An NCDP primary, a red-state gun policy, and the Berger-Page showdown
One of the biggest political stories of the past ten years is about to take place next year. Read More
NC SPIN Posts by Alexander H. Jones
NC's immigration dragnet reflects generations of xenophobia
We need a revolution of the heart. Our politicians have been hostile to immigrants. We need to remember how to welcome them. Read More
Thoughts on Tilllis' vulnerability
He's managed to win two elections but he is a conservative Republican in a state that has a record of electing them. Read More
A new day in the NC House?
The move away from partisan, polarizing ideology could transform state politics Read More
Why I'm optimistic about NC Democrats
Between 2008 and 2024, NC Democrats have prevailed in only one election cycle, the 2018 “Blue Moon” contest. Read More
North Carolina's rural anger
State politics is dominated by white, rural men. They are angry because rural areas are in decline, as is their influence. Read More
Who wants to be Tennessee?
The GOP has deliberately gutted the scaffolding of support for rural North Carolina at a time when our state increasingly faces crushing geographical inequality. Read More
What is Roy Cooper's political future
The former governor has stated he plans to stay in politics. But is the U.S. Senate the highest ring he could grasp? Read More
A defense of Chuck Shumer
Democrats should demand more of him, but the criticisms of him are largely unfair—and replacing him would be impulsive. Read More
Legislative abuse is the norm in NC
Republicans "sore looser laws" are following a long history of legislative overreach that has always limited democracy in the state. Read More
