From Larry Womble

October 10, 2006




CC: Mr. Harold Hairston, President
Attorney Harold Kennedy
Chairman of the Forsyth County Democratic Party
315 North Main Street—Suite 2000
Winston-Salem, NC 27101

Dear Attorney Kennedy:

This letter is written on behalf of Ms. Linda Sutton I strongly support and recommend Ms. Linda Sutton to fill the vacancy of the former Chair position of Ms. Joan Cardwell to the Forsyth County Board of Election Committee. Ms. Linda Sutton is dedicated and exemplary in her services, involvement, and commitment to many civic and community activities. She is well known throughout Forsyth County and the city of Winston-Salem.

I have known Ms. Sutton more than 20 years and have worked with her on many civic and community activities. Ms. Sutton has the knowledge and experience. She is opened minded honest and fair in rendering decisions and accepts her duties with a challenge. She has brought to the table many ideas and strategies that have been very effective in improving the voters registration in carrying out its mission Ms. Sutton has served on many committees holding leadership positions. She chaired Forsyth County Special Voters Commission, was appointed by Governor Hunt to serve on the NC Law Election Law Review Commission, and served as the 12th District Coordinator for the National Coalition on Black Voters Participation. Ms. Sutton is faithful to her church and is very honest and fair in making decisions objectively that would benefit the citizens.

I would greatly appreciate your consideration of my recommendation of Ms. Linda Sutton appointment as Chair of the Forsyth County Board of Election Committee. Please do not hesitate to contact my office for assistance.

Respectfully,