A letter to Rep. Thomas Wright from the state pledging money.
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Five for Wright

Based on the subpoenas served so far, the State Board of Elections will likely ask Rep. Thomas Wright about his campaign funds, a nonprofit he started and his efforts on the 1898 race riots.

The Wilmington Star News and the Charlotte Observer report that the five witnesses called for hearings next week knew Wright from his work with The Community's Health Foundation, the 1898 Wilmington Race Riot Commission or his campaigns.

Here's a rundown:

James Lofton: Helped Wright start foundation in 2001. Attends church with Wright. Told the Star News the state board is "on a witch hunt" and he won't attend the hearings.

Helyn Lofton: James' wife. A member of the 1898 Wilmington Race Riot Commission, which Wright led.

Wayne Lofton: Son of James and Helyn. Worked with Wright on starting a museum about the 1898 riots.

Daryle Parker: Served as Wright's campaign treasurer in 2002 and 2003.

Karen Davis-Parker: Daryle's ex-wife. A funeral director, she handled the service for Wright's mother.

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