Edds, Greg

Meet the Candidate

Party Legend

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  • GGreen
  • LLibertarian
  • RRepublican
  • UUnaffiliated

Running For:
NC House
District:
76
Political Affiliation:
R
Candidate Website:
https://votegregedds.com

Survey

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Question Response Comments/Notes
1. Should North Carolina parents who choose to educate their children in a non-public school be eligible to receive a state-funded scholarship grant to assist with the cost of tuition and fees? Y* All North Carolina parents contribute to the state and their local communities through income, sales, and property taxes. And all children deserve an educational experience that reflects their unique needs. Because a "one-size-fits-all" approach does not work for every student or family, prioritizing parental choice is fundamental. Parents should be empowered and encouraged to select the educational environment that best serves both their child's development and their family's priorities. And, by the way, we can do both: provide a quality public education and allow for a robust school choice system.
2. Should the N.C. General Assembly authorize non-tribal commercial gambling casinos in North Carolina? N* While the primary goal of commercial gambling is to generate tax revenue, it fails to build up individuals, strengthen families, or improve the positive culture of a community.
3. Should abortion be prohibited in North Carolina once a fetal heartbeat is detected? Y* I am Pro-Life. It's that simple.
4. Should North Carolina voters be required to show a photo ID in order to vote in North Carolina? Y* Voter ID enjoys broad support from the majority of voters in both North Carolina and across the United States. Implementing such common-sense standards is a reasonable approach to strengthening public confidence in the electoral process.
5. Should the N.C. General Assembly legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes? N* Expanding access increases availability to the general public, including our youth, which may contribute to higher rates of addiction and further normalize use in ways that could carry long-term societal consequences. Legalization also presents enforcement challenges, particularly with impaired driving and public safety, and in the end, does not necessarily eliminate the illegal market, which can continue to operate alongside legal sales.
6. Should state nondiscrimination laws include "sexual orientation" and "gender identity" as protected classifications? N
7. Should biological male students who identify as female be allowed to participate on female sports teams? N* If we are committed to protecting women and girls and promoting their athletic opportunities, allowing biological males to compete in their sports is unfair, and in many instances, poses significant safety risks.
8. Should organizations that provide abortions be allowed to receive state funds? N* I do not support using taxpayer dollars to fund organizations that perform or promote abortions. Because citizens hold deeply held beliefs on this issue, I believe public funds should be directed toward healthcare services that are broadly supported, such as prenatal care, maternal health, adoption assistance, and other programs that protect and support both the mother and the child.
9. Should North Carolina law allow a medical professional to assist another person in ending their life? N* The more we embrace, promote, and participate in a culture that diminishes the value of human life, the more we erode our respect for life itself. We should all strive to uphold and celebrate the inherent dignity and gift of every human life, not regard it as something to be casually discarded or treated as disposable.
10. Should a health care practitioner, who is present at the time a child is born alive after a failed abortion attempt, be required by state law to exercise the same degree of skill, care, and diligence to preserve the life and health of that child as would be expected for any other child born alive at the same gestational age? Y* Once a child is born alive, the abortion proponent's argument over abortion no longer applies. At that point, the newborn child is a patient, and she is entitled to appropriate medical care and the same legal protections afforded to any other infant.
11. Should North Carolina public schools be required to allow students to voluntarily participate in “released time” religious instruction during school hours—provided that it takes place off-campus, with parental consent, and at no cost to the public school unit? Y* I support allowing students to voluntarily participate in off-campus release time religious instruction with parental consent. Parents have the primary responsibility for directing their children's upbringing and education, including their religious instruction. As long as participation is voluntary, occurs off school property, does not interfere with the education process, and imposes no cost to the school system, families should have the freedom to make this choice for their children and children should be allowed to participate.
12. Should N.C. law (G.S. §90-21.5) continue to allow minors to consent to the treatment of venereal disease or other reportable communicable diseases, pregnancy (not including abortion), abuse of controlled substances or alcohol, and emotional disturbance, without parental consent? N* I believe parents have the primary responsibility - and the right - to be involved in their child's medical care. Except in extraordinary circumstances involving abuse, neglect, or an immediate medical emergency, parents should be notified and included in decisions regarding the diagnosis and treatment of their children. Strong families and communities are built on trust, and parental involvement is essential to achieving the best outcomes for children.
13. Should churches and other qualified religious organizations continue to receive tax-exempt status? Y* Churches have long been granted tax-exempt status in recognition of both their constitutional protections and the substantial benefits they provide to society. These protections help safeguard religious freedom and limit unnecessary involvement in matters of faith. In addition to their spiritual mission, churches provide significant public benefits through food assistance, disaster relief, counseling, charitable outreach, and support for struggling and needy families. These services strengthen communities and often reduce demands on government resources and help address needs that might otherwise fall to government programs, helping reduce costs to taxpayers. Maintaining tax-exempt status helps recognize the role that churches play in building stronger, healthier communities.
14. Should a person’s religious beliefs influence the decisions they make while serving in public office? Y* Every public official brings a set of deeply held convictions to the decision-making process. For many, these convictions are rooted in their faith. For others, they subscribe to a secular worldview or personal philosophy. Regardless of their source, these beliefs help shape perspectives on morality, justice, compassion, and the good of the community. Elected officials should be free to make decisions and govern according to their own conscience. My personal faith molds my worldview and drives me to respect the rights of all citizens and faithfully serve the public I was elected to represent.
15. Should the number of terms a state legislator may serve in the North Carolina General Assembly be limited? Y* Unlike members of Congress, North Carolina legislators receive very modest compensation for their service, so few seek office for financial gain. However, no elected position should become a lifelong career. I support reasonable term limits because they encourage fresh ideas, new perspectives, and greater accountability while preserving opportunities for citizen legislators to serve. Even the governor is limited to two consecutive four-year terms.