Here’s what were covering this week!👇

Flipping the Script

Around 200,000 more Democrats voted in the Senate primary than Republicans did. For reference, in 2022, Republicans out-voted Democrats by over 140,000. We’re building momentum and enthusiasm around the most important Senate race in the country, and that turnout gives us a lot to look forward to.

Democrats spoke loud and clear at the ballot box last week to show that they want Governor Stein’s veto to mean something. Because of your organizing in the primaries, North Carolina Dems have built a stronger blue wall to fortify our governor’s veto and prevent harmful legislation from passing through the General Assembly. Democrats showed an overwhelming preference for candidates who promised to stand up for our values in Raleigh, allowing Democrats to serve as a true check on GOP power-grabs in the capital.

Democrats sent a strong slate of Democratic candidates forward to the general election, including Jamie Ager running for the 11th congressional district—a DCCC target race where we’re going to push hard for a red-to-blue flip to defeat Chuck Edwards.

Chaos at the Capitol

Governor Stein’s Critical Needs Budget takes common sense steps to address some of the largest problems caused by Republicans inability to pass a budget  like ensuring access to health care, investing in quality education for our children, and keeping people safe. North Carolina teachers and law enforcement officers are some of the most underpaid in the country, leading to chronic vacancies and a backlog of staffing problems. Political infighting has prevented North Carolina from filling budget  gaps and harmed our state’s ability to  recruit  and retain public safety officials and teachers.

Governor’s Steins budget addresses all of those needs—and whatever the Republicans come up with will not.

The Republican-majority General Assembly has still failed to pass a budget that is now over 200 days overdue. Because of their inaction, Medicaid was left underfunded threatening its future. Enacting the Governor’s budget request will secure Medicaid’s future and ensure that the millions of North Carolinians that rely on Medicaid don’t have their care put at risk.

The Cost of War

Every major poll since the initial air strikes has shown that Americans disapprove of  Trump’s war in Iran. Trump ran as a pro-peace, America First candidate, yet now he’s openly admitting that his war with Iran doesn’t have an end date and could ultimately change little.

Stocks are plunging, oil prices have spiked to over $100, and according to AAA, the average price for a gallon of gasoline has risen to $3.48 nationwide — a nearly 17% increase since the first strikes on Iran on Feb. 28. The cost of the first week of Trump’s war in Iran is an estimated $6 billion — enough to cover a full year of health care for 660,000 Medicaid enrollees.

Democrats are demanding answers from Donald Trump as to why he launched the largest military operation since the 2003 invasion of Iraq. Last week, Democrats in the Senate and House voted on War Powers Resolutions to put Republicans on record supporting this reckless war.

Ready to Vote

This April, we’re knocking doors to connect with voters who may need to take action now to ensure they can cast a regular ballot in November’s election. The people we’re talking to will include voters who have received letters from the NC Board of Elections about their voter registration, among others.

First, join us for our Zoom launch on March 31 to learn more about the North Carolina Democratic Party’s “Ready to Vote” initiative. We’ll walk through why this work matters, who we’ll be reaching, and how you can help make sure every voter is prepared and empowered to vote successfully this fall.

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

Now it’s your turn! Download the graphics below, copy our captions, and get the message out! Whether you’re lighting up the group chat or sharing it on your timeline, your voice is what actually moves the needle!

See y’all on the internet!

—NCDP Digital

Click here to get this week’s graphics!

Stories To Boost:

WCNC: Only one state has gas below $3 per gallon, as prices jump across the U.S.

Sample Social Post:

Your tank is on E and Michael Whatley’s campaign account is on Full. ⛽️

He’s got his payout. We’ve got the bill. Send this to someone who’s tired of paying it.

Upcoming:

Ready to Vote: A Voter Protection Initiative | March 31 6-7 PM

This April, we’re knocking doors to connect with voters who may need to take action now to ensure they can cast a regular ballot in November’s election. The people we’re talking to will include voters who have received letters from the NC Board of Elections about their voter registration, among others.

Become an Anytime Canvasser for Anita Earls: Field Team Justice | Multiple Days

Field Team Justice is NCDP’s network of grassroots volunteers dedicated to electing Justice Anita Earls and our Court of Appeals candidates next year.

We’re launching our Anytime/Anywhere Canvassing program—an easy, flexible way to help voters learn about our judicial candidates. We’re putting powerful tools in your hands so you can grow this movement right from your own neighborhood.

Registration Repair: Door Knocking | Multiple Days In February

This canvass is our chance to protect democracy at the door. Thousands of North Carolinians are on the NC Board of Elections “Registration Repair” list simply because their voter registration is missing an ID number. You’ll have powerful one-on-one conversations that clear up confusion, walk your neighbors through their options, and make sure voters’ voices are heard. This is a statewide, self-scheduled canvass!