Justice is on the Ballot! Guns, Abortion, Schools, Jobs, Equal Rights . . .
Your one vote can decide who wins! How 1 person voted determined who won close elections in over 30 N.C. cities in 2021. Your vote does matter!
Election Day: Nov. 8
Vote Early: Oct. 20-Nov. 5
U.S. Senators set priorities for the federal budget, adopt laws on hot topics, and vote on appointments to the U.S. Supreme Court and other offices. Your choice could decide which party has a majority in the Senate.
Party: Democratic
Background: I’ve served our state for nearly thirty years as a public defender, judge and Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court, where I’ve worked to uphold the Constitution, protect our rights, and keep communities safe – no matter the politics.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
North Carolina’s next Senator must fight to lower costs for our communities, provide access to good paying jobs, and grow our economy – from capping the cost of insulin to $35/month, growing manufacturing and industry jobs across our state, to ensuring access to affordable child care.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: There’s no doubt we need to lower costs. I would hold corporations like Big Oil accountable for flagrantly price-gouging and putting their shareholders above the interests of working North Carolinians. We also must continue to grow a Made-In-America economy, so events abroad don’t raise prices here.
Website: CheriBeasley.com
Party: Libertarian
Background: I am an anti-war combat veteran and an expert in the technology sector. I’ve worked for various departments of the federal government including deployments to Afghanistan. I have a masters in cyber security and am a huge advocate for blockchain.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
Veteran affairs, Cyber Security, Personal liberty
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 1 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on gun ownership: I am opposed to any gun laws. Under the US Constitution, the people have the right to arm themselves against anything that may attack their home. There are no conditions to the Constitution.
Option 2 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on abortion access: I do not believe the US Government has any say in what a person can and cannot do to their body or property. I oppose any federal action one way or the other. We do not need their permission to live our lives and that’s what these types of laws do.
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: I would reduce the burden on the individual. We do not tax our society for arming our IRS in a time of economic stress and call it a good thing. Now would be an excellent time to introduce the citizens of our state to “Austrian economics”.
Website: ShannonBray.us
Party: Republican
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Party: Green
Background: Disabled Marine Corps combat veteran
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
My priority is North Carolina’s working families. This means healthcare through Medicare for All, education available without cost at all levels, affordable housing, debt cancellation, and paying workers fair and just wages that are adjusted annually for inflation. We must end the war on drugs.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: Adjust the minimum wage to reflect inflation and update it every year. Provide healthcare and education to all, and forgive medical and student debt to cut household costs. Begin a Green New Deal to end fossil fuel dependence, provide clean, renewable energy and create millions of high-paying jobs.
Website: MatthewHohForSenate.org
In addition to a U.S. Senator, you can choose legislators to represent your concerns in Congress and the N.C. General Assembly. Vote for 1 candidate for U.S. House of Representatives, 1 for N.C. Senate, and 1 for N.C. House based on your Districts. District lines are new this year; find yours at ncvoter.org/distr.
Vote for 1 candidate for the District where you live. See the map or go to ncvoter.org/distr to find your District. Candidates are listed below in alphabetical order. Check their websites to learn about them.
Party: Democratic
Background: An eastern NC native, who went from tobacco fields to graduating from the Air Force Academy and working Air Force One operations. Served as an ECU assistant professor and the mayor of Snow Hill. Now a six-term state senator and Presbyterian minister.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
As a champion for eastern NC, Senator Davis delivered on a new ECU Brody School of Medicine, $1 billion in broadband and a veteran tax exemption. In Congress, priority will be fighting for health care access, a stronger economy and needed resources to low-performing schools in distressed areas.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: The East experienced economic stress before high prices at the pump and grocery store. Too many are leaving eNC for opportunities elsewhere. We must get our fair share in D.C.—health access, broadband, and workforce development are essential for good-paying sustainable American jobs and products.
Website: VoteDonDavis.com
Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
Background: I have served my community for more than 25 years, as an attorney, a civil rights advocate, a State Legislator with a record of bipartisan accomplishment, and now as the Congresswoman for North Carolina’s Second Congressional District.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
I am working hard to help lower prescription drug prices, invest in infrastructure, continue to push for racial justice, and expand voting rights. Since taking office, I have gotten multiple bipartisan laws signed into law that deliver real results for the people of North Carolina.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 2 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on abortion access: Abortion is still legal in North Carolina, and we must do everything in our power to keep it that way. In Congress, I have supported critical legislation such as the Women’s Health Protection Act, Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act, and Right to Contraception Act.
Website: DeborahRoss.com
Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
Background: I am a Nationally Certified Reentry Coach, a Certified Reentry Professional, and founder of a NC based nonprofit for wellness and reentry services. I hold a BS in Behavioral Science and a MS in Justice and Security Administration.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
Criminal Justice Reform on all levels, Healthcare that is accessible and affordable for everyone especially here in Rural Eastern NC, Assistance for Veterans to access their benefits, reentry service after returning home such as mental health and/or substance use
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 2 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on abortion access: Roe versus Wade should be codified. The issue with abortion is that it is a healthcare issue and should not be publicized or turned into control of a person’s body. Abortion is and should be a decision made between a person and their doctors based on their specific healthcare needs.
Website: Barbara4Congress.com
Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
Background: I’m a retired administrator from the Chapel Hill Police Department. I was born and raised in this district and have served in elected office here for 25 years. From the school board to the State Senate, it has been my honor to serve my community.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
As a nation, we must address rising costs and inflation, climate change, and healthcare. It is critical that we create an economy where everyone can succeed, that Americans don’t have to choose between their healthcare and their mortgage, and that we act on climate change before it’s too late.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 2 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on abortion access: It’s critical that we codify Roe v Wade into law and ensure that women have autonomy over their bodies no matter where they live. I’m prepared to vote to protect abortion on day one. Healthcare decisions are deeply personal and should be made in consultation with doctors, not the government.
Website: ValerieFoushee.com
Party: Republican
Background: Registered Nurse (mostly Emergency Room)
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
Outlaw executive orders – It doesn’t matter what party has control (dangerous to give that much power to one person); Funds should come as a voucher to parents to choose their child’s school; Reform Medicaid/Medicare – insure working people have coverage. Medicare should cover quality elderly care.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 1 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on gun ownership: Restricting gun ownership for law-abiding citizens is against the 2nd amendment. I do not support this practice. What I would focus on regarding violence is funding for law enforcement, securing the border, and funding mental health with preventative care and acute/chronic mental health facilities.
Option 2 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on abortion access: This topic can be addressed at the state level. I will support life at all stages. I will support healthcare for women whose life is at risk with ectopic pregnancy emergencies. I will support funding for adoption and foster care.
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods:
The printing and out-of-control spending is catching up to us in the price of gas, food, and housing. The ones who are hurting are low income families. We need a budget and decrease the debt. We need energy independence. The lack thereof is affecting the price of goods and transportation.
Website: CourtneyGeelsForCongress.com
Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
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Party: Republican
Background: 20 yrs as a United States Army Officer (6 yrs as an Airborne Ranger qualified Infantry Officer; 15 in Special Forces Green Berets, earned 2 Bronze Stars). Small businessman, husband , father. Former Inspector General.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
My first priority is to stop inflation, lower gas prices, and bring high quality jobs back to North Carolina. Another priority is to increase support for law enforcement. I will also fight to expand school choice so that every family can choose the best education for their child.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: Sponsor legislation to re-open the Keystone pipeline and allow increased domestic oil production – these steps will lower gas prices. Vote to cut wasteful spending that causes inflation and sponsor a balanced budget amendment to permanently control spending.
Website: CastelliForNC.com
Party: Democratic
Background: I am a mom, attorney, and community leader. In Congress, I have fought to bring down costs for families, cap prescription drug costs, protect women’s access to health care, defend Social Security and Medicare, and expand vocational training programs.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
1 – Lower families’ costs, cap prescription drug costs, streamline supply chains, and stop big oil price gouging. 2 – Protect access to abortion and birth control so women can make their own health care decisions. 3 – Expand vocational education programs in NC schools and community colleges.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: We must do more to address the rising cost of living in NC. That’s why I will work to: 1) Cap the cost of prescription drugs, including insulin. 2) Crack down on corporate price gouging and bring down gas prices. 3) Invest in good-paying manufacturing jobs and vocational training.
Website: KathyManningForNC.com
Party: Libertarian
Background: I’m a working class American who’s fed up with business as usual in Washington and I’m willing to fight for those who can’t.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
Term limits for federal office; Balanced Budget Amendment linking the total budget to a % of GDP; Replacing income and investment derived taxes with a consumption tax like the fairtax ( fairtax.org); Regulatory oversight and revue
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 1 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on gun ownership: I’m very pro second amendment, I’d fight anything that restricted private gun, ammunition or accessories ownership. In addition I’d author and work to pass mandated criminal weapons use (including existing law) prosecution and sentence enhancements.
Option 2 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on abortion access: Dobbs v Jackson women’s health returned this issue to state legislative bodies, I’ll fight any effort to legislate federal control of the issue on either side short of an actual amendment to the constitution.
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: Switching to the fairtax will allow businesses to lower prices due to reduced compliance costs, workers will be able to get more of their income & make more with the elimination of income tax plus the “prebate” will put money back in their pockets details at fairtax.org.
Website: TommyTheTrucker.com
Party: Democratic
Background: Member of the North Carolina State House (2011-Present); Educator for children with special needs; Small business owner of a home health company
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
Expand Access to Healthcare, such as Medicaid expansion; Invest in our rural communities; Protect our drinking water from polluters
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: Our communities are working harder, but paychecks aren’t getting bigger. To help families address the pressures they’re facing, we need to make it easier for families to succeed at work and at home. That means raising the minimum wage, leveling the playing field, and fighting corporate greed.
Website: VoteCharlesGraham.com
Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
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Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
Background: Son of Retired Army Pilot and Schoolteacher; Lt. Col., US Air Force (Ret); Worked past 20 years at Ft. Bragg, training soldiers; 5-term Senator (Hoke and Cumberland); Proud, Common Sense Democrat; Husband, Father, Leader, Servant, Christian.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
Protecting American democracy. Protecting women’s rights. Reducing mass shootings and gun deaths. When guns have more rights than women and sitting Congressman participate in insurrections without consequence, our entire way of life is in jeopardy. This has to change.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 1 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on gun ownership: I’m a gun owner. Most everyone I know is. The idea that Democrats want to take guns from law-abiding citizens is fear mongering. I do believe we should take assault rifles out of teenagers’ hands. I’ll fight for that in Congress.
Website: BenClarkNC.com
Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
Background: Nurse, Veteran and Chairman of the Burke County Democratic Party (5 yrs).
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
Economy, Healthcare and Education.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
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Website: PamGenant.com
Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
Background: I am an ordained minister, organizer, and a twice elected Buncombe County Commissioner with a strong track record of creating bipartisan support for solutions on issues like the opioid epidemic and early childhood education.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 2 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on abortion access: I am a Pro-Choice pastor who strongly believes in the separation of church and state. I will be a strong voice and vote for legislation codifying the rights enumerated in Roe v. Wade, the right to access contraceptives, and the right for Americans to marry the person they love.
Website: JasmineForCongress.com
Party: Libertarian
Background: I own and operate a marketing agency focusing on helping other small businesses grow.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
I’m a supporter of the Fair Tax. This would eliminate the federal income tax and self-employment tax, benefiting both employers and employees. I’m also fighting against patent protection laws that allow Big Pharma to operate without competition. This will lower the cost of prescription drugs.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: I have an 8-point plan that can be viewed at project1971.org.
Website: CoatneyForCongress.com
Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
Background: I received my bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in Art Education from N.C. A&T State University and took my Ph.D. in Art Education and Multicultural Education from The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. I also served 4 terms in Congress.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
For me there are four necessities that all people require to live a quality life – affordable and accessible healthcare, access to healthy and nutritious food, fair and affordable housing, and a quality, first-class education. Improving these priorities impact the quality life for all NC.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 1 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on gun ownership: The steps I would take and plan on taking to address the new restrictions on gun ownership would be, but not limited to: Ban assault rifles, Pass Gun Safety legislation.
Option 2 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on abortion access: I believe it’s the woman’s right to privacy and to choose what she needs to do with her body medically. Reproductive issues are medical issues and they should be kept private between a woman and her doctor.
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: Specific steps to address economic stress would be to pass the Lower Food And Fuel Costs Act, Ocean Shipping Reform Act, which will further decrease the cost of getting goods to the market and pass the Inflation Reduction Act. Passing these bills will reduce economic stress.
Website: AlmaAdamsForCongress.com
Party: Republican
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Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
Background: First and foremost, I’m a husband and father of 2. I’ve spent two terms serving North Carolina families in the State Senate. I worked for President Obama during some of his toughest fights to deliver affordable healthcare, and VP Al Gore before him.
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
Working for two White House’s and in the NC Senate, I’ve learned to build coalitions to get results for working people. I’m running for Congress to reach across the aisle and lower the cost of healthcare, build a strong economy, and protect reproductive rights.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 3 – What specific steps would you take to address economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods: The rising cost of living has been hitting working families hard in NC13. In Congress, I’ll crack down on price gouging, support investments that bolster our supply chains and transportation routes, invest in the Manufacturing USA program, and prepare our workforce for the next generation of jobs.
Website: WileyNickelForCongress.com
Party: Republican
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Party: Democratic
Background: Four-term state Senator, Army National Guard (Major), Veteran of Afghanistan, Attorney
Please describe your top 2 or 3 priorities if elected:
My first bill in the state Senate eight years ago was to end gerrymandering. I still believe this deserves to be a top priority and would sponsor legislation to provide for independent redistricting. I have also been a longtime champion for early childhood education and health care expansion.
Please choose any ONE issue below and answer how you would address that issue (new restrictions on gun ownership; OR new restrictions on abortion access; OR economic stress from higher prices for gas, groceries and other goods):
Option 2 – What specific steps would you take to address new restrictions on abortion access:
I support the codification of the rights to reproductive freedom recently overturned by the Supreme Court. Revoking a fundamental right that has existed for fifty years was wrong and it created an urgent need to pass federal legislation that will provide for that right (and let’s pass the ERA).
Website: JeffJacksonNC.com
Judges are powerful! They decide cases affecting everything from your light bill and voting rights to school funding, air pollution and workplace discrimination ̶ but you decide who becomes a judge in N.C.! This year, you can elect 2 of the 7 judges on the N.C. Supreme Court and 4 of the 15 judges on the N.C. Court of Appeals.
Party: Republican
Background: I was the first in my family to attend college. I graduated first in my class from Wake Forest Law School and earned a master’s degree from Duke. I am a board-certified specialist in appeals. I have served for eight years as a Court of Appeals judge.
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: The theme of my campaign is “Leadership for our Courts.” I have the skills for the position. I have the character and temperament to reject politics and be a consensus-builder. I am always working to improve our justice system. I’ll bring this leadership to the open seat on our Supreme Court.
Website: JudgeDietz.com
Party: Democratic
Background: NC Court of Appeals Judge, 2015-Present; NC Superior Court Judge, 2010-2014; Attorney, 1992-2010; Law Clerk to NC Chief Justice James Exum, 1990-1992
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: I am running to protect the integrity of our justice system, preserve the rule of law, and defend our state and federal constitutions. Serving in our trial and appellate courts for the past dozen years has prepared me to fairly and impartially decide the most hard fought and difficult cases.
Website: LucyInmanForJustice.com and facebook.com/judgelucyinman
Party: Democratic
Background: Native of Morganton. Graduate of the Burke County public schools, Davidson College, and Harvard Law School. Private legal practice, 1981-1999; Commissioner, Utilities Commission, 1999-2009; Judge, Court of Appeals; Associate Justice, Supreme Court.
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: I want to continue serving on the Supreme Court to ensure that North Carolina courts decide cases fairly and impartially based on the law, the facts, and nothing else; treat all people as equal under the law; and give everyone a fair chance to be heard.
Website: ErvinForJustice.org
Party: Republican
Background: During a 22-year legal career, I have been a US Marine, a partner at a Raleigh law firm, and a tenured professor at UNC Chapel Hill. In my role as General Counsel for our court system, I give legal guidance to judges and other court officials.
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: Many people believe that judges follow their political views instead of the law. If elected to the NC Supreme Court, I will work to restore trust in our courts by faithfully applying the law to the facts in every case without regard to my political opinions. I will treat everyone with respect.
Website: TreyAllenNC.com
Party: Republican
Background: I have pertinent, diverse legal experience writing hundreds of judicial opinions for nine appellate jurists, including four at the Court of Appeals; serving as in-house counsel and managing partner for a private sector business; and teaching law.
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: To the Court, I seek to bring my extensive experience and commitment to fairness. If elected, I will uphold the Judicial Branch Mission: “To protect and preserve the rights and liberties of all the people, as guaranteed by the Constitutions and laws of the United States and North Carolina[.]”
Website: JuleeFlood.com, facebook.com/people/Julee-Flood-for-Judge-NC-Court-of-Appeals/100068962580162/
Party: Democratic
Background: BA-Hampton University; JD-NCCU School of Law. I have over 25 years of combined legal & judicial experience, having served as a District Court Judge & Superior Court Judge.
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: I am the only candidate in this race with judicial experience. I understand the importance of applying the law to the facts of each case. True justice is independent of party affiliation, divisive ideologies, & social differences. I will serve with integrity, fairness, & impartiality.
Website: CarolynThompsonforJudge.com
Party: Democratic
Background: Raised on a multi-generational family farm in rural Harnett County; Graduate of Campbell Law School; Founder/Partner of The Salmon Firm (criminal, civil and administrative law); Represented NC House District 51 (Lee, Harnett); District Court Judge 11A
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: Should I be able to serve on the Court of Appeals, I will bring the experiences of being a law maker, a lawyer, and a judge to the bench. A rare perspective that will help me be an effective appellate court judge and serve the citizens of North Carolina well.
Website: JudgeBradSalmon.com
Party: Republican
Background: Judge, Court of Appeals since 2006; District Court Judge Wake County, 2004-06; 2014 LL.M. Duke Law School; 1988 JD, Campbell Law School, 1st in class; 1985 BA, Campbell University; Private practice, 16 years; Adjunct professor, Campbell Law since 2008
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: I seek re-election to this Court. Since 2007, I have considered each case fully and fairly and applied the law exactly as written. I began serving as Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals in 2021, and I support the independence, professionalism, and integrity of our judges and courts at all levels.
Website: JudgeStroud.com
Party: Democratic
Background: I proudly served as a U.S. Navy Judge Advocate General (JAG) before working as an Assistant District Attorney and as an Assistant Federal Public Defender. In 2012, I was elected to serve as a Superior Court Judge in Cumberland County.
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: My humble background and my diverse legal experience bring a balanced and broad perspective to the Court, and equip me to consider matters from various viewpoints before making a fair decision. My decisions will be grounded in the law, fairness, and impartiality.
Website: JudgeGaleAdams.com
Party: Republican
Background: 20 years of Judicial Service. Masters in Judicial Process-UVa; Masters of Business -Duke University; a Juris Doctor w/honors Campbell Law. a B.A.in English & Education from the University of North Carolina-Wilmington. School teacher; Probation Officer
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: My philosophy is “To protect and preserve the rights and liberties of all the people, as guaranteed by the Constitutions and laws of the United States and North Carolina, by providing a fair, independent and accessible forum for the just, timely and economical resolution of their legal affairs.”
Website: JudgeJohnTyson.com, facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063516370105
Party: Democratic
Background: 25 yrs of private practice in all levels of state courts, from Small Claims to the Supreme Court. 12 yrs. in the General Assembly. Sentencing Commission; Courts Commission; Top Rated Lawyer in Litigation for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court:I love my job as Judge on the Court of Appeals and I am running to keep it. I am the only candidate for Seat 11 w/ appellate experience. I have filed appeals, argued appeals, & now as a judge, I have written 100+ opinions. I judge individual cases on the facts and the law and nothing more.
Website: DarrenJackson.org
Party: Republican
Background: I currently serve as a District Court Judge and Reservist for the US Air Force as an Assistant Staff Judge Advocate, Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, former prosecutor, former defense attorney, and former attorney for the law enforcement.
Please share your personal statement about why you want to serve on this court: I am a native and lifelong resident of NC with a professional career dedicated to service of country and community. My legal experience will be a unique contribution to the NCCOA as I have served in the capacity of judge, prosecutor, defense attorney, attorney for law enforcement, and USAF JAG.
Website: JudgeStading.com, facebook.com/JudgeMichaelStadingForNCCOA
The General Assembly in Raleigh has 50 members in the N.C. Senate and 120 members in the N.C. House who represent Districts across the state. All members will be elected this year for a two-year term. They debate and adopt laws and a state budget affecting healthcare, jobs, schools, taxes, racial justice, roads, voting, climate change, abortion, guns and more.
As in Congress, Democratic and Republican legislators often sharply disagree on issues. Learn about the candidates seeking to represent your N.C. House and Senate Districts at NCVoterGuide.org and Vote411.org.
You can also get an idea of the difference between Democratic and Republican candidates on many issues by reading the positions of the party leaders. Here’s what party leaders in the N.C. Senate say:
Example of Different Positions of Democratic vs. Republican Legislators in the General Assembly
“Stop giving corporate titans and millionaires tax cuts and invest that money in our public school teachers and students.”
“Restore the Earned Income Tax Credit for working families.”
“Stop the sale of assault weapons, enforce strict backgrounds checks, and enact strong red flag laws to keep vulnerable parties safe.”
Opposes U.S. Supreme Court’s repeal of Roe v. Wade.
“Cut taxes on businesses and cut govt. regulation halting progress in the private economy.”
“Increase the number of charter schools and funding for students to attend them.”
Do not restore the Earned Income Tax Credit for working families.
Opposes an assault rifle ban and strong red flag laws.
Supports U.S. Supreme Court’s repeal of Roe v. Wade
Local officials often have the most direct impact on your life, so it’s important to understand their power and duties. Their decisions (and their biases) influence tax fairness, development near your home, public safety and courtroom justice, job opportunities, school discipline and graduation rates, and county health services.
Don’t be too idealistic about what an elected official can achieve, because that may lead you to become cynical about politics. Democracy is messy, with many voices and demands in the mix. Persistence and organizing with others will pay off!
Preview your own ballot at ncvoter.org/lookup or NCVoterGuide.org
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THIS 2022 VOTER GUIDE is produced by Democracy NC and Common Cause, which are not affiliated with any political party or candidate. The Guide is based on responses from the candidates and vital information about the voting process. Material for some candidates comes from their websites.
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