by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Sep 30, 2024 | Elections, Environment, Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, Hurricane Helene, Hurricanes, Local Organizing, North Carolina, North Carolina Community, North Carolina State Politics, Politics, Reclaiming Rural, U.S. Politics, Western North Carolina
Especially in the wake of the deadly hurricane, seeking political office shouldn’t be about an insider’s game or internet celebrity. By Gwen Frisbie-Fulton The last few days in North Carolina are a head-turning study in contrast. For weeks, we’ve had Mark...
by Beacon Media | Jul 1, 2024 | Agriculture, Flor Herrera-Picasso, Healthcare, Latino Community, Migration, North Carolina, Politics, Reclaiming Rural
Justice after the horrific death of José Arturo González Mendoza would mean we ensure dignity for farmworkers across North Carolina. By Flor Herrera-Picasso One year ago this September, José Arturo González Mendoza, 30, was headed to work in Nash County, picking sweet...
by Beacon Media | Jun 4, 2024 | Education, Elections, Local Organizing, Local Politics, North Carolina, North Carolina State Politics, Politics, Uncategorized
Veteran campaign finance expert says political donations are driving school privatization By Bob Hall NC Newsline Despite strong opposition, the North Carolina Senate voted this month to boost enrollment in privately run K-12 schools by doubling state...
by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | May 13, 2024 | Environment, Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, Politics, Uncategorized
Local organizing, new investments mean a power shift By Gwen Frisbie-Fulton In a small church on the outskirts of Smithfield on a Sunday afternoon, people are comparing light bills. One woman reports that her electrical costs could reach $700 in the summer when...
