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Carolina Democracy is a review of the latest news and events impacting democracy in North Carolina hosted by JD Wooten and featuring regular interviews with candidates, local officials, community organizers, and anyone else fighting to promote democracy.
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Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Shelane Etchison, an Army combat veteran and independent candidate for North Carolina's 9th Congressional District. We also kick off with the latest on the Voter ID trial and private school vouchers.Learn More About Shelane:Website: https://etchisonforcongress.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShelaneForCongress/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelaneforcongress/X: https://x.com/ShelaneEtchisonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/...
Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Judge Carolyn Thompson who is running to hold on to her seat on the North Carolina Court of Appeals. We also kick off with the latest on the Voter ID trial and a tough few weeks for public education in North Carolina.Learn More About Judge Thompson:Website: https://judgecarolynthompson.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JudgeCarolynThompsonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/JudgeCarolynThompsonContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.co...
Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today we're digging back into our archives to share a version of a 2022 interview with progressive fundraising guru Sarah Squire. Sarah and I discuss her experiences involved politically, how that translated into political fundraising, and the importance of a good team. It's just as timely today as it was then!Organizations:Work for DemocracyCarolina ForwardContact Us:Email: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinad...
Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by State Senator Lisa Grafstein of District 13 in Wake County. Plus, we kick off with some updates from around North Carolina and various legal battles across the country. Learn More About Lisa Grafstein:Website: https://lisagrafstein.com/Democracy Docket: Federal Judge Strikes Down North Carolina Law Criminalizing Felony VotingContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracySupport ...
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:Website: www.hillforncsenate.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/hillforncsenateDemocracy Docket: https://www.democracydocket....
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 Pro...
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.orgFacebo...
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://...
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.c...
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 ...
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: h...
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.riggsf...
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...
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:...
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: @carolin...
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: @carolinademocracySupp...
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:Fa...
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