Patrick Zarcone
North Carolina Democrats introduced legislation on Thursday that would codify abortion protections into state law. The move comes as Republicans are working on legislation to restrict the medical procedure even further.
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Republican leaders in the North Carolina General Assembly have requested that the newly-conservative state Supreme Court throw out last year’s decision on redistricting and voter ID.
Read MoreThe North Carolina Legislature is now back for its new two-year session and it’s likely the biggest battle will be over abortion restrictions. It’s well-known that North Carolina Republicans are opposed to abortion, but there is some disagreement between Senate leader Phil Berger and House speaker Tim Moore on when to ban the medical procedure…
Read MoreHouse Speaker Tim Moore held a vote on new rules for the chamber which would allow him to call for a vote on any of Gov. Roy Cooper’s vetoes without providing any notice.
Read MoreNorth Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Paul Newby has once again let partisanship and personal relationships determine who gets assigned to cases.
Read MoreThough there will be tough battles over a variety of issues championed by right-wing Republicans, there’s also the chance for progress to be made on some legislation that previously stalled.
Read MoreThe U.S. Senate passed the Respect for Marriage Act, which federally protects same-sex and interracial marriages, in November. Both NC Senators, Thom Tillis and Richard Burr, supported the bill.
Read MoreDepending on the ruling, Moore v. Harper could be the beginning of the end of democracy in the United States.
Read MoreWe talk about gun violence in America as if it’s some sort of incurable sickness, but the truth is that it’s not. The problem is that Republicans are dedicated to ensuring almost anyone can get a weapon of war.
Read MoreInstead of being harassed, accused of trying to alter votes, threatened or intimidated, Americans should thank their local election workers for their hard work in making sure every vote is counted.
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