GRNC's 2020 Candidate Evaluations



 
 
Grass Roots North Carolina is proud to release its "Remember in November" Candidate Evaluations for the 2020 Election...
 
 
This guide estimates where candidates stand on gun issues by comparing their views with those of a control group of gun owners. As noted below, a "4-STAR" candidate agrees with the control group on at least 90% of gun issues, a 3-STAR agrees on least 80%, a 2-STAR on at least 70%, a 1-STAR on at least 60%, and a 0-STAR candidate agrees on less than 60% of gun issues.
 
 
 

 
 
 
About Remember in November
If you are a new GRNC member who has not yet used GRNC’s “Remember in November” voter guides, you will soon experience the most comprehensive, objective and accurate candidate evaluation system in the state, and perhaps the country. Like a “AAA Guide” to political candidates, “Remember in November” tells you who supports your gun rights. GRNC candidate evaluations are even used by non-partisan “Project Vote Smart.”
 
Getting 150,000 voter guides into the hands of gun-owning voters is no small task, taking the work of dozens of volunteers and upwards of $40,000.
 
We really need your help to get these guides into all of those hands. Won't you please consider contributing to help us with the "Remember in November" initiative? If you can, CLICK HERE to contribute (or go to: http://grnc.org/join-grnc/contribute).
 

Registering & Voting

Option 1: Register in-person at your county Board of Elections office or mail registration forms to the office by October 12. Forms are available at Board of Elections offices, county libraries, county offices or online at http://www.ncsbe.gov/ by clicking on “Voter Registration,” then “Updating Voter Registration” and then using the link for “North Carolina Voter Registration Application.”

Option 2: You may register at DMV offices or other state agencies which dispense benefits (e.g. DSS, WIC, ESC, etc).

Note: If you are a DMV customer with a NC driver’s license or DMV-issued ID, you may now register to vote or change certain parts of your registration online. Using this service existing DMV customers may register to vote, update their voter registration address, or update their party affiliation. For information: www.ncsbe.gov/Voters/Registering-to-Vote

Getting Voter Information

Under the “Web tools” icon on the NCSBE home page at http://www.ncsbe.gov/ you will find links to look up your voter registration, one-stop voting site, election day polling place and provisional ballot. For early voting hours in your county, you may call your Board of Elections.

Important Deadlines for General Election

  • October 9: Deadline for voter registration is 5 PM. If you miss the registration deadline you may still register and vote at the same time during the one-stop early voting period – October 15-31.
  • October 15: “One-stop” voting/registration begins.
  • October 27: Applications for absentee ballots must be received by 5 PM, but election board recommends earlier.
  • October 31: “One-stop” voting/registration ends.
  • November 3: Election Day, polls open 6:30 AM until 7:30 PM. (If you are in line by 7:30 PM, you can vote.)
  • Deadline for absentee ballots: Voted absentee ballots (placed inside the container-return envelope) must be returned to county board of elections no later than 5 PM on Election Day. Absentee ballots received after 5 PM on Election Day will be timely only if received by mail no later than 5 PM on 3rd day following date of election and postmarked on or before Election Day. Envelope may be mailed or delivered in person to county board of elections office or an open early voting site during early voting period. Only voter or voter’s near relative may return absentee ballot to board of elections.

Making Your Vote Count

  • Inform yourself: This guide presents only part of the picture.  
  • Vote early if possible at your county’s one-stop voting sites; or
  • Vote on November 3 at your designated polling place between 6:30 AM and 7:30 PM.
  • IMPORTANT: AS IN 2018, VOTING A STRAIGHT BALLOT IS NOT AN OPTION!
  • Judicial candidates: It is strongly suggested you familiarize yourself with candidates beforehand by going to: www.JudicialFairnessProject.org
  • Support GRNC! Freedom is not free!  Use the enclosed membership application!

What Candidate Listings Mean

GRNC's "Remember in November" project estimates candidates' views on "assault weapons," concealed handguns, gun storage laws, gun rationing, other gun control and the Second Amendment.  THE EVALUATIONS HEREIN ARE NOT ENDORSEMENTS.  We issued surveys first to a control group of gun owners and then to candidates. Next, we measured how closely each candidate's views and voting record (if available) agree with the control group.  Pay more attention to voting records than survey results unless, of course, you believe politicians never lie.

Sample Listing:
Name      Par/Dis   Survey   Vote   Other   Eval
Smith  J   R-15          95           92       95       **** 

“PAR/DIS”: Candidate’s party and district. “D”=Democrat, “L”=Libertarian, “R”=Republican. Number is district number. Example: “J Smith,” above is a Republican from the 15th District.

"SURVEY": The percentages listed depict agreement between a given candidate and our control group (e.g. an "80" under the "Survey" section means 80% of the candidate's answers agreed with the Conservative Gun Owners).  “NR” means the candidate failed to return the survey.

"VOTE": Votes are more accurate than surveys and should be given more attention in determining candidate stance. Where available, this column indicates how often candidates' votes agree with the control group of gun owners (e.g. a "90" under "Voting Record" indicates candidate's voting record agrees 90% of the time with what was desired by control group).

"OTHER": Derived from evaluations by other gun groups, bill sponsorship, etc.

"EVAL": The evaluation is not a rating. It estimates percentage of time candidate is expected to agree with the Conservative Gun Owners.  The maximum **** candidate tends to agree with conservative gun owners at least 90% of the time.

**** Expected to agree with conservative gun owners on at least 90% of gun issues
*** Expected to agree with conservative gun owners on at least 80% of gun issues
** Expected to agree with conservative gun owners on at least 70% of gun issues
* Expected to agree with conservative gun owners on at least 60% of gun issues
0 Expected to agree with conservative gun owners on less than 60% of gun issues or else candidate failed to return survey & insufficient information exists to make evaluation.  Is he or she hiding something?
 
 
 
 
 
  • PLEASE CONTRIBUTE TO GRNC: Help us fight gun control while we promote Second Amendment principles. Please CLICK HERE to contribute. Bear in mind that GRNC is an all-volunteer organization, so you can be sure your donations are put to the best possible use. Any amount helps, and any amount is appreciated.
 


GRNC Sponsors

 



Support these PRO RKBA merchants who, as GRNC sponsors, are supporting your Second Amendment rights:
 


Corporate Benefactors

 


Blue Ridge Marksmanship
can help you to gain a better understanding for your firearm. We help your gun handling abilities improve and we teach you ‘a way’ to shoot. There are millions of ways to fire a gun and hit a target, we will help you find the best one for you, not hammer you into ‘the way’ to shoot. http://blueridgemarksmanship.com/

 

C & E Gun Shows, 4225 Fortress Drive, Blacksburg, VA 24060; Phone 540-953-0016 or 888-715-0606; http://www.cegunshows.com/

 

Carolina Firearms Forum, http://carolinafirearmsforum.com

 

Carolina GunRunners, Whether you are a first time buyer or a shooting enthusiast, Carolina Gunrunners is the "go to Place" to fulfill your firearms needs. We offer quality products, quick turnaround and excellent customer service, all within a family friendly environment. https://carolinagunrunners.com/

 

Carolina Sporting Arms, The Carolinas' destination for quality firearms and exceptional customer service for over 20 years. We specialize in firearms and firearms-related products with unmatched expertise to help both beginners and experienced shooters find the right products to meet their needs. Charlotte's only Five-Star indoor range! - www.csaguns.com

 

DD Media, 8300 Raintree Lane, Charlotte, NC 28277, ph: 704-650-5555, fx: 704-544-0326 donna@doubledme.com

 

Dixie Deer Classic, www.dixiedeerclassic.org

 

Dixie Gun and Knife Shows, PO Box 21049, Raleigh, NC 27619, ph: 919-781-1287, www.dixiegunandknifeshow.com/

 

Dr. Dan's Freedom Forum is a call to arms for those American Patriots who, in the tradition of our founding fathers, will stand up now to defend The Constitution and the Liberties that it guarantees to each citizen, to each of us. https://drdansfreedomforum.com/

 

Greensboro Gun and Knife Show, P.O. Box 98, Stokesdale, NC 27357, ph: 336-643-1717, http://greensborogunshow.com

 

Hyatt Gun Shop, 3332 Wilkinson Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28208, 704-394-0387, www.hyattguns.com

 
MK Shows, Mike Kent, PO Box 685, Monroe, GA 30655, Mike@MKShows.com, Phone: 770-630-7296, http://MKShows.com
 
 
Triangle Shooting Academy, the largest indoor shooting range in the Carolinas, is dedicated to become the leader in responsible firearm ownership, training and proficiency. Visit us online or in person to view our range, retail, café and training classrooms. 919-802.2040, TriangleShootingAcademy.com
 
 


Corporate Patrons

 

 

Down South Ammo, Home of "SOUTHERN THUNDER" Exploding Targets, http://downsouthammo.com/

 
Reedy Creek Realty, 1818 Medfield Road, Raleigh, NC 27607, 1-877-428-SOLD(7653), NRA / CHP Instructor & Realtor serving the Triangle area, Free Firearm With Home Sale or Purchase!, http://www.ReedyCreekRealty.com
 
 
Take Aim Training, Outdoor Rifle, Handgun, Shotgun, and Archery Range located in the heart of the Carolinas. We offer Concealed carry, hunter education, and many other courses. NC & SC firearms sales and transfers. Listen to the Take Aim Training Show or online www.wixe1190.com Thursdays 4-5PM. - www.takeaimtraining.com

 
The Aisle Pawn Shop, 216 N. Main St., Mooresville, NC 28115, 704-663-5656
 

Corporate Sponsors
 
Brain Lube Online, interesting gun-related links, and more. www.BrainLubeOnline.com
 
 
Concealed Carry Academy - Concealed carry permit course. We teach for NC, FL, TN, VA and other states. Instructors are law enforcement/military. State Certified. Hands-on, personal attention, all ages especially seniors. Call: 828-356-5454 or visit www.wecancarry.com - “The most recommended course”. Individual and Group rates. Will travel.
 
 
Duncan Gun & Pawn, 414 Second St., North Wilkesboro, NC 28659, 336-667-6303, www.duncangun.com
 
 
Ed's Gun Shop, 5560 US 1 Hwy, Vass, NC 28394. 910-692-7936 (Phone) 910-692-4867 (Fax) https://www.edsgunshop.com/
 
 
Shooter's Express, 2 Caldwell Dr., Belmont, NC 28012, 800-358-GUNS, www.shootersexpress.com
 
 
TacticalGearOps, http://tacticalgearops.com - sales@tacticalgearops.com - (888) 285-2649
 
 
The Range at Ballantyne, 704-896-3155, 10913 Bailey Road, Cornelius, NC, www.therangeatballantyne.com
 
 
The Range at Lake Norman, 704-896-3155, www.therangeatlakenorman.com
 

Vanguard Security Consulting, LLC, 19135 W. Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031