Democratic Candidates Announce their Candidacy
February 8, 2014
Democratic Candidates Announce their Candidacy
The following individuals made it official today and announced their candidacy for the upcoming 2014 Election
In the 2nd Congressional District
Clay Aiken
Keith Crisco
American Idol Star Clay Aiken announced earlier last week that he would be seeking the democratic nomination to challenge Rep. Renee Ellmers. Mr. Aiken made an appearance today at the Harnett County event and said that he is running because Rep. Ellmers has lost touch with the district and that we the people of the 2nd district need representation that is connected to the district that she represents. He said that he is running to make Rep. Renee Ellmers respond to the people of the district because she has not responded to the district since taking office.
Former NC Commerce secretary and Businessman Keith Crisco is also vying for the chance to challenge Ellmers in the 2014 general election. Mr. Crisco stated that his experience in creating jobs in North Carolina both in the private and government sector is what he’s all about and he will reach across the isle to make North Carolina a place where people can thrive. Mr. Crisco also stated that he is the only candidate that can beat Ellmers based on experience and leadership.
In the 12th NC Senate District
Joe Langley
Local community leader and businessman, Joe Langley announced that he will be running against Senator Ron Rabin, Mr. Langley is no stranger to local politics and was the former candidate in the 2012 election cycle against NC House member David Lewis. Mr. Langley said that we can not set back and do nothing, we have to get motivated and stop the damage that has been done in Raleigh
NC House Seat District 53
Susan Byerly
Political Newcomer, Susan Byerly announced that she will be seeking the NC House seat 53 currently held by long term David Lewis in the 2014 Election. Ms. Byerly will be making an official announcement on Wednesday at 12:00 pm at Campbell University.
District 2 Harnett County Commissioner
Donna Rigby
Community Volunteer and Political Newcomer, Donna Rigby announced that she will be seeking the 2nd district seat currently held by Gary House. She said that she is running because she is disturbed by the situation of the schools and the park and rec system here in the county.
