Davis Campaign gaining momentum and moving full speed ahead

Don Davis for N.C. Senate

"Leadership for Our Future"

For immediate release:

Davis Campaign gaining momentum and moving full speed ahead

(Snow Hill, North Carolina)–In response to the growing support from voters in District 5, the Don Davis for N.C. Senate Committee has planned campaign kick-off activities in all three (3) counties of N.C. Senate District 5.

Davis, who is the Mayor of Snow Hill, has been pleased by the wide base of support for his campaign. "It has truly been encouraging to meet with people in Pitt, Wayne, and Greene counties and hear how excited and willing they are to support our campaign. Many have commented on the progress in Snow Hill and want a leader with a proven track record of success representing them in Raleigh. They also want a dynamic, innovative, and energetic leader, who is able to unite the District" Davis said.

Each county will hold a reception for voters to come and meet the candidate.

Wayne County Meet and Greet Reception:

Monday, March 10, 2008

Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Royal Tea Room

209 South Berkeley Boulevard

Goldsboro, North Carolina

Pitt County Meet and Greet Reception:

Friday, March 14, 2008

Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Cornerstone Baptist Church-Multipurpose Room

1095 Allen Road

Greenville, North Carolina

Greene County Meet and Greet Reception:

Saturday, March 15, 2008

Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Greene County Community Center

814 West Harper Street

Snow Hill, North Carolina

Davis has set the following priorities for the District: improving early childhood, K-12, and access to higher education; promoting access to quality healthcare and affordable housing; advocating on the behalf of N.C. employees; protecting members of the US Armed Forces, veterans, and their families; supporting small businesses, farmers, tourism, and rural communities, while fostering regional development; securing funds for water, sewer, roads, and technology; upholding public safety and preventing gang violence; strengthening our mental health system and funding substance abuse services; protecting our environment; and promoting an open and ethical government.

Six Democratic candidates are vying for the N.C. Senate District 5 seat. Residents will cast their votes for a senatorial candidate in the May 6, 2008 primary election.

For more information about Davis please visit, www.votedondavis.com.

Davis Resigns as First District Chair

February 11, 2008

Jerry Meek, Chairman

North Carolina Democratic Party

220 Hillsborough Street

Raleigh, NC 27603

Dear Chairman Meek:

It is with both regret and anticipation that I resign my position as chairman of the First Congressional District Democratic Party of North Carolina, effective immediately. I will be pursuing a new direction in my work within the North Carolina Democratic Party and the residents of North Carolina. My plan is to file for the North Carolina Senate District 5 at noon today.

It has been a genuine pleasure working with you, your staff, North Carolina Democratic Party officers at all levels, United States Representative G.K. Butterfield, his staff, a host of North Carolina elected officials, and many great Democrats from across our state, especially those in the 23 counties in the First Congressional District of North Carolina. It was also wonderful working with Mira Jones, eastern political director. She is truly dedicated to the residents of our great District. Our work has been challenging and rewarding. I will forever be grateful for the opportunity to serve as the chairman of the First Congressional District Democratic Party of North Carolina.

If I may help with any transition, please know that I will gladly make myself available. Thank you so much for your friendship and support over the years.

Sincerely,

Donald G. Davis