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Re: They vie to replace Ty

Ithinkthere4 — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 01:44:47 -0400

I have only known Janet Schanzenbach for a short time. In that time, I have been very impressed with her wealth of knowledge and leadership skills. She is one of the most caring, compassionate people I have had the privilege of meeting, as evidence of her professional work as a lobbyist for mental health programs.

The combination of her leadership skills, wealth of knowledge in a wide array of public policies and issues, along with her ability to have compassion for people from all walks of life will be refreshing and a needed service to the citizens of North Carolina.

Re: They vie to replace Ty

julesleggett — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:03:55 -0400

Janet Schanzenbach has a wealth of experience working on policy issues in the field of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse services. She has a strong knowledge of the budget process and has worked closely with many key legislators on issues related to improving accountability of local management entities and promoting community services for people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse.

Janet has also worked to promote the political leadership of women in the General Assembly through her work with Lillian's List. Janet will be a strong advocate for women, children and citizens with disabilities.

Re: They vie to replace Ty

DrSnoCaps — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:55:27 -0400

I believe it's Terry "Doc" Thorne (not Thome), the same person currently vying for the District 'A' seat in Cary.

..."vie to replace Ty"? aye yai yai... Did it take all day to come up with that play?

Re: They vie to replace Ty

Isaac136 — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:14:40 -0400

Chris Heagarty will do a great job. He's smart, honest and committed to public service.

Re: The race is on

letigre — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 08:56:27 -0400

While these are all good people, Heagarty is well-respected in all circles, and has worked on behalf of NC voters throughout his career -- everyone I've spoken with says he'll do a fine job.

Re: The race is on

PaulTerrell — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:25:06 -0400

What does a state legislator have to do with a federal takeover of health care? She would just be another Democratic legislator voting 100% in lock step with Hackney just like Rosa Gill has.

libertypoint has one!

GiggleBox — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:21:18 -0400

wRITE IN lIbERtYpOiNT.

cRAZY PARTISANS IN BLOGS GET IT EVEN IF VOTERS DON'T.

hEY TO pAUL!

Re: The race is on

DustinIngalls — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:14:56 -0400

Adcock and Danielson are both good folks and would be fine replacements.

Re: The race is on

cevang — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:36:17 -0400

Gale Adcock is a fine candidate and deserves this opportunity to serve in the legislature. One need only observe her significant skills in working with others on the Cary Town Council. She is a fair-minded, information-based decision-maker and the town of Cary's loss will be the state of NC's gain.

We need a legislator with a strong understanding of the healthcare issues facing our nation and her medical background would be invaluable.

Catherine Evangelista

Re: The race is on

libertypoint — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:31:42 -0400

Words are important. These folks are not running for the office. They are smoozing with the Wake Dem leadership to get the job. District voters will have no choice on who is anointed in this position, just as voters in about half the General Assembly districts have no choice on who is elected in their districts when only one candidate is on the ballot.

Re: Tar Heel Dem electors ready to vote

ryanteaguebeckwith — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:47:50 -0500

Thanks!

— RTB

Re: Tar Heel Dem electors ready to vote

captsfufp — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:43:45 -0500

I guess it's clear, but just to clarify that fourth paragraph: "The fifteen electors were chosen by the state Democratic Party from each of the state's Congressional districts (13) and two were elected at-large at the party's state convention."

Should be fun!

Re: Some Edwards delegates unhappy

FFC1304 — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 09:48:27 -0400

Edwards campaign DONORs are asking for their donations to be refunded!

How's that going in NC?

Whats the most efficient way to collect your refunds?

Re: Some Edwards convention delegates unhappy

captsfufp — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 08:56:38 -0400

Not that anyone has spoken about it, b/c everyone assumes all of Edwards delegates will vote for Obama...but they could have real power at the convention if they actually organized and said they would not commit their votes unless demands were met in the platform and elsewhere about issues concerning poverty and health care.

Oh well, a lost opportunity!