Mar 04 2008
Rep Wiley Faces Strong Primary Opponent
RALEIGH — Two-term Rep. Laura Wiley faces a Republican primary challenge from George Ragsdale, part of a well-known Jamestown political family.
“I have no quarrel with Laura Wiley at all,” Ragsdale said. “I appreciate and respect the work she’s done. But I know I can do more.”
Ragsdale’s grandfather was a county commissioner; his father was a longtime mayor and City Council member. Other family members have served in elected and appointed posts locally. And the family name adorns a high school and streets in the area.
“Certainly his family has been a tremendous asset to Jamestown and they are well-known for their philanthropy,” Wiley said of her challenger.
The way I look at it, what on earth has George Ragsdale accomplished for the community other than inherit a gazillion dollars? Laura Wiley has a great community service record and has earned our respect ON HER OWN.
I couldn’t agree more with your statement J.D! Someone gets some money under their belts and BOOM! Into government we go! Guess they want to protect their interests! Let’s start a little conversation on this can we community??
Thank’s to both of you for the positive comments about my wife. Each kind word means a lot to both of us. I don’t believe that I know either of you but if you would like to help out on the campaign, please contact us at ElectLauraWiley@aol.com.