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Adrian W Brakeley
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Husband, father, USAF Veteran, Campaign Manager, President of @ydnc.bsky.social
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The NCDP family mourns the loss of Gov. Jim Hunt, a champion of our mission. He showed everyone what it means to be a Democrat in the South.

Our hearts are with the Hunt family. We will celebrate the life and service of Gov. Jim Hunt by carrying forward his values and hope for a better tomorrow.
December 18, 2025 at 11:10 PM
North Carolina lost a giant today. Governor Jim Hunt has passed away, and he leaves behind an incredible legacy.

From a current YDNC president to a former, rest in peace, Governor. You will be remembered for generations.

#ncpol
December 18, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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Governor Jim Hunt was nothing short of an icon in NC politics. An absolute legend loved by many. His death is a huge loss to our state. Our thoughts are with his family and Lt. Governor Rachel Hunt. Rest in Peace.

Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt dead at 88 www.wral.com/news/state/n...
Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt dead at 88
Former Gov. Jim Hunt, who redefined the office of governor in North Carolina, championed public education and helped focus the state's economy on high-tech industries, has died. He was 88.
www.wral.com
December 18, 2025 at 9:59 PM
I'm attending Young Democrats of North Carolina's event, “Young Democrats of Orange County Social + Organizing Meeting” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/ydnc/event/8...
Young Democrats of Orange County Social + Organizing Meeting · Young Democrats of North Carolina
Calling all Young Democrats ages 16-35 in Orange County! Join us at our upcoming social on Wednesday, December 3rd at 6:00pm at Steel String Brewery in Carrboro to meet fellow young progressives and ...
www.mobilize.us
November 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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Not only was it a major night for Democrats nationally, but also in local elections across North Carolina.

You won't read about about these in the headlines tomorrow, but NC Dems are continuing to lay impressive groundwork — building the bench and racking up wins.
November 5, 2025 at 4:07 AM
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I’m genuinely just sitting in the office in shock. We won everything. Young voters turned out in force for Dems.

We’ve never been so back.
November 5, 2025 at 4:37 AM
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The GOP was already freaking out about the impending Trump effect on the midterms.

Now they’re fucking terrified.
November 5, 2025 at 2:53 AM
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A moment of silence for all the refreshing buttons being pushed to their limits tonight.
November 5, 2025 at 1:14 AM
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The news about Rep. Cecil Brockman is sickening and horrifying.

He must resign immediately.

As @ydnc.bsky.social President @awbrakeley.bsky.social said, “anything less would be a continued insult to the victim, survivors, families, and to every person who believes in justice.”
October 9, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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Looks like former NC Gov #roycooper is getting set to throw his hat in the ring for US Senate. Axios is reporting that he’ll be announcing next week, though I think he might announce at the #ncdp Unity Dinner. We’ll see. Exciting times. #ncpol #fyp #leftofoldnorth #dems #ncdems #midterms #ussenate
July 23, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Republicans are not unfamiliar with what's in their bills. they're very dangerously aware.

#politics #uspolitics #politicstiktok #politicstok #democrats #republicans #project2025 #trump #ncpol
May 28, 2025 at 1:09 AM
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This week we talked to WCU professor @chriscooperwcu.bsky.social about #ncpol and he echoed some of our same concerns about what the #griffinvriggs case did to people’s faith in our election system. #ncpol #leftofoldnorth #ncdems #fyp #ncdp #congress #ncsupremecourt #jeffersongriffin #allisonriggs
May 27, 2025 at 8:31 PM
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Breaking and Analysis: Federal Court–in a Ruling Likely to Be Upheld on Appeal– Holds That Judge Griffin’s Attempt to Overturn the Results of the North Carolina Supreme Court Election Violates the Constitutional Rights of Voters and Orders Certification for Justice Riggs electionlawblog.org?p=149785
Breaking and Analysis: Federal District Court--in a Ruling Likely to Be Upheld on Appeal-- Holds That Judge Griffin's Attempt to Overturn the Results of the North Carolina Supreme Court Election Viola...
You can read the detailed analysis at this link. Here is the core holding: The court concludes that the retroactive invalidation of absentee ballots cast by overseas military and civilian voters viola...
electionlawblog.org
May 6, 2025 at 12:16 AM
*sigh*
Schumer on the Democratic response to Trump's shakedown of Harvard: "We sent him a very strong letter just the other day asking eight very strong questions."
April 27, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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April 19, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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so according to him, SCOTUS is "aiding and abetting a terrorist" since they ruled, 9-0 for DUE PROCESS
April 17, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Here it is, folks. They're proudly saying if you support due process and you disagree with this administration's actions, you are now considered a terrorist.

Even the #Trump -friendly Supreme Court said what they're doing is illegal.

This is #fascism, and they're coming for YOU next.
JUST IN: Deputy Assistant to the President and "Counterterrorism Czar" Sebastian Gorka says anyone advocating for due process for Kilmar Abrego Garcia could be viewed as "aiding and abetting a terrorist" and be federally charged. (h/t Philip Germain)
April 18, 2025 at 6:46 PM
The youth vote is splitting.
Young women are voting blue in record numbers.
Young men? They're drifting to the right — fast.

Read it on The Youth Observer:
#YouthVote #GenZ #GenderGap #Politics #ProgressiveStrategy #YoungVoters #TheYouthObserver #2024Election
April 18, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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Happy to be on board!
Introducing Adrian W. Brakeley: Based in North Carolina, Adrian is a political strategist, U.S. Air Force veteran, and grassroots organizer with a background in public administration, design, and law. He is the latest addition to our incredible roster at Youth Observer.
April 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Is the Age of Gerontocracy Finally Over?
substack.com/@awbrakeley/...
Is the Age of Gerontocracy Finally Over?
How Young Leaders Are Transforming the Idea of Leadership and Shaping the Future of American Politics
substack.com
April 9, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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Make no mistake, the @northcarolinagop.bsky.social and their cronies on the Court of Appeals do not care about letting your vote count. Any voters you know who are overseas/military or who might have missing voter registration info need to know that they only have 15 days to fix said info. #ncpol
🚨 BREAKING NEWS: the Republican-majority on the N.C. Court of Appeals rules to overturn the decision of the Wake County Superior Court (and the voters in the state) in a 2-1 decision to disenfranchise more than 65,000 voters from LAST year’s election. ⬇️
appellate.nccourts.org/opinions/?c=2&…
N.C. Appellate Courts
https://appellate.nccourts.org/opinions/?c=2&…
April 4, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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My name is Chuck Hubbard. If we haven't yet met, I’m a North Carolinian, a retired newspaper reporter, and as of today, I'm the Democrat challenging MAGA extremist Virginia Foxx for North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District in 2026. #NCPol #VoteBlue #NC05
April 3, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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NC has joined this lawsuit. Statement from AG Jackson:

"My job is to be a shield for the people of North Carolina – and that includes protecting their health care. The fed gov can’t just cancel nearly a quarter billion dollars that have already been congressionally allocated to our state."

#ncpol
April 2, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Had a great day canvassing with @mimelife.bsky.social, @awbrakeley.bsky.social and @ddale8.bsky.social! ☀️ North Carolinians deserve a senator who protects their health care (and isn’t afraid of meeting with his own constituents) #ncpol
March 23, 2025 at 1:25 AM