James B. Black
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James Boyce Black (born March 25, 1935) is a Democratic member of the North Carolina General Assembly representing the state's one hundredth House district, including constituents in Mecklenburg County. An optometrist from Matthews, North Carolina, Black is currently (2005-2006 session) serving in his tenth term in the state House, where he holds the position of Speaker.
Black earned an O.D. from the Southern College of Optometry.[1]
[edit] Lottery scandal
In 2005 and 2006, Black was linked to a series of scandals involving the North Carolina lottery, established the previous year. The proceedings led to convictions for several involved figures, including lobbyist Kevin L. Geddings and political aide Meredith Norris. Although Black was not indicted, the situation drew ire from the North Carolina Republican Party, which involved the scandal in their November election campaigns.[2]
Black was re-elected in November 2006, but by the narrowest of margins, over Republican Hal Jordan.
[edit] Notes
- ^ http://www.legislature.state.al.us/SearchableInstruments/2005RS/Resolutions/HR89.htm
- ^ Christensen, Rob. "Trial shows capital's shady side.". The News & Observer, Raleigh, North Carolina. October 13, 2006. Retrieved October 17, 2006.
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