Kim Porter: I Walked Across the Street
They were citizens seeking responses from their elected officials, a time-honored American tradition... And across the street was a small group of three men who were expressing support for the…
Dr. Andria Porter: Finding My Words
I have always looked for a better way, but maybe those old lyrics from that Eagles song just make more sense to me now…. “We thought we could change this…
Ed Hull: Trump Is Reviewing the History of Slavery That Is Exhibited In the U.S. Museums
"So Trump - yes, slavery was BAD…we were held in chattel bondage and by the eve of the American Civil War in 1860, there were nearly 4 million enslaved people…
Looking at September Events: Check Under Events Tab for Regular Updates!
In addition to planning your calendar for the month, RCDP will begin adding mobilize links whenever possible. This helps us plan and is a tool to help you organize. So…
Why Sign? Watch & Listen
Early voting in Rowan County needs YOU! Follow Lloyd, our Third Vice-Chair, as he leaves work to get to the polls. If this looks like you, your neighbors, friends, and…
Let’s Deliver Signatures for Plan C to NC State Board of Elections: Thank you, The Two Nanas
Our last ditch effort for Plan C on a local level was dismissed by Rowan County Elections Chair Dave Collins. Don't despair - this just means we collect more signatures…
Beth Foreman: Voter Suppression Hits Home
Since no consensus could be reached, the decision governing our voting days will now be made at the state level. And if you’ve been following the legislative news, you know…
Melody Moxley: Early Voting Should be Available on a Sunday
The majority did not consider the opinions of the citizens attending, which included adding Sunday hours to the state mandated schedule. This refusal to compromise and take into account the…
Linda Voelker: A Very Real Early Voting Scenario
I want to share the reality of a working friend... I know there are others who face a similar dilemma, and I encourage them to let the local Board of…
I’m a Space Force Colonel. Trump Fired Me for Being Transgender
Reflections on the deeply unAmerican trans service ban from the Substack publication, Persuasion. Bree Fram is a colonel in the U.S. Space Force, currently on administrative leave. She is one…