Thursday, March 27, 2008
Democrats plan rally, straw poll
The 10th Congressional District Democratic Party will hold a rally and straw poll April 12th in Newton. More than 250 people are expected to attend.
The $10 admission cost benefits the district party.
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Congressional candidate: Energy crises a national security and moral issue
Congressional candidate Daniel Johnson urges Congress to address the nation’s energy crisis in this news release.
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Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Hillary in North Carolina Thursday
The Clinton campaign released information regarding the candidate’s visit to North Carolina on Thursday. Clinton will travel to Raleigh, Fayetteville and finish in Winston-Salem.
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Obama chides McCain for approach to economy
Democrat Barack Obama criticized Republican presidential candidate John McCain on Wednesday during his campaign stop in Greensboro.
Obama said McCain takes a “sit back and watch” approach to the nation’s economic problems.
This is the associated press story from Wednesday’s event.
Bill Clinton is coming to Hickory
The Hillary Clinton campaign announced former president Bill Clinton will make a campaign stop in Hickory on Friday. Details have not been released.
He’ll also make visits to Kannapolis, Salisbury, High Point and Greensboro.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Barack Obama to Return to North Carolina Wednesday
Barack Obama will return to North Carolina Wednesday for a public event in Greensboro. It is free to the public, but space is limited. Tickets must be purchased to attend.
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McHenry: Surge is working
Congressman impressed with progress during trip to Iraq
BY JENNIFER MENSTER
RECORD STAFF WRITER
Monday, March 24, 2008
BAGHDAD, Iraq - Congressman Patrick McHenry ate lunch with North Carolina soldiers stationed in Iraq on Saturday. McHenry was one of four members of Congress who went to Iraq over Easter weekend.
The lunch conversation was as light as hopes that Carolina (Tar Heels) wins the NCAA basketball tournament to how surprisingly good the food is. McHenry also talked to the soldiers about the morale in Iraq and their opinions on how the war is going.
“I came here with a deep understanding of the sacrifices troops are making, that Americans are making,” said McHenry (R-N.C.). “The men and women serving the country show a deep commitment and are working hard to make progress. The surge appears to be working.”
Saturday, March 22, 2008
In today’s Your Voice in Politics
Taxpayers are fed up.
I read with great interest the statements on illegal immigration made by lieutenant governor, Greg Dority. It’s high time the citizens of North Carolina elected true leaders who are willing to tell the truth, grab the bull by the horns, and courageously take the necessary steps to protect North Carolinians from the enormous costs of illegal immigration on our schools and our children, hospitals, public safety, jobs and wages, and taxpayers’ pocketbooks. Click here to read this and other letters in the Your Voice in Politics forum.
Friday, March 21, 2008
GOP Reagan Day set for March 29
HICKORY
The Catawba County Republican Party will be holding its annual Reagan Day Dinner on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. at Lake Hickory Country Club, 430 17th Avenue NW.
The theme will be a “Salute to the Troops”. N.C. Sen. Fred Smith, candidate for Governor, will be the keynote speaker. Joining Senator Smith will be Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory, who is also a candidate for Governor. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet and hear from other elected officials and candidates.
The annual Reagan Day Dinner is one of the party’s major fundraising events of the year.
Reservations can be made by contacting Chip at 294-1409 or Kay Schmucker at 324-8780. The cost for the dinner is $35.00. Reservation deadline is Monday.
