• N.C. judicial candidates, including those vying for the state Supreme Court, are taking public funds.
  • The Washington Times reports on the third-party challenge to U.S. Rep. Larry Kissell, D-8th.
  • The Fayetteville Observer: Voters want leaders, not political gladiators.
  • In the 8th Congressional District, Tim D?Annunzio is outspending his opponent, Harold Johnson, drawing from his personal wealth to do so.
  • Another ad rips Sen. Richard Burr on oil.
  • Dems? U.S. Senate runoff: big stakes, small target.
  • Bob Etheridge roundup: White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs is “proud” of Etheridge’s apology; text of Etheridge’s apology; video of Etheridge’s press conference.