Patrick Zarcone

NC Republicans who lost in November turn to voter disenfranchisement in hopes of overturning the will of the people

By Patrick Zarcone / December 6, 2024 / Comments Off on NC Republicans who lost in November turn to voter disenfranchisement in hopes of overturning the will of the people

What Jefferson Griffin and the state GOP are now doing is an attempt to disqualify 60,000 eligible voters and overturn the results of a legitimate election. When state Republicans lose elections they seek to disenfranchise voters instead of accepting the results.

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NC Senate GOP overrides Gov. Cooper’s veto of power grab bill; fate of bill will be decided by House’s override vote

By Patrick Zarcone / December 6, 2024 / Comments Off on NC Senate GOP overrides Gov. Cooper’s veto of power grab bill; fate of bill will be decided by House’s override vote

The NC House is expected to vote on the SB382 veto override next week. Republicans need all members – including three who sided with Democrats – to vote for the override, otherwise it will fail.

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As they grab for power before losing supermajority, NC Republicans show they have wrong priorities

By Patrick Zarcone / November 22, 2024 / Comments Off on As they grab for power before losing supermajority, NC Republicans show they have wrong priorities

North Carolina Republicans are having trouble accepting that voters took away their supermajority and also rejected their MAGA Council of State candidates, so now they are using a bill for desperately needed Helene relief funding to change laws to entrench their power before they lose it.

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NC Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs claims victory over right-wing challenger Jefferson Griffin, recount underway

By Patrick Zarcone / November 22, 2024 / Comments Off on NC Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs claims victory over right-wing challenger Jefferson Griffin, recount underway

Let’s make things clear: The voters gave more votes to Allison Riggs than Jefferson Griffin, and we will protect and defend these voters’ right to participate in our democracy.

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Path to Mark Robinson’s gubernatorial defeat began with Coalition Against Robinson’s Extremism (CARE) formation in April 2023

By Patrick Zarcone / November 15, 2024 / Comments Off on Path to Mark Robinson’s gubernatorial defeat began with Coalition Against Robinson’s Extremism (CARE) formation in April 2023

The path to Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson’s crushing gubernatorial defeat began more than a year and a half before the election, back in April 2023, when Progress NC Action and multiple other statewide progressive organizations joined forces to create the Coalition Against Robinson’s Extremism (CARE).

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North Carolina voters reject down-ballot MAGA extremists, break up GOP’s legislative supermajority

By Patrick Zarcone / November 8, 2024 / Comments Off on North Carolina voters reject down-ballot MAGA extremists, break up GOP’s legislative supermajority

Because voters broke the GOP supermajority in the House, Josh Stein will take office with the ability to sustain vetoes, something that Gov. Roy Cooper has been unable to do over the last several years.

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In-person early voting in North Carolina is almost over. Have you voted yet?

By Patrick Zarcone / November 1, 2024 / Comments Off on In-person early voting in North Carolina is almost over. Have you voted yet?

Everyone who is registered to vote and cares about protecting our democracy, standing up for reproductive, civil and LGBTQ+ rights, supporting commonsense gun laws, fighting against the impacts of climate change, and ensuring our country has a strong middle class and that all Americans have opportunities to succeed should vote for Democrats up and down the ballot. The choice couldn’t be clearer.

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NC’s ‘citizens only’ voting amendment is part of the far-right’s attempt to sow division, cast doubt on our elections

By Patrick Zarcone / October 25, 2024 / Comments Off on NC’s ‘citizens only’ voting amendment is part of the far-right’s attempt to sow division, cast doubt on our elections

This amendment intentionally creates division across communities, casts doubt on the integrity of our elections, and foments anti-immigration hate and racism.

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In-person early voting has begun in North Carolina: What you need to know to have a smooth voting experience

By Patrick Zarcone / October 17, 2024 / Comments Off on In-person early voting has begun in North Carolina: What you need to know to have a smooth voting experience

Early voting is open now through Nov. 2 at 3 p.m. Remember, to vote early you don’t need to go to your Election Day polling place – you can vote early at any location in your county. And don’t forget your photo ID.

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Despite right-wing disinformation campaign, the federal and state government response to Helene is ongoing – and earning praise

By Patrick Zarcone / October 11, 2024 / Comments Off on Despite right-wing disinformation campaign, the federal and state government response to Helene is ongoing – and earning praise

The rumors and conspiracy theories that are being spread on social media are actively hurting Helene response efforts in WNC and will have real-life consequences for people who buy into them.

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