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The cost of a permanent campaign

Jeff Jackson’s new digital push isn’t groundbreaking — but it shows exactly what the off-cycle permanent campaign looks like, down to the dollar.

6 hrs ago •

Shrimpers show 'how politics is supposed to work'

A modest protest over shrimp trawling just sank a Senate bill — and offered a reminder that in North Carolina politics, 100 well-timed voices still…

24 hrs ago •

In a bizarro version of North Carolina politics

Both sides think they’re the underdog — and the hero — using the exact same language

Jun 17 •

You don’t have to like Josh Stein to appreciate this

The governor's Colbert appearance showed a surprising understanding of how to use the office well

Jun 4 •

Get ready for an insufferable Supreme Court race

Apocalyptic messaging. National dollars. A weakened GOP. North Carolina’s 2026 judicial contest will be brutal.

Jun 3 •

I've never seen a N.C. budget season like this

The House and Senate agree on the price tag — but not much else. What's really surprising is who's backing who

May 31 •

The people who stay, win

It's easy to rage quit. But the future of North Carolina’s institutions depends on who sticks around.

May 21 •

What Carolina Forward gets right (and wrong) on constitution reform

I’m glad to see others thinking seriously about a new constitution — but some of their fixes could actually make things worse.

May 20 •

Why the State Board of Elections director needed to go

The problem wasn’t partisanship or effort — it was a fundamental misunderstanding of the role

May 14 •

Is this North Carolina's version of The Squad?

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

May 9 •

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The case for Michael Whatley for governor

Whatley brings a different set of strengths — and in a race where Republicans face long odds, that alone makes him worth a look.

May 2 •

N.C. disaster recovery is a mess. Here’s how a single legislator could help fix it

A no-frills video series could finally bring clarity to a system nobody seems to fully understand.

Apr 18 •

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