Kerry says Bush ignores 'average folks' (heading to tour Charley)

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP)

Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry on Friday traced North Carolina's job loss over the past four years to President Bush's fixation on tax cuts for the wealthy and indifference to the needs of everyday Americans.

"I think every American deserves to have leadership that understands the difficulties of average folks," Kerry told about 300 supporters at a Charlotte community college that focuses on job retraining. ..

"Some say Democrats can't win in North Carolina," said former Gov. Jim Hunt. "Well, I won five times. John Edwards won in North Carolina, and John Kerry and John Edwards are going to win in North Carolina in November."

A recent poll showed Kerry within the margin of error in North Carolina, with Bush leading 48% to 45%. ..

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