Carolina Democracy

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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A Duty to Do Better

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today we discuss the latest news on the GOP calling a violent insurrection “legitimate political discourse,” we review a racial gerrymandering case from Alabama and its potential long-term impacts, and then I’m joined by Eddie Aday, Democratic candidate for North Carolina House District 59 in eastern Guilford County. Learn More About Eddie Aday: Website: adayfornc.com Facebook: @adayfornc Instagram: @adayfornc Twitter: @adayfornc Contact Us: Email: jd@carolina...

Feb 14, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Fundraising and FUD!

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today we cover the great news from Raleigh on the gerrymandering case, briefly highlight the GOP’s latest assault on democracy, and then talk with Blair Reeves, founder and executive director of Carolina Forward, a non-profit progressive policy organization that advocates for a stronger North Carolina that works for everyone. Learn More About Carolina Forward: Website: carolinaforward.org Facebook: @NCForward Instagram: @carolina.foward Twitter: @FowardCarolin...

Feb 07, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Greensboro Elections: Someday...maybe?

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today I share some thoughts on the U.S. Supreme Court news, I give a quick update on the latest in NC elections and gerrymandering, and then I speak with Greensboro City Councilwoman Tammi Thurm about her time on Council, the challenges the Council has faced with the pandemic, and the things she still hopes to accomplish in the months and years to come. Learn More About Councilwoman Tammi Thurm: Website: votethurm.com Facebook: @Thurm2022 Instagram: @votethurm...

Jan 31, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 3

A Word From the Whip

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy. Today I catch up with State Senator and Democratic Whip Jay Chaudhuri to discuss Senate Democrats' work to support Governor Cooper, major wins in the latest state budget, the future of Medicaid Expansion in North Carolina, the 2022 political landscape, and of course . . . gerrymandering. I also discuss some of the organizations here in North Carolina doing great work in the fight for democracy. Use the links below to learn more and support their work. Don't fo...

Jan 24, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Where It All Began

Welcome to our very first episode of Carolina Democracy. In this episode, I share my vision for this podcast, we briefly cover the recent gerrymandering case making its way through the North Carolina courts, then I’m joined by Kyle Newman and Kelvin Stallings who ran my 2018 race for the State Senate. Links: newnorthcarolinaproject.org newruralproject.org Contact Us: Email: jd@carolinademocracy.com Follow Us: Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracy Instagram: @carolinademocracy Please consider supporting t...

Jan 17, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Teaser Episode

Welcome to Carolina Democracy, a podcast dedicated to promoting democracy right here in North Carolina! Join us weekly as we review the latest news and events impacting democracy as well as interview candidates, local officials, community organizers, and anyone else fighting to promote democracy. Subscribe today to make sure you don't miss any episode, starting with our first episode on January 17th! Follow us on Social Media: Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracy Instagram: @carolinademocracy Don't forg...

Jan 06, 2022•2 min0

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