NC: The Democratic Revoluation Continues

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Sunday February 20, 2005 · 11:33 AM PST

2005/02/20 · 11:33

Jerry Meek was elected as North Carolina Democratic State Party Chairman Saturday by a vote of 271 - 242. The contest between Meek and Ed Turlington, Sen. John Kerry's campaign director, was billed as Meek representing progressive "grass roots" Democrats and Turlington representing "establishment" Democrats.

Gov. Easley recommended Turlington as Party Chairman. Almost every elected state wide elected Democrat supported Turlington. Most significantly, former Gov. Jim Hunt, a sixteen year Governor and political icon, nominated Turlington.

The initial media response is to frame Meek's election as a slap at Gov. Easley:

"North Carolina Democrats delivered a blow to Gov. Mike Easley on Saturday, choosing a favorite of local party activists over Easley's choice as state party chairman. - Independent Tribune Read More

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