Nelda Holder

The Republican majority in both the NC Senate and House continues to choose inaction on gun control legislation.

Early Voting takes place around Buncombe County through May 14.

Students are being denied their right to a sound, basic education because of inadequate school funding.

The NC Supreme Court declined to delay the use of these maps, leaving the state primary date of May 17 on the calendar.

The congressional and legislative maps adopted by the NC General Assembly are unconstitutional beyond a reasonable doubt under the free elections clause.

If you want to be involved in the future of this society and the longevity of this planet that hosts us for the time being, my New Year’s advice is this: READ.

I was just out of high school when Governor Terry Sanford was lobbying for and creating the Research Triangle Park. There was a generosity of spirit stirring advancement in education, job opportunities, and social equity. I remember the period as one of dignity and aspiration for North Carolinians.

“Once again, state redistricting leaders have failed North Carolinians by redrawing voting districts for political gain and depriving voters of color of their constitutional rights to fair political representation,” declared Allison Riggs.

It’s that time of year again, when scary things happen. It’s not as though the earlier part of this year has been a piece of cake.

“We may not all be under the same banner, but we’re in the same battle.

Legislative News by Nelda Holder – I keep thinking there needs to be a grading

Legislative News by Nelda Holder – It’s August. More precisely, it’s August of 2021. And