Voting & Democracy

A Late Presidential Primary Means N.C. Left Out
Commentary By Chris Heagarty
While other states rush to the front of the line when it comes to presidential primaries, North Carolina is left behind.

Reining in 'Robo-Calls'
Is it time to clamp down on the stream of campaign-related phone calls?

Rock Bottom: N.C. Saw Record-Low Turnout in '06
Whether it was the steady rainfall or a drought of high-profile races, Tar Heel voter turnout hit new lows at the polls in 2006.