? Pat McCrory presses the attack on Beverly Perdue about the Sewell/Board of Transportation affair and the ethics-commission controversy. During the Wednesday night debate on WUNC-TV, McCrory and Libertarian Michael Munger disagree on some issues, such as the death penalty, but aim much of their comments at the absent Perdue. At an early forum, Perdue and McCrory offer contrasting views about economic development.
? Elizabeth Dole cites persistent gas shortages in Western North Carolina as evidence that a new energy policy is needed. She also endorses John McCain’s move to suspend his campaign and come back to Washington to help pass a financial-assistance bill. She still sounds skeptical of the Paulson Plan, though.
? Kay Hagan continues to make an issue of Dole’s service on the Banking Commission, arguing that she should have done more to head off the financial crisis. Hagan campaigns with Michelle Obama in Greensboro.
