaders speak at NCGOP State Convention ", He added that "if there is a movement in this country that is demonic, and that is full of the spirit of antichrist, it is the transgender movement.". candidate's posts draw criticism", "App State's Turning Point USA brings candidate for lieutenant governor to discuss education, gun rights", "Mark Robinson's unique story guides political life", "Mark Robinson Announces Run For Lt. Theyre not dead because were here defending them.. [21] Campaign finance watchdog Bob Hall identified several questionable expenditures in Robinson's campaign reports, including $186 for medical bills and for $2,840 for "campaign clothes and accessories" (most of it spent at a sporting goods shop); the campaign did not explain how these expenditures were campaign-related. The crowd ate it up. "[24][28], Robinson was sworn in on January 9, 2021. [35], The body released a report on summitted complaints in late August 2021. North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson (R) address the Conservative Political Action Conference in Dallas. "We must focus on reading, writing, and mathematics in North Carolina. '"[23] In 2020, Robinson asserted that the coronavirus was a "globalist" conspiracy to defeat Donald Trump, and dismissed the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, writing, "The looming pandemic I'm most worried about is SOCIALISM. Kendra Johnson, the executive director of Equality NC, an LGBTQ nonprofit, said the group condemns Robinson's "dangerous rhetoric. Robinsons 35-minute speech included support for tax cuts and law enforcement. He gave thanks to border patrollers, who he says dont have the support of Washington, questioning President Joe Biden's commitment border security. MAYODAN Get ready to swivel your hips, hang bright leis around your necks and see hula dancers and a fire show. Somebody fought wars and died for you!. Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley were among the announced or potential presidential candidates to speak at this years conference, along with other notable names such as Trump and a raft of other high-profile conservative politicians, pundits and operatives. All Rights Reserved. Robinson is a former factory worker who vaulted to prominence following a gun-rights speech in Greensboro that went viral. There is no greater mission on earth than standing up for the most defenseless among us, Robinson said at an anti-abortion rally in Raleigh in early 2021, according to The News Observer of Raleigh. Mark Robinson's speech to state GOP filled with hyperbole on social issues, NCHSAA board will consider policy allowing high school athletes to profit off NIL, Canes will start Round 2 at home against winner of Monday's Rangers-Devils, Slugging UNC signee Luke Stevenson leads Wake Forest on state championship push, Six Harris Teeters impacted by threats Monday, End-of-regular-season boys tennis rankings, Emancipate NC fighting for change after baby taken from mother, Students learning basics of flying drones in preparation for FAA test, Manhunt continues for Texas man who shot, killed neighbors. Robinson held the event at Ace Speedway, which defied Coopers executive order in 2020 limiting outdoor crowds to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. [27] Robinson's statements, as well as his refusal to apologize or retract them, drew much concern from the leaders of North Carolina's Jewish community. You can go down to the dress shop and get made up. I thought to myself, that is not a rainbow unicorn, Robinson said. North Carolina: Mark Robinson attracts scrutiny as extremist in No one is perfect, but no one is too far gone to be saved, Robinson says. "First, let me say that I pray for the souls of all those killed, healing for all those wounded, and comfort for the family members of the terrorist shooting in Orlando," Robinson wrote on his Facebook page at the time. I was making a comparison between arguments, he said, not comparisons between situations.. Robinsons 35-minute speech Saturday included addressing fiscal matters like inflation, school safety and supporting law enforcement. This is how, U.S. Rep. Dan Bishop of Charlotte wrote in a tweet Thursday. Robinson, a favorite of national and social conservatives, has said hes fairly certain that There are few things more sacred than the decisions we make about our bodies and our families, she said in a statement. The track's owners are still fighting the Cooper administration in court over its temporary closure. Its time for me to Robinson has repeatedly made homophobic remarks, along with suggesting Hollywood is demonic and chastising Black people for giving their shekels to satanic and Jewish movie producers. Robinson's critics have pointed to speeches he has made in conservative churches and on radio shows that touched on his antipathy toward LGBTQ+ activism and for his support for banning abortion. The White House also issued a statement criticizing Robinson. "There is material out there that is pushing these issues and teaching our children about these issues," he said of alleged sexual content being taught in schools. Thats not any of my concern, that is Darwin. The comments prompted the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation's largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, to call for his resignation. "What I want to know is when are all of you going to start standing up for the majority?" It is completely unacceptable," Jackson wrote, in part. "[27] Robinson's posts were also criticized by Equality North Carolina and Jewish community leaders in North Carolina. In 2020, he was elected North Carolina's first Black lieutenant governor, even though several controversial social media posts surfaced publicly during the campaign. Robinson, a favorite of national and social conservatives, has said hes fairly certain that hell run for governor in 2024. pic.twitter.com/aXjCPFKTs0. UPDATE: Brother told investigators child got in trouble for messing with fish tank. [28] Robinson called former President Obama "a worthless, anti-American atheist"[28] and posted "birther" memes;[23] accused American Muslims of being "INVADERS" who "refuse to assimilate to our ways while demanding respect they have not earned"; called Michelle Obama a man; and disparaged Joy Behar and Maxine Waters in crude terms. Theres no reason anybody anywhere in America should be telling any child about transgenderism, homosexuality any of that filth, he said in a sermon at the church. Never committed a serious crime and never committed a felony. Robinson's report on teachers lacks transparency", "NC lawmaker calls on Lt. Gov. Grandmother is charged with murder. While in office, Robinson also has attacked what he calls the indoctrination of children in the public schools and backed legislation that limited how teachers can discuss certain racial concepts in the classroom. Copyright 2023 WTVD-TV. Current Democratic Gov. Democratic Attorney General Josh Stein announced his bid in January. Mark Robinson. Antifa, a loosely knit protest movement around the country, "wants to roam the streets and beat you into submission," he said. [12] On March 26, 2021, he launched the FACTS (Fairness, Accountability in the Classroom for Teachers and Students) Task Force through his office's website. LGBTQ advocates have said that views like Robinson's don't represent the majority of North Carolinians. We had an abortion, Robinson says in the video. They will look at me in my face and call me a liar, tell me that freedom is dead in this country, he continued. "I'm saying this now, and I've been saying it, and I don't care who likes it: Those issues have no place in a school. Everyone needs access to abortion, even Mark Robinson, spokesperson Rachel Stein said in a news release Wednesday. speech Black people aren't owed a debt, they owe one to their enslaved ancestors. It is not OK!". Mark Robinson Our Lt. [43] They had a child in 1990 and another in 1992. It was the hardest decision we have ever made and sadly, we made the wrong one.. Why do you owe? I think hell listen to the people, said Nim Harris, her husband. Governor should resign and allow someone who is prepared to do the job to take his place.This wasn't a dog whistle, folks. "[12] In April 2018, Robinson attended a meeting of the Greensboro City Council, where they debated whether or not to cancel a gun show in the wake of the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. candidate appeared with religious leader who plans to become king of the US", "Lt. Gov. WRAL News was not in the room for Robinsons speech, which took place in Greenville Friday night, but reviewed video of his remarks on Facebook after The East Carolinian student newspaper highlighted some of his comments. And if you don't like that I called it filth, come see me and I'll explain it to you." Governor Mark Robinson launches new website to report 'indoctrination' in North Carolina public schools", "Mark Robinson's Super-Secret Indoctrination Task Force", "NC Dems say production of Lt. Gov. "There's no debate here. Stein's campaign-opening video accused Robinson of wanting "to tell you who you can marry, when youll be pregnant and who you should hate. And Folwell said last month that Robinson has spent his time in the political spotlight "attacking people instead of attacking the important problems that our citizens are facing.. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) Lt. Gov. Despite Republican success in controlling the state legislature, the GOP has won the governor's office just once since 1992, back in 2012. How refreshing.. ALTAMAHAW, N.C. -- Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson calls North Carolina a destination state for death, pushes for stricter abortion laws He discussed his life, saying that he was born the ninth of 10 We know the pain that an abortion causes. He also talks about how their Christian faith has sustained them. Our students have struggled with these topics even before the pandemic. [41][42], Robinson married his wife, Yolanda, in 1990. Studio Clarus2021-05-04T06:45:57+00:0030 Dicembre 2020|. Individual Republicans praised him this week for speaking out about a difficult experience. The tracks owners are still fighting the Cooper administration in court over its temporary closure. Cooper wins reelection, margins tight in several Council of State contests", Watchdog: Robinson campaign report details 'disturbing' omissions, glaring discrepancies, "On Facebook, NC's Republican candidate for lieutenant governor lashes out, insults", "Mark Robinson mulls 2024 run, calls for taking science, history out of elementary schools", "NC Lt. Gov. The video, first shared by Right Wing Watch, a project of the progressive advocacy group People For the American Way, shows Robinson speaking at the Asbury Baptist Church in Seagrove during a visit in June, local NBC affiliate WRAL reported. North Carolina Republican Lt. Gov. On Friday, he focused on the rare transgender athletes competing against women. Robinson thanked law enforcement, while denouncing groups that seek to reduce police funding. Robinson was thrust into the national spotlight in 2018 when he gave an impassioned speech about gun rights at a Greensboro City Council meeting. And, yes, that includes the daddy. There's no reason anybody anywhere in America should be telling any child about transgenderism, homosexuality any of that filth," he said. Robinson and his wife, Yolanda, appeared in a video [12], In a June 2021 speech at a Seagrove, North Carolina church, Robinson disparaged "transgenderism and homosexuality" as "filth", saying: "There's no reason anybody anywhere in America should be telling any child about transgenderism, homosexuality, any of that filth. Conservative Political Action Conference, Lieutenant Governor In fiery speech to state GOP, NC lieutenant governor "[37] North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein made similar comments. We dont come from some weak, jelly-backed, spineless people. [22] He opposes abortion,[23] promotes climate change denial,[24] and opposes the legalization of recreational marijuana. [28][31] Robinson declined to apologize for his posts, saying, "I'm not ashamed of anything that I post. [32] During his tenure Robinson has had a fraught relationship with Democratic Governor Roy Cooper; Robinson described communication between the two as "nonexistent". By GARY D. ROBERTSON March 24, 2022. [35][36] The lieutenant governor's general counsel argued that the task force was not obligated to do so as it was not a "public body" and existed only to advise the lieutenant governor's office. The footage was posted Tuesday by Right Wing Robinson doubled down on his comments in an interview with ABC11 on Friday. Robinson calls straight couples 'superior' to gays in sermon, video shows", "NC Lt. Gov. In one address at a church in 2021, Robinson said, Theres no reason anybody anywhere in America should be telling any child about transgenderism, homosexuality, any of that filth.. Republican Mark Robinson 'seriously considering' NC Senate run Its abhorrent to hear anyone, and especially an elected official, use hateful rhetoric that hurts people and our states reputation, said spokesperson Jordan Monaghan. I dont care what you call them. A public confession many years before emerging into public life. Budd endorsed Robinson in a video message aired at Saturday's rally. Robinson's popularity among the Republican base and flush coffers put him squarely at the top of the list of candidates for a GOP primary. Mark Robinson is a North Carolina superstar. But the choice of venue reinforced his narrative as an anti-establishment candidate looking out for average folks. Its time you got up off your tail and went and go paid it.". In the video, Robinson cited a resurfaced Facebook post where I referenced paying for an abortion., Yolanda Robinson does not speak in the 76-second video, but her husband says the decision to have the abortion has been with us ever since.. North Carolina is a welcoming state where we value public education and the diversity of our people. Republican Mark Robinson said he's "tired of folks on the right being demonized for our speech while folks on the left burn, beat, rob, loot and get a pass.. Robinson and his wife, Yolanda, appeared in a video to address a social media post that the lieutenant governor said he wrote 10 years ago years before entering politics but had gained attention this week. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Gun rights speech propels man to N.C. lieutenant governor nomination. 'Chance to be a symbol': As expected, Robinson declares bid for governor. Link Copied! In the video, Robinson is seen speaking at Asbury Baptist Church in Seagrove, North Carolina, in June. I knew then that I wanted him to run for office. Mark Robinson speaks during a news conference Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021 in Raleigh, N.C. Robinson, a recent rising force in North Carolina Republican politics and a vocal abortion opponent, confirmed on Thursday, March 24, 2022, that he and his future wife decided to get an abortion more than 30 years ago. I think he'll listen to the people, said Nim Harris, her husband. No one is perfect, but no one is too far gone to be saved, Robinson says. North Carolinians deserve better than these dehumanizing comments. He has also repeatedly alleged that indoctrination in schools is a serious issue. Robinson critics have pointed to speeches he has made in conservative churches and on radio shows that touched on his antipathy to LGBTQ+ activism and support for banning abortion. NC Lt. Gov. Robinson is now an official candidate for governor Robinson, 52, said there are only two genders, rejecting the concept of gender fluidity as well as the beliefs of people assigned male or female at birth, but whose internal sense of gender doesnt match that. North Carolina I've never done anything like that. NC mom warns others after son burned doing social media challenge, Warrant executed at illegal adult entertainment business in Raleigh, Free COVID-19 tests aren't guaranteed after May 11. "We are not talking about the fight for equality and if those people want to challenge me on that, that's fine," he said. Gov. Mark Robinson Criticized Over Anti-LGBT Views", North Carolina's lieutenant governor has Jewish community on high alert: Republican Mark Robinson has drawn scrutiny for past antisemitic comments, refusing to apologize even after assuming office, "Muslim 'invaders' and transgender 'delusion': Lt. gov. [21] The reports also stated that Robinson withdrew an unexplained $2,400 in cash in apparent violation of a state law requiring all candidate cash payment over $50 to be accompanied by a detailed description explaining of what the money was for. Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? What does it create? [21], Robinson promoted his persona as a "brash and unfiltered conservative culture warrior". This incident only reaffirms the serious need for comprehensive non-discrimination protections that would outlaw discrimination and make North Carolina a safer place for LGBTQ+ people to live.". [29], In 2020, the Charlotte Observer editorial board described Robinson's posts as "cringeworthy" and "an embarrassment"[30] while the state Democratic Party called them "homophobic, anti-Semitic, and downright unhinged. IE 11 is not supported. A former factory worker and day care operator, Robinson gained public attention from a viral video of his 2018 anti-gun control speech to the Greensboro City Council about attempts to cancel a local gun show. There are real impacts to words, and the real impacts are the damage and hurt in peoples lives, Scott warned. [44] Robinson had filed for bankruptcy on three occasions, has been sued for payments, and had liens placed on him by the Internal Revenue Service as recently as 2012. Mark Robinson announces 2024 bid for governor, setting up GOP primary battle", "North Carolina: Mark Robinson attracts scrutiny as extremist in Republican race", Lt. governor says he paid for wifes abortion before they were married, "North Carolina's first Black lieutenant governor-elect Mark Robinson hopes to inspire others with personal story", "WRAL: NC Lt. Gov. I want to be that person at the track meet that stands up and says Them two fellas that won this track meet, theyre not girls. North Carolina Republican Lt. Gov. The speech was in character for Robinson, whose claim to fame before he rolled through a crowded Republican primary field last year and won state governments second-highest elected office was a gun rights speech he gave before the Greensboro City Council in 2018. The lieutenant governors comments make it clear that he believes he can dictate these most personal decisions for others, without regard for individual circumstances, viewpoints or faith traditions, and that should alarm us all.. Nobody owes you anything for slavery, he said. Robinson himself said during a brief conversation Tuesday as he left the Senate floor, and as a staffer pressed to wrap things up, that the speech spoke for itself. Conservative Robinson joins race for N. Carolina governor A Robinson entry into the gubernatorial race could set up a possible battle against presumptive Democratic nominee Attorney General Josh Stein, who announced plans to run last month.

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