Candidates stress rights, dignity, accountability at County GOP Convention
By Franklin County Republican Party
By Franklin County Republican Party
GOP Chairman Danny Pearce receives resolution, presented by Secretary Opie Pearce, honoring his many years of service to the Party at the March 7, 2020, county convention.
Videos Below: GOP Chairman Danny Pearce, State Senate candidate Larry Norman, and State House candidate Matthew Winslow:
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Louisburg, NC, Mar. 9, 2020 -- Six Republican candidates running for election in 2020 stressed the need to preserve individual rights, human dignity, and government accountability during Franklin County Republican Party’s annual convention, held Saturday, March 7, at the Hamilton Hobgood Courthouse Annex.
As North Carolina values and responsible financial stewardship took center stage, 43 delegates were elected to represent Franklin County at the Republican’s district convention, which will be held at 5 p.m., April 4, at the Bible Baptist Church, Creedmoor, NC.
Franklin County Republican Party Chairman Danny Pearce was recognized for his dedicated and loyal county party support. Pearce, who is running for County Commissioner-Seat 7 (At Large), served as second and first vice-chairman of the county party prior to being elected its chairman in 2019.
Pearce called on Franklin County citizens to hold government officials accountable and fight apathy.
“Last time I checked, Franklin County is the third highest taxed county in North Carolina,” Pearce said. If voters turn out and change the makeup of the county commissioners, electing Republicans, “we’re going to make government accountable to you….”
Pearce called on all voters to unite to build up Franklin County.
“We must rise up from our seats of complacency. Rise up from our cushions of apathy and fight! I am not willing to sit around and let Socialism take over our lives without a fight. Are you?”
Louisburg attorney Larry Norman, Republican candidate for NC Senate District 18, indicated he’s passionate about preserving the Bill of Rights, U.S. Constitution, and the nation’s principles for his – and everyone’s - grandchildren.
“I believe we are in a fight over issues I never imagined we’d be in a fight over,” Norman said. “Our principles – including one nation under God – are under assault…. We instituted government to protect these rights…. We’ve got to use all of our efforts to re-elect Donald Trump and conservatives in 2020.”
Associate Judge on the North Carolina Court of Appeals Phil Berger, Jr., currently a candidate for North Carolina Supreme Court, said the right to bear arms, human dignity, religious liberty, and even property permitting decisions are at stake in the state’s courts. Republicans running for the state’s highest courts will add depth, Berger said, noting that Republican candidates represent more than 170 years of legal experience, 50 years on the courts, and five decades of prosecutorial/law enforcement. He indicated, if elected, he would be the only former district attorney on the Supreme Court. Meanwhile, Tamara Barringer would bring desperately needed business law acumen to the state’s top court, he said.
Secretary of State candidate E.C. Sykes indicated he’s running for office primarily because of the assault on values, including the respect for the law, as well as the need for strong economic leadership and job growth.
“At some point, we have to stand up and call enough,” Sykes said, noting that current Secretary of State Elaine Marshall knowingly commissioned noncitizens as notaries. North Carolina General Statute 10B-5 states a notary must be a legal resident of the United States and speak, read and write English.
Sykes was twice recognized for leading one of the 50 fastest-growing companies in North Carolina and worked as a Group President and Executive Officer of a Fortune 500 company responsible for supporting more than 35,000 employees in 20 countries. He said he will prioritize jobs and economic growth, adding, “The Secretary of State drives economic growth.”
Matthew Winslow, NC House District 7 candidate, agrees jobs and economic growth are vital to a growing North Carolina and Franklin County. Winslow, a local builder who has a degree in urban regional planning and has worked in both private and public planning roles, wants to fight government complacency as well.
“I know government inside and out. Trying to get something accomplished is like pushing a noodle uphill,” Winslow said, adding he wanted to work for Franklin County citizens to accomplish much more for its citizens.
County commission candidate Jeremy Neal stressed the need to vote November 3. He indicated one of the reasons he’s running for County Commissioner of District 3 is to improve rural emergency communications for the local volunteer fire departments and emergency rescue units. He also wants to ensure taxpayers receive maximum value for their county tax expenditures.
Voter turnout will be vital, Neal said, concluding, “They aren’t going to count Facebook posts.”
As North Carolina values and responsible financial stewardship took center stage, 43 delegates were elected to represent Franklin County at the Republican’s district convention, which will be held at 5 p.m., April 4, at the Bible Baptist Church, Creedmoor, NC.
Franklin County Republican Party Chairman Danny Pearce was recognized for his dedicated and loyal county party support. Pearce, who is running for County Commissioner-Seat 7 (At Large), served as second and first vice-chairman of the county party prior to being elected its chairman in 2019.
Pearce called on Franklin County citizens to hold government officials accountable and fight apathy.
“Last time I checked, Franklin County is the third highest taxed county in North Carolina,” Pearce said. If voters turn out and change the makeup of the county commissioners, electing Republicans, “we’re going to make government accountable to you….”
Pearce called on all voters to unite to build up Franklin County.
“We must rise up from our seats of complacency. Rise up from our cushions of apathy and fight! I am not willing to sit around and let Socialism take over our lives without a fight. Are you?”
Louisburg attorney Larry Norman, Republican candidate for NC Senate District 18, indicated he’s passionate about preserving the Bill of Rights, U.S. Constitution, and the nation’s principles for his – and everyone’s - grandchildren.
“I believe we are in a fight over issues I never imagined we’d be in a fight over,” Norman said. “Our principles – including one nation under God – are under assault…. We instituted government to protect these rights…. We’ve got to use all of our efforts to re-elect Donald Trump and conservatives in 2020.”
Associate Judge on the North Carolina Court of Appeals Phil Berger, Jr., currently a candidate for North Carolina Supreme Court, said the right to bear arms, human dignity, religious liberty, and even property permitting decisions are at stake in the state’s courts. Republicans running for the state’s highest courts will add depth, Berger said, noting that Republican candidates represent more than 170 years of legal experience, 50 years on the courts, and five decades of prosecutorial/law enforcement. He indicated, if elected, he would be the only former district attorney on the Supreme Court. Meanwhile, Tamara Barringer would bring desperately needed business law acumen to the state’s top court, he said.
Secretary of State candidate E.C. Sykes indicated he’s running for office primarily because of the assault on values, including the respect for the law, as well as the need for strong economic leadership and job growth.
“At some point, we have to stand up and call enough,” Sykes said, noting that current Secretary of State Elaine Marshall knowingly commissioned noncitizens as notaries. North Carolina General Statute 10B-5 states a notary must be a legal resident of the United States and speak, read and write English.
Sykes was twice recognized for leading one of the 50 fastest-growing companies in North Carolina and worked as a Group President and Executive Officer of a Fortune 500 company responsible for supporting more than 35,000 employees in 20 countries. He said he will prioritize jobs and economic growth, adding, “The Secretary of State drives economic growth.”
Matthew Winslow, NC House District 7 candidate, agrees jobs and economic growth are vital to a growing North Carolina and Franklin County. Winslow, a local builder who has a degree in urban regional planning and has worked in both private and public planning roles, wants to fight government complacency as well.
“I know government inside and out. Trying to get something accomplished is like pushing a noodle uphill,” Winslow said, adding he wanted to work for Franklin County citizens to accomplish much more for its citizens.
County commission candidate Jeremy Neal stressed the need to vote November 3. He indicated one of the reasons he’s running for County Commissioner of District 3 is to improve rural emergency communications for the local volunteer fire departments and emergency rescue units. He also wants to ensure taxpayers receive maximum value for their county tax expenditures.
Voter turnout will be vital, Neal said, concluding, “They aren’t going to count Facebook posts.”