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Progress NC Action was founded in 2011 to promote public policies that make NC a fairer, healthier, more equitable state.
Michael Whatley has taken campaign donations from people who took advantage of their patients and were made to pay over $28 million in fraud settlements. #ncpol
https://americanjournalnews.com/whatley-accepted-21k-from-donors-linked-to-health-care-fraud/
https://americanjournalnews.com/whatley-accepted-21k-from-donors-linked-to-health-care-fraud/
Whatley accepted $21K from donors linked to health care fraud
Whatley cited health care fraud as a reason to cut Medicaid.
americanjournalnews.com
February 15, 2026 at 6:37 PM
Michael Whatley has taken campaign donations from people who took advantage of their patients and were made to pay over $28 million in fraud settlements. #ncpol
https://americanjournalnews.com/whatley-accepted-21k-from-donors-linked-to-health-care-fraud/
https://americanjournalnews.com/whatley-accepted-21k-from-donors-linked-to-health-care-fraud/
If you could tell your lawmakers one thing about the rising cost of living, what would it be?
That's what we asked North Carolina, and folks from all across the state, from Asheville to Wilmington, shared stories of pain and perseverance, struggle and resilience. #ncpol
https://bit.ly/4kA3O9d
That's what we asked North Carolina, and folks from all across the state, from Asheville to Wilmington, shared stories of pain and perseverance, struggle and resilience. #ncpol
https://bit.ly/4kA3O9d
The Costs We Carry — Progress NC Action
If you could tell your lawmakers one thing about the rising cost of living, what would it be? It’s a question that C.A.R.E. posed to North Carolina, and folks from all across the state, from Asheville to Wilmington, shared stories of pain and perseveran...
progressncaction.org
February 14, 2026 at 8:08 PM
If you could tell your lawmakers one thing about the rising cost of living, what would it be?
That's what we asked North Carolina, and folks from all across the state, from Asheville to Wilmington, shared stories of pain and perseverance, struggle and resilience. #ncpol
https://bit.ly/4kA3O9d
That's what we asked North Carolina, and folks from all across the state, from Asheville to Wilmington, shared stories of pain and perseverance, struggle and resilience. #ncpol
https://bit.ly/4kA3O9d
¿Se te pasó la fecha límite para registrarte para votar? ¡No pasa nada, todavía tienes tiempo! Siempre y cuando votes durante el período de votación anticipada en febrero, puedes registrarte o actualizar tu registro en tu centro de votación, todo en una sola visita. #ncpol #primarias #vota
February 13, 2026 at 9:05 PM
¿Se te pasó la fecha límite para registrarte para votar? ¡No pasa nada, todavía tienes tiempo! Siempre y cuando votes durante el período de votación anticipada en febrero, puedes registrarte o actualizar tu registro en tu centro de votación, todo en una sola visita. #ncpol #primarias #vota
In another attempt at voter suppression, Republicans are pushing the SAVE Act-- a bill that would make voting harder for 69 million women who took their spouse's name. #ncpol
apnews.com/article/hous...
apnews.com/article/hous...
House GOP pushes strict proof-of-citizenship requirement for voters ahead of midterm elections
House Republicans approved legislation that would impose strict new voter ID requirements ahead of the midterm elections.
apnews.com
February 12, 2026 at 9:58 PM
In another attempt at voter suppression, Republicans are pushing the SAVE Act-- a bill that would make voting harder for 69 million women who took their spouse's name. #ncpol
apnews.com/article/hous...
apnews.com/article/hous...
Stonewall sparked a movement built on equality, dignity, and community. This week, Trump took away a flag but he can't take away the belonging that the LGBTQ+ community holds claim to. #prideflag #stonewall #wearestillhere
https://bit.ly/4rgSDVx
https://bit.ly/4rgSDVx
NYC officials vow to fly Pride flag at Stonewall, after Trump admin takes it down
LGBTQ+ groups say it's the latest effort to "whitewash" the only national monument to queer history.
gothamist.com
February 12, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Stonewall sparked a movement built on equality, dignity, and community. This week, Trump took away a flag but he can't take away the belonging that the LGBTQ+ community holds claim to. #prideflag #stonewall #wearestillhere
https://bit.ly/4rgSDVx
https://bit.ly/4rgSDVx
While Trump & the GOP push to weaken restrictions on dangerous chemicals like the PFAS contaminating so much water & soil in NC, we remember our history. Black NC farmers, protesting chemical dumping in their soil, sparked a movement that lives on today. #ncpol #blackhistory
February 11, 2026 at 9:13 PM
While Trump & the GOP push to weaken restrictions on dangerous chemicals like the PFAS contaminating so much water & soil in NC, we remember our history. Black NC farmers, protesting chemical dumping in their soil, sparked a movement that lives on today. #ncpol #blackhistory
NC needs leaders to stop rising prices, not throw their hands up. Yesterday the US House voted on whether to fully surrender their authority over tariffs to Trump. Thankfully, it failed. But not a single one of North Carolina's 10 GOP House members voted "No."
#ncpol #tariffs
#ncpol #tariffs
February 11, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The fact that these conversations are necessary is outrageous. ICE must be reined in NOW. #ncpol #nooneisillegalonstolenland
https://www.wunc.org/race-class-communities/2026-02-10/triangle-native-american-society-preparing-members-ice-reports
https://www.wunc.org/race-class-communities/2026-02-10/triangle-native-american-society-preparing-members-ice-reports
Triangle Native American Society preparing its members for potential ICE encounters amid reports
After seeing reports of Native Americans being detained by ICE in other states, the Triangle group is collecting resources to give to tribal members.
www.wunc.org
February 11, 2026 at 6:55 PM
The fact that these conversations are necessary is outrageous. ICE must be reined in NOW. #ncpol #nooneisillegalonstolenland
https://www.wunc.org/race-class-communities/2026-02-10/triangle-native-american-society-preparing-members-ice-reports
https://www.wunc.org/race-class-communities/2026-02-10/triangle-native-american-society-preparing-members-ice-reports
A big thank you to the 100+ North Carolinians who added their story to the "Costs We Carry" book to be delivered to lawmakers. We're proud to stand with the other organizations in the Coalition Against Right-Wing Extremism (CARE). #ncpol #carenc
https://bit.ly/4twxibW
https://bit.ly/4twxibW
Advocates launch new campaign urging NC lawmakers to address rising cost of living • NC Newsline
North Carolinians who suffered through an unseasonably cold and snowy January are just now beginning to see the true cost of trying to stay warm. Ty McFarland with the North Carolina League of Conserv...
ncnewsline.com
February 11, 2026 at 6:14 PM
A big thank you to the 100+ North Carolinians who added their story to the "Costs We Carry" book to be delivered to lawmakers. We're proud to stand with the other organizations in the Coalition Against Right-Wing Extremism (CARE). #ncpol #carenc
https://bit.ly/4twxibW
https://bit.ly/4twxibW
Of course voting is the best way to make your voice heard, but it's not the only way. This short article includes a link to submit public comment on these proposed restrictions.
#ncpol #votingrights
https://carolinaforward.org/blog/proposed-gop-rules-seek-to-reduce-voting-access/
#ncpol #votingrights
https://carolinaforward.org/blog/proposed-gop-rules-seek-to-reduce-voting-access/
Proposed GOP Rules Seek to Reduce Voting Access - Carolina Forward
Summary:
carolinaforward.org
February 10, 2026 at 11:12 PM
Of course voting is the best way to make your voice heard, but it's not the only way. This short article includes a link to submit public comment on these proposed restrictions.
#ncpol #votingrights
https://carolinaforward.org/blog/proposed-gop-rules-seek-to-reduce-voting-access/
#ncpol #votingrights
https://carolinaforward.org/blog/proposed-gop-rules-seek-to-reduce-voting-access/
This Republican primary for NC's Senate seat is getting spicy. Left or right, it looks like North Carolinians have seen enough of Whatley. #ncpol #primaries
February 10, 2026 at 10:52 PM
This Republican primary for NC's Senate seat is getting spicy. Left or right, it looks like North Carolinians have seen enough of Whatley. #ncpol #primaries
Lighter baskets, lower thermostats, delayed appointments– we’re all feeling the burden of higher costs right now. North Carolinians are coming together to speak out on how corporate greed and political games are hitting home.
#ncpol #costwecarry #carenc https://youtu.be/tGg34qATDbc
#ncpol #costwecarry #carenc https://youtu.be/tGg34qATDbc
“The Costs We Carry”: North Carolina Advocates Launch Report on Rising Cost of Living
YouTube video by ProgressNCAction
youtu.be
February 10, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Lighter baskets, lower thermostats, delayed appointments– we’re all feeling the burden of higher costs right now. North Carolinians are coming together to speak out on how corporate greed and political games are hitting home.
#ncpol #costwecarry #carenc https://youtu.be/tGg34qATDbc
#ncpol #costwecarry #carenc https://youtu.be/tGg34qATDbc
We know these students will continue to organize ways for classmates to get to the polls, but they shouldn't have to find ways to overcome a hurdle just to vote. When the powerful create gaps, the people build bridges to help each other cross. #ncpol #vote https://bit.ly/3Zvo562
Judge rejects Democrats’ plea for early voting sites at 3 North Carolina universities
A federal judge has refused to help in attempts to open early voting sites at three public North Carolina universities.
apnews.com
February 9, 2026 at 11:40 PM
We know these students will continue to organize ways for classmates to get to the polls, but they shouldn't have to find ways to overcome a hurdle just to vote. When the powerful create gaps, the people build bridges to help each other cross. #ncpol #vote https://bit.ly/3Zvo562
To wrap up last night's halftime show celebration of culture and belonging, Bad Bunny ended with a simple message that lingered after the music was done. "Together, we are America."
#together #SeguimosAquí
#together #SeguimosAquí
February 9, 2026 at 9:55 PM
To wrap up last night's halftime show celebration of culture and belonging, Bad Bunny ended with a simple message that lingered after the music was done. "Together, we are America."
#together #SeguimosAquí
#together #SeguimosAquí
Donald Trump & Michael Whatley still pretend prices aren't higher and that affordability isn't a problem. North Carolinians believe their own eyes more than Republican lies. #ncpol
https://ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/poll-shows-most-north-carolinians-concerned-about-rising-prices-everyday-expenses/
https://ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/poll-shows-most-north-carolinians-concerned-about-rising-prices-everyday-expenses/
Poll shows most North Carolinians concerned about rising prices, everyday expenses • NC Newsline
North Carolinians of all political stripes say they're having difficulty affording regular monthly expenses, according to a new survey by Catawba College and YouGov.
ncnewsline.com
February 9, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Donald Trump & Michael Whatley still pretend prices aren't higher and that affordability isn't a problem. North Carolinians believe their own eyes more than Republican lies. #ncpol
https://ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/poll-shows-most-north-carolinians-concerned-about-rising-prices-everyday-expenses/
https://ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/poll-shows-most-north-carolinians-concerned-about-rising-prices-everyday-expenses/
The Republican-led General Assembly is expected to give $675 million to private schools next fiscal year through the voucher program. NC ranks 50th in funding per student, but lawmakers are trying to hand over even more of the budget with no oversight. #ncpol #FundOurSchools
February 8, 2026 at 6:23 PM
The Republican-led General Assembly is expected to give $675 million to private schools next fiscal year through the voucher program. NC ranks 50th in funding per student, but lawmakers are trying to hand over even more of the budget with no oversight. #ncpol #FundOurSchools
One of the most important things you do this year, one of the greatest acts of resistance, could simply be casting your ballot. Your first chance is in the March 3rd primary. Early voting is already under way. Check your registration. #ncpol #vote https://bit.ly/4ryAPVg
With Voting Underway, Your Voice Has Never Mattered More — Progress NC Action
One of the most important things you do this year, one of the greatest acts of resistance, could simply be casting your ballot. Your first chance is in the March 3 primary. Early voting is already under way. Check your registration, and if you need to u...
progressncaction.org
February 7, 2026 at 7:54 PM
One of the most important things you do this year, one of the greatest acts of resistance, could simply be casting your ballot. Your first chance is in the March 3rd primary. Early voting is already under way. Check your registration. #ncpol #vote https://bit.ly/4ryAPVg
Michael Whatley's family made tens of thousands of dollars overnight through Big Oil stocks, when Trump sent troops into Venezuela. It wasn't long ago that Whatley was a lobbyist for those same oil companies. Where are his priorities? #ncpol
February 6, 2026 at 10:06 PM
Michael Whatley's family made tens of thousands of dollars overnight through Big Oil stocks, when Trump sent troops into Venezuela. It wasn't long ago that Whatley was a lobbyist for those same oil companies. Where are his priorities? #ncpol
Ahora que la aprobación pública de ICE está bajo el agua y hasta republicanos como Thom Tillis y Ted Budd están pidiendo investigaciones, el candidato del Senado Michael Whatley no tiene nada que decir. Pero hace unos meses, estaba aplaudiendo a ICE desde una distancia. #ncpol
February 6, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Ahora que la aprobación pública de ICE está bajo el agua y hasta republicanos como Thom Tillis y Ted Budd están pidiendo investigaciones, el candidato del Senado Michael Whatley no tiene nada que decir. Pero hace unos meses, estaba aplaudiendo a ICE desde una distancia. #ncpol
To have their vote counted this year, over 70,000 North Carolinians need to verify or correct their registration. There are 3 easy ways laid out in an article we'll put in the comments.
Here's a searchable database to see if you're on the list: bit.ly/3Zm2ugh
#ncpol #vote
Here's a searchable database to see if you're on the list: bit.ly/3Zm2ugh
#ncpol #vote
Registration Repair Search Tool
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February 6, 2026 at 5:57 PM
To have their vote counted this year, over 70,000 North Carolinians need to verify or correct their registration. There are 3 easy ways laid out in an article we'll put in the comments.
Here's a searchable database to see if you're on the list: bit.ly/3Zm2ugh
#ncpol #vote
Here's a searchable database to see if you're on the list: bit.ly/3Zm2ugh
#ncpol #vote
“For nearly two years, the NC Supreme Court has held this case without forcing action, and the General Assembly has failed to pass a state budget. While educators stretch every dollar, people with authority delay. Children don’t get those years back.” #ncpol #FundOurSchools
February 5, 2026 at 10:06 PM
“For nearly two years, the NC Supreme Court has held this case without forcing action, and the General Assembly has failed to pass a state budget. While educators stretch every dollar, people with authority delay. Children don’t get those years back.” #ncpol #FundOurSchools
North Carolina spent years building towards a clean energy economy while staying on the cutting edge of technology. Wealthy companies and AI data centers could put that future at risk without state oversight. #ncpol https://bit.ly/4afLaia
The hidden costs of North Carolina’s data center boom
A surge of AI data centers is driving up power and water demand across North Carolina, increasing emissions and electricity costs for customers.
www.wral.com
February 5, 2026 at 9:09 PM
North Carolina spent years building towards a clean energy economy while staying on the cutting edge of technology. Wealthy companies and AI data centers could put that future at risk without state oversight. #ncpol https://bit.ly/4afLaia
74% of NC's patients are unvaccinated and all but one is under the age of 17. Doctors and public health experts remind everyone that the measles vaccine has 97% effectiveness at preventing infection. #ncpol
https://www.wral.com/lifestyles/health/north-carolina-first-measles-hospitalization-feb-2026/
https://www.wral.com/lifestyles/health/north-carolina-first-measles-hospitalization-feb-2026/
15 in NC have had measles this winter; 1 in hospital
State data shows all but one of the people who got measles in North Carolina this winter were under the age of 17. Seventy-four percent of them had not been vaccinated.
www.wral.com
February 5, 2026 at 3:14 PM
74% of NC's patients are unvaccinated and all but one is under the age of 17. Doctors and public health experts remind everyone that the measles vaccine has 97% effectiveness at preventing infection. #ncpol
https://www.wral.com/lifestyles/health/north-carolina-first-measles-hospitalization-feb-2026/
https://www.wral.com/lifestyles/health/north-carolina-first-measles-hospitalization-feb-2026/
The “Love Forward Together” march from Wilson to Raleigh is set for Feb. 11-13. Community members will advocate for voting rights, healthcare & living wages, as well as protesting against ICE. #ncpol
https://ncnewsline.com/2026/02/03/a-deep-moral-failure-clergy-push-for-justice-at-nc-legislature/
https://ncnewsline.com/2026/02/03/a-deep-moral-failure-clergy-push-for-justice-at-nc-legislature/
‘A deep moral failure’: Clergy push for justice at NC legislature • NC Newsline
North Carolina enters 2026 as the only state in the country without an enacted budget. Legislators are coming back for an administrative session this month, but there’s still no sign of progress towar...
ncnewsline.com
February 4, 2026 at 10:15 PM
The “Love Forward Together” march from Wilson to Raleigh is set for Feb. 11-13. Community members will advocate for voting rights, healthcare & living wages, as well as protesting against ICE. #ncpol
https://ncnewsline.com/2026/02/03/a-deep-moral-failure-clergy-push-for-justice-at-nc-legislature/
https://ncnewsline.com/2026/02/03/a-deep-moral-failure-clergy-push-for-justice-at-nc-legislature/