We don't want our athletes to bet on their games. Candidates running for federal elected office should be treated exactly the same and should not be allowed to trade on their own election. Candidates from different political parties have traded on their own races, and Congress must bring an end to it by passing this common-sense legislation.

On the Meaning of Super Intelligence jdpeters.substack.com/p/on-t…

If the 2026 general election were held today, who would you vote for? #ncpol

If the 2026 general election were held today, who would you vote for? #ncpol

If the election for United States Senator from North Carolina were held today, who would you vote for? #ncpol

Opinion: America is not so exceptional any more — and the New World is becoming more like the Old. ft.trib.al/aatDILX

The North Carolina Seafood Festival showed us how vital our coastal heritage is to eastern North Carolina. For 40 years, the festival has brought people from across the region to celebrate a valued tradition. The crowd applauded loudly when Thomas and Monica Smith of Miss Gina's Fresh Shrimp were announced and presented with the 2026 Outstanding Commercial Fishing Family award. I'm glad to join in congratulating Thomas and Monica. Participants were clearly grateful for all they had done to stand up for those who depend on the water to earn a living.

This week on State Lines @RaleighReporter @philrubin @mikefor35 & @dawnbvaughan discuss NC law enforcement signing ICE agreements, Elections Board flaging noncitizens on voter rolls, voter ID and more! Watch now: youtu.be/i9K5cCPL_8o?si=01qD… #ncpol

Can you explain why you support a bill that will cause eastern North Carolinians to lose their Medicaid coverage?

What do the campaign ads tell us so far in North Carolina Senate, NC11 and NC01 races? Plus some other "interesting" ads from around the country! What do we think about AI in them? @billywarden @NewFrameInc youtube.com/watch?v=NyVz_wB6…

🌟 CANDIDATE SPOTLIGHT Meet April Montgomery, a Forward-aligned independent candidate for NC House District 51. The community leader and small-business owner is focused on infrastructure, education, managed growth and stronger local economies. aprilmontgomeryfornc.com/

Letting the party in power draw maps with political data is like letting one team set the rules before the game. Wrong under Democrats; wrong under Republicans. Our NC maps show another way. See the comparisons. What would you change? ECU discussion: Oct. 21.

As of Sept 28 NC election deadlines: 11 days until regular voter registration ends Fri Oct 9 17 days until early vote starts Thurs Oct 15 22 days until absentee request deadline Tues Oct 20 33 days until early vote ends Sat Oct 31 36 days until election Tues Nov 3. #ncpol

Political reform takes real work: ballot-access petitions, verification, volunteer tools, organizing, compliance and support for practical leaders. Your donation helps NC Forward build the infrastructure for more voice and more choice: ncforwardparty.com/donate

@WhatleyNC is calling the recent @CarolinaJournal poll "trash" & says the US Senate race w/ @RoyCooperNC is within the margin of error. @BTpolitics says Cooper still faces a race where his team can't slow down in spite of public polling showing his lead. #ncpol From Statelines on @MyPBSNC

If the 2026 general election were held today, who would you vote for? #ncpol

If the 2026 general election were held today, who would you vote for? #ncpol

If the election for United States Senator from North Carolina were held today, who would you vote for? #ncpol

Friday in the First Dr. Kaye Bennett Dotson, a Jamesville resident for more than 20 years, worked as a school librarian, after which she began her teaching career as a Library Science professor at East Carolina University. There, she taught graduate students and conducted research. As a teacher, researcher, and writer, Kaye has contributed to preparing the future generation of librarians to help others. Having retired from East Carolina University, Kaye moved back to her native town where she helped set up a community lending library in The Friendly Spot, which also includes a community café, a food pantry, and a community garden. We pay tribute to the achievements of Dr. Kaye Bennett Dotson, who has brought her devotion to education back to her hometown and created a wonderful place for learning and community. #FridaySpotlight

This week on State Lines @PDSebastian @knreynolds04, Jim Perry & @BTpolitics discuss the WakeMed-Atrium Health merger, JD Vance rallying for Michael Whatley in Greensboro, a lawsuit against new mail-in ballot rules and more! Watch now: youtu.be/TyYrR_EOdf4?si=r_27… #ncpol