? Richard Moore receives a key union endorsement.

? The Associated Press fact-checks Beverly Perdue’s ad claiming credit for protecting NC military bases.

? During a TV interview in Asheville, Fred Smith talks taxes, schools, education, and conservatism.

? “Under the Dome” takes a look at Pat McCrory’s wheels.

? On his blog, Bob Orr reacts to the firing of Debbie Crane and Gov. Easley’s handling of the mental-health mess.

? Bill Graham hasn’t gone back on the air with TV spots.

? The crosstabs from the latest Survey USA poll on the GOP candidates identify their respective geographic bases. (Read with caution.)