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Past donations are fair game, but don’t always mean much

Judge Michael Byrne's donations to Democrats make sense in context, so I don't think voters will care very much

Jan 13 • Andrew Dunn

Why Gov. Josh Stein's endorsement actually matters in this Dem primary

It's not about the name. It's the campaign infrastructure that will likely doom Rep. Carla Cunningham

Jan 6 • Andrew Dunn

How much does the Trump endorsement matter for Sen. Berger?

Trump’s blessing is a huge get — but in a race this local and this personal, it’s more shield than sword.

Dec 11, 2025 • Andrew Dunn

What Roy Cooper’s hoodies say about modern politics

Campaign merch has gone from afterthought to identity badge. Cooper’s new line is just the latest proof

Dec 3, 2025 • Andrew Dunn

Who "won" filing day in North Carolina?

It’s just paperwork, but you can turn it into a statement.

Dec 2, 2025 • Andrew Dunn

An open-seat mirage in North Carolina’s suburbs

Mecklenburg’s open county commission seat looks like an opportunity for Republicans. The numbers say it’s a trap.

Nov 19, 2025 • Andrew Dunn

A quick look at the GOP primary in the 1st Congressional District

Sen. Bobby Hanig leads the early field, but a potential new candidate would change everything.

Nov 14, 2025 • Andrew Dunn

Where Charlotte Republicans go from here

There's no use trying to win municipal races. Instead, lean into statewide campaigns

Nov 12, 2025 • Andrew Dunn

Grassroots groups organizing to take control of NCGOP

Leaders met in Sanford to turn frustration into a plan ahead of 2026

Oct 30, 2025 • Andrew Dunn

Could 'North Carolina's Mayor' make a run for governor?

Robert Burns has made the most of his platform, and now feels a call to take it to "a bigger stage"

Oct 28, 2025 • Andrew Dunn

Anti-Berger digital ad push launches, but who's behind it?

Primary campaign against Sam Page continues to heat up

Oct 25, 2025 • Andrew Dunn

This deserves General Assembly hearings ASAP

Charlotte's repeat offender problem makes it pretty clear that Iryna's Law doesn't go far enough

Oct 17, 2025 • Andrew Dunn

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