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By Kris Nordstrom, NC POLICY WATCH January 14, 2021 Two new reports from researchers at the Education Law Center document the extent to which North Carolina’s legislative leaders have shifted state resources out of our schools, and into the pockets of their wealthy…Read More »
By Rob Schofield, NC POLICY WATCH January 11, 2021 In Commentary ) No more campaign contributions for Bishop, Budd, Cawthorn, Foxx, Hudson, Murphy or Rouzer As with so many other things we’ve been witnessing since the U.S. Capitol was assaulted by a right-wing mob…Read More »
Why I will fight for reproductive freedom in the 2021 General Assembly By Julie von Haefen, NC POLICY WATCH State lawmaker says NC leaders must prioritize health care – especially reproductive health care – during the pandemic and beyond After enduring an election cycle unlike…Read More »
Dec. 11, 2020 Forest City: Two weeks before Christmas a young single mother has lost her job apparently because she dared to stand up for what she perceived was an injustice to a friend. Lexie Kennedy organized a protest meeting for this…Read More »
From Monday night’s meeting . . . 12/07/2020 Good evening gentlemen, it is good to see you all and be back in this chamber again. I felt compelled to speak to you tonight about the current events that are happening in our…Read More »
By Andrea Dreier, NC POLICY WATCH Major provisions of the transformative Second Chance Act, which breaks down barriers to jobs, housing, and more for those with criminal records, go into effect today. Nearly 1 in 4 North Carolinians has a criminal record; this landmark…Read More »
11-8-2020 Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office…..corrupt, mismanaged, or simply just overwhelmed? Their Vision Statement is as follows: To be recognized as a leading and professional Office, committed to our citizens and improving the quality of life in our county. “Commitment to our…Read More »
In comments made in response to the most recent article by RC Catalyst regarding actions facilitated by the Judicial Council, former Superior Court Judge Laura “Suzy” Bridges implicated a number of local officials in engaging in actions expressly prohibited by North Carolina…Read More »
June 25, 2020 Lonely, afraid and relying on strangers who due to staffing and coronavirus concerns have very little time to spend with you individually to provide food and comfort. You lie in the bed or sit in the chair and…Read More »
June 19, 2020 On Sept. 22, 1862 President Abraham Lincoln issued his preliminary Emancipation Proclamation Order which became effective Jan. 1, 1863. This in itself did not end slavery as the Congress had to pass a constitutional amendment. The 13th Constitutional…Read More »