Pat McCrory NC Republican Says NC Black Political Caucus Is Overrated

Dear Friends,

I was moved by Sen. McKissick’s statement the other day and Rep. Adams’ powerful email last week (click here to read it) about how disrespectful and hostile Republicans in the North Carolina General Assembly have been on issues important to the African American community. 

It is important that everyone be aware that Pat McCrory, the Republican who ran against Governor Perdue in 2008 and who wants to challenge her again next year, is among the Republican leaders who have steadfastly opposed us on issues our community cares about:

• McCrory led the fight to pass a bill that could disenfranchise hundreds of thousands of legitimate and eligible African American voters by forcing people to show a government issued photo ID before voting — remember, African American active voters are almost 50% more likely not to have a government issued photo ID than other active voters; and
• McCrory was a cheerleader for the Republican budget, which is inflicting deep and unnecessary cuts on public schools (including pre-k programs), colleges and universities — cuts which have cost our state thousands of teacher and teacher assistant positions, led to higher class sizes, and threatened our ability to prepare our children for the future.

We must not tolerate the kind of disrespect shown by McCrory and other Republican leaders. For instance, just days ago, Senator Bob Rucho (R-Mecklenburg) insulted Floyd McKissick, Chairman of the North Carolina Legislative Black Caucus, by saying he is "full of hot air."

McCrory has also made offensive comments about African American leaders. McCrory said, "I’ve always wondered if the black political Caucus is overrated because most of these organizations are really five or six people that have a good title."

Governor Perdue has consistently been on the right side of issues that are important to the African American community. Pat McCrory, on the other hand, has been insensitive to the needs of our community.

Please continue to stand with Governor Perdue, Sen. McKissick, Rep. Adams and me as we fight for a better future for North Carolina.

Representative Henry M. "Mickey" Michaux, Jr.
NC House District 31

Note: "Ignorance will never end. Even those with money can’t buy SENSE!!" Author: Curmilus Dancy II The Political Agitator

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NC Black Leadership Caucus Annual Chairman’s Banquet Featuring Keynote Speaker Shirley Sherrod

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NC Black Leadership Caucus Annual Chairman’s Banquet Where: Charlotte Motor Speedway 5555 Concord Parkway South Concord, NC 28027 Driving Directions When: Saturday February 19, 2011 from 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM EST Add to my calendar   Greetings! It’s almost that time of year again when Black Leaders from throughout the state gather to embrace our past, strengthen our present and mobilize for the future.  Join us for the NC Black Leadership Caucus’ Annual Chairman’s Banquet on Saturday, February 19th at the Charlotte Motor Speedway Grand Ballroom in Concord, NC.  Please forward this message to a friend. You can purchase tickets online by clicking the ‘Register Now’ link below. Get more information Register Now! I can’t make it   Shirley Sherrod to Keynote NCBLC Chairman’s Banquet Come join the North Carolina Black Leadership Caucus (NCBLC) and former United States Department of Agriculture official Shirley Sherrod for the NCBLC’s Annual Chairman’s Banquet.  Everyone is invited to come hear an inspiring message of upliftment and empowerment to move our communities forward in productive change.   Sherrod, the former Georgia Director for Rural Development for the USDA, has spent a lifetime advocating for civil rights in the South and the rights of Black farmers and farmers of all races that face income inequities.  Described as ‘more than a headline’ by media outlets throughout America, Ms. Sherrod’s efforts to overcome racial divisions in the South came to national attention after she was wrongfully terminated from her position after her comments at a NAACP event were wrongfully reported.   Get your tickets early and join us to hear Shirley Sherrod over dinner followed by an evening of dancing and networking.  Banquet tickets are $50 and available for online purchase until February 5th, 2011.  Proceeds from this event will support NCBLC programming and help to underwrite the operating costs of this volunteer organization. Please print your ticket and  the paypal receipt as confirmation of your purchase and bring to the event.   For more information about the NCBLC or to purchase tickets, please visit www.ncblackleadershipcaucus.com or contact a NCBLC member below:   Purchase Tickets by Mail:   Walter Rogers, Chairman – (910) 462-4104  (Make payable to ‘NC Black Leadership Caucus’, Mail to ‘NCBLC, 9061 Carver School Rd, Laurel Hill NC 28351.’)  Enter quantity of tickets needed in the memo line.   To Become a Sponsor:  Contact Gail Eluwa , Secretary  – (919) 819-0113

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NC Black Leadership Caucus’ Annual Chairman’s Banquet Featuring Keynote Speaker NC’s 1st Black Speaker of the House Senator Dan Blue

North Carolina’s 1st Black Speaker of the House, NC Senator Dan Blue will keynote this year’s NC Black Leadership Caucus’ Annual Chairman’s Banquet on Sat, Feb 20th at 5:30pm at the Downtown Durham Marriott & Convention Center – Tickets are $50 and go on sale Dec. 12th. Please contact me if you would like to purchase tickets, find out about sponsorship opportunities or be a vendor at the event. (Learn more about the NC Black Leadership Caucus)