Carolina Democracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Dr. David Hill, Democratic candidate for District 7 of the North Carolina Senate in New Hanover County. We also kicked off the episode with updates on several of the lawsuits here in North Carolina focusing on gerrymandering and the latest power-grabs by the GOP-led General Assembly.Learn More About Dr. David Hill:Webs

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we welcome back Cynthia Wallace, co-founder and Executive Director of the New Rural Project to talk about the NRP's work in rural communities to increase civic and electoral engagement. We caught up on all their great work over the last several years and what to expect this election cycle!If you haven't heard the original New Rur

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Ashton Wheeler Clemmons, North Carolina House Deputy Democratic Leader and Representative from District 57 in Guilford County. We discussed the usual stuff like her earliest memories of politics and background, as well as what me might expect out of this year’s short session at the General Assembly and an overview of

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Chuck Hubbard, Democratic candidate for the North Carolina 5th Congressional District seeking to defeat Virginia Foxx. We also kicked off the episode with updates on several of the lawsuits here in North Carolina focusing on gerrymandering and the latest power-grabs by the GOP-led General Assembly.Learn More About Chuc

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Dr. Sarah Taber, candidate for N.C. Commissioner of Agriculture. We had a wide-ranging chat about her background, education, work in the agriculture industry, North Carolina’s agricultural prospects and how we can get even more out of our farms for everyone’s benefit, and so much more. We also kicked off the episod

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we're joined by Alexander H. Jones, columnist and policy analyst for Carolina Forward to talk about the MAGA threats to freedom and ponder how long NC will keep tilting red. Plus, we kick off with updates on the many legal issues facing our two major party nominees for President (ok, mostly DJT).Resources:Freedom itself is at risk in N

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we review the primary election results in North Carolina, President Biden's performance in his State of the Union Address, and then we've got a pared down version of that address for anyone who missed it.Full State of the Union Address:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/nq9vmRd67lc?si=Wt8PYvuSgYOknL1N&t=1570Contact Us: jd@

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Gino Nuzzolillo of Common Cause North Carolina to discuss the issues that are top of mind for North Carolina voters rights now, the North Carolina Supreme Court’s assault on democracy and civil rights, gerrymandering, public education, and more. Don't miss it! Voting Site Link:Election Day Voting Sites: https://

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Justice Allison Riggs who is running for re-election to her seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court. We also kick off with a short primer on North Carolina state courts for those who may not be familiar with the various levels of our courts and what they do.Voting Site Links:Early Voting Sites: https://vt.ncsbe.gov/EV

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Wesley Harris, a three-term state representative from Mecklenburg County and candidate for North Carolina Treasurer. Plus, updates on expanded Medicaid enrollment and thoughts on the upcoming trials of the former president.Find Voting Sites: https://vt.ncsbe.gov/EVSite/ Learn More About Wesley Harris:Website: harrisfor