Mary joins to the pod to talk about her campaign for NC House after spending years as a teacher and journalist.  She discusses what she would do to address issues with the economy, infrastructure, energy, education and community safety if elected to serve in Raleigh.  

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Elizabeth joins the pod to talk about her prior experience as a public school teacher and why that has prompted her to run for School Board.  She discusses proficiency rates, teacher attrition, funding and allotment, school safety, redistricting and curriculum and what she hopes to do on the Board to address these issues.  

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In the midst of a contentious election season, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the acts of Americans supporting other Americans over the past week that I have witnessed on a macro and micro level.  From the rush to support those devasted by the apocalyptic scene left behind by Hurricane Helene in the North Carolina mountains to the empathy and compassion shown to a close friend of mine as his family endures unimaginable loss - the American heart still beats strong.  Love thy neighbor as yourself still holds true today.  

To donate to support Hurricane Helene relief efforts:
https://www.samaritanspurse.org/disaster/hurricane-helene/

To donate to support the Carter family:
https://gofund.me/2d76b9f0

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Josh joins the pod to talk about running for the School Board of one of the largest school districts in the county.  Opting to run as a concerned parent, he discusses the 20-year downward trajectory of proficiency ratings despite increased graduation rates, safety in schools and how he hopes to improve learning in the classroom.  

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Phil joins the pod to talk about his decision to enter politics as a moderate and run for NC House.  Growing up on the coast and moving to Raleigh in college, he has seen the area grow and along with it issues with infrastructure.  He discusses education, abortion and the economy, including how it has impacted running his small business.   

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Becki Allen returns to the pod to discuss her campaign for the NC House.  She delves into her thoughts on the economy, safety, and education and how her conversations with constituents in her district have shaped her views on other issues.  

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JD Vance and Tim Walz faced off last night in what is likely the last debate of the election cycle.  And it was refreshingly civil and substantive.  Vance won it, but Walz held his own, especially later in the debate.  Did either move the needle?  Did either effectively address their targeted audience?  Let's discuss.  

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The Vice Presidential Debate is tonight at 9 on CBS.  Although VP debates tend not to move the overall needle, this debate will have a focus on one particular voter: the moderate/undecided white male voter living in Wisconsin, Michigan or Pennsylvania.  That voter is why these two were added to the ticket and is who they will be targeting tonight.  Let's discuss what to watch.  

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Michael joins the pod to talk about his campaign running as a third party for a seat in the NC House.  He discusses why he opted to run for office in his 20s, what issues he sees affecting his peers, an outline of his platform and how he plans to secure votes from those disenfranchised or dissatisfied with the two main parties.  

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Scott is back on the pod after emerging from the primary to talk about his general election campaign.  He discusses running as a moderate, dealing with the Mark Robinson fallout, the balance between positive and negative campaigning, and the issues he sees as important for his district heading into Election Day. 

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