If you follow #redistricting in #ncpol (specifically, in the #ncga), you've come across reference to the "Stephenson" county clustering rule @mapblake.bsky.social's resource is the best explainer I've seen of how this process works. It's still here & free. For now. As Marc Maron would say--do it up

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“I had the privilege of meeting April Montgomery and seeing firsthand her integrity, vision, and commitment to her community. The Forward Party is proud to endorse her, and I look forward to what she’ll bring to public service.” -- Andrew Yang www.ncforwardparty.com/april_montgo...

Join us in ONE HOUR! Why? Carrie Anne has the scoop. Check it out. And then: fwd.party/eoot

nadequate child care funding creates a harmful ripple effect across North Carolina’s economy and well-being. It’s time for #NCGA leaders to prioritize child care funding in our state budget. #LoveNCFundNC

I never thought I see the day Republicans turn on 2A. #Justice4AlexPretti

Carrie Anne, our Head of Volunteer Programs, wants you to know why you should join her for the new Recruitment Challenge this Monday. And why it’s important. And how fun it’ll be. (Like how you can buy merch using only points!) Watch her message and sign up here: fwd.party/rc26

This made me laugh.

I see where this meme is going, and it is fairly accurate, but I would say there has been crossover of kinds in late modernist thinking. For instance, Husserl’s work in phenomenology took him to eidetic reduction, which essentially holds intuition as foundational to knowledge.

From the start, America chose debate over silence. Our Founders showed us that open discussion leads to progress. It’s time for independent voters in NC to join the conversation! 🗣️✨ #ProudToBeAnAmerican #NCVoters

We've heard it this week from voters: “I support what you’re doing, but I’m afraid voting Forward helps the extremes.” This fear stems from winner-take-all elections. Instant Runoff Elections can change that by allowing ranked choices! 🗳️ Let's push for meaningful election reform! #ElectionReform

Republicans may have a slight edge in NC voter registration, but the real headline is the rise of unaffiliated voters—39% and growing! This isn’t apathy; it’s a call for change. Let’s listen and lead! 💪🗳️ #NCPolitics #VoterVoice #ChangeIsComing

Being American means embracing our differences. The Constitution encourages debate and compromise, shaping our democracy. In NC, independent voters hold the power to decide our future. Let’s celebrate this spirit! 🇺🇸 #ProudToBeAnAmerican #NCVoters

Evan Hess joined the Arrington Gavin Show for a deep dive into leadership and civic responsibility. 🤝 It's time to prioritize accountability and put country over party. 🇺🇸 Tune in for a healthy democracy! 🎧 www.youtube.com/watch #NCVoters #ForwardParty #CountryOverParty

Grateful for the inspiring ideas and leadership at the NC Forward Party Leadership Meeting! Excited about ballot access in 2026 and supporting Forward-aligned candidates in 2025. Special thanks to April Montgomery for her strong leadership! 🙌 #NCVoters www.aprilmontgomeryfornc.com/sign

Day #2 at the Gun Show has been very successful. Ton of signatures. Best moment of the day was speaking to the Vendor next to us…He asked “what are you here for?” We said, “working to strengthen our democracy.” He patted the guns he had for sale and said “So am I.”

I saw this and, as someone that is both European and American, I think it is appropriate to stand with Greenland on this one.

Pretty much

On the eve of #MLKDay, let’s remember the power of unity and peace. www.ncforwardparty.com/the_importan...

This is always wild to think about…

BIG NEWS! We are excited to announce the launch of our new Podcast, It's Up to Us! The new series will focus on democracy reform, the independent movement, and what we can do to fix a broken system. The first episode launches... NOW!

We would like to welcome you to Welcome Team training! Tonight! To feel welcome: home.forwardparty.com/welcome_team...

Part 1 of 2: Lindsey Drath on @msnownews.bsky.social. At a time when 45% of Americans are now registered as independent, it's more important than ever to focus on reforms that make our democracy healthy.

The 2026 primaries officially kick-off Monday when #ncpol county boards of elections begin sending mail ballots to people who have requested one. Primary elections come first in NC, AR, & TX. 👀 📊 ⬇️ www.ncsl.org/elections-an...

Exactly.

My article published in the Carolina Journal on the opportunities and challenges data centers bring to the local economy. www.carolinajournal.com/opinion/ai-d...

This was great whoever did this lol

Accurate lol

Unemployment rates higher in 275 metro areas over the year ended September 2025 #BLSData www.bls.gov/opub/ted/202...

"He who does not bellow the truth when he knows the truth makes himself the accomplice of liars and forgers." - Charles Peguy, poet and essayist (7 Jan 1873-1914)

The signs are everywhere: It's time to lower the temperature, find common ground, and build a system that hears and responds to voters and communities. www.forwardparty.com

Happy New Year! 🎊🎆

“Wonder is the beginning of wisdom.” ― Socrates

Mathematics, rightly viewed, possesses not only truth, but supreme beauty - a beauty cold and austere, like that of sculpture. - Bertrand Russell

We actively building a more responsive political system with new options for voters in many states across the country—with more to come! Join us: home.forwardparty.com/volunteer_fi...

It should be noted about the increase in GDP: - Tariff revenue goes to the federal government - GDP was fueled by an increase in consumer spending, exports, and government spending - Imports (a subtraction in the calculation of GDP) decreased

Researchers want firms to be more transparent about the energy costs of artificial intelligence go.nature.com/4iVwl89

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." -Margaret Mead, anthropologist (16 Dec 1901-1978)

Helping to get a new political party created. Consider doing the same.

For the times they are a-changin'

Coming up: What does it mean to be an outsider in Shakespeare's plays? Ray and guest-host @adriandaub.bsky.social ask David Sterling Brown from @trinitycollege.bsky.social, author of "Shakespeare’s White Others" – Sunday 11 am on KALW 91.7 FM in San Francisco & www.kalw.org/show/philoso.... #PhilSky

Federal Reserve lowers interest rates for the third time in a row, marking a continued effort to keep the labor market intact https://cnn.it/3MT6pOv

Online grocery delivery service Instacart used AI to charge different prices for the same item, up to 20% more for different shoppers, a new report says. https://cnn.it/3KUP0ED

"Control of Georgetown City Council has shifted between Republican and Democrats over the past four years... "Jay Doyle was elected last month after running as a candidate of the Forward Party." This is how you build democracy. Check it out. coastalobserver.com/third-party-...

"Girls Who Code" clubs will launch in 10 rural counties across North Carolina. The program aims to help girls learn about jobs in the technology and science industry. www.wunc.org/term/news/20...