Vote now in the ultimate N.C. politics showdown
Cast your vote for peak NCPOL in this March Madness-style bracket
North Carolina politics is unlike any other. It’s a mix of raw power, historic moments, deep traditions, and unforgettable rhetoric. But what truly encapsulates North Carolina politics? That’s where you come in.
We’re launching The Ultimate N.C. Politics Showdown, a March Madness-style bracket to determine what most embodies the political culture of our state.
The first round is now open. Vote here:
The bracket is divided into four regions:
The Power Players Region: The figures and institutions that have shaped N.C. politics.
The Moments Region: The defining events, scandals, and political fights in our state’s political history.
The Traditions Region: The quirks and customs that make N.C. politics unique.
The Rhetoric Region: The slogans, attack ads, and political branding that stick with us.
Each matchup will be decided by reader votes on the Longleaf Politics website, with voting open for three days in each round. Once voting has concluded, I’ll put together a new set of polls to determine…