NC-08: Positive profile of Kissell

Cross-posted from NC House Races
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Some might wish for more balance, but this piece in the Anson Record *is* a profile of Kissell, after all. And quite good, too. My favorite nugget:

Kissell's most pointed criticism of Hayes concerns the congressman's breaking a pledge to oppose the Central American Free Trade Agreement.

After vowing not to support the measure, Hayes cast a crucial vote to help pass the bill Kissell said devastated a troubled Eighth District economy.

“Robin put party loyalty ahead of the interests of the people,” Kissell said. “He is not the first person to do so. But I believe since he has gotten to Washington, he has forgotten who he was sent there to represent.

“Last year the congressman got angry because a school superintendent from this district questioned the effectiveness of federal education policy. Our congressman actually told this career educator, ‘you need me more than I need you.' I think that is clearly a man who has lost touch with who he represents.”

If he continues to get great local press like this, Kissell really does have a shot at winning this seat.

Oh, and don't forget -- John Edwards is campaigning with Kissell on October 13th at Concord High School. Glad to see Edwards getting behind our congressional candidates!

--NCProsecutor