Character is destiny, especially in politics. The pressures and the spotlight inevitably show the world exactly who you are. So it was with David Parker yesterday. The N&O called it “an extraordinary act of political theater.” John Frank described Pa... »
Democratic gubernatorial candidates’ hopes ride on three nights of debates (N&O) The Republican primary in the 3rd Congressional District pits a political newcomer against a veteran of state and federal politics (Star-News) Newcomers vie for chance to ... »
Gubernatorial hopeful Bill Faison, a Democrat, touts his jobs plan (Robesonian) Three Republican candidates for lieutenant governor — Dale Folwell, Tony Gurley, and Arthur Rich — debated Saturday (Fayetteville Observer) Lt. Gov. Walter Dalton, a Democr... »
State Sen. Eric Mansfield said he raised $30,000 Tuesday night at a kick off for his campaign for the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor. The campaign said more than 250 people gathered at the SkyView on Hay in Fayetteville to support Mansf... »
Civitas releases new poll results showing that Gov. Bev Perdue’s disapproval rating is at 50 percent (Civitas) Crowded field in the 11th Congressional District Republican primary shows no signs of thinning out (Smoky Mountain News) Lt. Gov. Walter Dalt... »
Rep. William A. Current, a Republican from Gaston County, announced today he would not seek re-election. Current, a 78-year old dentist, served four-terms in the House. He is the third House member in recent days to announce that he would not seek re-... »
Democratic state Superintendent June Atkinson won't say whether she's seeking re-election in 2012 -- but one Democrat isn't waiting for an answer. State Rep. Rick Glazier, a Fayetteville Democrat, formed an official campaign committee earlier this mont... »
Fayetteville state Rep. Rick Glazier's race for state schools superintendent took an unexpected twist Wednesday when the incumbent, fellow Democrat June Atkinson, announced she is seeking re-election. »
