We’ve noticed in our search traffic recently that a ton of people are searching the phrase “Jean Hamilton vs. Marilyn Carter.” Both Hamilton and Carter are running to serve as District 1 County Commissioners. Hamilton is an incumbent; Carter is new. However, we want to clarify: there are two seats available in District 1. Carter […]
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Interview: Braxton Winston, Candidate for NC Commissioner of Labor
Braxton Winston II is the Democratic candidate for the NC Commissioner of Labor. The Commissioner of Labor investigates complaints of wage theft, violations of labor laws, employment discrimination, and workplace safety issues in North Carolina and ensures the well-being of more than 4.4 million workers across North Carolina. As The Assembly reported last month, “as […]
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How do I take the bus to vote in Chapel Hill and Carrboro?
If you are taking the bus to vote, here are the routes that serve early voting locations and locations on Election Day. Early Voting 2024, October 17 through Nov 4 Chapel Hill Transit serves the following early voting poll locations: Carrboro Town Hall, 108 Bim St, Carrboro – Route CW Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library […]
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Explainer: Chapel Hill bond referendums on 2024 ballot
If you haven’t seen our election guide, you owe it to yourself to look it over. The ballot is HUGE and every single item is hugely important. There is plenty written about the top of the ballot – and plenty of excellent voter guides and interviews to examine. But we’re blogbloggers and we focus on […]
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How to throw a down ballot dinner party
As I looked at the North Carolina Council of State races this year, State Superintendent of Public Instruction and Commissioner of Labor felt particularly important to me; these departments influence the day-to-day functioning of our communities (public schools! boilers!) and make investments in our future, through educating our children and preparing and protecting our workforce. […]
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Need a ride to the polls? A local group is providing Orange County residents free round trips to vote.
By B.J. Talley, Adam Wolk, and Jared Gallaher With North Carolina now a critical state in deciding the presidential election and so many additional state-wide offices up for grabs, voter turnout will be vital in helping progressive candidates win – especially in light of recent efforts to make voting more difficult in our state. To […]