Unaffiliated with any party, Van simply wants more collaboration in meeting the needs of our community. He is honest and transparent in his solutions regarding issues in public safety and well-being, such as homelessness, substance abuse, mental health, and gentrification. A "show me the numbers" kind of guy, Van Duncan will prove to be a genuine and forthright choice for the growth of Buncombe County. Van Duncan is here to help us take accountability for community issues by sharing opportunities for tactile policies that actually meet needs, and make some clear sense.