“Before he became a judge, I knew Justice Edmunds’ reputation as an excellent lawyer, both in private practice and as the United States Attorney for the Middle District of North Carolina. He has brought to the Supreme Court insight resulting from a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to the rule of law, and legal and writing skills that have helped him master the difficult profession of appellate judging. Bob and I have collaborated together in Continuing Legal Education programs where he has consistently shown himself to be an excellent teacher, in full command of his subject. I am pleased to support him as he seeks reelection to the Supreme Court.”
~ Former Chief Justice Rhoda Billings
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“I have known Justice Edmunds for years, both professionally and socially. We attend the same church in Greensboro. When Bob was the United States Attorney, he had a well-deserved reputation for aggressive prosecution, for absolute integrity, and for the professionalism with which he ran the office. His years of experience on the Supreme Court and, before that, on the Court of Appeals, have made him an effective Associate Justice and a valuable member of the Court. I give him my full support as he seeks reelection.”
~ Former Chief Justice Jim Exum
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“A Supreme Court Justice must make many difficult decisions. In the eight years he has served on the Court, Justice Edmunds’ work has been outstanding. His education and wide-ranging experience prepared him for the bench, and he has worked hard since he was first elected to become an outstanding Justice. He is a very valuable member of the Court. He is careful and thoughtful in his work and courteous to all who come before him. His opinions are well-reasoned and well-written. I am delighted to support him as he seeks reelection to another term on the Supreme Court in this nonpartisan judicial election.”
~ Former Chief Justice Burley Mitchell
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“I have had the privilege of working with Bob on the Supreme Court. His recognized expertise in criminal law and criminal procedure were extraordinarily valuable because so much of the Court’s docket consists of criminal cases. When the Court confers behind closed doors, Bob brings a strong intelligence and a common sense to the discussion. His colleagues on the Court share my deep respect for him. Moreover, Bob is one of the hardest working people I know. He comes to work early in the morning and is the one who turns off the lights at night. He is so diligent that I nicknamed him 'the Rock of Gibraltar.' It was absolutely typical of Bob that he sacrificed two summers to return to law school and earn an advanced degree so that he would be a better Justice. The voters of North Carolina got a great bargain when the elected Bob to the Supreme Court. His presence on the Court is vital to our justice system and I enthusiastically support him for reelection.”
~ Former Chief Justice Beverly Lake
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“I first worked with Bob when he was United States Attorney in Greensboro and I was Director of the State Bureau of Investigation. We frequently met to coordinate state and federal law enforcement in North Carolina. I was impressed with Bob’s professionalism and integrity. He was a tough but thoughtful prosecutor who worked hard to protect the citizens of this state. Every decision he made was based on the merits of the case; politics never played a role. I have seen that he has brought these same qualities of professionalism to the Supreme Court, where he has proven himself to be a valuable Justice. I hope everyone will join me in supporting Bob.”
~ Robert Morgan,
Former United States Senator, North Carolina, FormerAttorney General,
Former Director of the State Bureau of Investigation |
