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Poll: Moore pulls even with Perdue

April 1, 2008

The Democratic primary for governor is a dead heat, according to a new poll.

A survey by Public Policy Polling showed Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue with 38 percent of likely voters in the Democratic primary, followed by State Treasurer Richard Moore with 37 percent.

Using automated calls March 29 and 30, the Democratic firm surveyed 1,100 likely Democratic primary (more)

Time for a real debate, Ms. Perdue

March 26, 2008

The folks who run Lt. Gov. Bev Perdue’s campaign for the Democratic nomination for governor have carefully kept her away from appearances that might give her primary opponent, State Treasurer Richard Moore, a chance to confront her directly on political issues.

She’s making plenty of appearances, including televised forums and other public sessions where candidates answer (more)

Still no TV debate, Perdue tells WTVI

March 22, 2008

The Observer reported this week that Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue has turned down requests from at least five TV stations for debates with Treasurer Richard Moore in the Democratic primary for governor. Add one to the list.

Perdue also turned down WTVI in Charlotte for a debate co-sponsored by the PBS series "Carolina Business Review" and the League of Women Voters, those groups (more)

State's Dems don't do debates

March 18, 2008

RALEIGH -- The Republican candidates for N.C. governor have taken part in almost twice as many televised events as their Democratic counterparts, leading Richard Moore to criticize Democratic rival Beverly Perdue as a debate dodger.

Most GOP candidates -- excluding Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory, who entered the race late -- have participated in at least seven debates or forums. (more)

More debates for governor needed

March 14, 2008

Four Republican candidates for governor held a spirited debate Wednesday, televised from WTVD's Durham studio.

Attorney Bill Graham, Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory, retired Supreme Court Justice Robert Orr and state Sen. Fred Smith discussed a range of issues including education, health care and political corruption.

Such debates have become staples of the (more)

Moore: increase minimum wage, make community college free

March 4, 2008

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- State Treasurer Richard Moore says he'll increase the minimum wage by a dollar and waive community college tuition for high school graduates if he's elected governor

Moore outlined the final part of his economic stimulus plan Tuesday. He said it's designed to help families struggling amid the nation's slowing economy.

Moore has already (more)