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In the shadow of the political assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning USA, a stain now exists upon our nation's collective conscious, a condition that must be excised, or our nation will not function properly as one of a self-governed people. Understanding these long standing truths: What would you suggest as a quick, and, or proper corrective measure?
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87.5% Our self-governed people, and their properly restored institutions, under President Trump, must discover the root causes to properly correct, and save our Constitutional Republic.
0% I thought we had to shut down Free Speech we don't like to save our "democracy," so I am totally confused now.
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National attention is intensifying after the gruesome murder of a Ukrainian refugee on a Charlotte light rail on Aug. 22.
National attention is intensifying after the gruesome murder of a Ukrainian refugee on a Charlotte light rail on Aug. 22.
 
Plaintiffs in a $16 million class-action lawsuit against Raleigh challenged the city's legal tactics in a new state Supreme Court filing.
Plaintiffs in a $16 million class-action lawsuit against Raleigh challenged the city's legal tactics in a new state Supreme Court filing.
 
A new research report from the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal shows that top medical schools across the nation have integrated the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) agenda across admissions, faculty hiring, and curricula.
A new research report from the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal shows that top medical schools across the nation have integrated the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) agenda across admissions, faculty hiring, and curricula.
 
Oversight is required in our school systems and local governments.
 
Pres. Donald Trump’s 2025 tariffs are repeating the economic damage of the 2018 trade war, slashing U.S. farm exports, especially soybeans and pork, and driving up input costs for farmers
Pres. Donald Trump’s 2025 tariffs are repeating the economic damage of the 2018 trade war, slashing U.S. farm exports, especially soybeans and pork, and driving up input costs for farmers
 
State lawmakers convened for a brief session this week in which they were scheduled to consider veto overrides on several bills, but the sessions ended without the overrides being taken up.
State lawmakers convened for a brief session this week in which they were scheduled to consider veto overrides on several bills, but the sessions ended without the overrides being taken up.
 
The North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) has announced the resignation of James Yokeley, the Surry County Board of Elections chairman. He is facing accusations of drugging food, child abuse and other crimes.
The North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) has announced the resignation of James Yokeley, the Surry County Board of Elections chairman. He is facing accusations of drugging food, child abuse and other crimes.
 
New state-of-the-art facility features 144 beds and a healing environment for behavioral health patients
New state-of-the-art facility features 144 beds and a healing environment for behavioral health patients
 
A new study shows that out of 10 cities that are potential contenders to be the home of a Major League Baseball (MLB) team, Raleigh and Charlotte are strong contenders.
A new study shows that out of 10 cities that are potential contenders to be the home of a Major League Baseball (MLB) team, Raleigh and Charlotte are strong contenders.
 
A University of North Carolina tennis player's federal class-action lawsuit against the NCAA could target more than 17,000 potential plaintiffs, according to a court document filed Monday.
A University of North Carolina tennis player's federal class-action lawsuit against the NCAA could target more than 17,000 potential plaintiffs, according to a court document filed Monday.
 
Two former magistrates in western North Carolina will collect $1.3 million in back pay and other damages related to their resignations over performing same-sex marriage ceremonies.
Two former magistrates in western North Carolina will collect $1.3 million in back pay and other damages related to their resignations over performing same-sex marriage ceremonies.
 
The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management announced nearly $6 million in Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP) grants, with nearly $1.2 million of that going to support communities in District 3.
The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management announced nearly $6 million in Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP) grants, with nearly $1.2 million of that going to support communities in District 3.
 
Nine months after Hurricane Helene tore through the Southeast, the recovery process is just beginning.
Nine months after Hurricane Helene tore through the Southeast, the recovery process is just beginning.
 
Raleigh has emerged as a national leader in promoting a balanced lifestyle, recently ranking No. 4 in Coworking Cafe’s report on the Best US Cities for Work-Life Balance and Mental Health.
Raleigh has emerged as a national leader in promoting a balanced lifestyle, recently ranking No. 4 in Coworking Cafe’s report on the Best US Cities for Work-Life Balance and Mental Health.
 
For nearly a decade now, the composition and ownership of the North Carolina Board of Elections (NCSBE) have been a contested battle between the General Assembly and the Governor.
For nearly a decade now, the composition and ownership of the North Carolina Board of Elections (NCSBE) have been a contested battle between the General Assembly and the Governor.
 
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein signed seven bills and vetoed three bills.
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein signed seven bills and vetoed three bills.
 
Monday, June 30 marks the last day of the fiscal year, and state lawmakers have yet to pass a new budget.
Monday, June 30 marks the last day of the fiscal year, and state lawmakers have yet to pass a new budget.
 
(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein announced today that TMG & Haartz Solutions LLC, a new joint venture to supply synthetic leather materials for automotive interiors, will create 125 jobs over the next five years in Rutherford County.
(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein announced today that TMG & Haartz Solutions LLC, a new joint venture to supply synthetic leather materials for automotive interiors, will create 125 jobs over the next five years in Rutherford County.
 
Following this weekend’s public condemnation from President Donald Trump, Sen. Thom Tillis, R-North Carolina, released a statement Sunday saying he will not run for re-election in 2026.
Following this weekend’s public condemnation from President Donald Trump, Sen. Thom Tillis, R-North Carolina, released a statement Sunday saying he will not run for re-election in 2026.
 
North Carolina lawmakers have approved another substantial round of aid for western North Carolina communities still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, pushing total disaster relief funding above $2 billion.
North Carolina lawmakers have approved another substantial round of aid for western North Carolina communities still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, pushing total disaster relief funding above $2 billion.
 
“Accurate voter registration rolls are critical to ensure that elections in North Carolina are conducted fairly, accurately, and without fraud.”
“Accurate voter registration rolls are critical to ensure that elections in North Carolina are conducted fairly, accurately, and without fraud.”
 
"This type of behavior will not be tolerated at FEMA."
 
Asheville says it will prioritize minority- and women-owned businesses for hurricane relief
 
State regulators have approved an additional 70 hospital beds and four operating rooms for hospitals in Wake County, a far cry from the 246 hospital beds and 13 additional operating rooms that were requested.
State regulators have approved an additional 70 hospital beds and four operating rooms for hospitals in Wake County, a far cry from the 246 hospital beds and 13 additional operating rooms that were requested.
 
A University of North Carolina tennis star is seeking an injunction in her federal lawsuit against the NCAA over access to prize money.
A University of North Carolina tennis star is seeking an injunction in her federal lawsuit against the NCAA over access to prize money.
 
Karen Brinson Bell, executive director of the NC State Board of Elections, recently was elected incoming president of the National Association of State Election Directors (NASED), putting her in line to serve as association president in 2026.
Karen Brinson Bell, executive director of the NC State Board of Elections, recently was elected incoming president of the National Association of State Election Directors (NASED), putting her in line to serve as association president in 2026.
 
US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy was in Haywood County Monday morning to survey Hurricane Helene damage and recovery efforts along I-40 near the Tennessee line.
US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy was in Haywood County Monday morning to survey Hurricane Helene damage and recovery efforts along I-40 near the Tennessee line.
 
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is asking the North Carolina Supreme Court to overturn a lower court order that would force the school system to pay into a retirement fund for campus police.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is asking the North Carolina Supreme Court to overturn a lower court order that would force the school system to pay into a retirement fund for campus police.
 
Members of North Carolina’s congressional delegation recently introduced the Constitutional Concealed Carry Act (HR38), spearheaded by Republican US Rep. Richard Hudson, NC-09, chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee.
Members of North Carolina’s congressional delegation recently introduced the Constitutional Concealed Carry Act (HR38), spearheaded by Republican US Rep. Richard Hudson, NC-09, chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee.
 
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed March Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed March Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.
 
Resolution Acknowledging that Allowing Non Citizens to Vote is a Threat to Our Democracy
 
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