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Re: Newspaper endorsements: Governor

pickingperdue — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:15:39 -0400

I just watched McCrory's top ten list, and I am appalled that this is not enough to turn off each and every voter in North Carolina. Playboy Pat is absolutely an embarrassment to all of us. What grown man running for a public office actually talks like this? "Sarah Palin is hotter in person"?
Vile, disgusting and absolutely without any reasonable defense.
PS No serious voter would "get" Perdue to say Biden or anyone is "hotter in person". We would not and she would not. What a juvenile and cavalier bunch you McCrory supporters are! There is no place for this kind of language in politics (unless McCrory used this in high school and thinks it will still work).

Is that right?

scharrison — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:53:19 -0400

My computer only made it to the first (#10) on Mayor McCrory's list, which was "Sometimes I don't know what town I'm in."

All these little towns, and each one actually gave itself a name...

Re: Newspaper endorsements: Governor

BethStanhope — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:43:34 -0400

Harrison that video is of no use to the voters and the real issues. Try this one on for size.
http://www2.talkingaboutpolitics.com/Home/tabid/36/ctl/ArticleView/mid/364/articleId/1414/Perdue--Drilling.aspx

Re: Newspaper endorsements: Governor

scharrison — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:39:06 -0400

I got you. In case you're interested, here's the clean(er) version from Fox:

http://www.myfoxcharlotte.com/myfox/pages/InsideFox/Detail?contentId=7639574&version=2&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=VSTY&pageId=5.1.1

It's taking forever to load on my cheesy Fisher-Price computer, as the site is extremely "busy", but I think it's the same one.

Re: Newspaper endorsements: Governor

ryanteaguebeckwith — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:24:20 -0400

The title at the end uses inappropriate language (McCrory is a w---- dog). I have no problem with the video itself.

— RTB

Charlotte democrat anticipates Perdue loss

concerned53 — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 16:46:48 -0400

Anthony Foxx, in his 2nd term as an at-large Charlotte city council member is getting the jump on his democratic competitors as he announces his run for Mayor of Charlotte. While Foxx, an African-American would never publicly admit it, this pre-emptive action against folks like Susan Burgess is a clear indication that he expects that Mayor McCrory will be resigning in about 8 days after serving 7 terms as mayor of a city that has a majority of democratic voters.

Re: Newspaper endorsements: Governor

scharrison — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 16:32:45 -0400

"Video deleted for inappropriate language.

— RTB"

If that was the video I'm thinking about, I have to ask:

Inappropriate language used by whom, Ryan? The Republican candidate for Governor? I thought he "suited the moment", was "loaded with energy and fresh ideas", and could be "just what this state needs"?

I understand your rules, but we're not talking about some casual poster dropping a pseudo curse word into a sentence. It's a guy who, in about nine days, could be residing in the Governor's mansion.

Re: Newspaper endorsements: Governor

ryanteaguebeckwith — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:54:41 -0400

Video deleted for inappropriate language.

— RTB

Perdue's $4k from trash lobbyist-hypocrite

concerned53 — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:51:12 -0400

Apparently, Beverly is the candidate that is cozy with out-of-state trash companies as just last week she received $4,000 from a lobbyist for Sims Hugo Neu, a company that constructs and develops landfills.

Another example of Beverly being a hypocrite for the good of receiving a maximum individual contribution (from someone out of state that obviously has an agenda). Hey Beverly, what have you promised him in return?

Ryan, why don't you report this inconsistent behavior?

Wash Post recognizes McCrory vs. Perdue

concerned53 — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:38:26 -0400

Comments from the Washington Post should bring out some more of Beverly's white-hot temper, including:

"Republican candidates have successfully snatched the "change" mantle from the Democratic candidates, and polls show ... the truest of tossups.

In North Carolina, the departure of Democratic Gov. Mike Easley, term-limited out of office, seemed to open the door for his lieutenant governor, Bev Perdue, to step into the governor's mansion.

But Republicans smartly nominated Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory, a business-minded, pragmatic politician who has successfully painted Perdue as a defender of the status quo."

Newspaper Endorsement-Daily Tarheel for McCrory

concerned53 — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:16:48 -0400

I am pleased that the Daily Tar Heel has chosen to endorse Mayor McCrory despite their democratic leaning (at least when I went to school there). Ryan, please consider adding to the list of newspapers endorsing the candidates as this paper represents over 20,000 students.

Below are some of the thoughts of our younger generation on McCrory & Perdue:
- Perdue, has attempted to brand herself as an enemy of the status quo, although she is anything but. She has served for the past eight years as lieutenant governor and is a product of the state’s Democratic establishment machine.
- It’s clearly time for some fresh leadership, and political insider Perdue could not offer it. McCrory would be a welcome change for Raleigh, and he has the commitment to end the political cronyism that has permeated Raleigh for so long.
- Although both candidates have made transparency a cornerstone of their candidacies, Perdue’s actual record on the issue is scant, whereas McCrory has demonstrated openness during his time as mayor. This issue is extremely important, especially because of the destruction of e-mails relating to the mental health system debacle under Gov. Mike Easley.
- McCrory’s candidacy represents a fundamental change that is desperately needed in an increasingly corrupt and unresponsive Raleigh. His administration would bring a political balance to Raleigh that has long been absent.

See full endorsement below:

In a race that continues to be among the tightest in the state, Pat McCrory is the clear choice for governor.

More important than specific policy is the opportunity that McCrory, a Republican, has to change how politics operates in North Carolina.

And he has the vision and experience North Carolina needs to address the state’s challenges as it experiences massive growth.

We believe that McCrory can take his successful approach to governing Charlotte and apply it to the entire state.

Serving since 1995 as the popular mayor of Charlotte — where Democrats and Independents outnumber Republicans three to one — McCrory has shown the ability to shore up bipartisan support. And he clearly has the experience necessary to take the state’s top job.

McCrory has a long-range vision for a sustainably expanding the transportation infrastructure in the state, including the use of light-rail and clean energy buses.

He oversaw smart growth in Charlotte and was pivotal in bringing light-rail to Charlotte — the only city in the state that has developed a light-rail system.

McCrory is also a strong proponent of investing in green energy technology, which in turn will create new jobs.

His opponent, Democratic Lt. Gov. Bev Perdue, has attempted to brand herself as an enemy of the status quo, although she is anything but.

She has served for the past eight years as lieutenant governor and is a product of the state’s Democratic establishment machine.

It’s clearly time for some fresh leadership, and political insider Perdue could not offer it.

McCrory would be a welcome change for Raleigh, and he has the commitment to end the political cronyism that has permeated Raleigh for so long.

Additionally, Perdue and her Democratic counterparts’ lack of transparency is troubling.

Although both candidates have made transparency a cornerstone of their candidacies, Perdue’s actual record on the issue is scant, whereas McCrory has demonstrated openness during his time as mayor.

This issue is extremely important, especially because of the destruction of e-mails relating to the mental health system debacle under Gov. Mike Easley.

Perdue and McCrory share many policy positions, including some we disagree with.

Both support the 287 (g) program, a controversial initiative that authorizes local law enforcement to identify and detain immigration offenders.

And neither are particularly progressive on abortion or gay rights either.

Yet McCrory, for the most part, is a moderate Republican who has proved he can garner bipartisan support.

We strongly endorse Pat McCrory for governor.

What about Biden "in person."

domewatcher — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 09:03:39 -0400

Some of our fellow Domer’s have gotten upset that Mayor McCrory said that “Sarah Palin is hotter in person.”

Top ten comments the Democrats could say about meeting Biden “in person:”

10. His eye lift hardly shows.
9. You can understand what he says more clearly. In person, every fourth word makes some semblance of sense…..sometimes.
8. His hair is thinner than it looks on TV.
7. He rarely mentions his 36 years of eating from the trough.
6. He jokes that he played golf with George Washington.
5. He jokes that more people have been to Sarah Palin appearances than have ever been to Delaware.
4. He jokes that he gave his clothes allowance to family members.
3. He admits that if he is not elected he will write one-line gaffes for SNL.
2. He admits that Sarah Palin is definitely hotter in person and would sponsor a Constitutional Amendment to that effect.

1. He is hotter in person. Or either he is sweating excessively when they ask him about some of Obama’s socialist policies. When they ask him about his sweating he says, “We need for this election to be over. If he keeps talking he will out-gaffe me……..and I am the King of Gaffe!”

Regardless of which way the election goes, Sarah will still be hotter in person and the Constitutional Amendment has merit. In the words of the editorial board, "When a man loses his regard for the beauty of women, then he does not derive his strength from the people." (It doesn't make sense to me either.)

Re: Carowinds Mayor McCrory has recieved no higher endorsement..

domewatcher — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:43:09 -0400

You are complaining that McCrory said that "Palin is hotter in person."

I really do not think that any of the McCrory supporters will mind one bit if Bev says that "Biden is hotter in person." Get her to say that and I, for one, will not complain at all.

Re: Carowinds Mayor McCrory has recieved no higher endorsement..

domewatcher — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:39:03 -0400

I do not see anything wrong with the good Mayor commenting that "Palin is hotter in person."

First, he appreciates real beauty.

Second, it is a testament that the cameras do not make her appear more beautiful than she is in person.

Third, I went to see her in person and I can say in complete sincereity that she is stronger than Waffle House Coffee.

Fourth, the good Mayor does not fear praising the beauty of women.

Fifth, his comments may have been made to prove the point that she is more beauftiful than those $150,000 clothes. (She is welcome to go through my wife's closet and take any clothes she might want, although my wife's clothes would probably even be tight on that big Moose she killed.)

Six, "hotter in person" is a term that will appeal to the young voters.

Seventh, appreciating the beauty of women may make Governor McCrory get out of the Governor's Mansion and visit with the people of North Carolina.......as most women in North Carolina have beauty.

Eighth, many of our most beloved Presidents have appreciated the beauty of women....and some have even appreciated some that were not beautiful at all.....but this is America and everyone is equal in the eyes of a lecherous President.

Nine oh nine, it's about time that someone said something nice about Sarah as the main stream media has beat her absolutely to death....traits not consistent with being a true Southern gentleman.

Tenth, it's that voice of Sarah's! And those boots!

Sarah for President!

Re: Newspaper endorsements: Governor

jeick — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 03:32:49 -0400

The Daily Tar Heel has endorsed Pat McCrory for Governor.

Newspaper endorsements: Governor

ryanteaguebeckwith — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 10:39:09 -0400

Editorial boards of the state's major newspapers are making their endorsements in the governor's race.

Here are links to the major unsigned editorials written so far about Republican Pat McCrory and Democrat Beverly Perdue:

Charlotte Observer: McCrory. "McCrory would bring an urgently needed energy to the office. While we don't agree with him on every issue, he knows where he stands on most aspects of state government and why he stands there."

Raleigh News & Observer: McCrory. "Bev Perdue is a good candidate, but McCrory suits the moment. He's loaded with energy and fresh ideas. On several levels, he could be just what this state needs."

Asheville Citizen-Times: McCrory. "Though we disagree with him on some issues, we recommend McCrory because we believe he is best suited to lead the state in meeting the challenges that confront it as a result of rapid growth."

Greensboro News-Record: McCrory. "But McCrory is steadier and more assured on the issues. He takes a more meat-and-potatoes approach to leadership, a pattern that has played out more often than not in Charlotte. That's what the state needs in its next governor."

Winston-Salem Journal: McCrory. "A city-oriented governor, we believe, will help shape policies for the kind of state North Carolina is now and will be during this century."

Durham Herald-Sun: McCrory. "One of McCrory's strengths for voters in Durham and the Triangle is his familiarity with urban issues. He knows about the problems cities like Durham face, including crime, poverty and transportation."

High Point Enterprise: McCrory. "It is McCrory's demonstration in Charlotte of the kind of leadership and vision that moves people, communities and states forward - working together - that makes him stand out as the candidate who should become North Carolina's next governor."

Wilson Times: McCrory. "During the state's gubernatorial debates, several of which were skipped by Perdue, McCrory has come across as a pragmatic leader who could translate his executive experience in Charlotte to the statehouse in Raleigh."

Wilmington Star-News: Perdue. "Lt. Gov. Bev Perdue communicates a keener appreciation of what ordinary North Carolinians are going through at this difficult time, possibly because her pre-political background in education and health care put her in contact with people whose voices go unheard in Raleigh."

Greenville Daily Reflector: Perdue. "As a resident of the East, she knows the plight of towns and cities here, and recognizes that job creation and a strong investment in infrastructure and education remain the best course for this region."

Southern Pines Pilot: Perdue. "All things considered, North Carolina would be better off with a highly qualified governor who can hit the ground running and won't require a lot of on-the-job training. That candidate is Bev Perdue."