Jake Johnson

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Jake Johnson

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign State House of Reps
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Community
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Personal Background

Jake Johnson, the first in his family to attend college, graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a degree in Political Science and a minor in Economics. Early in his career, he was elected to the Polk County Board of Commissioners, where he managed significant local initiatives and economic development projects. Johnson transitioned to the North Carolina House of Representatives, where he was appointed to the 113th district and later became the House Deputy Majority Whip. Concurrently, he maintains a career as a real estate agent, showcasing a blend of public service and private sector experience.

Political Ideas

Jake Johnson combines a staunch pro-life stance with a free-market economic philosophy, advocating for lower taxes and fewer regulations while supporting local control in education. His background as a real estate agent and county commissioner hints at a highly localized approach to governance, balancing traditional values with a pragmatic focus on economic development. Johnson’s rhetorical style likely emphasizes community and individual responsibility, creating a compelling but somewhat paradoxical political identity.

Campaigns
2024: North Carolina State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina House of Representatives 113th district general election, 2024

34,467 votes (66.68%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Appropriations
Vice Chair
Appropriations, Capital and Information Technology
Chair
Commerce and Economic Development
Vice Chair
Education - K-12
Member
House Select Committee on Helene Recovery
Vice Chair
House Select Committee on Oversight and Reform
Chair
Oversight
Chair
Wildlife Resources
Member
Joint Legislative Commission on Governmental Operations
Member
Joint Legislative Transportation Oversight Committee
Advisory Member
Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Information Technology
Co-Chair
Joint Legislative Economic Development and Global Engagement Oversight Committee
Member
Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Agriculture and Natural and Economic Resources
Advisory Member
2022: North Carolina State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina House of Representatives 113th district general election, 2022

27,267 votes (100.00%)

Win

North Carolina House of Representatives 113th district Republican primary election, 2022

7,585 votes (65.08%)

Win
2020: North Carolina State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina House of Representatives 113th district general election, 2020

30,367 votes (59.59%)

Win