Larry Kissell, Democratic candidate for Congress in North Carolina's 8th District, instructing his students in World History at East Montgomery High School.

Aug 12 - Kissell wins National Day of Action – "This campaign has always been about regular people making a difference, which is why I'm thankful for all the volunteers who worked so hard and helped us kick off the 100-day mark to the election," said Kissell. Read more... Aug 12 - What? Congress has money ties to big oil? – Rep. Robin Hayes, R-N.C., who represents the 8th District, leads the top-25 list of those with holdings in leading oil companies? Read more... Aug 9 - Back to School – "This is a day of excitement for the kids," Kissell said. "It's a day of renewal as kids are heading off to school. This is about education and it's important to give our kids the tools they need to succeed." Read more... Aug 4 - Kissell learns from '06 campaign – "There is a lot of excitement in the district and energy coming from knowing that we can win," Kissell said. "We are hitting hard." Read more... July 16 - Kissell: Things worse than in 2006 – "Our days of George Bush are thankfully numbered," he said. Read more... June 18 - $1.22 per gallon for gas – According to FEC reports and financial disclosure forms, Robin Hayes has accepted $124,000 from oil interests and benefits from a trust fund worth as much as $15 million in oil stocks. Read more... June 18 - Kissell Edges Hayes – A poll released Wednesday by Larry Kissell's (D) campaign shows the high school teacher leading Rep. Robin Hayes (R-N.C.) 45 percent to 43 percent. Read more...

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