Republicans Ignore North Carolinians’ Interests On Abortion Access
A new poll from Meredith College finds that most North Carolinians support preserving the abortion rights currently enjoyed or expanding them.
February 28, 2023
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Wake County’s Only House Republican Files Bill to Make Democrat-Controlled County Board of Commissioners Nonpartisan
This is not the first time state Republicans have tried changing how Wake County commissioners are elected. The party has been at it since Democrats took control of the board in 2014.
February 28, 2023
NC House GOP Dismisses Democrats’ Bill Blocking Corporate Landlords From Buying Up Too Many Rental Homes
House Bill 114 filed by Democrats would limit how many houses large corporations can rent out in some of the state’s fastest-growing counties. Republicans have already dismissed the idea.
February 27, 2023
NC Medical Cannabis Bill Has A Chance Of Passing; Activists Say It’s Too Restrictive
The Compassionate Care Act would legalize medical cannabis for people who have certain specific health conditions, including cancer, ALS, Parkinson’s disease and epilepsy. Activists say the bill is too restrictive.
February 27, 2023
North Carolina’s Transgender Youth React To Legislation That Targets Their Identities
Among other things, SB 49 would force teachers to out their gender-questioning students to their parents, creating a dangerous and dehumanizing environment for LGBTQ+ students.
February 24, 2023
Despite Growing Needs, NC Republicans Request High Court to Backpedal On Leandro Ruling
North Carolina Republicans are once again pushing for their newly elected Republican-majority high court to reconsider a decision: Leandro, the state’s long-running education case.
February 24, 2023
Right-Wing NC Supreme Court Acts On ‘Raw Partisanship,’ Poses Challenge For Fair Voting Maps Advocates
“For this Court to reopen rulings just weeks after they were decided is unprecedented and appalling,” Gov. Roy Cooper said.
February 23, 2023
North Carolina Takes A Step Towards Medicaid Expansion, Proposal Passes In The House
According to the U.S. Census, North Carolina has a higher percentage of uninsured residents compared to the national average. Currently, the state remains one of 11 states that has not expanded Medicaid.
February 23, 2023
Leader Reives Is Committed To Keeping NC House Democrats United
Despite the razor-thin margin, House Minority Leader Robert Reives remains upbeat according to the Assembly. As leader, Reives is tasked with keeping House Democrats unified.
February 22, 2023
Leaked Documents Show Right-Wing NC Supreme Court Making Plans to Take Power Away From Lower Courts
A leaked document from the North Carolina Supreme Court obtained by WRAL highlights a right-wing power grab that has been under discussion since just days after Republicans won a majority on the court last November.
February 22, 2023