The place erupted. People came here from Virginia. They came up from South Carolina. They're just supporting someone local.

Every Tuesday night since she made it to Hollywood, we're full up.

It was wild. You would think you were at a football game.

Up until now, people had very little access to see Academy short nominations before the Academy ceremony.

If people and their manner of living were alike everywhere, there would not be much point in moving from one place to another.

I can't imagine having another opportunity to have such a positive impact on the lives and livelihood of the people of North Carolina, ... You will never see someone who is more excited to be here than I am.