From crooksandliars.com
Hosted by: Howie Klein
Live Blog Chat February 27, 2010
Howie Klein: When I first heard North Carolina farmer/carpenter Billy Kennedy — an actual progressive, non-Blue Dog, real-life Democrat — was going to run against lunatic fringe hatemonger Virginia Foxx, I was very excited and I realized that Americans from all over the country would be interested in this race.
Read the full chat transcript here.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Letter: Greater Determination
From the Winston-Salem Journal, Letters to the Editor
By: Anne G. Wilson, Winston-Salem
Published February 24, 2010
Upon first reading Scott Sexton's Feb. 11 column ("Democrat wins in the 5th?"), I was discouraged because I knew many progressive voters in the 5th District would feel demoralized. However, my discouragement soon turned to even greater determination. I hope others had the same reaction, because the voters must work against all odds to unseat Rep. Virginia Foxx.
While her loyal followers think she represents them well, I do not understand how. Other than giving a voice to their fears and discontent, I do not know what she has done that has improved the lives of her constituents.
Read the full letter here.
By: Anne G. Wilson, Winston-Salem
Published February 24, 2010
Upon first reading Scott Sexton's Feb. 11 column ("Democrat wins in the 5th?"), I was discouraged because I knew many progressive voters in the 5th District would feel demoralized. However, my discouragement soon turned to even greater determination. I hope others had the same reaction, because the voters must work against all odds to unseat Rep. Virginia Foxx.
While her loyal followers think she represents them well, I do not understand how. Other than giving a voice to their fears and discontent, I do not know what she has done that has improved the lives of her constituents.
Read the full letter here.
News Brief: Supporters Gather for Tarleton, Meet Kennedy
Ashe Mountain Times
By: Ron Fitzwater| Ashe Mountain Times Editor
Published February 24, 2010
Friends and supporters gathered together on Friday, February 19th to kick off the Ashe County leg of the campaign trail for State Representative Cullie Tarleton as he makes a run for another term in the North Carolina House.
"It is very gratifying to have people who will come out and write a check to support our candidacy because, unfortunately, it takes money to run a campaign and you have to spend a certain amount of time raising it," Tarleton said.
"You know, I spend a lot of time here in Ashe County and try to make myself very accessible. The people here tonight, though, are my hard-core supporters. These are the people that I can absolutely count on to be there for me, to bounce ideas off of and I hear from them as well."
Read the full article here.
By: Ron Fitzwater| Ashe Mountain Times Editor
Published February 24, 2010
Friends and supporters gathered together on Friday, February 19th to kick off the Ashe County leg of the campaign trail for State Representative Cullie Tarleton as he makes a run for another term in the North Carolina House.
"It is very gratifying to have people who will come out and write a check to support our candidacy because, unfortunately, it takes money to run a campaign and you have to spend a certain amount of time raising it," Tarleton said.
"You know, I spend a lot of time here in Ashe County and try to make myself very accessible. The people here tonight, though, are my hard-core supporters. These are the people that I can absolutely count on to be there for me, to bounce ideas off of and I hear from them as well."
Read the full article here.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
News Brief: Billy Kennedy takes on Virginia Foxx
From the High Country Press
Story by Justin Grimes
Published February 4, 2010
Party activists and elected officials across North Carolina’s Fifth Congressional District began coalescing and rallying around a draft Billy Kennedy initiative some months ago and on Monday, February 8, Kennedy will officially launch his first political campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives.
Edward R. Murrow, America’s great broadcast journalist, believed that rarely, if ever, are there two equal sides to a story. That said, what follows is an attempt to share with readers why Kennedy is running for congress in his own words from a seat in his home in Bethel.
Read the full article here.
Story by Justin Grimes
Published February 4, 2010
Party activists and elected officials across North Carolina’s Fifth Congressional District began coalescing and rallying around a draft Billy Kennedy initiative some months ago and on Monday, February 8, Kennedy will officially launch his first political campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives.
Edward R. Murrow, America’s great broadcast journalist, believed that rarely, if ever, are there two equal sides to a story. That said, what follows is an attempt to share with readers why Kennedy is running for congress in his own words from a seat in his home in Bethel.
Read the full article here.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
News Brief: Virginia Foxx to Have First Serious Challenger
From Creative Loafing
By: John Grooms in Boomer with an Attitude
Published: February 2, 2010
It looks like the infamous Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-Nutjobbia) will have real competition, for a change, in November. Democrat Billy Kennedy, who describes himself as being from “the Democratic wing of the Democratic Party,” announced that he will file next week to run for the congressional seat currently held by Foxx, who has become famous for her gaffes and over-the-top statements, such as her comments that health care reform is “more dangerous than any terrorist” and would result in Americans “being put to death by their government.”
Kennedy’s platform espouses reform measures for health care, banking, and farm policy, and a focus on bread and butter issues that could help his unemployment-stricken district. Foxx has yet to face a strong challenger, and Kennedy, from all indications, will give her a run for her money, while emphasizing his “regular guy” image. Let’s face it, nearly anyone would be better than Foxx, but Kennedy seems to be a particularly serious candidate, so here’s wishing him good luck.
Read the full post here.
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Billy Kennedy Takes On Virginia Foxx
Bethel Resident Enters Race for North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District Seat
High Country Press
Story by: Justin Grimes
Published: 2/4/2010
Party activists and elected officials across North Carolina’s Fifth Congressional District began coalescing and rallying around a draft Billy Kennedy initiative some months ago and on Monday, February 8, Kennedy will officially launch his first political campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives.
Edward R. Murrow, America’s great broadcast journalist, believed that rarely, if ever, are there two equal sides to a story. That said, what follows is an attempt to share with readers why Kennedy is running for congress in his own words from a seat in his home in Bethel. more...
By: John Grooms in Boomer with an Attitude
Published: February 2, 2010
It looks like the infamous Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-Nutjobbia) will have real competition, for a change, in November. Democrat Billy Kennedy, who describes himself as being from “the Democratic wing of the Democratic Party,” announced that he will file next week to run for the congressional seat currently held by Foxx, who has become famous for her gaffes and over-the-top statements, such as her comments that health care reform is “more dangerous than any terrorist” and would result in Americans “being put to death by their government.”
Kennedy’s platform espouses reform measures for health care, banking, and farm policy, and a focus on bread and butter issues that could help his unemployment-stricken district. Foxx has yet to face a strong challenger, and Kennedy, from all indications, will give her a run for her money, while emphasizing his “regular guy” image. Let’s face it, nearly anyone would be better than Foxx, but Kennedy seems to be a particularly serious candidate, so here’s wishing him good luck.
Read the full post here.
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Billy Kennedy Takes On Virginia Foxx
Bethel Resident Enters Race for North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District Seat
High Country Press
Story by: Justin Grimes
Published: 2/4/2010
Party activists and elected officials across North Carolina’s Fifth Congressional District began coalescing and rallying around a draft Billy Kennedy initiative some months ago and on Monday, February 8, Kennedy will officially launch his first political campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives.
Edward R. Murrow, America’s great broadcast journalist, believed that rarely, if ever, are there two equal sides to a story. That said, what follows is an attempt to share with readers why Kennedy is running for congress in his own words from a seat in his home in Bethel. more...
News Brief: Billy Kennedy to Run for U.S. Congress
From goblueridge.net
Written by Adam Hicks
Published February 02, 2010
Longtime host of AM 1450 WATA’s Watauga Talks program, Billy Kennedy, announced today that he will run against incumbent Congresswoman Virginia Foxx to represent North Carolina’s 5th District in the United States House of Representatives.
Kennedy will arrive at the Watauga County Board of Elections for certification to file for the office at 9:00 Monday morning before hitting the campaign trail. His convoy will stop at the Wilkes County heritage Museum, the Forsyth County Democratic Party headquarters in Winston-Salem, and will eventually arrive at the NC State Board of Elections in Raleigh Monday afternoon where Kennedy will officially file to run for Congress.
Read the full post here.
Written by Adam Hicks
Published February 02, 2010
Longtime host of AM 1450 WATA’s Watauga Talks program, Billy Kennedy, announced today that he will run against incumbent Congresswoman Virginia Foxx to represent North Carolina’s 5th District in the United States House of Representatives.
Kennedy will arrive at the Watauga County Board of Elections for certification to file for the office at 9:00 Monday morning before hitting the campaign trail. His convoy will stop at the Wilkes County heritage Museum, the Forsyth County Democratic Party headquarters in Winston-Salem, and will eventually arrive at the NC State Board of Elections in Raleigh Monday afternoon where Kennedy will officially file to run for Congress.
Read the full post here.
Announcement Tour
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
For more information: Lainey Edmisten, Manager, Billy Kennedy for Congress Campaign, 910-616-9729
J.W. Williamson, Scheduling, Billy Kennedy for Congress Campaign, 828-719-9930
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Billy Kennedy Launches Campaign for Congress
Billy Kennedy, a Watauga County talk radio host and community leader, will formally announce his candidacy on February 8 for the U.S. House of Representatives, 5th District of North Carolina. The “Billy Kennedy Caravan” will stretch from Boone to Raleigh that day, with stops in Wilkesboro and Winston-Salem.
Complete schedule follows below.
Billy Kennedy is a well known Friday morning personality on WATA-AM 1450 “High Country Radio,” where he has co-hosted “Watauga Talks” for several years. Kennedy has turned the “Watauga Talks” spotlight onto the work of non-profits, charitable organizations and community-building efforts. He regularly interviews both elected officials and candidates running for office. Kennedy is known for his willingness to confront tough issues and ask hard questions.
Kennedy is a member of the state executive committee of the North Carolina Democratic Party and also serves on the executive committee of the Watauga County Democratic Party and as chair of the Beaver Dam precinct.
In addition to his political interests and involvement in the community, Kennedy is a farmer, carpenter, and furniture maker. He is married and the father of three children, the youngest of whom is graduating from Watauga High School this year.
“My father was a Presbyterian minister, an educator and public servant. Growing up, my parents taught me that serving others is important.” Kennedy said. His father, Will Kennedy, was elected Mayor of Black Mountain, N.C., late in life and was still serving as mayor when he passed away in 2006.
“This congressional race is a calling for me,” Kennedy said. “I believe we must replace the culture of corruption in Washington with a renewed culture of service.”
“I chose to earn a living with my hands, and I can see how average people have been treated recently. Certainly not like bankers or like members of Congress,” Kennedy said. “It’s time we put working people back in Washington.”
Kennedy believes Washington is out of touch with working peoples’ lives and values. “My father always taught me to stand up for what was right and fair,” says Kennedy. “I see very little of what is right and fair on either side of the aisle in Washington.”
“Politicians will say anything to get elected,” says Kennedy. “But once they’re in Washington, they spend their time taking money from lobbyists and handing out taxpayer money to corporate interests. Enough is enough. Everyday Americans need someone in Washington to put an end to the greed. I will listen to the working people of western North Carolina, and I want them know I’m on their side.”
Billy is married to Rebecca (“Becka”) Saunders. They have three children: Amber Grace; Jessica; and “Willis”.
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SCHEDULE FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2010
9:00 a.m. – Billy Kennedy arrives at the Watauga County Courthouse Board of Elections, 842 W. King Street, Suite 6, Boone, NC for certification to file for office. Supporters and press invited. Brief remarks by the candidate
10:00 a.m. – Billy Kennedy Caravan departs for Wilkes County
10:45 a.m. – Billy Kennedy arrives at the Wilkes County Heritage Museum, 100 E. Main St., Wilkesboro, NC. Supporters and press invited. Remarks by the candidate
11:30 a.m. – Billy Kennedy Caravan departs for Winston-Salem
12:30 p.m. – Billy Kennedy arrives at the Forsyth County Democratic Party headquarters, 1128 Burke St., Winston-Salem. Supporters and press invited. Remarks by the candidate. Luncheon refreshments available
1:30 p.m. – Billy Kennedy Caravan departs for Raleigh
4:00 p.m. – Billy Kennedy arrives at the North Carolina Board of Elections, 506 North Harrington Street, Raleigh, NC and files to run for Congress representing the 5th District of North Carolina. Press invited
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