8 resources for better understanding the NC state political landscape
North Carolina’s political landscape is complex, with resources guiding readers through various aspects, such as voter demographics and endorsement procedures. Articles highlight the shifting voter profiles, where unaffiliated voters now eclipse traditional party affiliations, and examine key issues like tax policies and culture wars influencing state politics.
Additionally, insights into endorsement strategies, the impact of third-party candidates, and election integrity efforts shape the broader understanding of North Carolina’s political climate.
The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories below were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
NO. 1: AS PRIMARY DAY NEARS, A QUESTION: WHO ARE NORTH CAROLINA’S REGISTERED VOTERS?
NC voters are more than just a party affiliation. They’re natives of NC and not, people of various races and ethnicities, young and old. | Published February 29, 2024 | Read Full Story by David Raynor
NO. 2: WHAT WILL KEEP BUSINESS IN NC: TAX CUTS, OR ENDING CULTURE WARS?
The NC governor’s race is being fought as far away as Connecticut, as out-of-state Democrats say Mark Robinson’s candidacy is an opportunity to recruit business away. | Published March 22, 2024 | Read Full Story by Dawn Baumgartner Vaughan
NO. 3: WHAT’S IN AN ENDORSEMENT? A GUIDE TO WHAT THEY MEAN, AS GOP FACTIONS FIGHT FOR NC VOTES
How backing from different Republican organizations affects candidates and what such endorsements might signal to voters. | Published February 7, 2024 | Read Full Story by Danielle Battaglia
NO. 4: THE ART OF THE DEAL: HOW NORTH CAROLINA CANDIDATES GO ABOUT GETTING ENDORSEMENTS
North Carolina political advisers explain how candidates get endorsements in the 2024 elections. | Published February 7, 2024 | Read Full Story by Danielle Battaglia
NO. 5: NC REPUBLICANS WANT CITIZENS-ONLY VOTING AMENDMENT. WOULD IT CHANGE ANYTHING?
Advocates say it would clear up ambiguity in the constitution, but critics — and even a group pushing for the change — see it as a way to drive conservatives to the polls. | Published April 23, 2024 | Read Full Story by Kyle Ingram
NO. 6: NC VOTERS COULD SEE THE CONSTITUTION PARTY ON THEIR BALLOTS. WHAT DOES IT STAND FOR?
The Constitution Party is close to regaining its status as an official party in North Carolina. | Published April 1, 2024 | Read Full Story by Kyle Ingram
NO. 7: NC GETS 3% OF THE VOTE WHEN PICKING THE DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL NOMINEE. HERE’S WHY
Will VP Kamala Harris secure the Democratic vote for president? It’s up to delegates to decide. | Published July 25, 2024 | Read Full Story by Kimberly Cataudella Tutuska
NO. 8: WHEN DOES THE PRESIDENTIAL NOMINEE NEED TO BE SELECTED TO GET ON NC BALLOTS?
North Carolina and Delaware have the earliest mail-out dates in the country. | Published July 22, 2024 | Read Full Story by Kimberly Cataudella Tutuska
This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists in our News division.