Endorsements
Congressmen Walter Jones, Virginia Foxx, Howard Coble, Sue Myrick, Patrick McHenry and Former Congressman Robin Hayes
“In my best judgment…as I look at their records, their philosophies, and their ability to win this seat back and truly represent the people of North Carolina, Harold Johnson is without question the right candidate to win this seat. From my first meeting with Harold Johnson, I was very impressed with his knowledge of the issues, his commitment to his country, and his desire to serve the people of the 8th District.”
Former 8th District candidates Hal Jordan, Lou Huddleston, and Darrell Day
Huddleston – “I’ve gotten to know Harold well on the campaign trail, and I believe he’s got the positive vision and steady temperament to defeat Larry Kissell in November. Most importantly, I’d expect Harold to be a strong and able advocate in Congress for our shared conservative values.”
70th Governor of North Carolina James G. Martin
“I absolutely endorse and support Harold Johnson and hope you will support him in the Republican primary May 4th. Harold knows the people of North Carolina and will represent them well. The federal government should not spend what it does not have. Harold understands this and will fight to keep America strong.”
68th Governor of North Carolina Jim Holshouser
Tea Party leaders Craig Nannini, Corey Thompson, Tariq Bokhari, Lori Stadler, Russ Fincham, and Kristie Chapman
NASCAR Champion Darrell Waltrip
“Harold is a great friend and has been a great friend of the industry and the people of North Carolina in his time on the air. And, I know he’ll continue to be someone we can trust when he goes to Washington. That’s why I’m supporting Harold Johnson and I hope you’ll join me in supporting Harold in the primary.”
State Representative Justin Burr
“We’ve gotta get help in Raleigh and we’ve gotta get some help in Washington and we have a guy right here that can do that. Someone we can be proud of that will do what’s right in Washington and will take care of the District. I am proud to stand behind him tonight and I certainly hope he’s who we send to Washington next year.”
Weddington Mayor Nancy Anderson
“Harold Johnson is an old friend with new ideas. Harold takes a straight forward, commonsense approach to getting our country back on track. Like most of you, I remember Harold from his days in broadcasting, but have gotten to know him personally during the campaign. I have carefully studied the field of candidates, and I am convinced that Harold Johnson is the strongest challenger against the Democratic incumbent. Harold can win. I wholeheartedly endorse Harold Johnson, for the 8th District Congressional seat. It’s time to take our country back.”
State Representative Fred Steen
“During these tough economic times, we need representatives in Washington who will look out for us and our families – representatives that will be most concerned with providing jobs, lowering taxes, and cutting spending. We need representatives who understand the difference between finding solutions and creating more problems.”
Former Congressman Cass Ballenger
Cabarrus County Commissioner Chairman Jay White
State Representative Jeff Barnhart
Stanly County Commissioner Jann Lowder
Former Stanly County Commissioner Gary Lowder
Former State Representative Bobby Harold Barbee, Sr.
Locust Mayor Scott Efird
Locust Councilman Joe Bishop
Locust Councilman Wilson Barbee
Former Stanly County Republican Chair B.A. Smith
Kannapolis City Councilman Roger Haas
Cabarrus County School Board members Carolyn Carpenter and Andrea Palo