There are many among us who are complaining that our citizens are either incapable or unable to get a voter identification card. I believe those who are saying no to the voter identification bill are short-changing the knowledge and abilities of our citizenry who elected our public officials. If they are incapable of getting a […]
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A few thoughts on the beginning of early voting
A citizen votes. Always.
In pursuit of liberty
From my point of view, all legislators, City Council members and [Buncombe] county commissioners are merely employees of The People, since we hire them (by voting) and pay their salaries (through taxes). This is the perspective from which I evaluate information on, about or from anyone political. Much of the political commentary I read in […]
Proposed ID policy threatens voter participation
Do you have a driver’s license or another form of photo identification? If not, you may be in for a rude awakening next election. North Carolina state representatives have proposed changes to House Bill 351 that would require all those voting in person to present a government-issued photo ID or other form of photo identification. […]
GOP is worried about votes of the living, not the dead
So the Republicans are back in control of the North Carolina General Assembly and immediately they began to speak in code. The most egregious local example was an interview in the Jan.19 Mountain Xpress, "Front Row Seats: A New Start for N.C.'s Grand Old Party.” Former Buncombe Republican chair Bill Keller's first advice to the […]
Local GOP should focus on identifying voters’ concerns
In your Jan. 19 [article] “Front Row Seats,” I read about [former GOP chairman] George Keller. I was astounded by his top two priorities: To require photo identification for voting and to work on redistricting. He stated he was embarrassed about “the division of this state.” I agree he should be embarrassed, but the embarrassment […]
Edgy Mama: Voting with kids, the real mavericks
I love taking my kids to vote with me. It’s the time in my life when I feel most American — when I’m a small but possibly significant cog in the slow-turning wheel of democracy. And I want to share that feeling of historic significance with my kids.
Early voting hours extended to 5 p.m. Saturday
Due to record voter turnout, the Buncombe County Board of Elections has extended voting hours on the final day of the early voting period. Voters can now register and cast a ballot at the 15 early voting locations until 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1.
Buncombe Board of Elections dismisses GOP complaints in 2-1 vote
Citing a lack of evidence, the Buncombe County Board of Elections voted 2-1 in a tense meeting this afternoon to dismiss complaints by the Buncombe County Republican Party that election law was violated when James Taylor concert tickets were given away at three polling locations.
Buncombe County GOP alleges election violations
The Buncombe County Republican Party will submit complaints alleging that election law was violated when James Taylor concert tickets were given away “at several polling locations,” according to a statement issued this afternoon.
Need a reason to vote?
Early voting is underway, and if you’re looking for a reason to get out and cast a ballot, here are a few suggestions.
Questions about voting? Ask now!
Before you journey to the polls — during the Early Voting period over the next two weeks or on the Nov. 4 General Election Day — what information would you like to have about the voting process? Ask us here, and we’ll share the answers with everyone.
Who you gonna call when they threaten your vote?
Citing a campaign “robo” call being made to black neighborhoods in North Carolina, Democracy North Carolina, a nonpartisan election-reform organization, is advertising a toll-free hotline for voter-intimidation complaints.
Get ready, get set — vote!
Large turnouts expected in North Carolina for early voting dates and May 6 primary
The 411 on late voter registration
N.C. primary voter-registration deadline looms — but there’s another way into the voting booth.