Our Digital Messages This Week 👇

Run for Office 🏃‍➡️ 🏢

Thinking about making a difference? This is your sign!

Filing is open for municipalities across our state — and we need Democrats like you to step up, speak out, and lead. From now until July 18th at noon, everyday folks have the chance to become local champions for justice, progress, and real community change. Because real, lasting change doesn’t always start in Washington — it starts right here at home. In our towns, our schools, our counties. These races shape our schools, our streets, our public safety, and our future. Find more information at your county’s board of elections here.

We get it — running for office might sound a little scary. But you’re not doing it alone. The North Carolina Democratic Party and our Democratic communities are here to support you, uplift your voice, and help turn your passion into action. So if you’ve ever asked, “Why doesn’t someone do something?” — maybe that someone is you. Maybe it’s someone in your life or community who just needs a little encouragement.

Let’s fill the ballot with Democrats ready to fight for working families, protect our freedoms, and make sure every community is heard. The deadline is coming fast. Let’s get to it.

Shame 🫠

Every. Single. North Carolina Republican. In the U.S. House voted for the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill”—a billionaire-backed disaster that rips Medicaid away from over 650,000 North Carolinians, jacks up our energy bills by 18%, and yanks food assistance from kids and families who need it most.

All that pain—just to give Donald Trump and his mega-donors another tax break. These Republicans should be ashamed. However, you and I both know, they’re not. They’re busy celebrating on social media, grinning about the damage they just did to the folks who make this state great.

While the shameless Republicans celebrate, we’re organizing and we’re coming for their seats. We the people, are ready to send a big, beautiful, blue wave crashing through the House in 2026.

If you or someone you know is being impacted by the cruel cuts to Medicaid or SNAP, we want to hear from you. Real stories matter—and your voice could help hold these shameless Republicans accountable. Email us at digital@ncdp.org.

Tariff Tantrum 🤬

Donald is back on his tariff rollercoaster — tariffs on, tariffs off, repeat — and folks, the only thing he’s making great again is global confusion. This isn’t the “Art of the Deal,” it’s chaos in a red hat. A guessing game that’s tanked our markets, rattled small businesses, and torched trust with our allies.

As one of his self-imposed “deadlines” loomed, Trump fired off a batch of “strongly worded” trade letters to our global partners. Honestly? We’re shocked they weren’t written in crayon. He made America sound less like a global leader and more like a playground bully. Let’s not pretend this is new. Trump has never cared about farmers or working families. He doesn’t understand the value of diplomacy — only create chaos to grab more power for himself.

North Carolina can’t afford another round of his economic whiplash. In 2026 and beyond, we need leaders who understand trade, value stability, and have the backbone to stand up to Donald’s tariff tantrums.

Twenty Thousand Jobs 💰

That’s a wrap for this week’s messaging!

We encourage you to take the content from this week’s package and share it across your socials. Remember, your digital voice has the power to start a movement!

See y’all on the internet!

—NCDP Digital

Stories To Boost:

The News & Observer: NC Republicans voted for Medicaid, SNAP cuts that will hurt their own districts most

Sample Social Post: 

They may not feel shame — but they will feel consequences. In 2026, we hold them accountable. Every. Single. One https://www.newsobserver.com/opinion/article310209185.html

Upcoming:

July 12: Women of Color Leadership Forum

Hosted by Dr. Kimberly Hardy, this special event celebrates and uplifts women of color leaders in North Carolina. We’ll be joined by special guest speaker April Ryan!

July 15: Town Hall w/ Beto O’Rourke

Big news! Beto O’Rourke is coming to North Carolina!

He is teaming up with the North Carolina Democrats and the Mecklenburg Democrats for a public town hall meeting in Charlotte on Tuesday, July 15th at 6:30 PM. Ask Beto your questions and join your neighbors in a conversation about what’s happening in this state and our country.

July 26th: Unity Dinner

 Join the North Carolina Democrats, Governor Roy Cooper, and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker inRaleigh for our annual Unity Dinner! Let’s unite, let’s celebrate, and let’s move forward together. Tickets are going fast, grab yours today!

Rural Tour

The North Carolina Democratic Party is on TOUR! Hosted by NCDP Chair Anderson Clayton, the Rural Tour brings statewide Democratic candidates and elected officials to every stop to allow folks across our state to meet and discuss issues directly with the Party! Don’t miss this opportunity to engage directly with these Democratic leaders and special guests. Click here to find a location near you!