Tillis and Burr Refuse to Rein in Trump War Powers

 

(From Policy Watch) In a rare move of bipartisanship, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution Thursday that direct the removal of “United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.”

• This week, an ethics complaint was filed against NC Senate Leader Phil Berger on the charge that he has improperly benefited financially from the recent sale of his Raleigh townhouse and from payments he made from his campaign to himself for home and work expenses. Full story here.
• Senator Tillis sat down with WBTV last week and tried to dance around the issue of Medicaid expansion before reiterating that he’s against a “broad based expansion.” Tillis signed the 2013 law that made it illegal for North Carolina to expand Medicaid - a position that he bragged about last summer (when he was locked in a brutal primary campaign). See his interview here.
• Bankruptcy for family farms in North Carolina and elsewhere spiked last year despite Trump's claims of "the best economy ever." See the full story here.
• A new poll from High Point University shows Thom Tillis once again neck-deep underwater with voters and mired in the low 30s heading into the 2020 election cycle. 

Early Voting for the March 3 Primary Now Underway

North Carolina's election primary will be held on March 3, Super Tuesday, this year. A few things to remember:

• One Stop Early Voting began February 13.
• One Stop Voting and registration site information is available here.
• You won't need to show a voter ID to vote in the primary.
• 17-year-olds who will be 18 by the November election may vote in the primary on March 3 if they register.
• A sample ballot for New Hanover Democrats is available here.

DOING (Democrats Organizing In Neighborhood Groups) Going Strong in New Hanover County

 

 

 

 

 

"Get Elected" Workshop: Please Sign Up Now

Are you running for office or managing an election campaign? LEAD NC is organizing a two-day workshop in Wilmington on March 14 and 15. LEAD NC is a non-partisan 501(c)4 organization that provides training and leadership development for any North Carolinian who strongly supports LEAD NC's values such as voters rights, women's rights, transparency in government and inclusiveness. 

The training covers campaign messaging and story, base building, direct voter contact, fundraising, and campaign planning. The fee is $40, and helps cover the cost of the trainers, food and materials for the training. Please feel free to register now to reserve your seat even if you are facing a primary. Some scholarships are available. Email [email protected] for details.

 

EVENTS

New Hanover County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting -- February 17

 

When: Monday, February 17, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. 

Where: Democratic Headquarters, 5041 New Centre Drive, Wilmington 

The regular meeting of the county Democratic party is held the third Monday of each month.  This month we expect to host statewide candidates who are competing in the primary. At this time we have heard from Congressional candidate Mark Judson, Treasurer candidate Matt Leatherman and several judicial candidates who plan to come.

 

Early Voting Electioneering for Leslie Cohen and Marcia Morgan -- Now Through February 29

 

When: February 13 through 29, times TBA

Where: Early voting polling stations

 

Volunteers are sought to electioneer for the Leslie Cohen for County Commission campaign and Marcia Morgan for NC House 19. Volunteers at Pine Valley Library location will electioneer for both Leslie Cohen and Marcia Morgan. We are seeking volunteers to hand out literature to voters during the early voting period. To get information on times and places and to sign up for shifts, click here.

 

"Souls to the Polls" -- February 23

 

When: Sunday, February 23, 12:30 p.m.

Where: St. Stephen AME Church, 501 Red Cross Street, Wilmington.

 

The New Hanover NAACP chapter has organized a "Souls to the Polls" march leaving  St. Stephen AME Church and ending at the CFCC early voting site. Find details of the NAACP event here. Souls to the Polls is a use-it-or-lose-it proposition in every election. Voting on February 23rd will help to preserve it for the general election.

 

Democratic Candidates for County Commission Forum -- February 25

 

When: Tuesday, February 25, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Where: Union Station Building, Cape Fear Community College, 401 N. Front Street, Wilmington

 

The CFCC Political Science Club is hosting a forum for Democratic candidates for New Hanover Board of County Commissioners. The free event will feature questions from CFCC students.

 

Republican Candidates for County Commission Forum -- February 27

 

When: Thursday, February 27, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Where: Union Station Building, Cape Fear Community College, 401 N. Front Street, Wilmington

 

The CFCC Political Science Club is hosting a forum for Republican candidates for New Hanover Board of County Commissioners. The free event will feature questions from CFCC students.

 

SEC Meeting and Blue NC Gala -- February 29

 

When: Saturday, February 29, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Where: Charlotte, NC

Reception for Harper Peterson -- March 1

 

When: Sunday, March 1, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Where: Parsley Woods Clubhouse, 6610 Sedgewood Road, Wilmington

 

Former UNCW Chancellor Jim Leutze invites you to a Reception for Senator Harper Peterson. Harper is running for his second term for NC Senate 9 and has been a strong advocate for cleaning harmful chemicals out of our drinking water, protecting our environment, increasing investment in public education, bringing the film industry back to Wilmington, and expanding Medicaid to North Carolinians in need. For reservations and donations, click here.

 

Reception for Attorney General Josh Stein -- March 16

 

When: Monday, March 16, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Where: The home of Carol and Todd Atwood, 2009 Montrose Lane, Wilmington

 

Representative Deb Butler will be a special guest at this reception honoring Attorney General Josh Stein who is seeking reelection. For reservations and donations, click here. 

 

New Hanover County Democratic Party Convention --  March 28

 

When: Check-in begins at 9 a.m. and closes at 10 a.m.

Where: Board of Education Center, 1805 South 13th Street, Wilmington

 

Italian Wine Tasting Event with Marcia Morgan -- March 31

 

          When: Tuesday, March 31 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Where: Home of Anne York and Jeffrey Schrager, 305 S Lumina, Wrightsville Beach

 

Click here for a ticket.

 

Micah's Rule Concert for Marcia Morgan -- April 9

 

When: Thursday, April 9, 7:00 p.m.

Where: Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, 102 S. 2nd Street, Wilmington

 

 

7th Congressional District Convention -- April 25

 

When: Saturday April 25, Time TBA

Where:  Riegelwood NC

 

New officers for the 7th District Party were elected on February 1st. Sonya Bennetone-Patrick was elected Chair of the organization. Congratulations Sonya!

 

State Convention -- June 6

 

When: Saturday June 6, checkin at 10 a.m. ending at 5 p.m.

Where: TBD