Holding large banners that read “Sarah Stevens Protects Predators” and “Protect Kids Not Predators,” the demonstrators sought to bring public attention to Newby, Stevens, and others’ record of using West’s...
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Holding large banners that read “Sarah Stevens Protects Predators” and “Protect Kids Not Predators,” the demonstrators sought to bring public attention to Newby, Stevens, and others’ record of using West’s...
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Blust has been in politics for nearly two decades and, despite his messaging, he has not delivered for the people of Guilford County or the state at large. His opponent, Shelly Headen, has a different vision in mind and aims to uplift everyone in Guilford County and beyond.
Cotham’s party switch enabled a sweeping abortion ban, changes to election laws, a reduction in the powers of the governor, and more money taken out of North Carolina’s public schools, among others. She’s running for re-election against Ken McCool from Matthews.
The court case that North Carolina educators had long been hopeful would prod a reluctant General Assembly to produce a better public education system was dismissed this year by North Carolina’s top court. Those who care about North Carolina’s public schools need a new rallying cry.
Holding large banners that read “Sarah Stevens Protects Predators” and “Protect Kids Not Predators,” the demonstrators sought to bring public attention to Newby, Stevens, and others’ record of using West’s support to boost their campaigns.
Stein’s veto came following an outpouring of veto requests from pro-democracy and good government advocates. In an op-ed, State Senator Woodson Bradley noted that Newby has been called “possibly the most ethically compromised chief justice in the country.”
For decades, communities along the Cape Fear River have dealt with the consequences of PFAS contamination linked to Chemours. Now, the company at the center of that pollution is also helping fund Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley’s campaign.
For this holiday, we commemorate the liberation of Black people from the institution of slavery. Moreover, we celebrate the sacrifices, resilience, and culture of the Black community. Communities celebrated with great music, food, and community at these events across our state:
Barnes might not be making headlines this year, but by voting with Republicans 100% of the time, she is part of the team that has left North Carolina families behind, instead prioritizing corporations.
Whatley’s comments come as communities across western North Carolina continue waiting for disaster assistance. President Trump appointed Whatley to help oversee Hurricane Helene recovery, yet many communities are still waiting for the federal support they were promised.
Gov. Stein spoke against the provision of the bill that would allow for challenges of mail-in ballots up to the third day after Election Day. Stein said this provision “invites sore losers to try to overturn general elections by throwing out people’s votes after the race is over.”
Erin Paré has been representing Wake County in the state legislature since 2020 – one of only two Republicans in Wake’s 19-member delegation. Before becoming a politician, Paré made her career in Washington, DC as a corporate lobbyist.
Her fundraising appearance with Johnson will no doubt raise questions with voters as Stevens is hounded by credible accusations of a long record of supporting abusers and predators.
Stock’s ties to data centers, online gambling, and corporate interests come at a time when North Carolinians are pushing back against corporate greed. In recent months, North Carolinians have protested against Duke Energy’s rate hikes and data centers and are vocal about the impact of the rising cost of living.
Democratic lawmakers and voting rights advocates recently gathered at the North Carolina General Assembly to reflect on the legacy of the Voting Rights Act, the current challenges to voting rights, and how to move forward in the face of Republican attempts to disenfranchise North Carolinians.