Ever wondered what the Commissioner of Labor really does or why a picture in an elevator just doesn’t cut it? Join us for a special live episode of Down Ballot Banter recorded at No Preference Fest, where Monét and Quay sit down with Braxton Winston—labor union advocate, former Charlotte City Council member, and current candidate for NC Labor Commissioner. From working within the system to shaking it up from the outside, we explore how change happens, the everyday violence of unsafe workplaces, and why electing the right people matters.

Heads up: there are some cuss words in this episode. Just a few!

We dedicate this episode to the memory of Wednesday "Wendy" Johnson. May we build an NC that creates safe and dignified jobs for all workers. Learn more about her story here.

• Want to get to know Braxton? Check out his website!
• Learn about both candidates for Commissioner of Labor.
• Learn about the Council of States.

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Down Ballot Banter is hosted by Monèt Marshall and Quay Weston and is a production of Earfluence.