Thanks, Bev and all who worked on our behalf
In times of emergency you learn a lot about humankind. To be sure there are stupid people who do stupid things, like jumping off the end of fishing piers to surf storm waves, but most of us pay attention to weather conditions, use common sense and prepare when we have sufficient warning.
Our public servants rise to extraordinary levels during storms and other emergencies, demonstrating care and concern that leave us in wonder. They’ve had far too many instances where they have been called upon but every time the energy and dedication seems to notch up higher.
Let us also say our news media was marvelous in keeping us informed of where the storm was and where it was likely to impact, then showing us in real time the affect this hurricane was having in our state. As Jim Rothschild of WRAL said, “If you can’t love being in the broadcasting profession during a hurricane you are in the wrong profession.” He wasn’t indicating anyone loved the devastation or hardship the emergency wrought but perhaps more than any other time TV and radio professionals know with their very being they are indeed serving the public interest, need and necessity.
And none performed better than Governor, Bev Perdue. She was on top of things from the first indication we might be under threat. Her tone, her message and her obvious concern for our people were evident, even when obviously tired. In our eyes she was very gubernatorial and said the right things at the right time.
you've got to be looking for a state job, with that nice paycheck, little to do, and excellent health insurance and retirement; if i heard one more time "that's the way we do in n.c.", i think i would throw up! she's from w. va. for chris'sake!
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I commend Gov. Perdue's efforts during the threat of Hurricane Irene that hit NC. I think it was a job well done and it showed just how much she cared about the citizens of NC.
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Surly you could see the guv was milking this event for every ounce of political hay possible. She has few opportunities to look "good" any more. Sorry, but I'm not impressed; and a bit surprised (disappointed) at your reaction.
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I agree that she did a very good job with the way she handled the storm, and I'm sure she is a very kind person.
However, I do not believe it will help her chances of re-election.
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Tom,
Bev made some mistakes but I am glad we are recovering. You need to be talking about unemployment and what the GOP is doing to our state with the rising unemployment.
Rep. Bill Faison did a good thing standing up for WORKING PEOPLE this week. You should post his Daily Reflector Editorial and Solution, both found at www.faisonforhouse.com so everyone can read. His PLAN MAKES SENSE. Private sector jobs are goin away because of state cuts. People need to understand.
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Dear Mr.Tom,
I wanted to tell you again how much I enjoyed watching NC Spin.It is a real treat to watch a where panelists treat each other poliely and are civil to each other.I especially enjoyed Sunday's show.I agree we need to eliminate hunger in our state to the greatest extent possible.I think the Foodstamp program should revive the Find and Feed program they had in the late 70s and 80s.I also believe it help if we brought the hunger coalition back that the late Dr.Raymond wheeler Chaired in the 60s through through the mid 80s.In my opinion Dr.Wheeler did an excellent job keeping the focus on the
importance adequate food and nutrition contrbuted toward the maintenance of phycical and mental health.Thanks again for providing such a superb show.
Sincerely,
Ben Niblock
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While I agree with helping the folks that need it , the guidelines need to be tightened and not the other way around . I see " the card " used by people that I really have to wonder how they qualified . A lot of it involves DSS either overlooking certain things or it's a matter of fraud .I see them all the time getting a cart full of groceries , using the card , and then getting into a 40,000 dollar plus automobile ! By gosh , if they can afford the vehicle , they can pay for what they eat . Enough said !!!!
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