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Jerry moved to Raleigh in 1953, and attended local public schools there. He attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is married with three grown children.

Jerry is retired. Previously, he has owned multiple businesses, including a Blimpie Base sub shop, a small chain of Dry Cleaners and Coin Laundries named 'The Cleaners', several rental houses, and WashLand of Wilson.

Jerry Doliner's campaign for State Representative in State House District 40 is his first entry into politics. 

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Believes in "less government" and "lower taxes." Supports reducing regulations to benefit small businesses.

Supports less government and lower taxes.

Supports distributing the North Carolina budget surplus back to taxpayers, the state rainy day fund, teacher bonuses, and first responder bonuses.

Supports lowing the gasoline tax and taxing electric vehicle users in some way.

- Supports less government and lower taxes.
- Supports distributing the North Carolina budget surplus back to taxpayers, the state rainy day fund, teacher bonuses, and first responder bonuses.
- Supports lowing the gasoline tax and taxing electric vehicle users in some way.

Economy

Believes the earth's history shows extreme climate changes over billions of years. Criticizes government claims of having climate change "under control."

Does not believe current climate change is caused by or able to be regulated by humans. 

- Does not believe current climate change is caused by or able to be regulated by humans. 

Energy & the Environment

As of June 14, 2024, Jerry Doliner’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Believes government public schools are failing to properly educate children and opposes additional funding until test scores improve. Supports charter schools, stating they provide better educational outcomes, and criticizes teachers unions for not acting in children's best interests.

Supports charter schools, stating they provide better educational outcomes than public schools, and criticizes teachers unions for not acting in children's best interests.

Believes there is "too much bloat in school administrations" and supports reducing admin staff to increase teacher pay. Opposes additional funding for public schools until test scores improve and is a strong proponent of charter schools.

Supports reducing public school administration staff to increase teacher pay. Opposes additional funding for public schools until test scores improve.

Aims to pass laws to encourage 2 parent families to improve educational outcomes.

Supports free tuition to state colleges and universities for currently employed school teachers.

- Supports charter schools, stating they provide better educational outcomes than public schools, and criticizes teachers unions for not acting in children's best interests.
- Supports reducing public school administration staff to increase teacher pay. Opposes additional funding for public schools until test scores improve.
- Aims to pass laws to encourage 2 parent families to improve educational outcomes.
- Supports free tuition to state colleges and universities for currently employed school teachers.

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Jerry Doliner

Jerry Doliner is a long-time resident of Raleigh, having moved there in 1953, and attended local public schools including Clarence Poe Elementary and later UNC Chapel Hill. He is married with three grown children and four grandchildren. The information provided does not include the church he attends.

Jerry Doliner is a retired businessman who has owned and operated various enterprises including a Blimpie Base sub shop, a small chain of Dry Cleaners and Coin Laundries named 'The Cleaners', and several rental houses. He is fully retired as of April 2020.

As of July 8, 2024, Jerry Doliner’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes government public schools are failing to properly educate children in basic subjects. Supports charter schools, stating they generally provide better education outcomes than government-run schools.

Believes in exclusive support for government schools and advocates for implementing court-mandated funding levels from the Leandro case. Highlights the success of the original case's namesake, now the lead attorney for the current appeal.

Believes that omitting the story of MLK from education is a "dereliction of duty" and criticizes the lack of diversity in school events as "complacency in BOTH communities."

Believes K-12 education should include teaching about significant historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr. Criticizes schools for not informing children about the importance of MLK Day.

Ballotpedia, Joe John

Joe is from East Chicago, Indiana. He has bachelors, masters, and law degrees from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. He and his wife Evelyn have three grown children and live in North Raleigh. 

Prior to his service in the North Carolina House, Joe worked as a 
special assistant to the director and executive director in the North Carolina State Crime Laboratory. He has also worked as the deputy commissioner, acting commissioner, and director of hearings for the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles and as a judge in the Court of Appeals, Superior Court, and District Courts of North Carolina. 

Joe John is currently serving as a State Representative in State House District 40. He was first elected in 2016 and is serving his fourth term. During his legislative service, he has chaired the North Carolina Courts Commission.

As of June 14, 2024, Joe John’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports establishing a non-partisan redistricting commission to ensure voters have a greater voice in selecting their representatives.

Supports establishing a non-partisan redistricting commission.

Supports non-partisan election of judges.

- Supports establishing a non-partisan redistricting commission.
- Supports non-partisan election of judges.

Believes in maintaining a high-quality educational environment to prepare North Carolina’s children for future jobs. Supports post-high school training and skills development.

- Believes in maintaining a high-quality educational environment to prepare North Carolina’s children for future jobs. Supports post-high school training and skills development.

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Joe John

Joe John was born in East Chicago, Indiana, and later settled in North Augusta, South Carolina. He attended Belmont Abbey College and earned his BA, MA, and JD degrees at UNC-Chapel Hill, also studying at the University of Paris (Sorbonne) and Heidelberg University. Currently, he resides in North Raleigh with his wife of 41 years, Evelyn, and together they have raised three children and have seven grandchildren. Information about the church he attends is not provided.

Joe John began his legal career as a staff attorney with the Greensboro Legal Aid Foundation and later served as an Assistant District Attorney and Chief Assistant District Attorney for Guilford County. He then worked as a litigation attorney in the Greensboro legal partnership of Pell, Pell, Weston and John. His judicial career spanned over 25 years in North Carolina, including roles as a Guilford County District Court Judge, Chief District Court Judge, Resident Superior Court Judge, and Associate Judge of the North Carolina Court of Appeals. After his appellate court term, he worked as an Emergency Judge, arbitrator, and Certified Mediator, and held various positions within the NC Division of Motor Vehicles and the State Crime Lab before being elected to the NC House of Representatives from District 40.

Joe John has been serving as a representative in the NC House of Representatives from District 40 since his election in 2016. During his legislative service, he has chaired the North Carolina Courts Commission and has been a member of the Legislative Ethics Committee. His committee assignments include Appropriations, Justice and Public Safety Appropriations, Rules Calendar and Operations of the House, Judiciary, Election Law and Campaign Finance, and Education--Community Colleges and Transportation.

Supports listening to the needs and concerns of North Carolina's working men and women.

Believes in "equity and environmental commitments" and "proactiveness in addressing climate issues."

As a House Representative, received Sierra Club endorsement for supporting environmental issues in North Carolina.

Believes in being a "climate champion" and supports winning the 2024 Election with Climate Cabinet Action's endorsement.

Supports reproductive rights and has been endorsed by Planned Parenthood Votes! South Atlantic for the 2024 Election.

Supports reproductive rights, as evidenced by endorsement from Planned Parenthood Votes! South Atlantic for "continued support of reproductive rights in North Carolina."

Believes in a "fresh approach" to drawing legislative districts that avoids divisive tactics and aims for responsible governance meeting the needs of all North Carolina families.

Believes in requiring valid identification at the polls but allows for a "Photo ID exemption Form" if voters cannot present an ID.

Believes voters should show valid identification at the polls but allows for a "Photo ID exemption Form" if they cannot present an ID.

Believes that "swift justice in the criminal courts and the prompt resolution of litigation in the civil courts" are seriously jeopardized.

Believes a strong educational system from early years through college is essential for children's development and a robust economy in North Carolina.

Ballotpedia, Michael Munger

Duke Chronicle, Duke professor Michael Munger runs for state house with focus on education, affordable housing

Mike is from Florida. He holds a bachelor's degree in economics from Davidson College. He also holds both a master's degree in economics and a doctorate degree in economics from Washington University in St. Louis.

Mike currently works as the director of the philosophy, politics, and economics program and the department chair of political science at Duke University. He previously worked as an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. 

Mike Munger ran for state senator in District 13 in 2022 and state representative in District 34 in 2020, but he did not win either race. He also ran for governor of North Carolina in 2008, but he did not win. 

Believes North Carolina should end its monopoly on retail alcohol sales, citing high costs and inconvenience due to fewer outlets compared to neighboring states.

Supports free-market, retail sale of alcohol.

Opposes alcohol prices set by the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission.

Believes tax revenue from alcohol sales can "expand opportunities for school choice in rural areas." Supports increasing personal responsibility in education.

Opposes high alcohol prices and wants to install an alcohol tax that keep prices regulated after privatization. 

- Supports free-market, retail sale of alcohol.
- Opposes alcohol prices set by the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission.
- Opposes high alcohol prices and wants to install an alcohol tax that keep prices regulated after privatization. 

As of June 14, 2024, Mike Munger’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes that "giving students, families and teachers greater choice" is essential for building successful lives and preparing North Carolina for future challenges. Supports developing better learning environments and strengthening communities through increased educational choices.

Wants to develop effective learning environments. 

The candidate's website says, "Duke's Michael Munger decides to run for NC House, emphasizes school choice and alcohol taxes - Michael C. Munger H40"

- Wants to develop effective learning environments. 
- Supports school choice. 

Mike Munger

- Opposes free-market liquor sales. 
- Opposes alcohol prices set by the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission.
- Opposes high alcohol prices and wants to install an alcohol tax that keep prices regulated after privatization. 

Mike Munger grew up on an orange farm in rural central Florida and graduated from Davidson College in 1980. He has lived in North Carolina for most of his life. Details about his church attendance and family are not provided.

Mike Munger is a professor of political science and director of undergraduate studies at Duke University, where he has worked for 23 years. He also directs Duke’s philosophy, politics, and economics certificate program. Prior professional positions are not detailed in the provided information.

Mike Munger has run for office in North Carolina, including a gubernatorial bid as a Libertarian candidate in 2008 where he achieved 3% of the vote. He is currently listed as a Libertarian candidate for the North Carolina House of Representatives. There is no information available on any political office he may have held, appointments, or committees he has served on.

Believes access to high-quality, affordable healthcare is essential and that state regulation significantly impacts healthcare quality, access, and affordability.

Believes healthcare policy should prioritize patients in decision-making to ensure high-quality, accessible, and affordable care. Criticizes state laws that hinder healthcare providers from offering innovative services.

Believes "politicized solutions and bureaucratic regulation" detract from patient-centered healthcare and hinder innovation by misaligning incentives with better outcomes.

Opposes "anticompetitive and protectionist certificate of need laws" that hinder healthcare growth and affordability, particularly in rural and disadvantaged urban areas.

Believes putting patients and families at the center of healthcare starts by offering choice. Supports healthcare systems that increase quality, expand accessibility, and decrease cost by responding to patient and family choices.

Supports transitioning Medicaid to a state-funded health savings account for more flexible healthcare options.

Supports removing state licensing barriers to innovative healthcare delivery options like direct primary care, telemedicine, and out-of-state licensed doctors providing charitable care.

Believes North Carolina can achieve better healthcare outcomes by promoting a high-quality, accessible, and affordable system based on choice. Supports providing individuals and families with healthcare options that meet their lifestyle and care needs while introducing incentives to reduce costs.

Believes in a healthcare approach that allows individuals and families to make personal decisions, strengthens patient-doctor relationships, and incorporates incentives for innovation and cost reduction.

Believes "choice can create a high quality, accessible, affordable healthcare system." Supports patient autonomy in healthcare decisions, including abortion and medical marijuana.

Believes political gerrymandering has caused instability in district representation, as he has been moved to three different districts in five years without relocating.

Supports school choice and emphasizes the importance of educational options for children.

Believes in "greater educational opportunities for students and families." Supports policies that enhance education for children, college students, and K-12 schools.

The candidate's website says, "Duke’s Michael Munger decides to run for NC House, emphasizes school choice and alcohol taxes Gallery"

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