Samaria McKenzie has lived in Durham for over ten years. She is inspired to give back to this place that has given so much to her.

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Samaria is the founder and marketing director at RAD Real Ad Design, a digital media firm.

Samaria McKenzie - Ballotpedia

Samaria McKenzie’s campaign for Durham City Council Member, Ward 1, is her first entry into politics. 

Supports minimizing corporate government contracts to "give buying power back to the people."

Supports protecting and strengthening tenant rights.

- Supports minimizing corporate government contracts to "give buying power back to the people."
- Supports protecting and strengthening tenant rights.

Economy

As of July 31, 2025, Samaria McKenzie’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Services

Opposes "unaffordable condos, housing, and corporate developments that displace too many Durham residents and prevent young adults from gaining equity through homeownership."

Plans to address issues with "slumlords who profit off low-income families while neglecting necessary repairs and living conditions" and compel absentee investment property owners to restore abandoned houses.

- Opposes "unaffordable condos, housing, and corporate developments that displace too many Durham residents and prevent young adults from gaining equity through homeownership."
- Plans to address issues with "slumlords who profit off low-income families while neglecting necessary repairs and living conditions" and compel absentee investment property owners to restore abandoned houses.

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

Supports investing in low-income neighborhoods by repairing sidewalks, roads, and public parks.

- Supports investing in low-income neighborhoods by repairing sidewalks, roads, and public parks.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Education

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Samaria McKenzie

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