Being Smart on Crime: Rebecca's Platform for Rehabilitation

Rebecca Zimmer Donaldson is a candidate for district attorney of New Hanover and Pender counties. She shares her journey of becoming a prosecutor and her passion for advocating for victims of crime. She emphasizes the importance of being smart on crime and focusing on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Rebecca discusses her platform and the similarities between her and her opponent, highlighting the need for a leader who cares about the community and has a vision for the future. She also addresses concerns about her age and experience, comparing herself to the previous district attorney who was elected at a similar age. In this conversation, Rebecca Donaldson, discusses various topics related to politics, law, and her personal experiences. She talks about the need for younger people to be given the opportunity to bring about change in politics. They also discuss the differences between assault charges and the recent changes in the law regarding domestic partner assault. Rebecca shares her thoughts on judges having to pick a party to run for office and the importance of keeping politics out of the courtroom. She also talks about her own career as a prosecutor and what success means to her. The conversation ends with a discussion about Rebecca's grandfather and the impact he had on her life.