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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 Administrator / 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.

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

By Administrator / 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.

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

By Administrator / 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.

Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene – What’s happening on the ground and how to help

By Administrator / October 4, 2024 / Comments Off on Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene – What’s happening on the ground and how to help

It’s often a helpless feeling seeing people suffering, especially when it’s so close to home. While authorities are currently advising that no one travel to any of the impacted areas so that much-needed resources can be brought in as quickly as possible, there are still things we can do to help from a distance.

Maurice ‘Mo’ Green touts experience, highlights Michele Morrow’s right-wing extremism in candidates’ fourth debate

By Administrator / September 27, 2024 / Comments Off on Maurice ‘Mo’ Green touts experience, highlights Michele Morrow’s right-wing extremism in candidates’ fourth debate

Maurice “Mo” Green and Michele Morrow rarely agreed on the issues in their three previous debates and their latest one was no different. Morrow again tried portraying herself as an outsider with more “moderate” ideas. Green highlighted his experience, leadership and all the reasons why Morrow is uniquely unqualified for the job.

NC Republicans still supporting self-proclaimed “black NAZI!” Mark Robinson in gubernatorial race

By Administrator / September 20, 2024 / Comments Off on NC Republicans still supporting self-proclaimed “black NAZI!” Mark Robinson in gubernatorial race

Maya Angelou told us, “When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.” In Mark Robinson’s case, the hateful person he’s been showing us since he came onto the political scene in 2018 was only a part of the hateful person he actually is.

Audio: Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson tells supporters he wants to get abortion restrictions down to ‘zero’ weeks

By Administrator / September 13, 2024 / Comments Off on Audio: Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson tells supporters he wants to get abortion restrictions down to ‘zero’ weeks

In the recording, a woman asks Robinson why he changed his position on abortion to support the state’s 12-week ban. Robinson replied, “Do I want to continue to lower it? You better know it. I would love to get down to six weeks. And I’d like to get down to zero.”

Election season is just around the corner – don’t miss your chance to help stop the Project 2025 agenda

By Administrator / September 6, 2024 / Comments Off on Election season is just around the corner – don’t miss your chance to help stop the Project 2025 agenda

Project 2025, the right wing’s blueprint for creating an authoritarian government that will roll back decades of social progress, will affect everything from North Carolinians’ taxes, health care, reproductive rights, education and beyond.

Advocates, legislators, parents hold press event to highlight Michele Morrow and Mark Robinson’s extreme anti-public education views

By Administrator / August 30, 2024 / Comments Off on Advocates, legislators, parents hold press event to highlight Michele Morrow and Mark Robinson’s extreme anti-public education views

The message is clear: We must stop radical Republicans like Mark Robinson and Michele Morrow from dragging our schools down and hurting our children’s future. We will have that opportunity this fall.

Mark Robinson and Michele Morrow express support for rejecting $1.5B+ in education funding, abolishing US Department of Education

By Administrator / August 23, 2024 / Comments Off on Mark Robinson and Michele Morrow express support for rejecting $1.5B+ in education funding, abolishing US Department of Education

Republican gubernatorial candidate Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and state superintendent hopeful Michele Morrow are both facing criticism after they voiced support for an idea that would take more than $1.5 billion out of the state’s education coffers.