Where are the leaders?

Where are the leaders?

I’ve been trying to keep my focus on North Carolina politics but Trump’s meeting with Putin and his response is truly astounding. The President of the United States just blamed America for the poor relations with one of the most devious regimes in the world. In a...
The Trump effect in NC-09

The Trump effect in NC-09

A Civitas poll earlier this week opened eyes because Democrat Dan McCready leads Republican Mark Harris in the open seat in a GOP +7 district. The more significant number, though, is Donald Trump’s favorability. He’s upside down with 43% approving, 49% disapproving....
Another mess

Another mess

So here’s my unpopular take today. I much prefer watching the rescue of the twelve Thai soccer players and their coach than the whole Supreme Court pick. I’m glad the team is safe and I’m a bit in awe of the divers and supporters who made it happen. I’m...
Out of sync

Out of sync

The opposition research on Mark Harris is just starting to emerge. In a sermon from 2013, Harris criticized society for strongly encouraging women to pursue a career outside of the home. He questioned whether careers should be put ahead of being a wife and mother....
Republican rejects

Republican rejects

I’m having more fun watching the GOP reject their own candidates. Down in Hoke County, they’ve had to condemn the GOP nominee for state house because he’s an unrepentant racist who beat another Republican in the May primary. In judicial races that Republicans in the...