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Is this North Carolina's version of The Squad?

Introducing: #NCPOL Things You Probably Missed – Ep. 1

Hey there — I’m trying something new just for premium subscribers.

Every week, a bunch of stuff crosses my desk that doesn’t quite rise to the level of a full article. But I still have thoughts. Sometimes hot takes.

So I’m kicking off a new video series called #NCPOL Things You Probably Missed—quick hits on the stories that flew under the radar, but are still worth your time.

In Episode 1, I talk about this 👇

I got an email from GOPAC about their new class of conservative “Emerging Leaders.” Two North Carolina legislators made the cut—and it got me thinking.

There’s a real group forming here: younger, internet-savvy conservatives who are engaging publicly, building a following, and aligning around a clear governing mindset.

It’s not official. It’s not organized. But it feels like the beginning of a conservative “Squad” in North Carolina (and no, not in the embarrassing AOC kind of way).

Also in this episode:

  • Auditor Dave Boliek’s new “Rapid Response” reports are exactly what North Carolina n…

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