My picks in the Democratic Primary
As usual, I intend to vote in the Democratic Primary and hope you do too. Of course, all registered Democrats are welcome to do so, but you can also vote in the Dem Primary if you are registered as Unaffiliated.
Remember, early voting has begun and Tuesday, May 4 is Primary Election Day. For more information on voting visit Buncombe County Election Services.
Below are my picks in the Democratic Primary.
NC House of Representatives/District 115: Patsy Keever
Patsy Keever has the intelligence, empathy and experience to serve us well in Raleigh. She has put forward pragmatic, progressive solutions to the critical challenges confronting our region. When elected, Patsy will be a powerful voice for the protection of our environment, support of local businesses and entrepreneurs, equal rights for all our citizens and upgrading the education of our youth. A vote for Patsy is a vote for a community that works for all of us.
U.S. Senate: Cal Cunningham
Personally, I could get behind Cal Cunningham, Elaine Marshall or Ken Lewis. However, I think Cunningham has the best opportunity to beat Republican Senator Richard Burr in November.
U.S. House of Representatives/11th District: Aixa Wilson
I’ve spoken with Aixa Wilson and believe that he is a principled man willing to take on Heath Shuler, an incumbent with lots of money and name recognition. While Wilson has virtually no chance to beat the incumbent, I intend to vote for the challenger to send Shuler a message regarding my disappointment with his numerous votes with the Republicans.
Buncombe County Sheriff: Van Duncan
Van Duncan is a man of honesty, integrity and authenticity. During his first term in office he has moved the Sheriff’s Department toward greater professionalism, accountability and openness. I fully support electing him for another term.
Court of Appeals Judge: Jane Gray
Gray has a sterling record as an attorney and judge and has been endorsed by the Durham People’s Alliance, a grass-roots environmental and social justice group.* Update: Gray has also been endorsed by the Equality NC PAC.
Court of Appeals Judge: Leto Copeley
Copeley seems to be on the right side of the law in terms of standing up for the rights of citizens in the face of the overwhelming power of the state. Copeley has also garnered endorsement from the Durham People’s Alliance.* Update: Copeley has also been endorsed by the Equality NC PAC.
Superior Court Judge/District 28: Marvin Pope
Pope has a great reputation and experience as a criminal defense attorney. In a world where most judges are former prosecutors, we need more judges who have been on the other side of criminal cases, to understand that there really are two sides to every story.*
Let’s all get out and vote right now during early voting or on May 4!
* From Cecil Bothwell’s picks in the judges’ races in the Democratic Primary
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