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Election 2024: Voters to decide on citizen’s only constitutional amendment | North Carolina
SUMMARY: North Carolina voters will decide on the North Carolina Citizenship Requirement Amendment, which aims to restrict voting to U.S. citizens by changing the state constitution’s language. This measure, the only ballot initiative for the upcoming election, reflects ongoing national discussions regarding noncitizen voting. Republicans advocate for the amendment to secure election integrity, while Democrats argue it undermines voting rights and is unnecessary, citing existing federal laws against noncitizen voting. A simple majority is needed for the amendment’s passage, with significant partisan division over its implications.
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Triangle healthcare workers provide aid, comfort in western NC
SUMMARY: Megan McCormack, an emergency nurse, recently spent four days in Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helen, which caused significant devastation and left many in need of medical assistance. Patients arrived without oxygen, medications lost or damaged, seeking urgent care. Despite communication challenges and gaps in resources, hundreds of healthcare workers, including those from Wake Med and Duke Health, are responding to the crisis. Many volunteers are eager to help, ensuring patients receive necessary support. McCormack expresses concern for the upcoming colder weather and the ongoing healthcare access challenges facing affected communities as they begin to rebuild.
“It’s just hard to wrap your head around what a natural disaster can do in such a short time to such a large amount of people.”
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North Carolina lawmakers returning to pass Helene aid package | North Carolina
SUMMARY: North Carolina lawmakers will return to Raleigh to pass legislation providing aid and addressing legalities following the devastating flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. The hurricane made landfall on September 26, causing catastrophic flooding in six states, with 72 deaths reported in Buncombe County alone. Over 249,000 people in North Carolina remain without power, and recovery efforts are ongoing. Local officials emphasize the need for federal support in disaster relief. Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler appeals for fencing supplies, as agriculture, the state‘s largest industry, faces significant damage. The storm is now among the deadliest hurricanes in recent history, exceeding fatalities from Sandy and Diane.
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Seven polls, three distinct top issues for North Carolina voters | North Carolina
SUMMARY: Voter concerns in North Carolina are strongly centered on economic issues, with topics like the economy, jobs, and inflation consistently leading polls. Immigration and abortion follow closely in importance. Recent surveys involving over 6,700 likely voters show varied responses on critical issues, but voters’ financial concerns dominate. While issues like healthcare, education, and democracy also make appearances, they rank lower, often shifted by recent legislative actions. The data reveals that while contentious topics like critical race theory and student loans received less attention, economic stability remains the primary focus for voters as the election cycle progresses.
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