Amanda Cook
Amanda Cook earned a bachelor's degree from the University of North Carolina, Greensboro in 2008 and a graduate degree from Gardner Webb University in 2021. Cook's career experience includes working as a teacher, founding The Teacher’s Edge, and serving as an at-large High Point city council member.
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Education: “High Point’s Amanda Cook is a teacher and advocate running for NC House 60 — leading with heart, integrity, and people-first solutions.”
(Campaign website) Healthcare: “Amanda Cook, serving as Representative for NC House District 60, has consistently demonstrated remarkable courage and leadership in every role she has assumed. Known for her decisive actions, she has earned accolades for her contributions to racial equity and fostering a growth mindset throughout her career. Amanda has been a strong pillar of support for those feeling hopeless, always ready to lend a listening ear and a supportive shoulder.”
(Campaign website) Healthcare: “Her refusal to settle for the ordinary when innovation is possible sets her apart. Amanda challenges conventional thinking and inspires those around her to envision what could be beyond the status quo. Her commitment to creativity and innovation have been hallmarks of her career, always pushing the boundaries and bringing others along with her on the journey of progress.”
(Campaign website) Joseph Perrotta
Joseph Perrotta was born in Bristol, Connecticut . He earned a high school diploma from Southwest Guilford High School.
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Taxes, budget & cost of living: “Affordability. Whether you’re a homeowner or renter, there’s no doubt you’ve felt the price pressure from the multiple reevaluations of property values and their accompanying property tax increases. I support limiting the local commissioners on how often they can reassess and increase your property taxes. I also support a pause of the gas tax to bring your fuel costs down. This will put more money directly back into your pockets.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2026)) Healthcare & reproductive rights: “Healthcare costs, veteran’s assistance and affordability are all front and center policy issues for my desire to represent the people of district 60.”
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