Endorsements
Community organizations and leaders in our community trust and support Judge Toby Hampson to continue serving on the North Carolina Court of Appeals.
Community Organizations
Judiciary Officials
Judge Cheri Beasley
Former Judge, Chief Justice of the NC Supreme Court
“I support Judge Toby Hampson because his integrity and commitment to fairness is exactly what North Carolinians need right now. The Court of Appeals is often the last stop for many cases in North Carolina, so it is essential that we elect Judges who have the best interests of North Carolinians in mind. Judge Hampson’s reelection would keep an experienced and dedicated Judge where he is needed most, and I urge you to join me in supporting him.”
Judge Wanda Bryant
Former judge, North Carolina Court of Appeals
“I support Judge Hampson because he is an incredibly talented, committed, and independent Judge. Judge Hampson, formerly a clerk on the Court of Appeals, exhibits a strong work ethic and excellent analysis of issues, traits I personally observed during my tenure on the Court. Judge Hampson’s opinions reflect a careful and proper interpretation of the law such that litigants on each side can clearly understand the thorough reasoning he applies. For these reasons and many more, I proudly support Judge Hampson.”
Judge Reuben Young
Former Judge, North Carolina Court of Appeals
“I support Judge Toby Hampson because of his commitment to protecting the rights of all North Carolinians at a time when constitutional freedoms are under attack. Working alongside him, I witnessed first-hand the care and impartiality with which Judge Hampson approaches his work. His reelection will ensure that North Carolinians continue to have a voice for justice, equity and fairness on the Court of Appeals.”
Judge Robin Hudson
Former judge, North Carolina SUPREME COURT
“I have known Toby Hampson for nearly 25 years since I was serving on the Court of Appeals. During that entire time, he has been handling appeals, as a law clerk, practicing lawyer, and COA Judge. He has exactly the fair-mindedness and expertise we need to keep on our courts. I am proud to endorse Judge Hampson for re-election.”
Judge Linda Stephens
Former Judge, North Carolina Court of Appeals
“North Carolinians are in need of someone who will stand up for their rights, and Judge Hampson has a history of doing just that. During my time on the North Carolina Court of Appeals, I witnessed Judge Hampson’s commitment to the law when he would appear before me to argue his clients’ cases, and he has now become an exemplary Judge. His expertise in appellate practice makes him an invaluable member of the North Carolina Court of Appeals, and it is in the best interest of all North Carolinians to reelect him.”
Associate Justice Bob Orr
Associate Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court.
“Judge Hampson was mentored by my dear friend Judge Eddie Greene, who served on the court for many years. Judge Greene served with an unwavering commitment to the rule of law, and Judge Hampson now embodies this fierce judicial independence. Judge Hampson has spent extensive time as an appellate specialist and has served for over seven years on the Court of Appeals. He has the experience and values that the judiciary and the state of North Carolina need right now. Please join me in helping to reelect Judge Hampson.”
Justice Patricia Timmons-Goodson
Former Justice, North Carolina Supreme Court
“I’ve known Judge Hampson as a law student, a law clerk, a lawyer arguing cases before the court, and now as a judge on the Court of Appeals. During his time on the bench, he has served with independence and impartiality to uphold rights guaranteed by our state and federal constitutions to all North Carolinians. This is among the many reasons that I support Judge Hampson for re-election.”
Judge Robert C “Bob” Hunter
Former judge, North Carolina SUPREME COURT
“Judge Hampson has my enthusiastic support for his reelection campaign. Why, because I know Toby well as he served as one of the best clerks I ever had during my 16 years on the North Carolina Court of Appeals. I got to know Toby not only as my law clerk, but also as a friend, and I have followed his career and his family since he was my law clerk. I’m very proud of Toby and what he’s accomplished on the North Carolina Court of Appeals, and he deserves to be reelected.”
Judge Lucy Inman
Former North Carolina Court of Appeals Judge
“Judge Toby Hampson has demonstrated integrity, fairness, and leadership throughout his career. Long before his election to the North Carolina Court of Appeals, he was a tireless advocate for the rights of everyday people. As a judge, he has faithfully upheld the rule of law, given careful attention to the facts of every case, and exercised the sound judgment and common sense that justice requires.
My years as both a trial judge and an appellate judge have taught me that protecting the rights of all North Carolinians—especially the most vulnerable—depends on electing judges who are guided by the law, not by ideology, politics, or personal agendas. Judge Hampson is that kind of judge, and we need to keep him on the Court of Appeals.”
Judge Al Thomas
Former North Carolina Court of Appeals Judge
“Judge Hampson has served North Carolina exceedingly well as a Court of Appeals judge. He knows the law and applies it fairly. In other words, he is just the kind of judge who needs to stay where he is — making well-grounded decisions that give all of our citizens confidence in the judiciary.
Of course, I enthusiastically support Judge Hampson for re-election.”
Elected Officials
Representative Robert Reives
North Carolina House Minority Leader
“I support Judge Hampson because he has a proven track record of standing up for North Carolinians. Now more than ever we need judges who are committed to protecting our rights and freedoms. Judge Hampson has demonstrated that he is a fair and honest jurist and we need him to continue his service on the North Carolina Court of Appeals.”
Commissioner Nida Allam
Durham County Commissioner
“I support Judge Hampson because of his unwavering commitment to integrity and fairness. He has a track record of upholding voting rights and the rights of working families. It’s essential that we elect judges who uphold the rule of law. Especially in times like now when we’ve seen our judicial system under extremists attacks.
Judge Hampson’s record proves that he will do everything in his power to fight for the rights of every North Carolinian, and that is why he should be reelected. Please join me in the fight to fair and free courts by supporting the re-election of Judge Toby Hampson to the North Carolina Court of Appeals.”
Representative Lindsey Prather
North Carolina Representative District 115
“I’m proud to support Judge Toby Hampson for re-election to the North Carolina Court of Appeals. Judge Hampson has been the fair and impartial voice that our courts need, and we need to keep that strong voice on the bench.”
Representative Brian Turner
North Carolina Representative District 116
“I don’t want to gild the lily, so I’ll just say Judge Hampson is a darn good person. The kind of thoughtful, deliberate, and empathetic person we want on the second-highest court in North Carolina. If Toby borrowed your car, he’d bring it back with a full tank. That’s just the kind of guy he is, and that is why I fully support and endorse him for re-election to the NC Court of Appeals.”
