Show #157: City Council Candidates Kathy Greggs and Clifton Johnson Join the Carolina Cabinet
Welcome to the Carolina Cabinet, Eastern North Carolina's smartest hour of conservative talk radio. In this episode, host Peter Pappas is joined by co-hosts Pastor Joshua Goodman and Laura Musler for a lively discussion about local issues affecting Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and beyond. Special guests Kathy Greggs—candidate for Fayetteville City Council, District 7—and Clifton Johnson—running for Fayetteville Mayor—are invited to share their backgrounds, platforms, and insights on the challenges facing our community.This episode covers everything from city council hot topics like teacher shortages, code enforcement, and transparency in local government, to the personal stories and motivations behind each guest's decision to step into public service. The team dives into the complexities of city and county collaboration, the ongoing need for better infrastructure, and the impact of community engagement on quality of life in Fayetteville.You'll also hear candid reflections on the hurdles facing local schools, thoughts on strengthening the local economy, and some honest talk about the state of public leadership. Plus, there's plenty of friendly banter about backyard gatherings, surviving whitewater rafting, and why it pays to keep a sense of humor when you're pushing for change.Tune in for an episode filled with passion, perspective, and real talk about the people, policies, and possibilities shaping our city—only on the Carolina Cabinet.
Kathy Greggs
Veteran, Advocate, Servant Leader
Kathy Greggs is a proud U.S. Army Combat Veteran who has dedicated her life to service—first in uniform and now as a leader in her community. Born in Camden, New Jersey, and raised in Germany in a strong military family, Kathy learned early the values of faith, discipline, and duty to country.
After her military service, she founded the Police Accountability Community Taskforce (Fayetteville PACT), working with law enforcement, civic leaders, and residents to build trust and promote safer communities. A certified FEMA Disaster Operations Manager, she has led relief efforts during major national disasters.
Kathy has held key leadership roles, including Chair of the Fayetteville Board of Commissioners for Public Arts, Vice Chair of the Cumberland County Veterans Council, and Veterans Committee Chair for the Fayetteville NAACP. She served as North Carolina Director and Military Liaison for the Domestic Violence Rally, Co-Advocate for the Pathway to Prosperity program, and a rape crisis advocate with the Phoenix Center. She also volunteered as a Teen Court Judge in Cumberland County.
Her nonprofit work includes board service with the ACLU of North Carolina, Pro-Choice NC, NewLife 2nd Chances, and the NC National Organization for Women. A founding member of Organizing Against Racism in Cumberland County and part of the Sheriff Trusting Communities steering committee.
Kathy has been honored with several awards for her leadership and dedication, including the Juneteenth Freedom Pioneer Award, the Presidential Volunteer Service Bronze Award, Cumberland County’s “I C…
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