More on the Jim Black insider who once called Meck Rep. John Rhodes “a true nutcase” — how inside? Would you believe Speaker Black’s own staff emails Norris to find out what Speaker Black thinks about issues? Documents released to the News & Observer prove it.
In May, Zadia Brown of Black’s office emailed Norris to ask what Black thought about the Clean Water Act, cigarette taxes, immigration, and hiring more teachers for public schools. Brown said she needed “better direction” on those issues.
She got little direction back, as Norris’ response was bland talking-points, at best. But there is no hiding the central role she plays in Black’s political life.
