“I don’t think Henderson County needs him any more than Buncombe County did.”
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Letter: Wells supports broadband access for all
“To strengthen our community, support our citizens and increase employment opportunities, vote for Terri Wells.”
After the end: WNC prepares for extended election process
The period between the closing of polls on Tuesday, Nov. 3, and the official declaration of results on Friday, Nov. 13, has already become the subject of intense legal debate. But local elections officials stress they’re doing everything possible to ensure that all eligible votes will be counted accurately.
Letter: Wondering about Cawthorn
“Why would young Mr. Cawthorn proudly display photos of himself at Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest?”
Last call for election letters
For your best shot at having your locally focused letter to the editor publish in Xpress before Election Day, please submit your missive by the end of the day Tuesday, Oct. 20.
Letter: Put trust in Davis’ experience and maturity
“Let’s send someone to Congress whose career reflects significant education, training, relevant work experience — and maturity.”
City Council candidates talk zoning, land use
Zoning may not deliver the same zing as other hot-button issues in a competitive election cycle, but it’s among the most crucial discussions Asheville leaders and residents face as the city grows. Each candidate has different ideas about what to do first.
2020 General Election Voter Guide
In preparation for the general election of Tuesday, Nov. 3, Xpress sent questions to all candidates in contested races representing Buncombe County voters. Responses from candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives, N.C. General Assembly, Buncombe County-level races and Asheville City Council are all collected here.
Letter: We can depend on Wells
“If you vote for Terri Wells for county commissioner of District 1, you can expect an honest and hardworking person for your commissioner.”
Letter: Time to vote a straight Democratic ticket this year
“You see, it’s not enough to vote Trump out. We must vote out his enablers in Congress and state governments.”
2020 General Voter Guide: U.S. House of Representatives District 11
Candidates in the 2020 general election for North Carolina’s U.S. House of Representatives District 11 seat give their answers for the Mountain Xpress voter guide.
From NC Health News: How do you vote if you live in a nursing home? It can be complicated.
An octogenarian’s story shows the many obstacles to voting in long-term care facilities in 2020.
2020 General Voter Guide: Voting FAQs
Xpress answers common questions about voting in the 2020 general election, including where to find your sample ballot, how to vote by mail and if identification is required at the polls.
Letter: Wells has skills, values needed for county government
“A vote for Terri is a vote for family farms, for education and for thriving rural communities!”
Letter: Wells has unwavering commitment to community
“I have no doubt that she will bring her fair-minded dedication to this position, benefiting the whole community.”
Black Mountain candidates share visions for town
This year’s contest to fill three seats on the town’s nonpartisan Board of Aldermen initially drew nine candidates, a field that has since dwindled to six. Four of those candidates participated in a Sept. 21 candidate forum hosted through Zoom by Indivisible Black Mountain.
Letter: Protections make sure your vote is secure
“Much effort has been put into making sure our elections are fair and secure. Please vote.”
Letter: Roney advocates to make city more equitable
“She … stands in solidarity with the intergenerational leadership of Black Asheville Demands, calling for divestment from police and reinvestment in the Black community.”
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With the contest for Asheville City Council taking place for the first time alongside a presidential election, the risk of local issues getting lost in the shuffle has grown. Add in a pandemic, misinformation spreading on social media and questions about the security and validity of election results — clearly, our independent and free local election coverage is more important than ever before.
COVID-19 campaigning divides local candidates along partisan lines
Many Republican candidates have continued to build voter support through traditional in-person campaign events such as rallies and fundraising concerts. In contrast, Democrats have largely relied on virtual efforts such as phone banking or Zoom calls, eschewing big events out of concern they might encourage spread of the coronavirus.
Letter: Wells brings people together
“The attraction of the candidacy of Terri Wells for county commissioner is that of a person who realizes our immediate goals must be the same as our long-view goals: goals for the common good.”