Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Amanda Cook, candidate for High Point City Council. We talk about her stellar 2022 race for Guilford County School Board and the lessons she learned in that race she's using now in her 2023 race for High Point City Council. Plus, a quick recap of the latest shenanigans from Raleigh.Learn More About Amanda Cook:Website: voteamandacook.comFacebook: @VoteAmandaCookInstagram: @voteamandacookContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by State Senator Mary Wills Bode to discuss everything from her successful 2022 campaign and lessons learned to the atrocious attacks on liberty and personal autonomy happening in Raleigh right now!Learn More About Mary Wills Bode:Website: www.bode4senate.comFacebook: @Bode4SenateInstagram: @Bode4SenateTwitter: @Bode4SenateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we're joined by State Senator Michael Garrett of Guilford County to discuss why voters should trust and support Democrats at the polls, the renewed culture wars in Raleigh, and the State Supreme Court’s open assault on democracy. Plus, a few other updates since our last episode.Resources:AP News, "N. Carolina Justices Hand GOP Big Wins With Election Rulings"N.Y. Times, "North Carolina Gerrymander Ruling Reflects Politicization of Judiciary Nationally"Politico, "North Carolina Supreme Court Clears Way for Partisan Gerrymandering"Cardinal & Pine, "NC Supreme Court OKs Partisan Gerrymandering and Voter ID Laws"Court Opinions:GerrymanderingPhoto IDVoter DisenfranchisementContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we're joined by Blair Reeves to chat about the latest news out of Raleigh, plus my thoughts on Tricia Cotham's party switch and the indefensible Texas court ruling on mifepristone. Oh, and evidently the NCGOP wants to ban forced microchip implantation in employees. Again, sometimes you just can't make this stuff up!Resources:Adam Unikowsky, "Mifepristone and the rule of law, part II"Pod Save America: "Clarence Thomas’ Sügar Daddy"Slate's Political Gabfest: "The 'That Shoddy Abortion Pill Ruling' Edition"Carolina Forward: websiteContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we're joined by Alex Jones, columnist, policy analyst for Carolina Forward, and blogger at PoliticsNC. Plus some messaging thoughts on President Trump's indictment and updates on the latest political news in North Carolina, including a bill to ban participation trophies in youth sports. Sometimes you just can't make this stuff up!Resources:PoliticsNC: websiteCarolina Forward: websiteThe Carolina Journal: "Pistol Permits and Jim Crow?"Mac McCorkle and Rachel Salzberg, "The Democrats’ Countrypolitan Problem in North Carolina: Progressive Challenge and Opportunity"Slate's Political GabfestContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Today's special episode features highlights from a judicial forum hosted by Carolina Forward earlier this year with Justices Sam Ervin IV and Anita Earls. They talk about the makeup and function of the NC state courts, the increased politicization of the courts, the increase in partisanship around the Courts, and the importance of the rule of law and precedent in a healthy democracy. Resources:Carolina Forward: websiteSummary of oral arguments in Harper v. Moore (gerrymandering case)Summary of oral arguments in Holmes v. Moore (voter ID case)Politico article on NC Supreme Court Oral ArgumentsContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. We’re joined again today by Chaz Beasley, former North Carolina State House Rep. and 2020 candidate for lieutenant governor, for an analysis of the 2022 election. This is part 2 of the conversation, focused on persuasion. The first part of the conversation focused on turnout, so make sure to check out that episode if you missed it: 2022 Lookback: New Trends? Resources:Harper v. Moore: rehearing order and dissent (gerrymandering case)Holmes v. Moore: rehearing order and dissent (voter ID case)Contact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we’re joined by Chaz Beasley, former North Carolina State House Rep. and 2020 candidate for lieutenant governor, for an analysis of the 2022 election. This is part 1 of the conversation, focused on turnout, and part 2 will focus on persuasion. Contact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today we briefly recap where we’ve been and where we’re going. Our first "season" in 2022 was a great success, and we're looking forward to kicking it off again in 2023 very soon! Contact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome to the final episode of Carolina Democracy for the 2022 election cycle. Today, we recap some of the results of the 2022 elections nationally and across North Carolina.Contact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're keeping it simple. Go vote, take a friend, volunteer, do something. Plus, inspirational excerpts from President Barack Obama's recent campaign rally speech in Wisconsin.President Obama's full remarks: Watch HereWays to Get Involved & Support Candidates:Mobilize: www.mobilize.usSwing Left: https://swingleft.org/The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgCarolina Forward: Justice SlateCarolina Forward: Legislative SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we’re joined by Billy Ball and Dylan Rhoney to talk about Cardinal & Pine, a North Carolina news outlet created in 2020 that believes at its core in facts first and strives to put local voices and faces at the center of their stories. Plus, updates on the 2022 elections!Check out Cardinal & Pine:Website: https://cardinalpine.comCardinal & Pine: Voting Hub"NC’s Leandro Kids Have Had Time to Grow Up""We Don’t Wear Different Colored Robes""14 Hiking Trails to Conquer This Fall in North Carolina"Other ways to reach Cardinal & Pine: Facebook: @CardinalAndPineFacebook Groups: Cardinal & PineTwitter: @CardinalAndPineInstagram: @cardinalandpineWays to Get Involved & Support Candidates:Mobilize: www.mobilize.usSwing Left: https://swingleft.org/The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgCarolina Forward: Justice SlateCarolina Forward: Legislative SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy*This episode was updated after AP News confirmed the attack on Paul Pelosi was politically motivated: "Police: Pelosi suspect wanted to break speaker’s knees". A earlier version stated that the attacker's motivation was not yet confirmed.

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we've got a special bonus episode featuring President Biden's prime-time address in front of Independence Hall on September 1st in Philadelphia. Ways to Get Involved & Support Candidates:Mobilize: www.mobilize.usSwing Left: https://swingleft.org/The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgCarolina Forward: Justice SlateCarolina Forward: Legislative SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we’re joined by Kyle Villemain, founder and editor at The Assembly, a relatively new statewide, digital magazine focused on deep, longform reporting about ideas, institutions, and people in North Carolina.  Check out The Assembly:Website: www.theassemblync.comIntro Article: "A Harebrained Idea""The Forgotten Lessons of the Hamlet Fire""Schism in the Body""Tim Moore’s Heavy Hand"Ways to Get Involved & Support Candidates:Mobilize: www.mobilize.usSwing Left: https://swingleft.org/The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgCarolina Forward: Justice SlateCarolina Forward: Legislative SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we’ve got a special "mashup" episode featuring Justice Sam J. Ervin IV and Judge Lucy Inman, both candidates for the North Carolina Supreme Court. We've taken excerpts from their full interviews and merged them into a candidate forum style episode so you can share a single episode with all your friends to spread the messages of these great candidates for North Carolina's highest court.Learn More About the Candidates:Justice Sam J. Ervin IV: www.ervinforjustice.orgJudge Lucy Inman: www.lucyinmanforjustice.comWays to Get Involved & Support Candidates:Carolina Forward: Justice SlateCarolina Forward: Legislative SlateMobilize: www.mobilize.usSwing Left: https://swingleft.org/The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we’re joined by Blair Reeves, Executive Director of Carolina Forward, to talk about the electoral landscape as we head into the home stretch of this election cycle and to get a quick update on the Carolina Forward candidate slates. We also recap what's on the ballot this November. Links for Today's Episode:Carolina Forward: Website Legislative SlateJustice SlateThe Assembly, "The Most Important Election You Know Nothing About"The Assembly, "The New Judge in Town"Other Ways to Support: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we’re joined by Cheminne Taylor-Smith, a Guilford County activist and volunteer extraordinaire who serves as the local Team Lead for Swing Left. We talked about a wide range of ways to get involved in local elections, from volunteering as a poll observer to canvassing and phone banking. We also talked a little about the trends she’s seen over the last several years in demographics, voting patterns, and progressive enthusiasm on the ground.Learn More Ways to Get Involved:Mobilize: www.mobilize.usSwing Left Guilford: https://swingleft.org/group/swing-left-nc-13-gsoSwing Left: https://swingleft.org/Guilford County Democratic Party: https://www.guilforddems.org/Other Ways to Support: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgCarolina Forward: Legislative SlateCarolina Forward: Justice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Justice Sam J. Ervin IV of the North Carolina Supreme Court, running for re-election to his seat. Plus, a few thoughts on partisan judicial elections and some other recent political updates from around North Carolina.Learn More About Justice Sam J. Ervin IV:Website: www.ervinforjustice.orgOther Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent State Legislature Theory: Democracy Docket Resource PageAmerican Freedom Agenda: DemCast USA Carolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we dive into Lt. Governor Mark Robinson’s CPAC speech from early August, then shift to a mash up of excerpts from several of our past guests on a topic that is front center in everyone’s mind right now – abortion. Plus, thoughts on other political issues from the past week. Learn More About Candidates from Today's Episode:Mary Wills Bode: www.bode4senate.comSydney Batch: www.sydneybatch.comMaria Morgan: www.marciamorganforncsenate.comAmy Block DeLoach: www.amyblockdeloach.comDiamond Staton-Williams: www.teamdiamondnc.comOther Resources: PoliticsNC: Deep State Lindsey Graham?Mark Robinson at CPAC: Full SpeechThe New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent State Legislature Theory: Democracy Docket Resource PageAmerican Freedom Agenda: DemCast USA Carolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Amy Block DeLoach running for North Carolina House District 20. Plus, a few thoughts on partisan judicial elections and the latest round of Leandro hearings.Learn More About Amy Block DeLoach:Website: www.amyblockdeloach.comOther Resources: Education NC: Leandro LitigationThe New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent State Legislature Theory: Democracy Docket Resource PageAmerican Freedom Agenda: DemCast USA Carolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by three candidates from Alamance for a candidate forum style event: Anthony Pierce running for Alamance County Commissioner, Ron Osborne running for State House District 64, and Sean Ewing running for State Senate District 25. We hit the economy, gun violence, the right to an abortion, and public education, and of course, their earliest memories of politics. Plus, a few thoughts on President Biden's recent pro-democracy speech and updates from around North Carolina.Learn More About the Candidates:Anthony Pierce: https://www.voteanthonypierce.com/Ron Osborne: https://www.ronfor64.org/Sean Ewing: https://ewingfornc.com/Other Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent Legislature Doctrine: Democracy Docket Resource PageAmerican Freedom Agenda: DemCast USA Carolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Frank McNeill to discuss his campaign for North Carolina Senate District 21, plus we discuss political updates from around North Carolina.Learn More About Frank McNeill:Website: mcneillfornc.comFacebook:@votefrankmcneillTwitter: @Frank4NCOther Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent Legislature Doctrine: Democracy Docket Resource PageAmerican Freedom Agenda: DemCast USA Carolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Diamond Staton-Williams to discuss her campaign for North Carolina House District 73, plus we discuss two important North Carolina court decisions from last week on abortion and constitutional amendments. Learn More About Diamond Staton-Williams:Website: www.teamdiamondnc.comFacebook: @DiamondForNCInstagram: @diamondforncTwitter: @DiamondForNCOther Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent Legislature Doctrine: Democracy Docket Resource PageAmerican Freedom Agenda: DemCast USA Carolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Mary Wills Bode to discuss her campaign for North Carolina Senate District 18, plus thoughts recent Democratic successes & the American Freedom Agenda! Learn More About Mary Wills Bode:Website: www.bode4senate.comFacebook: @Bode4SenateInstagram: @Bode4SenateTwitter: @Bode4SenateOther Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent Legislature Doctrine: Democracy Docket Resource PageAmerican Freedom Agenda: DemCast USA Carolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Marcia Morgan of New Hanover County to discuss her campaign for North Carolina Senate District 7. We've also got some great topics to talk about this week -- certified results from the July elections, progress from the U.S. Senate on major initiatives and 2020 campaign promises, a win for the international fight against terrorism, and some thoughts on disinformation and ways we can push back as election season heats up.Learn More About Marcia Morgan:Website: marciamorganforncsenate.comFacebook: @electmarciamorganInstagram: @electmarciamorganTwitter: @ElectMMorganOther Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent Legislature Doctrine: Democracy Docket Resource PageCarolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Christy Clark of Mecklenburg County to discuss her campaign for North Carolina House District 98. Plus, we review some testimony from a recent Congressional hearing on the radical Independent State Legislature theory.Learn More About Christy Clark:Website: christyclarknc.comFacebook: @christyclarkncTwitter: @ChristyClarkNCOther Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent Legislature Doctrine: Democracy Docket Resource PageCarolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:YouTube: Carolina DemocracyFacebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Brandon Gray of Guilford County to discuss his campaign for North Carolina House District 62. We also review some of the latest political news from around North Carolina and briefly discuss last week's Jan. 6th Committee Hearing.January 6th Hearing Resources:Day 8: Video, TranscriptLearn More About Brandon Gray:Website: brandongraync.comFacebook: @BrandonGrayNCInstagram: @BrandonGrayNCTwitter: @brandongrayncOther Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent Legislature Doctrine: Democracy Docket Resource PageCarolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by State Senator Sydney Batch of Wake County to discuss her time in the General Assembly and campaign for re-election. But first, we cover several important reminders, review some of the latest political news from around North Carolina, and briefly discuss last week's Jan. 6th Committee Hearing. January 6th Hearing Resources:Day 7: Video, TranscriptLearn More About Sydney Batch:Website: sydneybatch.comFacebook: @friendsforbatchInstagram: @friendsforbatchTwitter: @friendsforbatchOther Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent Legislature Doctrine: Democracy Docket Resource PageCarolina Forward:Justice for All Event, July 23, 2022Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we’re joined by State Representative Ricky Hurtado to talk about recent legislation from the General Assembly and what's on the ballot this November. Plus, still more U.S. Supreme Court decisions that should alarm us all. YouTube Channel: Ricky Hurtado InterviewLearn More About Representative Ricky Hurtado:Website: rickyhurtado.orgFacebook: @rickyhurtadoncInstagram: @rickyhurtadoncTwitter: @rickyhurtadoncOther Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comMore on Independent State Legislature TheoryCarolina Forward:Justice for All Event, July 23, 2022Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we have a few important reminders -- July 26th elections, our new YouTube Channel, and Carolina Forward's Justice for All event -- then we review some of the explosive testimony from last week's Jan. 6th Committee Hearing. Then, we turn back to our interview with Dr. Aimy Steele of the New North Carolina Project as we reflect on what we can do to make a difference in the fight for democracy right now!YouTube Channel: New North Carolina Project InterviewJanuary 6th Hearing Resources:Day 6: Video, TranscriptNorth Carolina State Board of Elections:Absentee Ballot Portal: Click HereLearn More About the New North Carolina Project:Website: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgFacebook: @newncprojectInstagram: @newncprojectTwitter: @newncprojectLearn More About The New Rural Project:Website: newruralproject.orgFacebook: @newruralprojectInstagram: @newruralprojectTwitter: @newruralprojectCarolina Forward:Justice for All Event, July 23, 2022Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy