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Fraternal Order of Police
2025 North Carolina General Election Ballot
Charlotte Mecklenburg Fraternal Order of Police
Each candidate is selected based on their support for law-enforcement after an extensive review process. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Fraternal Order of Police Political Endorsement Committee contacts every candidate advising them of our endorsement process. Candidates who reply with an interest are sent a series of questions to answer concerning current topics and trends relating to policing, followed by an in-person interview with our endorsement committee.
The committee selects and endorses candidates based on a strong commitment to working with our organization to improve public safety in Charlotte.
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Charlotte City Council - At Large
Dimple Ajmera
DemocraticCouncilmember - At Large, Charlotte City
Top pickCouncilwoman Ajmera is a two-time FOP endorsed councilwoman and Chairs the City of Charlotte's Budget Committee and serves as a member of the Housing & Community Safety Committee. Councilwoman Ajmera championed providing city healthcare coverages for families of employees killed in the line of duty after the death of CMPD Officer Joshua Eyer, who was killed on April 29, 2024. Due to Councilwoman Ajmera, this benefit was unanimously approved by all members of council.
Victoria Watlington
DemocraticCouncilmember - At Large, Charlotte City
Top pickCouncilwoman Watlington was courageous enough to publicly call out the payout to CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings. She is a three-time FOP endorsed councilwoman and Charis the City of Charlotte's Housing & Community Safety Committee.
James Mitchell Jr.
DemocraticManaging Director, Integrated Capital Strategies
The author of this voter guide has not weighed in on this candidate.
LaWana Slack-Mayfield
DemocraticFounder, Inspyred Creatives LLC
The author of this voter guide has not weighed in on this candidate.
Misun Kim
RepublicanPresident, One Step Real Estate Consulting
The author of this voter guide has not weighed in on this candidate.
Edwin B. Peacock III
RepublicanCouncilmember - District 6, Charlotte City
The author of this voter guide has not weighed in on this candidate.
Charlotte City Council - District 3
Joi Mayo
DemocraticCommunity Engagement Manager, TreesCharlotte
Top pickJoi is a very energetic and compassionate candidate. She has dedicated herself to improving public safety and will be a refreshing addition to Charlotte City Council.
James H. Bowers
Republican
The author of this voter guide has not weighed in on this candidate.
Robin Emmons
No Party Preference
The author of this voter guide has not weighed in on this candidate.
Charlotte City Council - District 4
Renee Perkins Johnson
DemocraticCouncilmember - District 4, Charlotte City
Top pickCouncilwoman Perkins-Johnson has committed to working with the FOP to improve public safety. Being a sitting councilwoman, she’s attune to city policy and budget and will be a great advocate for our members.
Charlotte City Council - District 6
Krista Bokhari
RepublicanMarketing Director, Bokhari Group
Top pickKrista has been a huge advocate for police, even leading a community-wide program to show officers that Charlotte citizens truly care about their work. The Bokhari name is one known by our officers as one that stands alongside them.
Kimberly Owens
DemocraticGlobal Head of Legal, Managing Director, Nuveen Natural Capital
The author of this voter guide has not weighed in on this candidate.
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About Fraternal Order of Police
As a ground-up organization, the direction of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Fraternal Order of Police is shaped by the voices of those who serve. Our membership reflects the wide spectrum of law enforcement, including police officers, deputy sheriffs, detention officers, state troopers, employees of state and federal agencies, administrative professionals, and passionate supporters of law enforcement. Though the uniforms we wear may differ, our shared commitment is the same: to serve and protect our communities.
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