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Democrats in NC House, Senate introduce legislation that would codify abortion protections into state law

By Patrick Zarcone / January 27, 2023 / Comments Off on Democrats in NC House, Senate introduce legislation that would codify abortion protections into state law

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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Republicans in NCGA hoping right-wing state Supreme Court will throw out decisions on redistricting, voter ID

By Patrick Zarcone / January 27, 2023 / Comments Off on Republicans in NCGA hoping right-wing state Supreme Court will throw out decisions on redistricting, voter ID

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.

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What’s Next For Reproductive Rights in NC

By Patrick Zarcone / January 20, 2023 / Comments Off on What’s Next For Reproductive Rights in NC

The 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…

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On first day back in legislature, NCGOP shows priority is sowing chaos, not governing

By Patrick Zarcone / January 13, 2023 / Comments Off on On first day back in legislature, NCGOP shows priority is sowing chaos, not governing

House 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.

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NC Chief Justice Paul Newby assigns former classmate to oversee Leandro school funding case

By Patrick Zarcone / January 13, 2023 / Comments Off on NC Chief Justice Paul Newby assigns former classmate to oversee Leandro school funding case

North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Paul Newby has once again let partisanship and personal relationships determine who gets assigned to cases.

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What to expect in the NC General Assembly in 2023

By Patrick Zarcone / January 6, 2023 / Comments Off on What to expect in the NC General Assembly in 2023

Though 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.

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Tillis, Burr’s vote to support same-sex marriage results in attacks from right-wing groups

By Patrick Zarcone / December 9, 2022 / Comments Off on Tillis, Burr’s vote to support same-sex marriage results in attacks from right-wing groups

The 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.

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US Supreme Court hears arguments in NC elections case that could change elections, voting forever

By Patrick Zarcone / December 8, 2022 / Comments Off on US Supreme Court hears arguments in NC elections case that could change elections, voting forever

Depending on the ruling, Moore v. Harper could be the beginning of the end of democracy in the United States.

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Reasonable gun reforms or continued slaughter? Republicans are choosing the latter

By Patrick Zarcone / December 1, 2022 / Comments Off on Reasonable gun reforms or continued slaughter? Republicans are choosing the latter

We 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.

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North Carolina election workers should be thanked, not intimidated and threatened

By Patrick Zarcone / December 1, 2022 / Comments Off on North Carolina election workers should be thanked, not intimidated and threatened

Instead 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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