When and Where is the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner being held?
The dinner will be held at the J.S. Dorton Arena on the N.C. State Fairgrounds in Raleigh on Friday, May 2, 2008.

When should I arrive at Dorton Arena?
We are strongly urging our dinner guests to arrive NO LATER than 6:30pm.

Doors open at 5:30 pm.

Due to a increased level of security, it may take far longer to gain entry to the venue than in past years.

When and where can I pick up my credentials or wristbands?
You can pick up your credentials at Dorton arena.

I did not receive my credentials in advance - what do I do?
Your credentials are being held by North Carolina Democratic Party staff, and can be picked up at the Registration and Ticketing Tent located at Dorton Arena. You will be ask to present a photo-ID at the Registration and Ticketing Tent when you arrive, so please be prepared. The Registration Tent will be open beginning at 10:00am on Friday morning.

I have purchased theater tickets, will the concession stands in Dorton be open?
Yes, the concession stands will be open and will have food and drink items available for purchase.

I have never been to an event with so much security. What will I need to know?
Besides a potential delay in gaining access to the venue, you should not be inconvenienced by the heightened security. Please wear your dinner credential or wrist band so that it is clearly visible. Also, women should be advised that an agent may conduct a visual search of the contents of their handbag or purse. Please carry as little as possible in your bag in order to make sure this process moves quickly.

Can I bring a camera?
Yes, you should feel free to bring a camera with you to the event.

How will I know where to go?
If you are confused about where to go when you arrive, please show one of our staff your ticket at the Registration and Ticketing Tent. They will direct you to the proper entrance.

Where should I park for the event?
Parking will be available on the N.C. State Fairgrounds and volunteers will be on hand to assist with directions. We do encourage everyone to carpool as much as possible as spaces will be limited.

Are there any events after the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner is over?
Yes, the Young Democrats of North Carolina have planned an event to be held at the Clarion Hotel immediately following JJ. You can find more information on their website at www.ydnc.org.

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When and Where is the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner being held?
The dinner will be held at the J.S. Dorton Arena on the N.C. State Fairgrounds in Raleigh on Friday, May 2, 2008.

By MIKE BAKER, Associated Press

More than four times as many blacks have registered to vote in North Carolina during the first few months of 2008 as four years ago, a sign that bodes well for Sen. Barack Obama in the state's May 6 Democratic presidential primary.

There has also been a boom in voter registrations overall across age, race, gender and party affiliation, according to the North Carolina state board of elections. And, even though the traditional registration period closes Friday, the numbers may continue to climb if voters take advantage of North Carolina's new same-day registration law.

Lisa Boone-Wood, JOURNAL REPORTER

Students for Barack Obama set up a sound system in front of the clock tower at Winston-Salem State University one recent afternoon and cranked up the music.

Speakers encouraged political activism while others worked the crowd to sign up new voters. In two hours, 110 students had registered to vote.

College interns for Hillary Clinton met one night last week at her headquarters in an old house at the edge of downtown.

They worked the phones, exchanged ideas about how to get out campaign information and learned how to reply to questions posed by voters on a Web site set up by the campaign.

With the May 6 primary just three weeks away, the presidential campaigns are focusing on young voters and campus organizing more than ever.

The North Carolina Democratic Party announced today that Raleigh’s RBC Center will be the site for the April 27th Democratic Presidential Debate.

Click here to apply to attend the debate.

It will be held in partnership with North Carolina State University and CBS News.

CBS will broadcast the 90-minute live debate, beginning at 8 p.m., immediately following 60 Minutes. Katie Couric and Bob Schieffer will moderate.

NEW DETAILS: President Clinton Returns to North Carolina TODAY
Clinton Will Visit in Pembroke, Laurinburg, Monroe, and Charlotte

The Clinton campaign today announced new details for President Bill Clinton’s return to North Carolina to campaign for Hillary today, Friday, April 4. He will attend events in Pembroke, Laurinburg, Monroe, and Charlotte.

All events are free and open to the public. No tickets are required.

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Barack Obama

Chelsea Clinton will attend the Young Democrats of North Carolina 80th Anniversary Convention on Saturday, March 29th at 3:45 PM. The Convention will take place at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Research Triangle Park.

Clinton to Deliver Economic Policy Address in Raleigh

The Clinton campaign today announced new details about Hillary Clinton’s visit to North Carolina this Thursday, March 27, attending campaign events in Raleigh, Fayetteville, and Winston-Salem.

All events are free and open to the public. No tickets are required.

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When and Where is the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner being held?
The dinner will be held at the J.S. Dorton Arena on the N.C. State Fairgrounds in Raleigh on Friday, May 2, 2008.