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 An NC lawmaker’s controversial Facebook post led to a campaign windfall — for his opponent

Jul 10, 2020

An NC lawmaker’s controversial Facebook post led to a campaign windfall — for his opponent

Young said contributions poured in after the story was picked up on social media. “It came from all over the country,” she told the Observer Wednesday. “People were appalled by his words.”
MARCIA MOREY: Act now! End systemic racism! Reform policing!

Jun 8, 2020

MARCIA MOREY: Act now! End systemic racism! Reform policing!

WRAL

Police should be our guardians to protect and serve, not to abuse their authority or use military tactics against people who peacefully demonstrate.
 NC’s US Senate candidates agree to meet for three debates; one wants even more

Jun 5, 2020

NC’s US Senate candidates agree to meet for three debates; one wants even more

The Charlotte Observer

In one of the nation’s most competitive races, North Carolina’s two major U.S. Senate candidates have agreed to three televised debates before November.
 With Trump forbidding a scaled-back RNC, GOP and Charlotte officials are scrambling

Jun 5, 2020

With Trump forbidding a scaled-back RNC, GOP and Charlotte officials are scrambling

The Charlotte Observer

As recently as two weeks ago, Republican officials were bullish on holding their national convention in Charlotte, even if it meant scaling back their most ambitious plans.
Republicans May Undermine Mail-In Voting Just By Running Down The Clock

Apr 27, 2020

Republicans May Undermine Mail-In Voting Just By Running Down The Clock

Buzzfeed

The coronavirus pandemic could lead to a surge of absentee ballot requests. But time is running out for elections officials to act.
Why Is North Carolina's Primary Election So Early Now?

Jan 28, 2020

Why Is North Carolina's Primary Election So Early Now?

WUNC 91.5 North Caroline Public Radio

North Carolina's primary election to help decide the Democratic presidential nominee is five weeks from today. But North Carolina's primary hasn't always been this early.
2040 Vision: Roy Cooper on Why North Carolina Should Be Hopeful About the Future

Dec 31, 2019

2040 Vision: Roy Cooper on Why North Carolina Should Be Hopeful About the Future

INDY Week

The best part of my job is traveling the state of North Carolina, meeting with people from all walks of life. We’re a diverse state with many differences, but we are united in our mutual hope for the future.
19 People of 2019: Deb Butler

Dec 17, 2019

19 People of 2019: Deb Butler

INDY Week

Deb Butler knew something was amiss the second she took her seat on the House floor.

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