Kathy Vestal: Eyes Wide Open
Once we see it, we can never be un-woke. And if you don't see it, dear friend, you are probably caught inside it, religiously, politically, or both. It is not…
Read or Listen: Not Voting For Joe Biden Isn’t Penalizing Joe Biden
John Pavlovitz's reflection is one that may interest you if you've been paying attention to recent news as regards our big umbrella of Democratic voters and the 2024 presidential election.…
We’re Reading: Racial Segregation in NC Schools Roars Back
NC Newsline Editor Rob Schofield - "In addition to chronicling the resegregation of North Carolina schools, the report points to several potential tools and tactics for policymakers to employ in…
Pam Bloom: Celebrate Voting for ALL Voters
Rather than fall down a rabbit hole of philosophical discussion, for this moment I will focus on the positive win of 17 consecutive days of in person early voting. Politically,…
May 11th Breakfast: Don’t Miss!
May 11, 10am (doors open at 9:45) Rowan County Democratic Headquarters, 1504 W Innes St., Salisbury, NC. Guest speaker, Andy Craighill-Middleton, candidate for Congressional District 6. The May 11th Democratic Breakfast…
We’re Reading: John Pavlovitz, The Beautiful Mess
"It's Teacher Appreciation Week. If We Truly Appreciate Teachers, We Need to Fight For Them. ...Candles and gift cards and kudos are nice and they are well deserved, but if…
Gov. Cooper & Democrats: Call for Moratorium on Taxpayer-Funded School Vouchers
Governor Cooper and Democratic Leaders highlight new legislation instituting Moratorium on Taxpayer-Funded Private School Vouchers. From the press release: "Today, Governor Cooper and Democratic legislative leaders held a press conference…
Full Interview with Joe Biden: with Howard Stern
President Joe Biden appeared on a live radio broadcast with interviewer Howard Stern on Friday, 4/26, telling family stories and offering an intimate look at his life. Take a moment…
We’re Watching: How the U.S. is Destroying Young People’s Future
Beginning and ending with the question, "Do we love our children?" this TED talk may shock you. Take 15 minutes and consider our country from a viewpoint you may not…
Kim Porter: Change or Challenge
I would love people to agree with me and change. But how do I go about it? Do I argue with them or challenge them? Dear Neighbor, Over the years…