? Kay Hagan leads Elizabeth Dole in three recent polls, reflecting a broader Democratic trend in North Carolina in both federal races. One factor in the Senate polling is a strong showing by Chris Cole, the Libertarian candidate.
? The conflict-of-interest allegations surrounding Louis Sewell, an Easley appointee to the state board of transportation and a fundraiser for Beverly Perdue, help Pat McCrory claim the reformer label and challenge the Perdue campaign.
? McCrory seeks to reassure Charlotte residents, waiting in long lines (sometimes in vain) to refuel their automobiles. Perdue draws criticism from the Left for his position on educating illegal immigrants in state community colleges.
