3 things N.C. Republican clubs should start doing

Local GOP clubs are the key to winning statewide elections. They now have an opportunity to shape the future of the party

There’s a reason why every primary election candidate makes the rounds at their local Republican clubs. These aren’t just social gatherings; they’re proving grounds, and a great way to get connected to the grassroots.

I had the privilege last week of speaking to the Hornet’s Nest Republican Men’s Club here in Charlotte. It was a great reminder of just how important these local clubs are to winning elections in North Carolina. But it also gave me some ideas for how they can take an active role in shaping the future of the state GOP.

Over the past few months, I’ve written a lot about why Republicans keep losing big statewide races. The short version is this: Democrats have built their party specifically to win the governor’s mansion. If Republicans want to do the same, I’m more convinced than ever that the effort starts with local clubs.

Here are three powerful ways local Republican clubs can take charge and shape the future of North Carolina politics.

1. Identify talent

After Lt. Gov. Mark …