Deborah Ross actually said...

"We need to get past this partisanship, and focus on qualifications while we focus on diversifying the bench."

"We determined that three key ingredients that have contributed to the Triangle's success are local business community buy-in, connections to universities, and an environment conducive to start-ups."

"I represent a district that includes much of the Research Triangle Park, the largest research park in the United States."

"We also discussed challenges facing the region, including the need for more early education STEM opportunities to strengthen the talent pipeline and the growing affordable housing crisis."