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Matching Donation Program The North Carolina Forward Party is thrilled to announce a matching donation campaign—up to $15,000. Every dollar you give will be doubled, thanks to several generous supporters in North Carolina committed to expanding democracy in our state. That means:

NC ‘winners’ crowned with 30% of the vote? That’s not democracy. That’s a scam. $10 today helps us fight for majority rule. #Consensus
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State law keeps NC from DC-style shutdown, but lack of budget has consequences Why North Carolina government keeps working when the budget is stalled, unlike the federal government.

New from me this morning, an explainer on why North Carolina doesn't shut down like the federal government does without a budget deal -- but there are still consequences of lawmakers not getting their job done.

#ncga #ncpol

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Republicans could draw 19 more House seats after an upcoming Supreme Court ruling Many experts are forecasting the end of a key provision of election law — enabling Republicans to shore up their advantage in the House, according to a new report.

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The Forward Party - A Case Professorship Conversation - Eagleton Institute of Politics This year’s conversation will explore how their distinguished careers in public service, defense of democratic values, and commitment to reshaping political discourse reflect Senator Case’s legacy of ...

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The Forward Party - A Case Professorship Conversation - Eagleton Institute of Politics This year’s conversation will explore how their distinguished careers in public service, defense of democratic values, and commitment to reshaping political discourse reflect Senator Case’s legacy of ...

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Chicago priest Father Michael Pfleger: "The state of emergency is in AMERICA, not Chicago. It's birthed from this president and his admin's reign of terror."

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And the people need to ride more too.

The Pat & Chet Show Politics Podcast · Two guys trying to help the American voter become more educated and engaged.Unbiased politics, top issues and how you can do something about it.

Keep up with the North Carolina Forward Party by checking out the latest episode of The Pat & Chet Show! 🎙️ Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

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Live Updates: María Corina Machado of Venezuela Is Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize

Congratulations to new Nobel Peace Prize laureate María Corina Machado for her courageous struggle to bring democracy to Venezuela.

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YouTube video by T. Shaffner America, Break Up Already!

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TOMORROW!

We've mentioned it before, and now it's almost here. Join us tomorrow for the launch of our new National Volunteer Program!

It doesn't matter where you live; this program is open to you.

So come to the party: home.forwardparty.com/nvp_kickoff_...

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Democrats Are Losing Members in N.C. But Are the Republicans Gaining? Much has been made of the decline in registered Democrats. But who is benefiting from that shift, and why, is more complicated.

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Fourth Circuit finds North Carolina's felon voter law unconstitutional Republicans had attempted to salvage an 1877 law that made it a crime for convicted felons to vote, even if they mistakenly believed they were eligible.

A Fourth Circuit panel has affirmed that a felon voter law in North Carolina was discriminatory against Black voters despite an amendment by the Republican-controlled General Assembly to salvage it. #nccourts #ncpol

By Steve Garrison:

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NC FWD Weekly Update 9-11-25: Passing of Charlie Kirk & Iryna Zarutska Podcast Episode · The Pat & Chet Show · 09/11/2025 · 2m

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Greensboro Pride Festival 2025

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We will be there to collect signatures in our drive for ballot access in NC. We will offer the over 38% of NC voters registered as unaffiliated, representation in the General Assembly and Congress.

YouTube video by ProPublica Cancer Drug Revlimid Saves Lives — but Costs a Fortune. I Wanted to Know Why.

After ProPublica’s @davidarmstrongx.bsky.social was diagnosed with cancer, he set out to understand why a single pill of his medication costs the same as a new iPhone.

David's covered high drug prices for years, but what he discovered shocked even him.

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White House agrees to keep migrants in Djibouti for now, blasts federal judge's ruling The judge says the administration "unquestionably" violated his earlier order, which stated migrants cannot be deported to a country other than their own without having adequate notice and a chance to...

The judge says the administration "unquestionably" violated his earlier order, which stated migrants cannot be deported to a country other than their own without having adequate notice and a chance to object.

Chicago Police Dismissed a Recruit’s Claims That a Colleague Sexually Assaulted Her. Then He was Accused Again and Again. The Invisible Institute and ProPublica reviewed over 300 complaints accusing Chicago officers of sexual assault and misconduct. Time and time again, the police department downplayed or ignored claims,...

NEW: We identified at least 14 officers in the Chicago Police Department who, according to disciplinary records, have faced multiple accusations of sexual assault or misconduct in the past 10 years.

Most have not been convicted.

With @invisible.institute

Helene funding for school mental health services went unspent for months Just a month after Helene ravaged western North Carolina last fall, state lawmakers approved recovery funding that included $5 million for "increased mental health services" for students and staff in ...

New from me: Helene funding for school mental health services went unspent for months after the #ncga allocated $5 million: www.wunc.org/politics/202... #ncpol #nced

Rise of the Third Parties

This is an interactive event!

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More than six months after Election Day, Allison Riggs is sworn into the NC Supreme Court • NC Newsline North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs was sworn in after a six-month wait, bringing to an end the longest election of 2024.

North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs was sworn in Tuesday after a six-month wait, bringing to an end a months-long saga that saw tens of thousands of ballots challenged and ultimately counted. ncnewsline.com/2025/05/13/a... By @kingdollar.bsky.social #ncpol #ncga #nc

NC legislature passes 'crossover' deadline. Catch up on major bills. • NC Newsline Scores of bills approved by the North Carolina legislature during "crossover week" remain eligible for final passage in the 2025 session

NC Newsline has been following many of the major bills moving through the legislature over the past five months. Here's what survived 'Crossover' week and what comes next: ncnewsline.com/2025/05/09/n... #ncpol #ncga #nced

Calling all Cary residents! Due South will interview Mayor Harold Weinbrecht on Monday, May 12.

What questions do you have for the mayor?
Email duesouth@wunc.org or reply here.

The NC FWD Party doesn't want to tell the electorate where we stand or what to think, we want the electorate to tell us where they stand and what they think.