DeDreana Freeman: “Why I’m Running for Re-Election to Durham City Council”
Durham, NC – In 2017, I was elected to serve Ward One and begin this work for an equitable Durham. I’m running for another term on the Durham City Council because we are not finished yet. I believe in a Durham where every resident—no matter their zip code, income, or background—has the right to thrive.
As a Black woman representing East Durham, I’ve seen firsthand both the pain of displacement and the power of community. I bring lived experience, professional expertise, and nearly eight years of service fighting for justice and equity.
Proven Results
I’ve delivered results: strengthening protections for my neighbors, pushing for investment in historically underserved neighborhoods, and standing firm for working families, seniors, and children. I’ve led with courage, even when it meant standing alone, because I know our community deserves leadership that doesn’t back down.
Equity in Action
Voters should entrust me with this position because I don’t just talk about equity, I live it. My work is grounded in partnerships, policy, and persistence. From housing affordability to economic justice to environmental resilience, I have the experience, relationships, and proven record to continue moving Durham forward.
A Vision for Durham
Durham is at a crossroads. We can let the market and outside forces dictate our future, or we can center people and build a city rooted in care, safety, and opportunity. I’m committed to the latter and to serving Durham with integrity, vision, and love.
My focus remains on Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice for a just and fair Durham.
Priorities
- Housing & Displacement: Protecting affordable housing, expanding tenant rights, and prioritizing housing as a human right, not a commodity.
- Economic Justice: Supporting working families with fair wages, small business protections, and policies that reduce the burden on seniors and renters.
- Community Safety & Care: Investing in community-based safety, mental health, and violence prevention alongside policing, so every neighborhood is safer.
- Open Space and Parks: Protecting natural areas, expanding park access, and ensuring every neighborhood has access to safe green spaces.
Closing Statement
This journey has always been about building a Durham where everyone belongs—where families can afford to stay, where opportunity is shared, and where justice is more than a promise. With your support, we can continue this work together.
I humbly ask for your vote for re-election to the Durham City Council. Your voice and your partnership matter deeply.
If you believe in this vision, I also invite you to join our campaign as a volunteer—whether knocking on doors, making phone calls, or helping spread the word. Together, we can shape the Durham we all deserve.
For more information, visit www.dedreanafreeman.com.