‘Political stunt’ or valid protest? Butterfield’s opponent files complaint but faces uphill battle – Wilson Times

Response: I knew this damn fool was ignant Daniel-Lynn Whittacre when he sent me an email telling me I should do my homework on my Congressman G.K. Butterfield. In my response to him I said he needed to have done his homework on me before sending me an email. I have been knowing my Congressman for many, many years. And now I read about this ignance. Oh well "Ignorance will never end. Even those with money can’t buy SENSE!!" Author: Curmilus Dancy II The Political Agitator and Being Ignant – Know that being ignant is not always a bad thing, however it is a bad thing when you don’t do anything about it especially when you are trying to discredit others. Know what you are talking about when you open your mouth so you will not make a damn fool out of yourself. Curmilus Dancy II Tuesday April 3, 2012

Wilson Times – Democratic challenger Dan Whittacre wants the North Carolina State Board of Elections to declare that Congressman G.K. Butterfield is not a legitimate candidate. He claims Butterfield used a nickname and not his legal name to register for reelection. (More)

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Vice President Biden Endorses Same-Sex Marriage – Congress.org

Vice President Joe Biden became the highest-ranking U.S. official to endorse same-sex marriage this morning.

In a wide-ranging interview on “Meet the Press,” Biden said he has no problem with gays and lesbians having marriage rights. (More)

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Revealed: Full List of ALEC’s Corporate Members

Response: Interesting list a list that I can relate to several familiar names.

The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) has been under fire lately after the 15 major corporations and organizations pulled their support for the conservative organization, which helps quietly implement corporate-backed legislation in statehouses across the country. (More)

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NC Democratic Party chair candidate resigns from ALEC – FACINGSOUTH

Response: So why now since Democrats have called him out?

North Carolina state Sen. Don Vaughan — the Greensboro Democrat running for state Democratic Party chair, who Facing South reported on May 4 is also an active member of the American Legislative Exchange Council — has announced he is resigning from the conservative advocacy group. (More)

New Study: Black Students Learn More With Black Teachers – Black Life Coaches

According to a new report, A Community College Instructor Like Me: Race and Ethnicity Interactions in the Classroom, 2.9 percent of students who identify as U.S. minorities—African-American, Native American, Hispanic and Pacific Islander—are more likely to excel if their teachers share their ethnic or racial background. (More)

Shaquille O’Neal Earns Doctorate In Education At Barry In Fla. – HuffPost

Response: Now that’s what I am talking about. He also said on TV that he plans to go back to school.

MIAMI — Former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal is a doctor now.

O’Neal received his doctoral degree in education from Barry University alongside 1,100 other students during commencement ceremonies Saturday. (More)

Utility merger fight is one worth waging – Rocky Mount Telegram

Rocky Mount and New Bern should continue to insist on the best possible result for utility customers from the proposed Duke Energy Corp. and Progress Energy Inc. merger. (More)

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John Manley For Rocky Mount City Council Ward 1 Challenging Incumbent Andre Knight, But Why?

I am still trying to figure out why Manley is running from a political stand point but I get it from a personal standpoint. I know damn well he is not blind to what the political climate is in Rocky Mount as it relates to RACE. He know quite well how Knight has been a target by the racist white folks who do not want an outspoken black man speaking truth to power publicly.

Manley has benefited from the works of Knight so what in the hell is his problem? Why is he playing right into the hands of the current racist white folks such as WHIG – TV and some of their strong supporters including Mark Bowling who is in prison and Jerry Fisher who used to co-host a morning show to talk about Knight and still on the scene daily. Watch the WHIG – TV Morning Show daily and see what they talk about or should I say who they talk about almost daily. And then you have some ignant black folks whom have ran against Knight trying to unseat him when they too have benefited from his works.

Manley one does not have to be retired to be dedicated to doing the work of the city council. The majority of the council are working folks and the majority of other boards and commissions are working folks.

Damn Manley you are out of touch if you do not understand the importance of blocking the merger of Duke Energy and Progress Energy. Obviously the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission thinks it is a problem because they have denied the merger twice.

I am glad Manley realize racism exist but to think it is not in the forefront of every issue in Rocky Mount as it relates to the City Council is just ignant as hell. You see Manley I was in a Common Ground meeting Lewis Turner, Andre Knight before he became a councilman and myself along with several whites and a white person said that some whites said they were going to move out of Rocky Mount if the council became a black majority. Well some moved however even those few they are still trying to run the city although it is a black majority. So Manley sir they created the political climate and it has been this way every since the council became a black majority. There has been so much exposed since this council and like always some folks don’t want the truth to be made known. Manley I wonder would you have been the Chief of Police if it had not been for this council.

Manley but since you feel that WHIG – TV and their supporters love you so much why didn’t you run for the Mayor of the City since you were the Chief of the entire city? Why didn’t you run for that seat and it would have allowed the whole city to vote for you and then we all could see just how much you are loved by all of the people of the city?

Well sir you know we go back to when you wanted to be appointed to fill the unexpired term of the Edgecombe County Sheriff’s position when former Sheriff Phil Ellis stepped down. I don’t have to tell that story because you know.

Now there you have it.

I am Curmilus Dancy II the Professional Political Agitator

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Princeville attorney faces DWI charge – Daily Southerner

Response: Now that explains it, he had to be intoxicated on something to represent the Princeville 3. Damnit now, things just get gooder and gooder in Princeville.

"I was not the town attorney when it occurred," Watts said. "And that doesn’t have anything to do with the quality of service that I provide for the town." Wrong answer. Ignant that is the problem you are not giving the town quality service. You are helping the Princeville 3 run the town in the hole. But I see you have issues so therefore I understand what the people are working with.

So Watts why were you driving a DOT vehicle to a Town of Princeville meeting especially when it is not in the District 5?

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

TARBORO — Princeville town attorney Charles "Chuck" Watts was due in court twice this month to face traffic violations, including a DWI citation.

According to the North Carolina Court System website, Watts was stopped in Durham County on Aug. 10, 2011. On Thursday, a spokesperson at the Wake County District Court said Watts recorded .08 on the breathalyzer. (More)

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RELAY ONE DAY AWAY – Daily Southerner

TARBORO — Edgecombe County’s Relay for Life, the observance and celebration of the fight against cancer, is little more than a day away.

Opening ceremonies will get under way at 6 p.m. Friday at the Tarboro High School football stadium. The Survivor lap will be at 6:30 p.m., followed by the Caregiver lap at 6:30. Guest speaker for the opening ceremony is Wendy Wheeler. (More)

Activists protest Duke Energy’s annual meeting – Rocky Mount Telegram

CHARLOTTE – Environmental activists are blocking a train shipment of coal to a Duke Energy plant outside of Charlotte. The action comes the same day the utility company is holding its annual shareholder’s meeting in North Carolina’s largest city. (More)

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NC HOUSE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE SCHEDULE – 2012 SESSION

Email Alert from the Office of Rep. Angela R. Bryant, NC House District 7 Proudly Representing Halifax and Nash Counties until Jan. 2013; Hopefully Representing Nash and Franklin Counties – Jan 2013 forward if re-elected 2012 *********************************** NC HOUSE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE SCHEDULE – 2012 SESSION   MAY 1 – 4 (Tues. – Fri.): Subcommittees Work Complete   MAY 8 (Tues.): Legislative Research Commission  Meets   MAY  9 – 11 (Wed. – Fri.): House Full Chairs Wrap-Up   MAY 22 (Tues.): House Budget Bill 2nd Reading   MAY 23 (Wed.):  House Budget Bill 3rd Reading

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2012 Harambee Festival Friday May 4th and Saturday May 5th

2012 HARAMBEE FESTIVAL – MAY 4th and 5th (REVISED 4/27/12) FRIDAY, May 4                                                                                                                                                        Douglas Block Commercial Tenant Presentations at Theatre:                 Lawrence & Best Estate and Will Planning                             1:30 PM             The Bath Place Skin Care Seminar                                           2:30 PM             Cool Geek Google for Seniors                                                    3:00 PM Thelonious Monk Sign Dedication Ceremony in Theatre               5 PM – 6 PM Unveiling of Thelonious Monk Street Marker – Walk to Marker                              Reception at Four Seasons                    Monk’s Documentary                                                                                7 PM to 7:30 PM Thelonious  Monk Jazz Festival in Theatre (Capacity – 230)    7:30 PM to 9:30 PM Coco   Rouzier Band                                                                      7:30 PM– 8:30 PM The Winston  Band                                                                       8:30 PM– 9:30 PM SATURDAY, May 5                                                                                                                                                             Vendors Set-up                                                                                 8 AM – 11 AM Vendors Booths and Demonstrations                                           11 AM – 7 PM              Douglas Block Commercial Tenants Open House & Tours       11 A.M.      Douglas Block Documentary at Theatre by Rudolph Knight  1:00/1:30/2:00 PM   Harambee Kids Activities                                                                12 Noon – 6 PM Inflatables by Retho Williams     Harambee Music Festival                                                                (12 Noon – 8 PM)   Ote-Sha Creative Arts Ensemble – African Drummers  11:30 AM -12:30 PM Wanda Barnes – Gospel                                                         12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Electric Image                                                                             2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Cupid Shuffle Dance Off (Audience Participation)            3:30 PM – 3:45  PM Freddy Greene – Jazz                                                                3 :45 PM – 5:15 PM Wobble Line Dance (Audience Participation)         5:15 PM – 5:30 PM Plunky and Oneness– R&B                                                   5:30 PM – 7:00 PM   For more information: Contact Rocky Mount ECDC at 252-442-5178 or www.rmecdc.org

 

Tarboro names new police chief – Rocky Mount Telegram

Tarboro officials have selected Damon Williams to serve as the town’s next police chief, Town Manager M. Alan Thornton confirmed Thursday. (More)

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City files third objection to Duke-Progress Energy merger – Rocky Mount Telegram

Rocky Mount and New Bern continue to fight a merger that proposes to create the nation’s largest utility company.

The opposition comes at a time when Duke Energy Corp. and Progress Energy Inc. are facing a tight deadline for getting their planned $26 billion merger completed. (More)

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