It was 2006 and I had just graduated from ECU and was thrown into an area of the state I’ve never been. I’m in my first job, as a campaign manager, and was so lost! Enter Mark and Leslie! Mark was the Western Regional Director for the Democratic Party for NC at the time. There are no words to describe how much Mark helped me, but more importantly how he was a friend. I’ll always remember being able to bounce ideas off of him and ask for advice. I wish we stayed in touch. I will always remember Mark as someone who helped me during one of my big life changes coming into the real world of politics. Leslie, I’m so sorry to hear this. I’m sending you a big big hug! Mark, I hope you are setting up Burma Shave signs wherever you are!