“He’s supposed to be running to represent us, not Trump, and has zero knowledge of the needs of the people of Western North Carolina.”
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Letter: Move needle back to moderate with Davis
“We do not need another extreme-right politician to further these misguided policies.”
Letter: Cawthorn’s comments raise troubling questions
“But his visit to Berchtesgaden and his comments there raise troubling questions that he has failed to answer.”
Letter: Wells offers proven leadership for county
“She advocates for environmental stewardship, equity and inclusion, public education and rural broadband.”
Letter: Climate change must be addressed for WNC farmers
“Without a direct and unflinching acknowledgment of the climate crisis, we cannot ensure the future of North Carolina agriculture.”
Buncombe County Election Services gears up for 2020 voting crunch
With fewer than seven weeks left until Election Day, the team at Buncombe County Election Services is prepared to ensure that every county resident can vote safely and securely.
Letter: Be aware of what your meat purchase supports
“Many who avoid clothing made in sweatshops and who buy Equal Exchange coffee and chocolate may be unaware what they are supporting when they purchase meat.”
Letter: Wadsworth would put conservation first
“She is a breath of fresh air for our state, clearly up to facing our fiercest challenges.”
Letter: Davis will bring honesty and integrity to Congress
“[T]he residents of the 11th District deserve someone who will put the integrity of the U.S. Constitution and the interests of the people of Western North Carolina first.”
Letter: Vote for candidates who take virus seriously
“We as citizens expect and deserve better of our elected officials.”
From CPP: Casting a North Carolina vote in 2020, an FAQ
Pandemic conditions, rumors about problems with mail-in voting, how to get a ballot, how soon to send it in, confusion about photo ID rules and many other concerns addressed in this NC voting in 2020 FAQ.
Letter: Davis would serve WNC well in Congress
“I was impressed with his expertise and experience and felt that he would serve Western North Carolina in Washington very well.”
Letter: Events that haunt us forever
“Today, we’re living a lingering tragedy from a viral pathogen. There are things we can do to save ourselves and those around us.”
Letter: Let’s work for meaningful police reform
“Let’s keep an open mind and work toward a multilayered solution that benefits all of our communities through meaningful reform and doesn’t pander to the status quo.”
Letter: Caskey works to recruit higher-paying jobs
“Brian Caskey, Democratic candidate for the Senate’s 48th District, is part of the Mills River team working to bring higher-paying jobs to our area.”
Letter: Edney can help steer NC in right direction
“Sam is a deeply thoughtful and knowledgeable person with humanistic values who can help steer North Carolina in the right direction for its citizens to thrive.”
WNC primary elections 2020 live coverage
Watch this space for the latest 2020 primary election results for Western North Carolina and commentary from the Mountain Xpress news team. The post will be updated regularly throughout the evening.
Letter: Rethink ‘Xpress’ voter guide, timing
“Again, I appreciate you providing this information, but I urge you to compile all of this information in one issue and have it available shortly before early voting starts for the upcoming general election in November.”
Letter: Wells has deep roots and a broad vision
“Terri has a great commitment to this community and will serve us well as our commissioner.”
Letter: Davis has demonstrated integrity, patriotism
“Mr. Davis, a retired Air Force colonel with numerous military honors, demonstrated his integrity as well as his patriotism when he resigned his position as chief prosecutor at Guantanamo rather than agree to use torture-based evidence.”
Letter: Wells will serve county with integrity
“Based on my many experiences collaborating and working with her, I can say without a doubt that Terri is someone we can all trust to sit at the table with integrity.”