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Does that mean Chelsea will be hitting the gay bars in Charlotte? That would be kinda cool.

Tomorrow, 4/4, President Bill Clinton will be attending a Rally hosted by the College Democrats at UNC Charlotte.

Halton Arena 3pm, doors open at 1pm
9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223

As an alumni and former UNCCCD member I am excited to see a former President visit our campus. Too often Democrats forget about our City and our University, Clinton's visit is the first for someone with the stature of a former President.

Charlotte 4 Hillary will hold a brief meeting after the office opening party in Charlotte on Thursday. We will discuss voter registration activities, visibility strategies, debate parties, election return parties, telephone banks and other future events. Feel free to participate, and feel free to offer your thoughts and ideas for delivering Mecklenburg County and North Carolina to Hillary. I look forward to seeing everyone there.

North Carolina for Hillary Charlotte Head Quarters Office Opening

According to the Charlotte Observer, a group of ostensible environmentalists will hold an expensive fundraiser for Barack Obama in their posh home in the Myers Park neighborhood of Charlotte. I quote:

The invitation-only fundraisers will be at the Bonwood Drive home of environmental activists Bob Perkowitz and Lisa Renstrom. A "general reception" costs $1,000 a person. A "host reception" costs $2,300.

Perhaps these ostensible environmentalists should research Obama's record on the environment before raising money for his campaign. Exelon, a nuclear energy giant in Illinois, is Obama's sixth largest donor. In fact, Exelon employees have donated over $269,100 to his federal campaigns and over $194,750 in 2008.

We will be holding a gathering of volunteers and HRC supporters in the Charlotte area. This is a chance to get to know fellow supporters and find out what you can do to help the campaign in the coming weeks. Please join us for fun, food and information!!!

The first Huddle for Hillary on 10 March in south Charlotte was a success. Another organizational meeting for Hillary will occur on Thursday, 20 March, at 6pm at Talley's Green Grocery, which is located at the intersection of Scott Avenue and East Boulevard in the Dilworth neighborhood of Charlotte. Future events such as fundraisers, phone banks, GOTV efforts, debate parties and future meetings will be planned and discussed. Please arrive with friends and suggestions.

Hello all. Wanted to share this piece of news with everyone. It's actually great news. Charlotte, NC has finally adopted an Anti Bullying Policy

Over the past couple of years, I've asked readers on several occasions to help me understand Charlotte - to no avail. But now I'm thinking that this this story in the Charlotte Observer might help, if I can figure out what it says. The story starts this way:

Democratic and Republican Charlotte City Council members say they would support Mayor Pat McCrory's run for governor, if for no other reason than its benefits to Charlotte.
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At least three of the seven Democrats on council and all four Republicans support him running. Mayor Pro Tem Susan Burgess said she told McCrory she likes the idea because it would bring more attention to Charlotte and get all candidates in the race to focus more on urban issues.

But Burgess, a Democrat, said she's pledged her support and vote for Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue, also a Democrat.

Then the mom of a friend weighs in.

"Obviously, if he were to run and win, it would be good for Charlotte," Democratic councilwoman Patsy Kinsey said. "But I know that it would be difficult for him to run and still be mayor, given his dedication to the job."

Is the reporter trying to imply that Councilwoman Kinsey "supports" McCrory for governor? I've read the story three times and can't figure out who are the three Democrats the reporter is referring to.

Can anyone help me through this?

Title changed from "Questions for Charlotte" to reflect what I'm really asking.

Yesterday, Betsy wrote this post about Pat McCrory, who complained recently that Charlotte and other big cities don't get no respect from the bumpkins in Raleigh. It's a fascinating assertion, and one well worth exploring.

In the comments below the post, lieutenant governor candidate Dan Besse offered this insightful observation in response.