Eric Ferguson Kickoff

Campaign Kick-Off Date Set

Eric Ferguson takes lead as Republicans scramble to find candidate

Rocky Mount, VA, March 19, 2007:  Eric Ferguson, candidate for Virginia's Ninth District House of Delegates seat has announced plans for his official Campaign Kick-off. Ferguson plans to launch his bid on Thursday, March 29th at 4:00pm at the Franklin County Court House, located at 275 South Main Street in Rocky Mount.

The Kick-Off will host several special guests including House Democratic Leader, Delegate Ward Armstrong of Martinsville, and House Caucus Leader Brian J. Moran of Alexandria. A reception is scheduled to immediately follow.

The Ferguson Campaign has gained statewide attention in recent weeks as Democrats place bets on regaining control of the General Assembly. Ferguson's 2005 bid was one of the closest in the Commonwealth with a difference of 1,265 votes. Ferguson won Franklin County which accounts for 75% of the District. The Ferguson campaign saw an average increase of 7 points in Democratic performance district wide.

Following Ferguson's announcement in the 03/12/2007 Roanoke Times, Republican Delegate Allen Dudley announced his retirement, leaving the GOP without a clear candidate. While a GOP frontrunner has not emerged, the Republicans have set a date of May 12 to determine who their candidate will be.

With widespread name recognition, momentum from his 2005 bid, and six weeks of unopposed campaigning, Ferguson's lead is sure to increase. "I'm not worried who my opponent will be. I am not running to oppose anyone, I am running to restore common sense and accountability to Richmond," said Ferguson. "I've said before," he added, "I want to spend my time telling folks about my vision for Virginia and the Ninth District."

Eric Ferguson
A lifelong resident of the district, Eric was raised in the Snow Creek section of Franklin County. He received his Bachelor's degree at the University of Virginia and his law degree at the University of Richmond. No stranger to the General Assembly, while attending law school, Eric served as a legislative aide to Sen. Virgil Goode of Rocky Mount.

Following law school Eric entered private practice in Rocky Mount and is a partner at Rhodes, Ferguson, and Stone. Whether it was representing developers on various planning issues or arguing before the Virginia Supreme Court, Eric's professional experience has provided him the leadership skills needed in Richmond.

With his wife, Sue and daughters, Morgan and Nora, Eric makes his home in Rocky Mount.

You may learn more about Eric and his campaign at www.fergusonfordelegate.com.

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