Lou Huddleston, a Fayetteville businessman and Republican who is challenging Democratic U.S. Rep. Larry Kissell next year has developed a following among the right people — the ones with money.
Roll Call reports (subscription req.) that Huddleston is expected to post a six-figure fundraising report soon. The report highlights Republican efforts to recruit miniority candidates.
At the moment, the black Republican with perhaps the best shot in 2010 is veteran and former North Carolina state House nominee Lou Huddleston (R), who is running in the 8th district against freshman Rep. Larry Kissell (D)…party operatives on Capitol Hill have warmed to the retired Army colonel and defense industry consultant…After announcing in August, Huddleston is expected to file a six-figure fundraising report later this month.
Kissell, a Biscoe Democrat, has recently been the beneficiary of a fundraising push by Vice President Joe Biden.
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