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What questions do you have for new speaker of the N.C. House Thom Tillis?

Mr. Tillis, a Republican from Mecklenburg County, will take over as House Speaker when the legislature convenes on Jan. 26. He says his priorities are the budget, taxes and improving education. The state estimates the budget gap is about $3.7 billion.

What questions do you have for him? We'll select several of questions submitted by you.

If your question is picked, we will run the question in the newspaper with your photo and Mr. Tillis's response. Please respond by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11.

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Please list three questions you would like to ask Mr. Tillis. Be specific and concise as possible.

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Do you know of other stories the Observer should do about the state budget or legislature?

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What area of the budget should lawmakers look to cut? For example, should North Carolina spend less on education or roads? (For a primer, go to http://www.osbm.state.nc.us/new_content/Citizen_Guide_to_Budget.pdf)

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What political party, if any, do you identify with most closely?

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