As a growing state fragmented between red and blue, North Carolina is a looking glass of broader trends in American politics, and must be closely watched to understand the future of the United States. Over the next few months, this column will spotlight the forces that are shaping North Carolina’s political landscape.
In 2020, Ricky Hurtado was the first Latinx Democrat to be elected to the North Carolina General Assembly. Outside of politics, Hurtado is a professor at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and co-founder of LatinxEd, an education initiative helping first-generation college students and immigrant families break down barriers to higher education.
— Robin Huang and Kelvin Doe
Read MoreSurrounded by controversy, Cawthorn’s meteoric rise signals the enduring nature of Trumpism in the GOP beyond President Trump.
— Robin Huang
While COVID-19 has ravaged the American South, North Carolina has stuck out in this group for its effective handling of the pandemic. With the combination of effective executive leadership and guidance from public health officials, North Carolina has been viewed as a regional leader in COVID-19 response.
— Robin Huang
Read MoreNorth Carolina is a looking glass of broader trends in American politics, and must be closely watched to understand the future of the United States. From shifting demographics to bitterly-fought political battles, North Carolina deserves our attention.
— Robin Huang
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