Carolina Democracy

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 Rural Project interview from 2022, check it out here: carolinademocracy.com/1844103/10321554Learn More About The New Rural Project:Website: newruralproject.orgFacebook: @newruralprojectInstagram: @newruralprojectContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

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 the State House races to watch this year. Learn More About Ashton Wheeler Clemmons:Website: www.clemmonsfornc.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100058033090479X: twitter.com/Clemmons4NCDave's Redistricting: 2024 NC House MapContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

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 Chuck Hubbard:Website: https://hubbardforcongress.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChuckHubbardNCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckHubbardNCX: https://twitter.com/ChuckHubbardNCDemocracy Docket: https://www.democracydocket.com/cases/state/north-carolina/Contact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

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 episode with some highlights of recent polling for the 2024 election. Learn More About Sarah Taber:Website: https://taberfornc.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahtaberncInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahtabernc/X: https://twitter.com/SarahTaber_bwwContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

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 North CarolinaNC keeps tilting red, but for how much longer?Carolina ForwardContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

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@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

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://vt.ncsbe.gov/PPLkup/Learn More Common Cause North Carolina:Website: https://www.commoncause.org/north-carolina/Action Team: https://ccnc.me/actionteamContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

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/EVSite/Election Day Voting Sites: https://vt.ncsbe.gov/PPLkup/Learn More About Justice Riggs:Website: https://www.riggsforourcourts.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/riggsforourcourtsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/riggsforourcourts/X: https://twitter.com/AllisonJRiggsContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

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: harrisfornc.comFacebook: @WesleyHarrisNCInstagram: @WesleyHarris_NCX: @WesleyHarrisNCContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Blair Reeves, founder and executive director of Carolina Forward, a non-profit progressive policy organization that advocates for a stronger North Carolina that works for everyone. We discuss the 2024 Carolina Forward slate and what to expect this year.Learn More About Carolina Forward:Website: carolinaforward.orgFacebook: @NCForwardInstagram: @carolina.fowardTwitter: @FowardCarolinaContact Us:Email: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Natasha Marcus, three-term state senator and candidate for North Carolina Commissioner of Insurance. Plus, we have a new gerrymandering lawsuit and campaign fundraising reports are in for the second half of 2023.Learn More About Natasha Marcus:Website: natashamarcus.comFacebook: @NatashaMarcusNCInstagram: @natashamarcusforncX: @natashamarcusncContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Tanneshia Dukes, candidate for North Carolina House District 59. Plus, some recent highs and lows from political news in North Carolina and the latest from one of the gerrymandering cases making its way through the courts.Learn More About Tanneshia Dukes:Website: www.dukes4nc.comFacebook: @dukes4ncInstagram: @dukes4ncX: @Dukes4NCContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we’re sharing a Carolina Forward event from 2023 featuring Tom Bonier for more analysis of the 2022 election.Links: www.carolinaforward.orgwww.thehometownholler.comContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we’re joined by Chaz Beasley, former North Carolina State House Rep. and 2020 candidate for lieutenant governor, for an analysis of the 2022 election.Contact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Amanda Cook, candidate for High Point City Council. We talk about her stellar 2022 race for Guilford County School Board and the lessons she learned in that race she's using now in her 2023 race for High Point City Council. Plus, a quick recap of the latest shenanigans from Raleigh.Learn More About Amanda Cook:Website: voteamandacook.comFacebook: @VoteAmandaCookInstagram: @voteamandacookContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by State Senator Mary Wills Bode to discuss everything from her successful 2022 campaign and lessons learned to the atrocious attacks on liberty and personal autonomy happening in Raleigh right now!Learn More About Mary Wills Bode:Website: www.bode4senate.comFacebook: @Bode4SenateInstagram: @Bode4SenateTwitter: @Bode4SenateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we're joined by State Senator Michael Garrett of Guilford County to discuss why voters should trust and support Democrats at the polls, the renewed culture wars in Raleigh, and the State Supreme Court’s open assault on democracy. Plus, a few other updates since our last episode.Resources:AP News, "N. Carolina Justices Hand GOP Big Wins With Election Rulings"N.Y. Times, "North Carolina Gerrymander Ruling Reflects Politicization of Judiciary Nationally"Politico, "North Carolina Supreme Court Clears Way for Partisan Gerrymandering"Cardinal & Pine, "NC Supreme Court OKs Partisan Gerrymandering and Voter ID Laws"Court Opinions:GerrymanderingPhoto IDVoter DisenfranchisementContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we're joined by Blair Reeves to chat about the latest news out of Raleigh, plus my thoughts on Tricia Cotham's party switch and the indefensible Texas court ruling on mifepristone. Oh, and evidently the NCGOP wants to ban forced microchip implantation in employees. Again, sometimes you just can't make this stuff up!Resources:Adam Unikowsky, "Mifepristone and the rule of law, part II"Pod Save America: "Clarence Thomas’ Sügar Daddy"Slate's Political Gabfest: "The 'That Shoddy Abortion Pill Ruling' Edition"Carolina Forward: websiteContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we're joined by Alex Jones, columnist, policy analyst for Carolina Forward, and blogger at PoliticsNC. Plus some messaging thoughts on President Trump's indictment and updates on the latest political news in North Carolina, including a bill to ban participation trophies in youth sports. Sometimes you just can't make this stuff up!Resources:PoliticsNC: websiteCarolina Forward: websiteThe Carolina Journal: "Pistol Permits and Jim Crow?"Mac McCorkle and Rachel Salzberg, "The Democrats’ Countrypolitan Problem in North Carolina: Progressive Challenge and Opportunity"Slate's Political GabfestContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show

Today's special episode features highlights from a judicial forum hosted by Carolina Forward earlier this year with Justices Sam Ervin IV and Anita Earls. They talk about the makeup and function of the NC state courts, the increased politicization of the courts, the increase in partisanship around the Courts, and the importance of the rule of law and precedent in a healthy democracy. Resources:Carolina Forward: websiteSummary of oral arguments in Harper v. Moore (gerrymandering case)Summary of oral arguments in Holmes v. Moore (voter ID case)Politico article on NC Supreme Court Oral ArgumentsContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport the show