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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 1d

📢 Attention to the 704 & surrounding area! Today at Barber-Scotia College: community canvas training (1-4 pm) + voter registration tailgate party (4-6 pm). Music, food, and 100+ students building power together. Concord, NC. Pull up! 🗳️ #CLT

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 1d

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 2d

Let’s be honest: we’re all sometimes that guy…

So if you DO miss the regular deadline, don’t worry.
➡️ You can still register and vote during Early Voting using Same-Day Registration. Just bring a document with your name and address and make sure your voice is counted. #ncpol

Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 2d

“I’ll do it later” is how people miss the voter registration deadline (tomorrow @ 5pm btw)... Don’t be that guy ‼️

➡️ Learn more at demnc.co/register

Register to vote online or by paper form. | NC Voter

Voter registration deadlines. | Check that your voter registration is current. | Register online if you have a state-issued ID or driver’s license.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 2d

“I’ll do it later” is how people miss the voter registration deadline (tomorrow @ 5pm btw)... Don’t be that guy ‼️

➡️ Learn more at demnc.co/register

Register to vote online or by paper form. | NC Voter

Voter registration deadlines. | Check that your voter registration is current. | Register online if you have a state-issued ID or driver’s license.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 4d

This is it. Polls close at 7:30 PM tonight!! If you haven't voted yet, head to your polling place now. Bring your photo ID 🪪 Make your voice heard. Find your polling location📍 ➡️ demnc.co/yourpoll. #ncpol

Election Day Polling Place Search

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 4d

Need voter info? NCvoter.org has everything you need to cast your ballot safely and securely today. Polls are open until 7:30 PM. #NCpol

NC Voter | Your source for non-partisan voting information.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Fayetteville! Our amazing friends at @commoncausenc.bsky.social, made a 🔥 voting guide you can read before voting today! Check it out here ⤵️ 📰 ncvoterguide.org/fayetteville/

2025 Fayetteville Voter Guide – NC Voter Guide

The Mayor and the other members of the City Council make a wide range of decisions affecting your life. The City Council sets policies and priorities, and oversees the many functions of local government, including:

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Elections are happening TODAY in Franklin, Harnett, and Vance counties! Louisburg, Erwin, and Henderson voters are choosing mayors and council members. Polls close at 7:30 PM. Find your polling place ➡️ demnc.co/yourpoll #ncpol #electionday #voting

Election Day Polling Place Search

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Every ballot cast today represents a voice in our community's future. Local elections determine who leads our cities, our schools, and our neighborhoods. #NCpol

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Attention Elizabeth City residents, our amazing friends at @commoncausenc made you an amazing voter guide. Check out the link below ⤵️ #ncpol

2025 Elizabeth City Voter Guide – NC Voter Guide

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

TODAY, Elizabeth City, New Bern, and Rocky Mount are choosing new local leaders. Head to the polls and don't forget your photo ID! Find out which ones are acceptable at demnc.co/voterid #ncpol

Vote with or without Photo ID in NC | NC Voter

You need a photo ID to vote in NC. | See what IDs are accepted at the polls. | Free IDs are available. | If you don’t have an ID, you can still vote.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Good morning voters, it’s election day! Polling locations are OPEN until 7:30 PM tonight. Who's excited to get out and vote? 🗳️

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Find your election day polling location at ➡️ demnc.co/yourpoll

Election Day Polling Place Search

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Did you know there’s an election tomorrow in the following cities? Asheboro, Dobbins Heights, Durham, Elizabeth City, Erwin, Fayetteville, Greensboro, Henderson, Hickory, Jamestown, Louisburg, New Bern, Rocky Mount and Roxboro.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Make a plan to vote and find your polling place ➡️ demnc.co/yourpoll

Election Day Polling Place Search

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Attention North Carolina! The following counties have elections tomorrow: Randolph, Richmond, Durham, Pasquotank, Harnett, Cumberland, Guilford, Vance, Catawba, Guilford, Franklin, Craven, Edgecombe, Nash, and Person.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Read the full article here: www.wbtv.com/2025/10/03/n...

North Carolina gov. signs ‘Iryna’s Law’ following deadly Charlotte light rail stabbing

Governor scrutinizes parts of bill passed after deadly attack

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

This is what it looks like when lawmakers take advantage of a moment instead of solving systemic problems ‼️

We stand with @ncblackalliance.bsky.social in calling out this failure and demanding real, meaningful justice reform. We encourage you to read the full statement on their profile.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Governor Stein even admitted the bill “lacks vision and ambition” and fails to address critical issues like mental health in the criminal justice system.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

While it claims to stiffen bail for people showing “violent characteristics,” it simultaneously paves the way for executions to resume in North Carolina, decades after lethal injections were halted for being inhumane.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

ICYMI: North Carolina Gov. Stein signed House Bill 307 into law and it’s deeply disappointing.

As our friends over at @ncblackalliance.bsky.social have pointed out, this legislation does nothing to make our communities safer.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 5d

Happy #LatineHeritageMonth! Since the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act, many Latine families have come to NC seeking new opportunity. Today, they make up roughly 11% of our population.

Here's to the powerful communities building our future. ⁠💜

The photo shows a handmade cardboard protest sign being held in the North Carolina General Assembly. On the cardboard sign, the words “THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND THIS LAND IS MY LAND” are written in black sharpie marker.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 10d

To all who celebrate: 🫶🏽✨

Happy Latine Heritage Month!
Happy Latino Heritage Month!
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 10d

While words matter, the bigger picture is what this month represents: celebrating contributions, uplifting histories, and addressing the systemic challenges Latine communities face in North Carolina and beyond. ⁠
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However you identify, we celebrate with you.

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 10d

We recognize that no single word captures the full richness of our identities.

Not everyone identifies with terms like Hispanic, Latino/a, or Latine.

Many people connect first with their Indigenous roots, Afro-descendant heritage, or nationality (Chicano, Boricua, Mexican, Dominican, and more).

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