"Orr Force One" takes a Backseat to No One

Under the Dome's blog site yesterday and again in the print edition this morning featured a story about one of my primary opponents Fred Smith and his new campaign RV. This 34 foot gas guzzler has been retrofitted to house up to six staffers complete with lap tops and internet cards along with I guess all the comforts of home for the candidate. According to Dome such a vehicle starts around $100,000 and was paid for by the candidate. Used primarily for the Smith statewide BBQ tour, "Hushpuppy Heaven" is apparently a sight to see.

But lest Orr supporters feel we are being outdone, rest assured that "Orr Force One" will not take a backseat to any vehicle. Our dashing 2004 extended cab 2WD Toyota Tundra pickup is a match for any campaign vehicle on the road. Purchased from Fred Anderson Toyota in Raleigh for a mere $22,000 and financed by BB&T (less than a year left before we're debt free) this well oiled driving machine has already logged thousands of miles from the mountains to the coast.

Piloted by Matt Barnes or the candidate himself, we have resisted the urge to retro fit this campaign essential because the lovely gray cloth seats are extremely comfortable and the back seat can either hold two short legged staffers or if the seat is folded up, two full sets of golf clubs. While we have contemplated placing a card table and rocking chair in the bed of the truck, we are not sure that this would meet current safety standards.

Hopefully, Dome will give our campaign equal attention and already our sophisticated media team is placing calls to press members offering rides in "Orr Force One" on a limited, first come, first serve basis. Look for us on a road (poorly maintained under the current administration) near you.