May I introduce myself.  I’m Jerry Butler.  I want
to be your North Carolina Senator in the 45th district – Alexander, Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes counties.

My wife, Phyllis, a former teacher, and I have been married for 26 years.  We have two children.  Brooke, my daughter, is 18 years old and is a senior in high school.  She will attend college at Chapel Hill starting August 2008.  My son, Rhett, is 16.  He is a sophomore in high school.

As for myself, I was adopted at age four.  My step-father never finished the 8th grade.  I grew up farming tobacco.  It wasn’t easy for me, but at least my family taught me how to work that gave me a deep respect for a dollar.  Many of you probably grew up the same way.

I give full credit to one of my teachers for my going to college.  She guided me and encouraged me.  I think teachers have more influence than they realize.  I back our teachers 100%.

I worked my way through college, then borrowed money to go to dental school.  When I set up my dental practice in Boone I was deep in debt.  The people in Boone were good to me.  Because of these good people and the Lord’s blessings I was fortunate enough to realize the American dream.  This is what I want for our children and grandchildren to enjoy.  Hard work can turn into the American dream.

As for community involvement, I have served in the Jaycees, the Kiwanis club (Lt Governor), Downtown Development Board, Board of Public Health, Watauga County Hospital Staff, General Contractor License, Real Estate License and am very active in my church – Boone United Methodist Church.  I have been a boy scout leader for 10 years. 

My son, Rhett, is an Eagle Scout and I am very proud of his achievement.   We hunt and have enjoyed hunting our entire life.

All Republicans have to come together to win our November election.

I want you as a friend and ask for your support and vote in my bid for North Carolina Senator.

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