July 6, 2012

Neal Harrington

Campaign Manager

704-578-1248

neal@jimpendergraphcampaign.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Mecklenburg County Commissioner Neil Cooksey Endorses Jim Pendergraph

(Charlotte, NC) – Today, Mecklenburg County Commissioner Neil Cooksey announced his endorsement of Jim Pendergraph in the Congressional Runoff on July 17th.

Neil stated, "I am proud to support my colleague and friend, Jim Pendergraph. I have absolutely no doubt that he is the best candidate to serve our citizens as he has done for his entire career. Jim is a man of the highest integrity and who I trust to represent my family. I have been blessed to serve our community since 2008, and I encourage my supporters and others to join me in supporting Jim on July 17th."

Jim commented, “There are no words that could begin to express my gratitude for Neil's support, but much more importantly, his friendship. He is one of the most courageous individuals I have ever met, and his optimistic outlook on life is a lesson to be learned by all. Neil transcends politics, and that is something that I will carry with me for a lifetime. He is a remarkable man and someone that I am honored to call my friend."

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