Democrats have narrowly regained their position as North Carolina's largest registered political party surpassing Republicans for the first time since January although unaffiliated voters remain the state's largest overall voting bloc Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation joins the program with the latest mail-in voting numbers showing accepted absentee ballots running below the same point in Meanwhile North Carolina's Local Government Commission has voted to take control of the finances of Ronda and Rowland following ongoing financial management problems Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation discusses new filings before the North Carolina Supreme Court involving Gov Josh Stein [... more]

On this episode of Kingdom Pursuits guest host Bill Mixon welcomes Tim Tsujii Executive Director of the Forsyth County Board of Elections for an informative conversation about how elections are administered and secured in North Carolina Tim explains the responsibilities of local election officials how provisional and absentee ballots are reviewed and the year-round work involved in voter registration poll worker preparation and election management He also addresses common questions about voter identification registration deadlines moving between counties voting machine security and the safeguards used to verify election results Drawing from his own experience as an election judge Bill shares [... more]

North Carolina's election season continues to ramp up with Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation providing his weekly look at absentee voting and voter registration trends across the state Meanwhile former Charlotte City Council member Tiawana Brown has been sentenced to months in federal prison for COVID relief fraud while the Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board voted - to terminate Superintendent Crystal Hill Theresa Opeka of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss Wake County commissioners' - vote approving the proposed Atrium-WakeMed combination which still faces additional regulatory review State Treasurer Brad Briner is criticizing the deal raising concerns about healthcare [... more]

A U S House healthcare hearing in Charlotte examined Medicaid fraud and North Carolina's certificate-of-need laws as lawmakers heard testimony about healthcare costs competition and oversight Meanwhile President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Gastonia while First Lady Melania Trump highlighted resilience and artificial intelligence education during a visit to a North Carolina school Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation joins the program with an update on absentee-by-mail voting as North Carolina moves closer to the November election Plus the State Board of Education is expected to decide in December on a proposed Catawba County school merger See omnystudio [... more]

Nearly North Carolina voters requested absentee ballots during the first week they were available as voting gets underway ahead of the November election Meanwhile the North Carolina DMV is preparing for a statewide rollout of mobile identification even as questions remain over privacy and data security Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss backlash facing a North Carolina House candidate over comments describing an incident as an attack on U S soil Plus new polling shows former Gov Roy Cooper continuing to lead Republican Michael Whatley in North Carolina's U S Senate race See omnystudio com listener [... more]

The North Carolina State Board of Elections has approved new absentee ballot guidance in a - vote as election officials prepare for voting ahead of the November election Meanwhile North Carolina Medicaid and the State Health Plan are taking different approaches to coverage of GLP- medications highlighting the growing debate over costs and access to the popular drugs Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss state Sen Bobby Hanig's retirement from the General Assembly and what his departure means for the legislature See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Phil Berger Jr will not seek reelection to his current seat fueling speculation that he could instead pursue a run for chief justice Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss Berger's announcement and what it could mean for upcoming statewide judicial races Meanwhile NOAA is planning a million rebuild of its historic Beaufort laboratory Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation also breaks down the start of absentee voting in North Carolina as ballots begin going out to voters across the state See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

North Carolina's Hurricane Helene recovery efforts are increasingly focused on addressing affordable housing needs in western communities still rebuilding from the storm Meanwhile the Greenville Police Department has scrapped plans to roll out Flock license plate reader cameras The program also covers the U S House vote to censure North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edwards following a House Ethics Committee report including Edwards' remarks from the House floor Plus the State Board of Elections is considering new absentee ballot guidance after implementation of updated rules was delayed See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

BREAKING The U S Supreme Court has lifted a lower court block on President Trump's Executive order adding new requirements for mail-in voting ruling that Democrat-led states sued before the Postal Service had finalized its regulations The decision allows the Administration's policy to move forward for now as challenges continue in the lower courts The Sekulow team discusses this major Supreme Court ruling the latest election integrity battle the ACLJ's legal work and much more [... more]

North Carolina officials marked a major milestone in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, awarding over $1 billion in grants for water, wastewater, and resilience projects across western North Carolina. Meanwhile, the North Carolina State Board of Elections approved new permanent absentee ballot rules, sparking concerns about election integrity and voter ID requirements. [... more]

Greg Laurie discusses the significance of Jesus' name, exploring its various facets and meanings in Isaiah 9:6. He highlights how Jesus' name is a source of wonder, a counselor, a mighty God, an everlasting Father, and a Prince of Peace, addressing different aspects of human life and needs. Laurie emphasizes the importance of having a personal relationship with God and invites listeners to ask Jesus to come into their lives. [... more]

Moses' encounter with God in Exodus 34 reveals the importance of knowing God's name and experiencing intimacy with Him. This passage sets the stage for understanding God's character and His relationship with humanity, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of faith and the human condition. [... more]

Many people carry a deep-seated wound from their childhood, often referred to as the father wound, which can lead to feelings of insecurity, low self-esteem, and distorted relationships. Kia Stevens shares her personal story of overcoming her own father wound and offers practical tools and guidance on how to identify and heal from this wound, including the importance of forgiveness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and the power of the word of God. [... more]

The Georgia Secretary of State is taking steps to ensure election integrity, including a signature audit and investigating out-of-state voters who requested absentee ballots, with penalties of up to $100,000 and 10 years in prison for those found guilty of voting illegally. [... more]

North Carolinians have multiple methods to vote, including by mail, early voting, and in-person on Election Day. The state has made changes to the elections process, including reducing the witness requirement for absentee ballots and implementing procedures for safe voting during the pandemic. [... more]

The President's power to declare a national emergency and suspend the Constitution has raised concerns about the limits of presidential authority. Experts discuss the secret presidential emergency action documents and their potential impact on constitutional rights and liberties. [... more]