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John B. Adcock earned a bachelor's degree in community and regional planning from Appalachian State University, a master's degree in international relations from the Catholic University of America, and a law degree from the University of Memphis School of Law. He is a married father of two.

John has practiced law for over 25 years, operated a small business, and previously worked for the U.S. Department of Defense.

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John was appointed to serve in the North Carolina House of Representatives District 37 in 2018 but lost that year's election to keep the seat.

2026 North Carolina General Election

Aims to "eliminate wasteful spending and focus on improving the essential functions of government."

Believes investments in education need to focus on the learning space by prioritizing teacher pay, safe and quality facilities and resources to support the physical and mental health of students.

- Opposes further property tax increases.
- Aims to "eliminate wasteful spending and focus on improving the essential functions of government."
- Believes investments in education need to focus on the learning space by prioritizing teacher pay, safe and quality facilities and resources to support the physical and mental health of students.

Economy

Opposes House Bill 99, which would make Wake County commissioner races nonpartisan and elect commissioners by district rather than the entire county.

As of April 6, 2026, John B. Adcock’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

Thinks the first duty of government is to keep it's citizens safe.

- Thinks the first duty of government is to keep it's citizens safe.

Public Safety

Wants to develop innovative plans and funding solutions for improving Wake County's road network.

- Wants to develop innovative plans and funding solutions for improving Wake County's road network.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

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- County Commissioners create and pass laws at the county-level. These laws show up in very tangible ways, such as determining how much you pay property and sales tax rates, public transportation, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners are responsible for preparing and passing the county budget. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, repairing roads, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
- County Commissioners can create, change, or abolish offices, positions, departments that are not required by law. 
- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms, with no term limits. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.

Creates new laws and passes the budget for your county.