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.

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