Candidate Biography (submitted by campaign):

Birth date: January 21, 1952
Wife (Judith), two children (Brian and Nelson Spear), five grand children
Graduated Creswell High School
Attended Pitt Community College
Graduated with Basic Law Enforcement Certification for Wildlife Officers at School of Government, Chapel Hill
Former wildlife officer, deputy sheriff and retired as Clerk of Superior Court for Washington County after 23 years of service
Served as member of State Judicial Council, Governor's Crime Commission
Member, Scuppernong Church of Christ

North Carolina must continue to meet new challenges and demands placed upon us by being one of the fastest growing states. We must continue to fund education to ensure a quality workforce is available for business and industry.

Recruiting industry and good paying jobs is critical to maintaining our strong economy.  Quality health care is essential as we grow older and more retirees move to North Carolina to enjoy our mild climate, natural beauty and quality of life.  Ensuring our towns, cities, and communities are safe for our citizens to live and raise their family is critical as we continue to grow. 

We have accomplished much but still have more work to do.  I am proud to have been given the opportunity to serve the people of North Carolina, especially the citizens of House District 2.  I thank you for your past support and I seek your continued support and vote on Tuesday, November 4, 2008.

Thank you for your trust and confidence and for giving me the opportunity to serve you in the North Carolina General Assembly.