Senate Leader Phil Berger confirms his reelection bid, setting up a possible primary battle that could shake up state leadership. Lawmakers are also pushing to let North Carolina invest public funds in Bitcoin—but is it a smart move or a risky gamble?

Drivers across the state could see a 22.6% increase in car insurance rates, and Attorney General Jeff Jackson is taking on major legal battles, from research funding cuts to cybersecurity.

Plus, Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt rolls out a plan to tackle North Carolina’s child care crisis and expand workforce development.

For Legacies of Leadership, we’re honoring Henry Frye, North Carolina’s first Black Chief Justice, who fought for voting rights and opened doors for future leaders.

Episode Chapters:

(00:00) Intro

(02:07) Pop Quiz

(04:39) Last Week's Stories

(14:01) Hot Takes & Headlines

(17:23) In Office & On The Move

(23:32) Legacies of Leadership: Black Voices in Politics & Policy

(25:11) Closing

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Sources:

Hot Takes and Headlines

https://www.ncdoi.gov/news/press-releases/2025/02/04/automobile-insurers-request-226-increase-nc-motorists

https://www.wcnc.com/article/money/consumer/insurance-providers-want-to-raise-rates-north-carolina-proposed-increase/275-c16a46b4-214f-428e-a116-5c92ed4d639c

https://youtu.be/vslRn6e4FO8?si=XDnREKY-YtAXM0ky

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H92

https://webservices.ncleg.gov/ViewBillDocument/2025/347/0/DRH30043-MU-22

https://ncdoj.gov/attorney-general-jeff-jackson-wins-preliminary-injunction-against-unlawful-attempt-to-end-birthright-citizenship/

https://ncdoj.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Doc-144-PI-opinion.pdf

https://ncdoj.gov/attorney-general-jeff-jackson-wins-temporary-restraining-order-to-prevent-unlawful-health-care-cuts/

https://ncdoj.gov/attorney-general-jeff-jackson-is-investigating-powerschool-over-data-breach/

https://www.ncleg.gov/Members/Biography/s/64

https://www.newsobserver.com/news/politics-government/article300097374.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://apnews.com/article/north-carolina-senate-phil-berger-sheriff-election-8339026e65be302a30a8a4c863933163

https://www.wbtw.com/news/state-regional-news/ag-jeff-jackson-announces-temporary-restraining-order-preventing-unlawful-cuts-to-medical-public-health-research/?nxsparam=5

In Office and On The Move

https://ltgov.nc.gov/future-ready-north-carolina

https://ltgov.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2025/02/13/lieutenant-governor-hunt-releases-future-ready-north-carolina-plan-outlining-policy-priorities

https://oshr.nc.gov/contact-directory-types-institutions2/open#:~:text=North

https://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/news/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-propel-nc/

Legacies of Leadership

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Frye

https://www.ncpedia.org/anchor/henry-frye