In the latest episode, for the week of Oct. 23, 2023, News & Observer Capitol bureau chief and host Dawn Vaughan sat down with state Sen. Benton Sawrey, a Johnston County Republican.

Sawrey talks about his beginnings in politics, being a freshman in the supermajority party. He also talks about his first, unsuccessful run for state Senate, how he won in 2022 and why he’s not impacted by redistricting this year.

Looking ahead to the 2024 elections, Sawrey also talks about who he sees getting Republican votes in the gubernatorial and presidential primaries.

Host: Dawn Vaughan

Guest: Sen. Benton Sawrey

Executive Producer: Laura Brache

Video edited by: Kevin Keister

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