I had the opportunity to listen to Dr. David McLennan and Wendell Potter from the North Carolina Center for Health & Democracy recently during a panel discussion “How Do We Fix Healthcare in North Carolina” they hosted last week.
All in State Government
Attorney General Josh Stein Leads 49 Bipartisan Attorneys General Suing Avid Telecom Over Illegal Robocalls
Attorney General Josh Stein today co-led a bipartisan group of 49 attorneys general suing Michael D. Lansky, LLC, which does business under the name Avid Telecom, its owner Michael Lansky, and its vice president Stacey S. Reeves, for allegedly initiating and facilitating billions of illegal robocalls to millions of people and violating the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, the Telemarketing Sales Rule, and other federal and state telemarketing and consumer laws.
The Threat of Republican Voter Suppression Tactics Disguised as Fraud Prevention
In recent years, there have been concerns about efforts by some Republicans to pass laws that may make it more difficult for certain groups to cast their vote. These efforts have been framed as a means of preventing voter fraud, but there is little statistical evidence to support this claim. Some argue that these laws may have the unintended effect of suppressing voter turnout, particularly among minority groups.
North Carolina continues to spearhead the fight against China
Taking China head-on has become a boilerplate speech for politicians vying for their seats these days, but not many have put their words into action like Senator Tom Tillis (R-NC) has this Congress. What’s more, Senator Tillis has been campaigning to hold China accountable for years now, putting forth a plan at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic when it became obvious that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) had engaged in one of the largest cover-ups in modern history
Expanded Republican voucher scheme would have disastrous impacts on public school budgets
Governor Roy Cooper visited Washington Gifted and Talented Magnet Elementary School in Raleigh to emphasize the dangerous impacts of extreme legislation proposed by Republican legislators that would dismantle public education in North Carolina in favor of increased taxpayer funding for unaccountable private school vouchers.
Humphrey & Sasser: Restoring main street America begins with empowering locally owned pharmacies
Many of us fondly remember the days when Main Street was bustling with a vibrant, localized economy. Small businesses flourished, creating jobs and driving growth that directly supported our communities.
Cooper issues call to action to protect public schools with State of Emergency
Gov. Cooper outlines devastating impacts of Republican legislature’s schemes to give vouchers to millionaires, defund public schools, and push culture wars in the classroom and urges North Carolinians to contact their legislators to protect public schools
Governor Cooper Signs One Bill into Law
RALEIGH: Governor Roy Cooper signed one bill into law:
Budget misses opportunity to support local law enforcement officers, protect the public
Attorney General Josh Stein today pushed the North Carolina General Assembly to support local law enforcement officers in its final budget. Current budget drafts do not include significant measures to address the law enforcement recruitment and retention challenges facing agencies across the state.
Attorney General Josh Stein Statement on 12-week Abortion Ban
Attorney General Josh Stein today released the following statement after the North Carolina General Assembly voted to override Gov. Roy Cooper’s veto of SB20.
Statement on Override of Governor's Veto of "Care for Women, Children, and Families Act"
Raleigh, NC – Rep. Tricia Cotham (R-Mecklenburg) released the following statement following the N.C. General Assembly's successful override of Governor Cooper's veto of SB 20, the Care for Women, Children, and Families Act:
Kent Thiry: Another chink in the armor of our democracy
The North Carolina Supreme Court on April 28 took the curious step of overturning its own 19-week-old decision despite there being no new evidence or material facts in the case.
Governor Cooper Announces State Boards and Commissions Appointments
Governor Roy Cooper announced appointments to boards and commissions.
John Hood: Who Are You Calling an Extremist?
If you’ve engaged in political activity or debate for longer than, say, a week, chances are someone thinks you’re an extremist. If your activity occurs or draws attention on social media, chances are someone has called you an extremist.
Statement on Veto of Pro-Life Legislation
Raleigh, N.C. – Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) released the following statement in response to Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of Senate Bill 20, the "Care for Women, Children, and Families Act":
Rep. Longest Opposes Cruel Abortion Ban, Will Support Governor’s Veto
On Tuesday, May 2nd, members of the Republican Majority in the North Carolina House and Senate announced plans to flagrantly disregard the democratic process and ram an unpopular abortion ban through the legislature in just 48 hours.
North Carolina Senate Releases Budget Proposal
Republicans in the North Carolina Senate unveiled their fiscal year 2023-25 budget proposal. In keeping up with previous budgets, this spending plan preserves the fiscal stability of the state, returns a significant sum of money to taxpayers, spends appropriately on a variety of public interests, and creates a bold new fund to help commercialize research in North Carolina.
Governor Cooper Highlights Dangerous Abortion Ban Senate Bill 20 at Women’s Health Roundtable in Guilford County
Governor Roy Cooper held a roundtable discussion about women’s reproductive health and the dangerous impacts that Senate Bill 20, the abortion ban passed by the legislature, would have on reproductive freedom in the state.
FACT vs. FICTION: "Care for Women, Children, and Families Act"
Passage of the “Care for Women, Children, and Families Act” has brought to question the veracity of several recent comments made by Gov. Roy Cooper, legislative Democrats, and even the Biden administration.
North Carolina Moves Forward: The End of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
The U.S. public health emergency that was declared to respond to COVID-19 ends today. North Carolina will continue to distribute the federally funded COVID-19 vaccines and tests for free to individuals who are uninsured while supplies last.