Former AG Nominee & Senator Buck Newton Endorses Dr. Joan Perry for Congress | Eastern North Carolina Now

Press Release:

    Today, former Republican Attorney General nominee and State Senator Buck Newton endorsed Dr. Joan Perry for Congress in the NC-3 Special Election to fill the seat of the late Congressman Walter Jones. While in the state senate, Newton established himself as a strong conservative leader who led efforts to reduce regulations on gun ownership and protect religious liberty, and toughen punishment for sex offenders. Prior to his time in the state senate, Newton served as the Chairman of the Wilson County Republican Party and as an aide to U.S. Senator Jesse Helms.

    "Dr. Joan Perry is a tried and true conservative and the best choice for Eastern North Carolina. I have no doubt she will defend our Second Amendment rights, protect our religious freedom, and stand strong for President Trump," said Newton. "We can rely on her because the Christian faith is the foundation of her guiding principles. I'm happy to endorse Joan because I know she cares more about Eastern North Carolina voters than any Washington insider."

    "Buck Newton is a conservative stalwart who recognizes Eastern North Carolina values are under attack everyday by the far left. Through hard work and unwavering commitment to our conservative beliefs, Buck exemplifies Republican leadership like we need in Washington," said Perry. "I am grateful for Buck's endorsement and know that we both share a commitment to conservative values."

    Dr. Joan Perry is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill, where she was one of the first women to earn the Morehead Scholarship. During medical school at UNC, she married her husband, Jimbo, and stayed there for an additional three years to complete her residency in pediatrics. With the birth of her first son during medical school and second son during internship/residency, Joan quickly learned how to juggle the demands of motherhood and a career. Upon residency completion, she moved to Kinston where she and Jimbo added three more sons to the line-up. She later earned appointments to the UNC Board of Governors, Gov. Pat McCrory's health and human services transition team, and Gov. Jim Martin's North Carolina Day Care Commission. A dedicated triathlete, she and her husband have housed more than 20 youth and young adults who needed a loving home. They helped to start Grace Fellowship Church over 25 years ago and remain active members today.