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Carolina Democracy is a review of the latest news and events impacting democracy in North Carolina hosted by JD Wooten and featuring regular interviews with candidates, local officials, community organizers, and anyone else fighting to promote democracy.

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Carolina Democracy is a review of the latest news and events impacting democracy in North Carolina hosted by JD Wooten and featuring regular interviews with candidates, local officials, community organizers, and anyone else fighting to promote democracy.

    Keep Squeezing the Cactus!

    Keep Squeezing the Cactus!

    Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today we're digging back into our archives to share a version of a 2022 interview with progressive fundraising guru Sarah Squire. Sarah and I discuss her experiences involved politically, how that translated into political fundraising, and the importance of a good team. It's just as timely today as it was then!

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    Democracy: A Team Sport!

    Democracy: A Team Sport!

    Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by State Senator Lisa Grafstein of District 13 in Wake County. Plus, we kick off with some updates from around North Carolina and various legal battles across the country.

    Learn More About Lisa Grafstein:
    Website: https://lisagrafstein.com/Democracy Docket: Federal Judge Strikes Down North Carolina Law Criminalizing Felony Voting

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    Getting North Carolina Back on Track, Starting with Senate District 7!

    Getting North Carolina Back on Track, Starting with Senate District 7!

    Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Dr. David Hill, Democratic candidate for District 7 of the North Carolina Senate in New Hanover County. We also kicked off the episode with updates on several of the lawsuits here in North Carolina focusing on gerrymandering and the latest power-grabs by the GOP-led General Assembly.

    Learn More About Dr. David Hill:
    Website: www.hillforncsenate.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/hillforncsenateDemocracy Docket: https://www.democracydocket.com/cases/state/north-carolina/

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    Listening to Change Lives & Communities!

    Listening to Change Lives & Communities!

    Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we welcome back Cynthia Wallace, co-founder and Executive Director of the New Rural Project to talk about the NRP's work in rural communities to increase civic and electoral engagement. We caught up on all their great work over the last several years and what to expect this election cycle!

    If you haven't heard the original New Rural Project interview from 2022, check it out here: carolinademocracy.com/1844103/10321554

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    Website: newruralproject.orgFacebook: @newruralprojectInstagram: @newruralprojectContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.com
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    Electing Democrats: Knocking Doors, Talking to Neighbors, & Donating!

    Electing Democrats: Knocking Doors, Talking to Neighbors, & Donating!

    Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Ashton Wheeler Clemmons, North Carolina House Deputy Democratic Leader and Representative from District 57 in Guilford County. We discussed the usual stuff like her earliest memories of politics and background, as well as what me might expect out of this year’s short session at the General Assembly and an overview of the State House races to watch this year.

    Learn More About Ashton Wheeler Clemmons:
    Website: www.clemmonsfornc.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100058033090479X: twitter.com/Clemmons4NCDave's Redistricting: 2024 NC House Map

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    • 32 min
    The Value of Showing Up

    The Value of Showing Up

    Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Chuck Hubbard, Democratic candidate for the North Carolina 5th Congressional District seeking to defeat Virginia Foxx. We also kicked off the episode with updates on several of the lawsuits here in North Carolina focusing on gerrymandering and the latest power-grabs by the GOP-led General Assembly.

    Learn More About Chuck Hubbard:
    Website: https://hubbardforcongress.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChuckHubbardNCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckHubbardNCX: https://twitter.com/ChuckHubbardNCDemocracy Docket: https://www.democracydocket.com/cases/state/north-carolina/

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Customer Reviews

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27 Ratings

Jcrosser ,

Great information for NC voters

Thank you for continuing to do this podcast. I stay more informed because of it.

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Informative and fun

Love the interviews with policymakers who are doing the right thing, as well as all the important information on our democracy. Strong recommend.

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Great podcast

I loved the “Squeeze the Cactus” episode. Listening to it has drastically improved my life. Coffee tastes sweeter, my friends find me more tolerable and my children finally listen to me. The first thing I said is true.

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