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5/5/10: A Thank You From Michael

Dear Friends,

I have to admit, this has been a tough election.  It is not easy running against a fellow Republican.  However, I have had the opportunity to work with some of the most wonderful people in New Hanover County.  Some are old friends and some are new.

I am writing this final note to thank all those people who worked on my campaign - volunteers, poll workers, contributors, and all the others who stood by me as we fought the good fight.  I am truly humbled by the effort that so many people put in this campaign.  While I have been in the spotlight as the candidate, you should know that there are many, many others who care just as deeply as I do about our community and worked equally as hard.  It is never easy losing an election.  However, the new friendships and learning how passionate so many are about our community have made it all worthwhile.

Once again, thank you and God bless.

Yours truly,

Michael

5/4/10: Follow Twitter

Visit Michael's twitter page for campaign activities throughout Election Day.

5/4/10: TODAY IS THE DAY - PLEASE VOTE FOR MICHAEL LEE

Yes, today is Primary Election Day. It has been a long tough campaign. A lot of people have worked a lot of hours and spent a lot of time stuffing envelopes, making phone calls and knocking on doors.

To all of you who have supported my campaign, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. It has meant so much to Heidi and me for so many people to get involved with this campaign.

I have tried to stick to the issues and let voters know how I would serve them in Raleigh. Many times it became necessary to point out the differences between my opponent and me. But in the end, the newspaper editorial board and the business community found it to be in the best interest of New Hanover County to support my candidacy. I am grateful to them for understanding my positions on the issues and the values I will bring to the job.

Please do one more thing – even if it is in the rain – please go to the polls today and vote for me for the North Carolina Senate. And then ask at least one more Republican or Unaffiliated voter to go to the polls and cast their vote for Michael Lee for NC Senate.

Thank you again for all your support.

Michael Lee

5/3/10: Press Conference

Michael took the lead today at a press conference to expose the misleading tactics being used by ABLE. Six other local candidates in the Republican Primary showed up to voice their opposition to the so called "sample Republican ballots" that ABLE is handing out to confuse voters. Look for coverage on tonight's news.

5/3/10: Michael Lee Sign Wave

We had a great time at the Sign Wave on Saturday at Jungle Rapids.

Thanks to Bobby Rippy for putting us up. Thanks also to Jody for providing great burgers from Two Guys Grille.

The kids had a blast waving signs and rolling in the grass. They are all huge Michael Lee for Senate fans. Go VOTE Tuesday, please!

5/2/10: New Radio Spot, Featuring Heidi Lee

4/29/10: Endorsements Pile Up for Michael Lee

The North Carolina Chamber of Commerce PAC is the latest statewide business organization to endorse Michael Lee for North Carolina Senate according to Nancy Benford, Campaign Manager for the Lee campaign. Read more...

4/27/10: New Campaign Jib Jab Released

The Michael Lee for North Carolina Senate campaign this morning released a new jib jab type video complete with cartoon characters of both Michael Lee and Thom Goolsby. The video, which can be seen at the website www.iwantthatsenateseat.com, was produced in order to draw attention to the real debates in which the candidates have been participating.

4/26/10: Star-News Endorses Lee for NC Senate

The Wilmington Star-News endorsed Michael Lee for the North Carolina Senate today. The endorsement was made by the publisher and editorial page editor of the newspaper. Read the full article.

To read a press statement from Lee's campaign visit Michael's Blog.

4/23/10: An Appeal From Heidi

Dear Fellow Republican:

As we get down to the final days of the primary campaign for NC Senate, there are a few things I want you know about my husband Michael Lee.

From a personal perspective, Michael is an amazing father and husband.
 While we decided to run for NC Senate again after much thought and consideration, I can honestly say there was no doubt in my mind that he needed to run.  Michael is a kind husband and wonderful father to our four children, Miles (9), Sydney (8), Sammy (6) and Sawyer (3).

Of all the things I know and love about Michael, it is his devotion to his family that makes me the proudest. Read more...

4/21/10: First Debate Held in Senate Race

Wilmington, NC. – Michael Lee set the stage in last night’s debate with Thom Goolsby in his opening statement. "We are going to talk about the issues tonight – one of which is character," Lee told the audience of over 100 people. Read more...

4/20/10: Dirty Politics Surfaces in North Carolina Senate Race

Please read this statement released by my campaign this afternoon:

Wilmington, NC. - The Michael Lee for North Carolina Senate campaign today launched a barrage of objections to the campaign tactics of Thom Goolsby and many of his supporters. Read more...

4/19/10: New Radio Spot

Listen to Michael's new radio spot on Thom Goolsby and John Edwards.

For all the supporting documents, visit I Want That Senate Seat.

4/16/10: Tax Day Has Passed But You Are Still Paying Taxes Every Day

Well, yesterday was the day – TAX DAY! While we pay taxes every day – sales tax, income tax, gas tax, payroll tax . . . we all associate April 15 with taxes. As you know, I lost one of the closest 2008 NC Senate races in the state against Julia Boseman. When I was campaigning against her, I talked about how we had some of the highest taxes in the southeast. Today, we have some of the highest taxes in the nation. We have to bring down taxes for everyone – working families, small businesses and large businesses. Read more...

4/14/10: Thank You

Thank you to the Rahes for hosting a wonderful event for Michael last night. He and Heidi appreciate all the support from everyone who attended!

Please check our calendar for other upcoming meet and greet events.

4/13/10: Michael discusses incentives in his new blog.

Given where we are in this economy, I would like to discuss an issue directly related to jobs – incentives. We have all heard about the disgraceful use of taxpayer money over the years in monetary incentives granted to large corporations to locate in North Carolina. Read more...

4/1/10: Unemployment

NC set a new record in February but it is not one to be proud of - unemployment at 11.2%! We must get control over NC's high taxes, massive debt and regulatory structure as all 3 of these items make businesses think twice before coming to NC. Enough is enough! Please vote for Michael Lee on May 4 so we can get NC finally headed in the right direction.

3/31/10: Another Great Fundraiser

We had another great fundraiser at the Glendennings on Thursday night. Thank you to everyone who came!

More events and opportunities to meet Michael coming up this month so take a look at our calendar.

3/26/10: I Want That Senate Seat

Watch Michael's new ad at www.iwantthatsenateseat.com.

3/24/10: Tort Reform

Thank you for the e-mails and phone calls in response to my last blog! I will continue to write about my position on the issues as we approach the election. Today, my campaign for NC Senate released a television ad that focuses on Thom Goolsby’s position on tort reform. Read more...

3/23/10: Thank You

Thanks Col. (ret) and Mrs. David Burgess for hosting the meet and greet at their home in Porters Neck on Sunday evening. Many neighbors dropped by to meet Michael and Heidi. Please check our calendar for other upcoming meet and greet events.

3/19/10: Education

It is disheartening to know that each time I go to my children’s elementary school, roughly 1/3 of the children I see walking the halls or sitting in class are not at grade level in basic subjects like reading and math – according to the statistics we know about North Carolina schools. Read more...

3/17/10: I Want That Senate Seat

This is a brief political parody on Thom Goolsby's claim that he is not a politician. For more information visit www.iwantthatsenateseat.com.

3/15/10: Enough is Enough

Check out Michael's television ad "Enough is Enough" currently running on local and cable channels.