House Speaker Thom Tillis (R-Mecklenburg) released the following statement today regarding Governor Bev Perdue’s decision to not seek re-election:
“Governor Perdue has had a long and dedicated career in public service in North Carolina. All too often, the sacrifices of public officials go unnoted, so I acknowledge her hard work and her years of service to the state. Whether we agree with her politics or not, we all should respect her for her commitment to North Carolina over these many …

House Speaker Thom Tillis (R-Mecklenburg) released the following statement today regarding a potential debate with Governor Bev Perdue & Senate President Pro-Tem Phil Berger:
“I would be more than happy to join Sen. Berger in a public debate with Governor Perdue over her proposal to raise the sales tax, which would take more than $800 million out of the pockets of North Carolinians.  Governor Perdue believes that government should demand that our citizens pay more for basic necessities instead of …