Podcast appearances and mentions of phil berger

  The first time most people hear about a bill introduced by North Carolina Senate leader Phil Berger entitled the “Border Protection Act,” a lot of them think: “Wait — are South Carolina or Virginia up to something?”  And as silly as that sounds, it's no sillier than the bill itself — which has nothing […]

This week's episode of Tying it Together features an interview with Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger, arguably North Carolina's most influential politician, as a new legislative session begins. Host Tim Boyum and Sen. Berger openly discuss Helene's mountain relief efforts, collaboration with new Gov. Josh Stein and house speaker Destin Hall, and other topics in the senator's office. “I don't know that when all is said and done that it's going to end up any different,” Sen. Berger told Boyum when talking about Gov. Stein and cutting deals. “But I am optimistic that we may find ways to address some things that we may not have in the past.” The two also touch on the unresolved N.C. Supreme Court election race, tax rates, and facing a primary in next year's election.

Protests erupt across North Carolina over the still-unsettled state Supreme Court race. Clues emerge in the case of Asha Degree, missing since 2000. And Senate leader Phil Berger is unconcerned about a potential drop in state revenue.

On this episode of Tying it Together, North Carolina's new House Speaker Destin Hall joins host Tim Boyum for a wide-ranging discussion about his new role and working with a new governor. At just 37, he's the state's youngest speaker ever, and he's not afraid to be frank. Speaker Hall also goes in depth with Tim on the major topics of today like Hurricane Helene relief, immigration and much more.  “If you're here illegally and you're committing crimes you gotta go,” he told Tim on the podcast. He added that being rules chair for almost five years with N.C. Sen. Phil Berger has helped him gain experience and respect in getting deals done. The podcast ends with Tim shooting a few fun questions at Speaker Hall.

In a recent surprise, North Carolina Senate Democrats announced a new leader that was not Dan Blue. Sen. Sydney Batch will take his place next year after a decade of different leadership.  Sen. Batch joined host Tim Boyum to discuss her background in an incredibly successful family, working with her husband at their law firm, surviving breast cancer, and how she plans on leading Democrats much differently than her predecessor, and how she will get along with Sen. Phil Berger. “I have a lot to learn. I'm grateful to Sen. Blue to help guide me through this, and I have no doubt that Sen. Berger will let me know exactly how the trains stay on track,” she told Tim in the interview. Sen. Batch added she believes the state is much more purple than the legislature is made to believe due to gerrymandering. She believes in respectfully disagreeing and disputing where possible and standing up for her party's values.

  North Carolina voters just elected Gov.-elect Josh Stein by an overwhelming margin but the vast majority of them did not vote for Senate leader Phil Berger or House Speaker Tim Moore. Unfortunately, that hasn't stopped Berger and Moore from hatching a truly outrageous scheme to grab powers from the governor's office and other statewide […]

In the wake of the Attica Prison Uprising, BB King performs for the prisoners at Sing Sing Prison in 1972. The Thanksgiving Day concert sparks a new conversation about prisoner rights. Documentarian Daivd Hoffman recalls his time behind the camera, watching BB King perform, and how he softened the hearts of otherwise life-hardened men. Meanwhile, with the surly Sonny Liston as a role model, George Foreman rises in the ranks as a heavyweight. He fights the Champ, Smokin' Joe Frazier, and is held hostage in Venezuela.   FILM/VIDEO REFERENCES Muhammad Ali poem from the Cathal O'Shannon TV show (available on YouTube) Sing Sing Thanksgiving, documentary by David Hoffman (available on YouTube) BOOKS “The Rumble in the Jungle” by Lewis Erenberg “Angela Davis: an autobiography” by Angela Davis  “Hit Me, Fred” by Fred Wesley (autobiography)  “Smokin' Joe” by Joe Frazier and Phil Berger (autobiography) “Smokin' Joe: The Life of Joe Frazier” by Mark Kram Jr.  “By George” by George Foreman (autobiography)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 In their epic showdown, “The Fight of the Century,” Muhammad Ali takes on the Champ, Smokin' Joe Frazier. It's a stunning exhibition of strength, pain, and violence. Their fight is covered by many great writers, who transform Ali into an avatar of the age as they celebrate his ascendance as the People's Champ. A new boxing contender enters the scene: the giant George Foreman while Miriam Makeba wins hearts as she's dubbed Mama Africa by her fans.   REFERENCE MATERIALS: "Ali: A Life" by Jonathan Eig "The Fight" by Norman Mailer "Ego" (Life magazine Cover Story, March 19, 1971) article by Norman Mailer "The Redemption of the Champion" (Life magazine, Sept 9, 1966), article by Gordon Parks "Shadow Box" by George Plimpton  "Ringside: A Treasury of Boxing Reportage" by Budd Schulberg  "The Greatest, My Own Story" by Muhammad Ali (autobiography) "Smokin' Joe" by Joe Frazier and Phil Berger (autobiography) "Smokin' Joe: The Life of Joe Frazier" by Mark Kram Jr.  "By George" by George Foreman (autobiography) Miriam Makeba FBI file (available online at: https://vault.fbi.gov/miriam-makeba)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ali's time in exile only strengthens his position as a leader in the Civil Rights Movement. James Brown plays his first show in Paris, and his dancer, Lola Love!, recalls seeing The Godfather of Soul for the first time at The Apollo Theater. Muhammad Ali befriends heavyweight champion, Joe Frazier, only to realize that in order to win his title back, he must face his comrade in the ring.  FILM REFERENCES “When We Were Kings” (documentary, 1996) directed by Leon Gast  “Soul Power” (documentary, 2008) directed by Jeffrey Kusama–Hinte (available on YouTube) BOOKS "The Greatest, My Own Story" by Muhammad Ali (autobiography) "King: A Life" by Jonathan Eig "Smokin' Joe" by Joe Frazier and Phil Berger (autobiography) "Smokin' Joe: The Life of Joe Frazier" by Mark Kram Jr.  "The Rumble in the Jungle" by Lewis ErenbergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Put Em On The Couch, titled "Teachers Unite! A Conversation with Jen Mangrum," host Jason McCoy explores the pressing issues facing public education in North Carolina. With teacher vacancies skyrocketing, morale at an all-time low, and funding falling short, the state's education system is in crisis. We'll dive into the challenges—like dwindling teacher pipelines, stagnant pay, and the struggle to secure necessary resources—while also examining the efforts of advocates like Brian Proffit, VP of the NCAE, who are sounding the alarm on these critical issues. We'll also discuss the role of state leaders such as Phil Berger and the implications of the Leandro Ruling on the future of public education in the state. Our special guest, Dr. Jen Mangrum, a veteran educator and newly appointed leader with the American Federation of Teachers (#AFT), joins us to discuss her bold new role in driving reform. Dr. Mangrum will share her insights on the current state of public education, her mission to support educators, and what actions can be taken to improve the system. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and solutions facing North Carolina's public schools and hear from a key figure dedicated to making a difference.   To learn more about the AFT and/or what you can do to support public education, email Jen Mangrum at aft.jennifer@gmail.com or Jason McCoy at putemonthecouch@gmail.com and/or visit the AFT website at aft.org   Keywords & Hashtags: #NCAE #AFT #TeachersUnite #PublicSchools #EducationReform #TeacherSupport #CollectiveBargaining #SchoolChoice #TeacherMorale #NorthCarolinaEducation #RandiWeingarten #EducationCrisis #TeacherVacancies #TeacherPay #EducationAdvocacy #JenMangrum #EducationEquity #RedForEd #TeacherUnion #PublicEducation #PhilBerger #LeandroRuling

For the week of June 10, 2024, host Dawn Vaughan talks with her legislative team colleagues Avi Bajpai and Kyle Ingram about Democrats walking out in the senate, early voting, and the abortion lawsuit. You'll also hear a clip from Senate leader Phil Berger talking about what he would want for any future abortion legislation. Host: Dawn Vaughan Guests: Avi Bajpai, Kyle Ingram Executive Producer: Kevin Keister Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It's sent to your inbox Tuesday to Friday and Sunday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you're already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the week of May 13, 2024 Dawn Vaughan talks with colleagues Avi Bajpai and Korie Dean about how the recent protests at UNC-Chapel Hill factor in to significant legislation moving through the General Assembly right now: the SHALOM Act and a mask bill. You'll also hear a clip from Senate leader Phil Berger about why he supports a new mask bill post-pandemic and in the wake of protesters wearing masks. Host: Dawn Vaughan Guest: Avi Bajpai, Korie Dean Executive Producer: Laura Brache Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It's sent to your inbox Tuesday to Friday and Sunday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you're already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the week of April 29, 2024, host Dawn Vaughan talks with fellow state politics reporters Avi Bajpai and Kyle Ingram about how the General Assembly budget process is already underway: you'll hear audio from Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's budget proposal and Senate leader Phil Berger's reaction. You'll also hear Republican Rep. Jason Saine's take on child care funding, as that issue is also integral to this year's budget process. Host: Dawn Vaughan Guests: Avi Bajpai, Kyle Ingram Executive Producer: Laura Brache Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It's sent to your inbox Tuesday to Friday and Sunday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you're already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Medical marijuana, immigration, gambling updates and a $1 billion state budget surplus could come to dominate the new 2024 North Carolina legislative short session. Plus, Senate leader Phil Berger talks about the future of the ACC and what lawmakers could do to keep UNC and N.C. State together if one tries to leave. PolitiFact NC looks into the 13th District congressional runoff primary, and the NC State Health Plan makes national news with a Senate investigation led by Bernie Sanders.

We are about a month out from the start of the 2024 legislative short session, which is always held during an election year, so that changes the tone of the entire session. First, it's usually shorter not just by design of the work itself, since there's a budget adjustment bill to pass, but also because lawmakers want to have time to go out and campaign. And the results of the primary earlier this month changes that up. Case in point, House Speaker Tim Moore, who's a short-timer now and heading to Congress assuming he wins his Republican-favored U.S. House district. During the first half, we talk about the Republicans dynamics that may play out this year, including between Moore and Senate leader Phil Berger, who is not leaving the legislature. Host: Dawn Vaughan Guest: Colin Campbell Executive Producer: Laura Brache Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It's sent to your inbox Tuesday to Friday and Sunday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you're already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a marathon legislative session ends, the most powerful North Carolina politician and Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger joins host Tim Boyum. The two hold an in-depth conversation about the current fight over casinos in North Carolina, with some behind-the-scenes discussion about his support, and why it failed at the last minute.    Later, Tim asks about the fairness of redistricting, separation of powers, and working in today's political climate. The end of the podcast features a little fun, and a look at Sen. Berger's favorite holiday traditions.

This week, Tim talks to two of North Carolina's sharpest political minds, as state lawmakers vote on the final congressional and state maps for 2024 and beyond. The controversial map drawing will certainly draw more lawsuits as North Carolina continues its trend in the spotlight as one of the most controversial redistricting states in the country.  Joining us this week, Democratic Strategist Morgan Jackson who has clients including Gov. Roy Cooper and Attorney General Josh Stein. Jim Blaine, with the Differentiators, is a former chief of staff for Senate leader Phil Berger.

Danielle Battaglia is the NC Congressional Correspondent for the News & Observer and Charlotte Observer and covers North Carolina's 16 members of Congress and reports on NC news from the White House.     Danielle's reporting career started in Rockingham County in 2011, the year Sen. Phil Berger ascended to the President Pro Tem position.  She talks about her journalism career, falling in love with political reporting, and how she transitioned to covering state politics full-time.  She also opens up about her challenges with POTS and managing the disease with such a physically demanding job.    Skye and Brian also talk about about the odds on casinos, its effect on the budget, an alcohol bill on the move, a delayed election bill, #TOTW, and Skye's birthday.   The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association, the NC Pork Council, and the NC Healthcare Association. 

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North Carolina Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger says there is broad agreement in the state legislature, across party lines, on the number one priority: education. Sen. Berger discusses the plan to help students who fell behind during the pandemic. Also, why he changed his mind about Medicaid expansion, what can be done about the polarizing political climate and what's fueling the budget surplus.

Yo, #LALiens, guess what day it is? . HUMP DAY! Thank you for joining us for another delectable half-hour of sautéed Saint Augustine, Law and Legitimacy. We'd like to give a special shoutout to the OG's, BTL, Carta, FreedomLover, Luttrelll, and the gang. You make the endurance race this is a true joy. . Today, Norm and Mike analyze: . › The SCOTUS decision in Counterman v. Colorado — How did the Court reconcile the True Threats exception to the first amendment's free speech guarantee? . › The First Amendment in the Workplace — Norm shares some dark humor through a real story as it developed within his law office this week. . › More on North Carolina's State Attorney General, Josh Stein, and the case of Planned Parenthood v. Stein, and intervening defendants, Phil Berger and Tim Moore. . › Bud Light continues to crash. Mike offers some insight from his experience with the world of beer. . Join us. . For the rest of the year, creators will receive 100 percent of the revenue from the purchase of monthly subscription badges, which Rumble recently launched for the price of $5 per month. Please consider purchasing a subscription badge to LAL and be assured that LAL will receive every penny of that subscription through the end of the year. Your consideration and patronage is most sincerely appreciated! . Daily livestreams beginning at 8:00 am EST on: › Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/LawandLegitimacy › Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawandlegitimacy › Twitter: https://twitter.com/PattisPodcast . Subscribe and turn on notifications! . Support Law and Legitimacy: . - Locals: https://lawandlegitimacy.locals.com/ - Twitter: @PattisPodcast, @PattisNorm, and @MichaelBoyer_ - Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Audible, Spotify, or wherever you receive podcasts and rate LAL 5 stars. - Subscribe here on our Rumble and Youtube channels, give us a Rumble, and join our active community of free-thinkers, contrarians, and the unafraid on Locals!

Yo, #LALiens, guess what day it is? . HUMP DAY! Thank you for joining us for another delectable half-hour of sautéed Saint Augustine, Law and Legitimacy. We'd like to give a special shoutout to the OG's, BTL, Carta, FreedomLover, Luttrelll, and the gang. You make the endurance race this is a true joy. . Today, Norm and Mike analyze: . › The SCOTUS decision in Counterman v. Colorado — How did the Court reconcile the True Threats exception to the first amendment's free speech guarantee? . › The First Amendment in the Workplace — Norm shares some dark humor through a real story as it developed within his law office this week. . › More on North Carolina's State Attorney General, Josh Stein, and the case of Planned Parenthood v. Stein, and intervening defendants, Phil Berger and Tim Moore. . › Bud Light continues to crash. Mike offers some insight from his experience with the world of beer. . Join us. . For the rest of the year, creators will receive 100 percent of the revenue from the purchase of monthly subscription badges, which Rumble recently launched for the price of $5 per month. Please consider purchasing a subscription badge to LAL and be assured that LAL will receive every penny of that subscription through the end of the year. Your consideration and patronage is most sincerely appreciated! . Daily livestreams beginning at 8:00 am EST on: › Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/LawandLegitimacy › Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawandlegitimacy › Twitter: https://twitter.com/PattisPodcast . Subscribe and turn on notifications! . Support Law and Legitimacy: . - Locals: https://lawandlegitimacy.locals.com/ - Twitter: @PattisPodcast, @PattisNorm, and @MichaelBoyer_ - Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Audible, Spotify, or wherever you receive podcasts and rate LAL 5 stars. - Subscribe here on our Rumble and Youtube channels, give us a Rumble, and join our active community of free-thinkers, contrarians, and the unafraid on Locals!

This week on Flashpoint, WCNC Charlotte's Ben Thompson speaks with Senate leader Phil Berger regarding the General Assembly's final stretch of its legislative session. Berger discusses the top priorities of the General Assembly and more.

This week on Flashpoint, WCNC Charlotte's Ben Thompson speaks with Senate leader Phil Berger regarding the General Assembly's final stretch of its legislative session. Berger discusses the top priorities of the General Assembly and more.

NC Supreme Court Justice Phil Berger, Jr. is the son of NC's most powerful politician, Senator Phil Berger.  He talks about his father's sacrifice to make a better life for his family, his own political career, and how sports continues to play an integral part of his life, work, and community service.   Listeners also learn about his inter-party friendships on the court, his future in North Carolina politics, and how he would improve the criminal justice system.   Skye and Brian also talk sports wagering, Medicaid expansion, a pair of opioid bills advance, tension in the House, the Governor's budget, a House member declares for statewide office in 2024, TOTW, and more.  The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association, and the NC Pork Council. 

Didn't get a seat to The NC Insider/News & Observer's sold-out Legislative Preview event with House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate leader Phil Berger? Listen to the entire, unedited conversation here. -------- For more North Carolina government and politics news, subscribe to the Under the Dome politics newsletter from The News & Observer and the NC Insider at newsobserver.com/under-the-dome and ncinsider.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, perhaps the state's most powerful politician, Senator Phil Berger joins Tim to talk about the 2023 legislative session that kicks off in full this week. Sen. Berger dishes on Medicaid expansion, abortion, tax cuts, voter ID, medical marijuana, sports betting, whether North Carolina is truly a “purple” state, and so much more! This is a must listen to get a good sense of where Republicans plan to go this year as they are near a supermajority on Jones Street.

Phil Berger, President Pro Tempore of the North Carolina Senate, joins us to discuss legislative priorities in 2023.

Phil Berger, President Pro Tempore of the North Carolina Senate, joins us to discuss legislative priorities in 2023.

In the wake of the mass shooting at a Colorado Springs gay club over the weekend, Democrats and media are racing to blame conservatives. The Associated Press and PBS offer a good example: While [House Speaker Tim] Moore said the party hasn't solidified its priorities for the long session beginning in January, Senate leader Phil Berger is already reconsidering a “Parents' Bill of Rights,” which passed the Senate this year but didn't get a vote in the House before the session ended. Touted by GOP senators as a toolkit to help parents oversee their children's education and health care, the bill included provisions to bar instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in K-3 curricula and require schools to alert parents prior to any change in the name or pronoun used for their child. Cooper condemned the measure and likened it to Florida's “Don't Say Gay” law. This frames the issue using the language of one side in the debate. But David Strom at Hot Air rejects this:  the epidemic of violence is not in evidence, and unless somebody is inciting violence directly they cannot be held responsible for the behavior of insane people. Critics of the public school system are not responsible for school shootings; critics of Republicans were not responsible for the baseball field attack on Steve Scalise and other Republicans; and critics of drag queen story hours are not responsible for shootings of gay nightclubs. Maxine Waters is responsible for the harassment of Trump Administration officials in restaurants because she directly called for it. Calling for violence makes you complicit, even responsible. Criticizing people makes you a participant in public life.  Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we talk about the tax consequences of student loan forgiveness. Generally, debt forgiveness is treated as income, and is therefore taxable. If the Biden Administration's current plan to forgive portions of student loans comes to fruition, the forgiven amount would normally be taxable. Provisions have been made to make student loan forgiveness tax free at the federal level. Some states, including North Carolina, would still treat the loan forgiveness as taxable, and borrowers would owe state taxes on the forgiven amounts. We discuss that issue, along with other issues related to taxes and higher education in North Carolina, along with the general business climate and taxation in the state of North Carolina with Senator Phil Berger, President Pro Tempore of the NC Senate.

Alvin Robinson is currently running as a write-in candidate in NC District 26 against Senator Phil Berger.  Today he shares the story of why he decided to run and the issues that are important to him as well as how he was fired in 2021 after 20 years of public service.  At Healthy Discourse, we love to share stories of courage and this is one of those stories.  Alvin is driven by his strong faith and we know you'll be encouraged by his journey.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/healthydiscourse/support

Sen. Jim Burgin is a leader in the General Assembly on health care and mental health policy.  The Harnett County Republican talks about his passion for the issue, especially mental health, as well as his friendship and partnership with NC Health & Human Services Secretary Kody Kinsley, a Democrat, in making the state healthier.   A press gaggle this week at the General Assembly included news from Sen. Phil Berger about a possible December lame-duck session, the latest on Medicaid, and more.   Skye and Brian also talk about an abortion ad cut by Governor Cooper for a Senate candidate that may be seen in other districts, a House Democratic leader is in a tough race, the General Assembly's top fundraisers, and Treasurer Dale Folwell floats his name for governor in 2024. The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, and the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association. 

Rockingham County Republican Phil Berger is the most influential elected official in North Carolina politics. He has presided over the state Senate since 2011 and overseen a historic shift in state government. Berger returns to The Politics Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation, including election strategy, the judiciary, and what could be done to reduce the political temperature in our country.

This week in state politics state Senate leader Phil Berger discussed the prospect of abortion legislation. Meanwhile one candidate for the NC General Assembly faces allegations that she doesn't live in the district she hopes to serve. And the President eliminated some college debt, though a legal challenge could loom. Rob Schofield and Clark Riemer review on this episode of The Politics Podcast

Welcome back to Carolina Democracy! Today, we're joined by Brandon Gray of Guilford County to discuss his campaign for North Carolina House District 62. We also review some of the latest political news from around North Carolina and briefly discuss last week's Jan. 6th Committee Hearing.January 6th Hearing Resources:Day 8: Video, TranscriptLearn More About Brandon Gray:Website: brandongraync.comFacebook: @BrandonGrayNCInstagram: @BrandonGrayNCTwitter: @brandongrayncOther Resources: The New North Carolina Project: newnorthcarolinaproject.orgThe New Rural Project: newruralproject.orgDemocracy Docket: democracydocket.comIndependent Legislature Doctrine: Democracy Docket Resource PageCarolina Forward:Legislative SlateJustice SlateContact Us: jd@carolinademocracy.comFollow Us:Facebook: @CarolinaDemocracyInstagram: @carolinademocracy

Tom Campbell remarks on Senator Phil Berger's description of the House January 6th Committee hearings as "fictional reading." 

The NC Senate's top leader, Sen. Phil Berger, sat down with WRAL News this week to discuss the legislative session that recently ended and policies voters can expect if they elect more North Carolina Republicans this November. A list of topics in the 45-minute interview, along with approximate end times for those topics:   Medicaid expansion (8:30) Abortion (14:50) Transportation (17:00) Guns (21) Governing (23:30 The 2024 governor's race (26:35) Schools and LGBTQ issues (30:10) The Pandemic and public health laws (31:55) Future redistricting plans (32:55 Moore v. Harper (35:35) Political power in the Berger family (37:25) Political discourse and social media (39:24) The Jan. 6 hearings (42:02) Medicaid again (end)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NC Senate's top leader, Sen. Phil Berger, sat down with WRAL News this week to discuss the legislative session that recently ended and policies voters can expect if they elect more North Carolina Republicans this November. A list of topics in the 45-minute interview, along with approximate end times for those topics:   Medicaid expansion (8:30) Abortion (14:50) Transportation (17:00) Guns (21) Governing (23:30 The 2024 governor's race (26:35) Schools and LGBTQ issues (30:10) The Pandemic and public health laws (31:55) Future redistricting plans (32:55 Moore v. Harper (35:35) Political power in the Berger family (37:25) Political discourse and social media (39:24) The Jan. 6 hearings (42:02) Medicaid again (end)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the past decade, Sen. Phil Berger was perhaps the biggest opponent of Medicaid expansion.  But now, arguably North Carolina's most powerful politician, Sen. Berger says it's a slam-dunk idea and wants his fellow Republicans to vote for it this summer.  While we will talk about the policy reasons, we'll also get an in-depth look at the evolution of his position. Later, we'll also ask him about abortion, medical marijuana, sports betting and where he stands on gun laws. 

Leaders in North Carolina are working to help alleviate the staffing shortages at schools across the state. Governor Cooper announced Wednesday an extension of the policy, which allows state employees to use volunteer days to fill in at schools. “We want to keep students learning safely in the classroom and encourage state employees to serve as substitutes and volunteers and be able to keep any compensation they receive,” Gov. Cooper said. “This extension gives school districts more time to bring in volunteers and gives our generous state employees more opportunities to lend their talents to their local schools.” READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/education/gov-cooper-extends-school-volunteering-policy/275-050f1baa-3a77-4d95-b3c5-4c200a2e3121 North Carolina Senate leaders say Republicans and Democrats in their chamber will work together on creating replacement redistricting maps.  Republican Senate leader Phil Berger and Democratic leader Dan Blue released a statement on Wednesday.  The state Supreme Court last week struck down plans arranged by the GOP, calling them illegal partisan gerrymanders.  Blue and Berger says that any “negotiated end product” would be released "as early as practicable.”  The Supreme Court told lawmakers to turn in replacement maps by Feb. 18. Both the House and Senate must pass any new legislative and congressional boundaries. The House plans to vote on maps next week. READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/politics/nc-senate-redistricting-maps-supreme-court-elections/275-92e0b15d-fcd4-4677-b673-5ebc7a5dcf30

Leaders in North Carolina are working to help alleviate the staffing shortages at schools across the state.Governor Cooper announced Wednesday an extension of the policy, which allows state employees to use volunteer days to fill in at schools.“We want to keep students learning safely in the classroom and encourage state employees to serve as substitutes and volunteers and be able to keep any compensation they receive,” Gov. Cooper said. “This extension gives school districts more time to bring in volunteers and gives our generous state employees more opportunities to lend their talents to their local schools.”READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/education/gov-cooper-extends-school-volunteering-policy/275-050f1baa-3a77-4d95-b3c5-4c200a2e3121North Carolina Senate leaders say Republicans and Democrats in their chamber will work together on creating replacement redistricting maps. Republican Senate leader Phil Berger and Democratic leader Dan Blue released a statement on Wednesday. The state Supreme Court last week struck down plans arranged by the GOP, calling them illegal partisan gerrymanders. Blue and Berger says that any “negotiated end product” would be released "as early as practicable.” The Supreme Court told lawmakers to turn in replacement maps by Feb. 18.Both the House and Senate must pass any new legislative and congressional boundaries. The House plans to vote on maps next week.READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/politics/nc-senate-redistricting-maps-supreme-court-elections/275-92e0b15d-fcd4-4677-b673-5ebc7a5dcf30

Becki Gray of the John Locke Foundation and CarolinaJournal.com joins Pete for her weekly segment to talk about the proposed budget proposal approved by Phil Berger and Tim Moore in the North Carolina legislature.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

​It has been called “computer generated porn” in North Carolina, and on this week's episode of “Tying It Together With Tim Boyum,” we are tackling the past, present and future of redistricting.   In the coming weeks, lawmakers will draw political maps that will determine who you vote for in elections for the next decade.  It's a complicated process few know much about, but it's one of the most important things lawmakers will ever do in their career. Lucky for you, we have found a way for it to be informative and, at times, hilarious.   We are joined by Dr. Michael Bitzer, a political scientist at Catawba College, who just released a book on the topic.  Dr. Chris Cooper, from Western Carolina University, who has studied it extensively.  Finally, Jim Blaine, a former chief of staff for Senate leader Phil Berger and someone who has been in the room when these maps are drawn.  Wait until you hear some of his impressions of well known lawmakers!

Senate leader Phil Berger, House Speaker Tim Moore and Governor Roy Cooper gathered for an exceptional moment to mark a compromise deal on public school reopening. Meanwhile, an ex-Republican announced she's running in 2022 for North Carolina's open U.S. Senate seat. And on Capitol Hill, House Democrats passed a wide-reaching measure aimed at upending Republican state lawmakers' efforts to change election law. Rob Schofield and Becki Gray review some of the stories from this week in North Carolina politics.

President pro tempore of the North Carolina Senate Phil Berger is our guest as we discuss legislative priorities and the impact of COVID-19 on the state North Carolina.

President pro tempore of the North Carolina Senate Phil Berger is our guest as we discuss legislative priorities and the impact of COVID-19 on the state North Carolina.

There’s an urgent need to return N.C. public school students to in-person instruction. That’s the message Terry Stoops hopes to send. The John Locke Foundation’s vice president for research and director of education studies explains why the science and data suggest that school kids face much more danger of long-lasting negative effects if they remain stuck in forced online learning. Republicans will maintain control of both chambers of the N.C. General Assembly in 2021. After winning key elections this month, state Senate leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, and House Speaker Tim Moore, R-Cleveland, offered their reactions to voters’ decisions. Berger and Moore also discussed key issues likely to crop up in next year’s legislative session. COVID-19 has created challenges for everyone, including leaders of the University of North Carolina System. President Peter Hans recently briefed his Board of Governors on budget and access issues linked to the pandemic. The coronavirus has caused headaches for groups working to help military veterans find jobs in the civilian world. During a recent online presentation hosted by the John Locke Foundation, Kimberly Williams of the group North Carolina for Military Employment, NC4ME, discussed COVID-19’s impact on her group’s operations. Some national Democrats are pushing for presumptive President-elect Joe Biden to push a plan for packing the U.S. Supreme Court with new liberal justices. Brenée Goforth of the John Locke Foundation discusses the history of the court-packing debate. She explains why the idea is just as bad now as it was when President Franklin Delano Roosevelt proposed a similar scheme in the 1930s.

November 17, 2020 Eden City Council Meeting(Eden, NC) - Audio of the November 17, 2020 meeting of the Eden City Council. The meeting was held at Eden City Hall.AGENDA1. Meeting called to order by: Neville Hall, Mayor2. Invocation: Pastor Cynthia Nanney, First United Methodist and Spray United Methodist Churches3. Pledge of Allegiance: Led by Tommy Underwood, Fire Chief4. Proclamations & Presentations:a. Recognition of Senator Phil Berger. Mike Dougherty, Director of Economic Development5. Roll Call6. Set Meeting Agenda7. Public Hearings:a. Consideration and adoption of an ordinance annexing the property located at 106 Fireman Club Road pursuant to a request submitted by the owner, Judy Robertson. A-20-02. Kelly Stultz, Director of Planning & Inspectionsb. Consideration and adoption of an amended Zoning Map and the Outdoor Advertising Overlay Map, Water Supply Watershed Map and Flood Hazard Map which is required as a result of the adoption of the Unified Development Ordinance at the October 20, 2020, meeting. Z-20-05. Kelly Stultz, Director of Planning & Inspections8. Requests and Petitions of Citizens9. Unfinished Business10. New Business11. Reports from Staff:a. City Manager's Report. Jon Mendenhall, City Managerb. Update on the Matrimony Creek sewer repair. Terry Shelton, Director of Public Utilitiesc. Update on code enforcement for 617 Spring Street.Kelly Stultz, Director of Planning & Inspections12. Consent Agenda:a. Approval and adoption of the October 20, 2020 Minutes. Deanna Hunt, City Clerkb. Approval of proposed water main extension by Dan River Water, Inc. along Heritage Road. Bev O'Dell, Director of Engineering13. Announcements14. Closed Session:a. To discuss economic development matters pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(4).b. To discuss the acquisition of real property pursuant to NCGS 143-318-11(a)(5).c. To consult with the attorney in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege pursuant toNCGS 143-318(11)(a)(3).15. Adjourn# # #

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The outcome of North Carolina’s U.S. Senate race could help determine which party controls the chamber for the next two years. Incumbent Republican Sen. Thom Tillis faces a tough challenge from Democrat Cal Cunningham. Carolina Journal Editor-in-Chief Rick Henderson analyzes recent developments in the hotly contested race. It’s safe to say N.C. colleges and universities did not reopen in the fall in the way they had expected. Some campuses welcomed students back, only to send them home again for online learning within a matter of weeks. Jenna Robinson, president of the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal, assesses university’s preparations for and responses to the challenges of reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the recent actions state lawmakers have taken to address COVID-19 is a $335 check to be sent to parents of school-aged children throughout the state. State Senate leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, explained the checks’ purpose during a recent news conference. In addition to higher education, COVID-19 has forced major changes for K-12 public education in North Carolina. During a recent online forum sponsored by the John Locke Foundation, state Sen. Deanna Ballard, R-Watauga, discussed key education challenges. Ballard explained legislative leaders approach to addressing public education issues during the pandemic. The N.C. Court of Appeals recently overturned a lower court and restored state constitutional amendments requiring a photo ID for voters and lowering the state’s cap on income tax rates. Voters had approved those measures during a statewide vote in 2018. Becki Gray, John Locke Foundation senior vice president, explains the significance of the split 2-1 ruling. She discusses the next steps for the court case that produced the ruling.

North Carolina Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger says Gov. Roy Cooper's lockdown orders appear guided by politics - not science. Also, Olivia Perez-Cubas from Winning for Women says attracting suburban women is critical if Republicans are going to win in November. Subscribe for FREE Become a Patron Support Our Advertisers Pete's Marketplace Pete on Twitter Fan Facebook Group Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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North Carolina’s public schools are expected to reopen for the fall, but they’ll face some changes linked to continuing concerns about COVID-19. Terry Stoops, John Locke Foundation vice president for research and resident scholar, analyzes state guidelines for public school operations in the 2020-21 academic year. The pandemic already has created a nearly $5 billion hole in North Carolina’s budget. Forecasters are not certain whether that hole will grow larger in the months ahead. You’ll hear recent projections from chief legislative economist Barry Boardman, along with reaction from top N.C. House and Senate budget writers. Count Senate leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, among those who would like to see a quicker reopening of the N.C. economy. Berger shared his ideas about reopening during a recent news conference. Before the pandemic struck North Carolina, lawmakers already were taking a look at the impact of the Raise the Age initiative. It shifts most 16- and 17-year-old criminal offenders from the adult court system to the juvenile justice system. William Lassiter, N.C. deputy secretary of juvenile justice, offered lawmakers a recent status report on implementation of Raise the Age. The COVID-19 pandemic has helped focus attention on the importance of primary care. Jordan Roberts, John Locke Foundation health care policy analyst, highlights primary care’s role in a world focused on serious health care challenges.

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State Senate President, Phil Berger speaks with Mark Garrison and has strong words for the Governor to open the state sooner rather than later. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Republican leader of the state Senate, Phil Berger is the most powerful man in North Carolina politics. For weeks, he's been pushing for random COVID-19 testing so the state can get a handle on the outbreak and reopen for business. Meanwhile, the legislative leadership decided to close the doors of the General Assembly to the public, just before lawmakers are set to reconvene for an in-person session. Berger says that wasn't an easy call. The senate leader talks about protests against the governor's stay-at-home order, social distancing, and missing baseball on this episode of the WUNC Politics Podcast.

As the Republican leader of the state Senate, Phil Berger is the most powerful man in North Carolina politics. For weeks, he's been pushing for random COVID-19 testing so the state can get a handle on the outbreak and reopen for business.

North Carolina Senate Leader Phil Berger announced $100,000 funding for Wake Forst Baptist Health & Atrium Health's COVID-19 testing research. Reporters didn't seem very interested to hear that the NC Secretary of Health and Human Services has been "resistant to prioritizing sample testing" -- or that Gov. Roy Cooper hasn't spoken with the legislative leaders about his "plan" to re-open the state. Subscribe for FREE: https://thepetekalinershow.com/get-the-podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow Marketplace: https://thepetekalinershow.com/marketplace/ Advertisers: https://thepetekalinershow.com/support-the-businesses-that-support-us/ Twitter: @PeteKaliner Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/633836460739500/ Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor Roy Cooper addresses calls for him to reopen the economy, Senator Phil Berger & business leaders call for more testing, and counties across North Carolina ask the governor for the power to control their own fate

Anne Schlafly Cori joins the program, Governor Roy Cooper addresses calls for him to reopen the economy, Senator Phil Berger & business leaders call for more testing, and counties across North Carolina ask the governor for the power to control their own fate

NC Senate Leader Phil Berger says he doesn't trust the Governor and his political appointees on the Board of Elections to conduct a fair and transparent vote-by-mail process. Outrage ensues. Subscribe for FREE: https://thepetekalinershow.com/get-the-podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow Marketplace: https://thepetekalinershow.com/marketplace/ Advertisers: https://thepetekalinershow.com/support-the-businesses-that-support-us/ Twitter: @PeteKaliner Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/633836460739500/ Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Presidential candidates visiting North Carolina now that early voting has started, criticism over an email and text message blast and Sen. Phil Berger's real estate transactions are among the topics discussed.

Kansas’ decision to move forward with Medicaid expansion has placed more pressure on North Carolina to follow suit. Jordan Roberts, John Locke Foundation health care policy analyst, assesses the potential impact of Kansas on the Medicaid expansion debate in this state. Republican legislators, especially in the N.C. Senate, have remained cool to all expansion proposals. Conflicts between the United States and China appear to be growing. Walter Lohman, director of the Heritage Foundation’s Asian Studies Center, recently discussed “The China Challenge” in Raleigh in a speech sponsored by the Jesse Helms Center. Lohman highlighted challenges linked to long-term American relations with China. After a two-month break from work, N.C. state lawmakers still found no agreement to resolve an impasse over the state budget. Senate leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, and his Democratic counterpart, Sen. Dan Blue, D-Wake, offered competing assessments of the standoff during the legislature’s one-day return trip to Raleigh. As state lawmakers prepare for primary elections and the 2020 legislative session, the N.C. FreeEnterprise Foundation, NC FREE, has unveiled its latest rankings of legislators based on their support for policies supporting free markets. Anna Beavon Gravely, NC FREE executive director, highlights key results and trends within the latest rankings. North Carolina’s Basnight Bridge attracted President Trump’s attention because of its long history of legal and regulatory delays. Joseph Coletti, John Locke Foundation senior fellow, responds to the president’s comments about the Basnight Bridge. Coletti also analyzes the challenges North Carolina faces in building large-scale transportation projects.

The legislature starts redrawing congressional districts, and the Senate leader's use of campaign contributions draws fire. Plus, find out what happened to money that was meant to help expand the state's sex offender registry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

North Korea fires a medium missile from the sea, Federal judge rules that Harvard can continue discriminating against Asians, North Carolina Senate leader, Phil Berger, argues mini budgets will continue until October 31st when the Senate will adjourn, New Hanover County to hold first public hearing on the sale of NHRMC, and new vaping data continues the moral panic despite most evidence overwhelmingly showing the benefit of vaping

On this episode of “Tying It Together with Tim Boyum,” Tim talks with Sen. Phil Berger. He is considered one of the most powerful politicians in the state. He talks about how working through college on an assembly line, painting, and working at a grocery store shaped his political future. We also find out just how close he was to running for U.S. Senate in 2014. As the debate rages on over Medicaid expansion, Sen. Berger tells us why he thinks it’s a bad idea for the state, and his reasons go beyond well money. JOIN THE CONVERSATION Do you have any thoughts or questions for Tim? Weigh in on Twitter with the hashtag #TyingItTogetherNC. Afterwards, rate the podcast and leave a review to tell us what you think!

President Trump heads back to North Carolina, one day before voters head to the polls in two special congressional elections. Trump’s trip to Fayetteville is designed to support the campaign of Republican Dan Bishop in the 9th District race. Bishop faces Democrat Dan McCready in a special election resulting from alleged absentee ballot shenanigans involving a contractor for previous Republican candidate Mark Harris. Voters in the 3rd District also head to the polls to choose the successor to the late U.S. Rep. Walter Jones. Rick Henderson, Carolina Journal editor-in-chief, analyzes Trump’s visit and its potential impact on the special elections. As North Carolina considers the possibility of permitting dental therapy in this state, the John Locke Foundation recently hosted an event to focus on the issue. Featured speaker Christy Jo Fogarty is a dental therapist in Minnesota and the first advanced dental therapist in the United States. Fogarty offers ideas to help N.C. policymakers decide whether to pursue dental therapy options in this state. As the state budget impasse continues, legislative leaders are pursuing a plan to offer tax refunds of up to $250 to N.C. taxpayers. State House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate leader Phil Berger recently explained their proposal and its link to North Carolina’s nearly $900 million revenue surplus. Classical liberals play an important role in promoting the virtues and value of the free-market system. John Allison, former head of BB&T bank and former president of the libertarian Cato Institute, delivered that message during the recent annual meeting of the group Classical Liberals in the Carolinas. Some judges and magistrates use computerized risk-assessment tools to determine how to handle criminal defendants before trial. But those tools have come under attack from some high-profile academics. Jon Guze, John Locke Foundation director of legal studies, analyzes the debate and its possible significance in North Carolina.

Republican U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina will not face an easy path to re-election in 2020. While Democrats have not yet lined up a high-profile challenger, retired conservative businessman Garland Tucker recently announced his plan to challenge Tillis in the GOP primary. Rick Henderson, Carolina Journal editor-in-chief, analyzes the current state of the 2020 U.S. Senate race. The recent death of a South Carolina college student helped attract attention to concerns about safety involving Uber, Lyft, and similar ridesharing operations. Some N.C. lawmakers are pushing the Passenger Protection Act to address those concerns. You’ll learn key elements of the proposal. The Read to Achieve program is designed to ensure N.C. public school students read at grade level by third grade. The program has had a rocky start. Senate leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, is leading the effort to improve Read to Achieve. You’ll hear his recommendations. Some N.C. lawmakers want to guarantee that public school students learn about the Holocaust. They’re pushing legislation that would mandate Holocaust instruction in the state’s public schools. Telemedicine’s rising popularity has prompted some policymakers to consider new regulations. Jordan Roberts, John Locke Foundation health care policy analyst, urges caution. Roberts recently prepared a list of telemedicine regulation “do’s and don’ts.”

Gov. Roy Cooper outlined his priorities for the 2019 legislative session during his recent State of the State address. Cooper pushed for Medicaid expansion, a statewide school construction bond, and higher pay for public school teachers. The Democrat Cooper also talked about seeking bipartisan solutions. Becki Gray, John Locke Foundation senior vice president, analyzes Cooper’s remarks and the response from Senate Republican leader Phil Berger. Freedom of religion is the first freedom spelled out in the U.S. Constitution’s Bill of Rights. It’s also the fundamental freedom that faces some of the strongest attacks in today’s America. Ashley McGuire, senior fellow with the Catholic Association, assessed ongoing challenges to religious freedom during a recent presentation at N.C. State University. Besides Gov. Cooper, top N.C. House leaders have expressed interest in a state school construction bond. Leading state senators have put forward an alternative plan. Senate Majority Leader Harry Brown, R-Onslow, recently explained that the Senate plan would devote more money to school construction, available more quickly, and without incurring $1.2 billion in interest payments linked to a bond. Partisans like to bicker over whether Republicans or Democrats are more charitable. Richard Clerkin, director of the Institute for Nonprofits at N.C. State University, looks beyond the partisan spin to focus on the relationship between political competition and charitable giving. Debate over state government’s role in local school construction is likely to take up much of the General Assembly’s time this year. While Cooper and leading House Republicans back a bond, Senate leaders prefer their pay-as-you-go alternative. Terry Stoops, John Locke Foundation vice president for research and director of education studies, weighs pros and cons of the alternative approaches.

School choice takes many different forms in North Carolina. In recent years, state legislators have established Opportunity Scholarship vouchers for students from low-wealth families, a separate grant program for students with special education needs, and education savings accounts. Terry Stoops, John Locke Foundation vice president for research and director of education studies, analyzes each of these programs. Cyberspace might represent the most important battlefield in future conflicts between the United States and its adversaries. During a recent visit to North Carolina, Washington Post staff writer Shane Harris explained how President Trump has approached cyberwarfare differently from his predecessors. Harris analyzes the potential impact of the policy shift. For the first time in his nine years as leader of the N.C. Senate, Phil Berger will not have a Republican supermajority to override a governor’s veto. During the opening day of the new legislative session, Berger explained how the change could affect relations between Senate Republicans and Democrats. Speaking of vetoes, lawmakers voted to override Cooper’s veto of a bill re-establishing separate state elections and ethics oversight boards. During the vote, lawmakers debated the potential impact on investigations of alleged campaign finance violations. Buncombe County voters approved a local sales tax hike in 2011 to address repairs and renovations for their local community college. A recent scandal involving the ousted county manager revealed that the money had been used instead to balance Buncombe’s budget. Joseph Coletti, John Locke Foundation senior fellow, discusses the problem and potential solutions for Buncombe taxpayers.

8 AM Hour 9-17-18 Kimberly Guilfoyle, Vice Chairwoman of America First Action PAC & State Senator Phil Berger, Majority Leader of the North Carolina State SenateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Treasurer Dale Folwell has made headlines in recent weeks. He’s proposed that any new statewide bond package should face a voter referendum. He’s working to help reduce State Health Plan costs. He’s advocating pension reforms related to spiking and government workers convicted of crimes. Rick Henderson, Carolina Journal editor-in-chief, analyzes Folwell’s high-profile activity. No one knows all of the crimes created in North Carolina. Not even the woman who literally wrote the state’s book on criminal law. Jessica Smith, professor of public law and government at the UNC School of Government, says hundreds of crimes are scattered across more than 140 chapters of the N.C. General Statutes. Plus local governments and licensing boards have authority to create even more crimes. Smith explained during a recent presentation for the John Locke Foundation why she’s interested in a complete rewrite of the state criminal code. Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper has called on the Republican-led General Assembly to raise teacher pay. During a recent news conference, Senate leader Phil Berger and House Speaker Tim Moore responded that they’ve already planned average 6.2 percent teacher pay raises for the new budget year that starts in July. Berger and Moore also explained their recent efforts to boost overall education spending. The transition from Barack Obama’s presidential administration to one led by Donald Trump has led to major changes in a number of federal government policies. Scott Bullock, president and general counsel at the Institute for Justice, has been monitoring changes in the federal government’s approach to property rights. Bullock sees some good news from the Trump administration, along with some areas in which Obama’s policy was preferable. The lack of easily accessible medical services serves as no roadblock to the thousands of motorcyclists who head to Graham County every year to tackle the Tail of the Dragon mountain pass. Dan Way, Carolina Journal associate editor, recently offered details about the popular motorcycle route and the connection to local health care challenges.

Domecast, The News & Observer's weekly podcast on government and politics in North Carolina, is ready for the weekend of Aug. 19-20 – and for proposed N.C. House and Senate maps that are expected to be revealed this weekend. After the violence in Charlottesville, Va., and the vandalism of a statue in Durham, Gov. Roy Cooper, Senate leader Phil Berger and other state officials weighed in on what should happen to Confederate monuments on government property and how to interpret a North Carolina bill dealing with drivers who run into protesters. Our reporter panel talks about all of that plus what to expect from the new maps – and what state government is doing to prepare for the solar eclipse on Monday. And the panel picks a Headliner of the Week. Jordan Schrader of The News & Observer hosts, with Will Doran and Andy Specht of the N&O and Colin Campbell of the N.C. Insider. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Marshall joins us to talk about his paper "Eleven Reasons Why Presidential Power Inevitably Expands And Why It Matters". He is currently the Kenan professor of law at UNC-Chapel Hill, and previously served Deputy White House Council and Deputy Assistant to the President of the United States under Clinton. During the intro Marty joins us to talk about the Word of Faith church scandal and Senate Leader Phil Berger (R)'s engineering of "fake news" on his social media pages. NC Senate leader Phil Berger changes news headlines on Facebook posts – violating the site’s policy Prosecutors gone from jobs after AP report on church abuse THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY OUR PATRONS

Domecast, our weekly podcast on government and politics in North Carolina, has posted a new episode focused on the legislature's adjournment and the presidential race in North Carolina. The General Assembly wrapped up its business late Friday night and won't be back until January. We discuss what legislators did – and didn't – get finished in their final days. And host Jordan Schrader of The News & Observer sits down with Senate leader Phil Berger to get his thoughts on this year's short session. Then we'll recap this week's presidential campaign visits from Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump – signs that North Carolina will play a key role in this year's election. We wrap up, as always, with Headliners of the Week. Colin Campbell, Craig Jarvis, Will Doran and Lynn Bonner of The N&O join the panel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The North Carolina Senate passes its budget bill. HBCUs within the UNC-System protested a budget provision that wouldve reduced tuition to $500-per-semester. Carolina Journal's Barry Smith analyzes. Sen. Tom McInnis (R-Scotland County) discusses his proposal to ban the herbal supplement "Kratom." The House passes a new coal ash bill.

Domecast, our weekly podcast on government and politics in North Carolina, is ready for the weekend of May 28-29. Coal ash was back in the news this week as the legislature sparred again with Gov. Pat McCrory over who should control a commission charged with addressing the issue. We also discuss Senate leader Phil Berger's teacher pay plan, which came with a big raise in average teacher salaries but few details about how it will work. And we sort through the Senate's proposal to lower tuition at several public universities to $500. We wrap up, as always, with Headliners of the Week. Colin Campbell of The News & Observer hosts, and Dan Boylan and Pat Gannon of The Insider join the panel with The N&O's Craig Jarvis and Bryan Anderson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Domecast, our weekly podcast that looks at government and politics in North Carolina, is ready for the weekend of Aug. 22-23. This week's show features an interview with Senate leader Phil Berger about state budget negotiations and other issues remaining in the legislative session. Reporters Colin Campbell and Ben Brown discuss progress on a Medicaid overhaul and the 2016 race for superintendent of public instruction. And, as always, we wrap up with our popular Headliners of the Week. Hosted by Andy Curliss of the N&O. The Domecast is available and can be subscribed on iTunes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

State lawmakers look into the implementation of the Read to Achieve Law. Kelly McCullen discusses the issue further with Sen. Phil Berger. Heather Burgiss learns how Chris Dutcher uses his disease to teach children about people with different disabilities. And Catherine Chao gives us a preview of the 35th annual Minority Health Conference.

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