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Bloodless Warfare: Politics  

The mechanism for the orderly operation of a transitional government of the people is politics. Whether you like, or understand politics is not the issue: The issue is that it initiates change.

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A new poll by the Civitas Institute examined North Carolina registered voters' attitudes about key political leaders.
A new poll by the Civitas Institute examined North Carolina registered voters' attitudes about key political leaders.
 
At the Third District Republican Convention Saturday (4-20-13) in Morehead City there was an interesting discussion related to some of the resolution presented to the delegates for debate.
At the Third District Republican Convention Saturday (4-20-13) in Morehead City there was an interesting discussion related to some of the resolution presented to the delegates for debate.
 
Representative Tine announced today that he strongly opposes House Bill 983 entitled, 2013 Fisheries Economic Development Act.
Representative Tine announced today that he strongly opposes House Bill 983 entitled, 2013 Fisheries Economic Development Act.
 
If you believe the spin of a lot of NCGOP insiders, the state Republican Party will be governed for the next two years by a former legislator and the cousin of Art "The Great Satan" Pope.
If you believe the spin of a lot of NCGOP insiders, the state Republican Party will be governed for the next two years by a former legislator and the cousin of Art "The Great Satan" Pope.
 
Senate Bill 666 "Election Law Changes" may include one or two laudable suggestions (namely the elimination of Same Day Registration), but in trying to reinforce voter registration rules for college students, the legislation stumbles into other problems.
Senate Bill 666 "Election Law Changes" may include one or two laudable suggestions (namely the elimination of Same Day Registration), but in trying to reinforce voter registration rules for college students, the legislation stumbles into other problems.
 
The bill filing deadline has passed in both chambers for this long session. That doesn't mean we're slowing down though - 943 bills were filed in the House of Representatives and 724 bills were filed in the Senate.
The bill filing deadline has passed in both chambers for this long session. That doesn't mean we're slowing down though - 943 bills were filed in the House of Representatives and 724 bills were filed in the Senate.
 
My diligent efforts to bring you the best intelligence and insight into Carolina politics put me into contact with a diverse array of people from across our two states.
My diligent efforts to bring you the best intelligence and insight into Carolina politics put me into contact with a diverse array of people from across our two states.
 
Please join the Beaufort Patriot Tea Party this Thursday, April 18, 2013 at Mount Olive College Annex in Washington, NC to hear Reverend Mark Creech, Executive Director of the Christian Action Leauge.
Please join the Beaufort Patriot Tea Party this Thursday, April 18, 2013 at Mount Olive College Annex in Washington, NC to hear Reverend Mark Creech, Executive Director of the Christian Action Leauge.
 
If one is interested in what realistically passes for total Conservative political discourse in Beaufort County, one must visit the Conservative Republican Club, Thursday Night, April 11, 2013.
If one is interested in what realistically passes for total Conservative political discourse in Beaufort County, one must visit the Conservative Republican Club, Thursday Night, April 11, 2013.
 
I have filed and cosponsored a number of bills since my last newsletter, and will be highlighting some of those bills here
I have filed and cosponsored a number of bills since my last newsletter, and will be highlighting some of those bills here
 
I don't understand. North Carolinians OVERWHELMINGLY approve of requiring photo ID in order to cast a vote in the state's elections.
I don't understand. North Carolinians OVERWHELMINGLY approve of requiring photo ID in order to cast a vote in the state's elections.
 
If you have been following things in the mainstream media, you may have heard something about Cyprus and its banks (slipped somewhere in between stories about Justin Bieber and Beyoncé).
If you have been following things in the mainstream media, you may have heard something about Cyprus and its banks (slipped somewhere in between stories about Justin Bieber and Beyoncé).
 
NC Representative Michael Speciale speaks directly to his 3rd District Constituents here in this April month of the general assembly's long session.
NC Representative Michael Speciale speaks directly to his 3rd District Constituents here in this April month of the general assembly's long session.
 
Thom Tillis may have just killed his chances of becoming North Carolina's next U. S. Senator.
Thom Tillis may have just killed his chances of becoming North Carolina's next U. S. Senator.
 
Representative Paul Tine along with Representatives Hamilton (D - New Hanover), Iler (R - Brunswick), and Dockham (R - Davidson) submitted House Bill 519 Property Insurance Rate Making Reform this week.
Representative Paul Tine along with Representatives Hamilton (D - New Hanover), Iler (R - Brunswick), and Dockham (R - Davidson) submitted House Bill 519 Property Insurance Rate Making Reform this week.
 
Yesterday, Senators Cook, Rabin, and Sanderson proposed S666 Election Law Changes and S667 Equalize Voter Rights.
Yesterday, Senators Cook, Rabin, and Sanderson proposed S666 Election Law Changes and S667 Equalize Voter Rights.
 
Will she or won't she? North Carolina politicos are wondering if congresswoman Renee Ellmers will step up and challenge incumbent Democrat Kay Hagan for reelection in 2014.
Will she or won't she? North Carolina politicos are wondering if congresswoman Renee Ellmers will step up and challenge incumbent Democrat Kay Hagan for reelection in 2014.
 
Beaufort County will be sending 28 people to Charlotte June 7-9 to the North Carolina Republican Party Convention. The cadre was self-selected at the recent County Convention.
Beaufort County will be sending 28 people to Charlotte June 7-9 to the North Carolina Republican Party Convention. The cadre was self-selected at the recent County Convention.
 
Most people who want an audience with The Pope on Easter weekend have to go to Rome. I got mine at the Moore County GOP convention this weekend.
Most people who want an audience with The Pope on Easter weekend have to go to Rome. I got mine at the Moore County GOP convention this weekend.
 
The McCrory administration's decision to offer temporary driver's licenses to some young-adult illegal immigrants has led several of the more outspoken activists to reconsider their exclusive allegiance to self-described progressive groups...
The McCrory administration's decision to offer temporary driver's licenses to some young-adult illegal immigrants has led several of the more outspoken activists to reconsider their exclusive allegiance to self-described progressive groups...
 
"If you want to be represented by a Ted Cruz, Rand Paul, Mike Lee or Jim DeMint type, send me to the US Senate."
"If you want to be represented by a Ted Cruz, Rand Paul, Mike Lee or Jim DeMint type, send me to the US Senate."
 
I take this opportunity to express my thanks to all of the many people who have worked the last two years to help us promote the agenda of the Republican Party and to bring you up to date on some of the recent history of our County party.
I take this opportunity to express my thanks to all of the many people who have worked the last two years to help us promote the agenda of the Republican Party and to bring you up to date on some of the recent history of our County party.
 
We have been entrusted by you, the taxpayers of our state, to make fiscally and legally responsible decisions that are in the best interests of all North Carolinians.
We have been entrusted by you, the taxpayers of our state, to make fiscally and legally responsible decisions that are in the best interests of all North Carolinians.
 
Keith Kidwell is the new chairman of the Beaufort County Republican Party. He will guide the party through to the 2014 elections.
Keith Kidwell is the new chairman of the Beaufort County Republican Party. He will guide the party through to the 2014 elections.
 
This week’s “Bad Bill of the Week” is House Bill 188, Early Voting on Weekends.
This week’s “Bad Bill of the Week” is House Bill 188, Early Voting on Weekends.
 
Never in the short history of polls on BCN has a poll collected so much attention.
Never in the short history of polls on BCN has a poll collected so much attention.
 
Unlike some legislators, McCrory didn't claim an answer. He didn't call for new laws or issue executive orders.
Unlike some legislators, McCrory didn't claim an answer. He didn't call for new laws or issue executive orders.
 
It is expected that there will be a major fight at the Beaufort County Republican Convention Tuesday night (3-26-13). The current divisions in the Grand Ole Party will likely play out in the election of officers and Executive Committee members. Here's the background.
It is expected that there will be a major fight at the Beaufort County Republican Convention Tuesday night (3-26-13). The current divisions in the Grand Ole Party will likely play out in the election of officers and Executive Committee members. Here's the background.
 
Regardless of your affiliation, Michael represents all of us in Raleigh, and it is incumbent upon you to get to know your representative, your voice in our capitol.
Regardless of your affiliation, Michael represents all of us in Raleigh, and it is incumbent upon you to get to know your representative, your voice in our capitol.
 
With the General Assembly considering legislation requiring voters to show photo identification to vote, a House panel recently heard from experts on the issue.
With the General Assembly considering legislation requiring voters to show photo identification to vote, a House panel recently heard from experts on the issue.
 
A record crowd heard a report from newly installed Lt. Governor Dan Forest who told the group what this new administration had discovered as it took over the Executive Branch in January and some of the issues being confronted by the GOP General Assembly.
A record crowd heard a report from newly installed Lt. Governor Dan Forest who told the group what this new administration had discovered as it took over the Executive Branch in January and some of the issues being confronted by the GOP General Assembly.
 
The Civitas Institute has released polling questions probing North Carolina voters' attitudes on issues dealing with voting and election integrity.
The Civitas Institute has released polling questions probing North Carolina voters' attitudes on issues dealing with voting and election integrity.
 
Well, my theory about Robin Hayes's announcement that he's not seeking reelection to the NCGOP chairman post has panned out. Claude Pope -- Art's cousin -- has stepped out from the shadows to announce his campaign for the post being vacated by Hayes.
Well, my theory about Robin Hayes's announcement that he's not seeking reelection to the NCGOP chairman post has panned out. Claude Pope -- Art's cousin -- has stepped out from the shadows to announce his campaign for the post being vacated by Hayes.
 
The NCGOP convention should be interesting this summer. Chairman Robin Hayes has announced his plans to not seek reelection to the post.
The NCGOP convention should be interesting this summer. Chairman Robin Hayes has announced his plans to not seek reelection to the post.
 
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