2020 DRNC Voter Guide

Our first episode covers which elections are occurring in 2020, how to vote and receive assistance if needed, what to expect at the polling place, and the rights you have as a voter.

The Governor is the head of the North Carolina state government. They lead the state in areas like public safety, emergency management, and public health. The Governor also tries to turn her campaign promises into new laws and policies. This podcast covers the candidates for governor we received a response from, and includes Dan Forest, Holly Grange, Roy Cooper, and Steven J. DiFore II.

The Lieutenant Governor is the second highest elected official in North Carolina government. When a State Senate vote ends in a tie, the Lieutenant Governor casts the deciding vote; they are the only official with specific duties and powers in two branches of state government. The Lieutenant Governor must be ready to become the Governor if the Governor is absent, passes away, or becomes incapacitated. This podcast covers the candidates for Lieutenant Governor we received a response from and includes Deborah Cochran, Yvonne Lewis Holley, Bill Toole, Ronald L. Newton, Terry Van Duyn, Allen Thomas, and Chaz Beasley.

The Commissioner of Insurance educates North Carolinians about insurance options and insurance scams. They make sure insurance rates don’t get too high. The Commissioner of Insurance protects public safety by improving building codes and making sure fire departments are ready to respond to disasters. This podcast covers the candidates for Commissioner of Insurance we received a response from and includes Mike Causey, Ronald Pierce, and Wayne Goodwin.

The Superintendent of Public Instruction leads public education for kindergarten through twelfth grade. They make sure schools follow state and federal law. The Superintendent of Public Instruction makes decisions about things like school funding, special education, and statewide testing. This podcast covers the candidates for Superintendent of Public Instruction we received a response from and includes Craig Horn, Jen Mangrum, Michael Maher, Keith Sutton, and James Barrett.

The Attorney General is the state’s chief law enforcement officer and serves as the head of the state Department of Justice. The Attorney General represents North Carolina in legal matters. The Attorney General’s office advocates in court for the people in areas like civil rights, consumer protection, and the environment. This podcast covers the candidates for Attorney General we received a response from and includes Christine Mumma, and Josh Stein.

The State Treasurer manages the healthcare and pension plans for teachers and other state employees. The State Treasurer also helps the state and local governments manage their debt. This podcast covers the candidates for State Treasurer we received a response from and includes Dale R. Folwell, Matt Leatherman, and Ronnie Chatterji.

The Labor Commissioner protects the rights of working North Carolinians. They make sure that workplaces are safe and that employees get the pay and benefits they deserve. The Labor Commissioner also inspects boilers, elevators, and escalators for safety. This podcast covers the candidates for Commissioner of Labor we received a response from and includes Jessica N. Holmes.

The Commissioner of Agriculture helps North Carolina farms stay in business and innovate. The Commissioner of Agriculture also protects North Carolinians by performing food and drug testing. This podcast covers the candidates for Commissioner of Agriculture we received a response from and includes Jenna Wadsworth and Donovan Alexander Watson.

The State Auditor’s office examines the government’s work to make sure taxpayer dollars are spent appropriately and as promised by our leaders. This podcast covers the candidates for State Auditor we received a response from and includes Luis A. Toledo and Beth A. Wood.