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Leading Legal Groups, Teachers Endorse Stephens
The North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers and the North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys -- lawyers who typically represent opposing sides in civil litigation -- have both endorsed Judge Linda Stephens. Stephens is the only judge to date to receive the dual endorsement of these groups for the 2008 election.
"These lawyers follow our courts carefully," Stephens said, "and I am honored to have their unified support. I strive every day to work hard and apply the law fairly, and am grateful for the recognition that these endorsements represent."
In addition to the legal groups, Stephens was recently endorsed by the North Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE). NCAE has 70,000 members and 130 local units around the state. See press release >>
Stephens Announces Bipartisan Endorsements from Former Chief Justices
Raleigh – Three former Chief Justices of the North Carolina Supreme Court – James Exum, I. Beverly Lake Jr., and Burley Mitchell – have announced their bipartisan endorsement of Judge Linda Stephens. Lake, a registered Republican, served as Chief Justice from 2000–2006. Democrats Exum and Mitchell served as Chief Justice 1986–1995 and 1995–1999, respectively.
"I very much appreciate having the support of former Chief Justices from both parties," said Stephens. "North Carolinians want their judges to be fair and impartial, and I am grateful to have the support of Democrats, Republicans, and others who understand my record of dedication to putting the law above all other considerations." See press release >>
Stephens First to Judicial Fundraising "Finish Line"
Judge Linda Stephens of the North Carolina Court of Appeals is the first North Carolina candidate to raise the maximum contributions allowable under the Judicial Campaign Reform Act.
Although candidates have until May 6, 2008, to raise the funds required to participate in public financing, Stephens has both qualified and reached the fundraising limit more than four months early. See the press release >>
Campaign Kickoff Big Success
Judge Stephens' September 20, 2007 campaign kickoff was a great success! Approximately 150 people turned out for the event, which was held at the Raleigh City Museum.
In attendance were many of Judge Stephens' colleagues from the appellate courts and members of the Superior and District courts, as well as Raleigh Mayor Charles Meeker, Wake County District Attorney Colon Willoughby and Representatives Jennifer Weiss and Deborah Ross. Members of Judge Stephens' family, friends, elected officials, and former colleagues from her days of private practice enjoyed the jazz music of Erich Lieth and spectacular food from the Irregardless Café. See photos >>
