You did it! Because of great supporters like you, we were able to launch our first TV ad of the general election this weekend. Rather than hiring paid actors like Senator Burr, I decided to talk directly to voters. Take a look.

Sam Stein's post on Huffington Post calls into question whether or not I'd like to see the President come to North Carolina. The post is well intentioned, I am sure, but my comments are taken a bit of context and blown up to a bigger story. The truth is:

I would welcome President Obama to North Carolina.

I would take the opportunity to thank him for endorsing legislation that would help small businesses and save 4,500 teacher jobs in North Carolina. I would also speak with him about ending the War in Afghanistan, and how Washington as a whole isn't responding to the needs of ordinary Americans.

The following letter was sent to Democratic County conventions from Elaine. -- Staff

Dear Friends --

As we gather together for our conventions, I want to take a moment and reflect on how far we have come together. Since 2004, we’ve taken back the House of Representatives and the US Senate. We’ve defeated Liddy Dole, elected President Barack Obama, and we have now passed health insurance reform expanding coverage to millions of people while saving hundreds of thousands of lives.

One thing that hasn’t changed is Richard Burr.

Richard Burr is still looking out for big business and insurance companies over regular North Carolinians. He’s protecting Wall Street instead of protecting Main Street. On top of that he says he’s basing his campaign on repealing health insurance reform.

I say it’s time we repeal him instead.

Friends, I am humbled and honored to have the support of former U.S. Senator Robert Morgan. His leadership for North Carolina is greatly missed and I hope to return his seat back to the people of North Carolina by defeating Richard Burr in November. -- Elaine

A Special Message from Former U.S. Senator Robert Morgan:

Over thirty years ago, I had the distinct honor to be a United States Senator.

It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to serve the people of North Carolina that I have always cherished. It was a different time then. Sure, there were partisan politicians and obstructionists, but this Senate sure is different than my day.

A fundamental trust has been broken between Washington and the American people. When I served in the United States Senate, we got things done and there was a level of professional decorum that we adhered too. That has sadly changed since then, but it can be restored -- if, we elect the right leader for the job.

That is why I am supporting Elaine Marshall for Senate. Will you join me?