Former Congressman Wiley Nickel here–Ask me anything!

I'm Wiley Nickel, former Congressman for North Carolina’s 13th district which included Wake, Johnston, Harnett, and Wayne counties. I’m a husband and father of two, a former State Senator and former staffer for President Obama.

In 2022 I flipped one of just six House seats from red to blue. In Congress, I fought hard for access to affordable health care and to protect Social Security and Medicare. I worked to level the playing field for working families, so they have a fair shot at success and stability. I’m also proud of my work for the congressional Dad’s Caucus where I advocated for paid family and medical leave, the child tax credit and to help bring down the costs of child care.

One of my biggest focuses has been defending democracy and making sure your voice is heard at the ballot box. After my district was gerrymandered in 2023, I introduced legislation to end partisan gerrymandering and have continued to raise awareness for the fight for fair maps.

I’m here to talk about anything from my time in Congress to what it was like working in the Obama administration—or whatever else you want to ask! AMA!

To keep in touch, you also find me on X, Instagram, Threads, bsky, Facebook, LinkedIn, or visit my website https://www.wileynickel.com/.

Well we made it just over 2 hours folks and I just want to say I really appreciate all the thoughtful questions. Keep challenging your representatives, that’s how our democracy works best. Now it’s time for me to wind down with the kids at home but I’ll be here on Reddit every so often to engage with the community. Big thanks to the mods for helping set up this AMA and keeping this sub running every day.

Have a great evening!