Helpful sources of information
If you want to better understand some of the events and policies unfolding at the state and national level, the following resources may be of use.
https://carolinaforward.org/
An independent, nonprofit, nonpartisan policy organization working for a stronger North Carolina
The North Carolina state government provides this website listing information on all legislation including records of votes, contact information on representatives, and redistricting plans.
https://ncnewsline.com/
NC Newsline is a nonpartisan nonprofit news organization dedicated to fearless reporting and hard-hitting commentary that shines a light on injustice, holds public officials accountable, and helps improve the quality of life for all North Carolinians. You can sign up to receive daily or weekly newsletters, or simply search their website for recent reports.
NC Newsline is a nonpartisan nonprofit news organization dedicated to fearless reporting and hard-hitting commentary that shines a light on injustice, holds public officials accountable, and helps improve the quality of life for all North Carolinians. You can sign up to receive daily or weekly newsletters, or simply search their website for recent reports.
https://carolinaforward.org/
An independent, nonprofit, nonpartisan policy organization working for a stronger North Carolina
An independent, nonprofit newsroom that digs deep into important issues, shining a light on abuses of power and betrayals of public trust. You can sign up for an email newsletter if you are interested.
Propublica's site focusing just on investigations in the South.
The Brennan Center for Justice is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that strives to uphold the values of democracy, equal justice, and the rule of law and to advance reforms to make American democracy work for all.
The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit organization that conducts in-depth, nonpartisan research to improve policy and governance at local, national, and global levels.
The Kaiser Family Foundation gathers policy research, polling, and journalism on national health issues to be a counterweight to health care's vested interests and a voice for people.
The National Council of State Legislatures provides resources to legislative staff and works to support the effectiveness, independence, and integrity of legislatures.
The Southern Poverty Law Center works in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people.
The ACLU today is the nation's largest public interest law firm, with a 50-state network of staffed, autonomous affiliate offices. It is non-profit and non-partisan.
Watauga County resident Jerry Williamson's salty blog monitoring state and local politics provides insight, links, and commentary not usually available elsewhere.
The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. A helpful substitute if you need to take a break from formerly reliable U.S. newspapers.
El Pueblo is working to improve the living conditions of Latine immigrants in North Carolina by advocating for fair laws and policies that create positive change for our community.
The NC Bill Tracker provided by the Sunshine Center of the North Carolina Open Government Coalition tracks state-level legislative activity related to government transparency, freedom of information, access to records, and open meetings.
Sharon Hurley Hall provides this website/newsletter with insights into how to fight racism.
Surprisingly relevant source of information listing top ten signs of an unsafe group versus a safe group.
Media critic and activist Parker Molloy recommends and shares John Oliver's thoughtful and well-researched report on transgender athletes.
Media Matters for America monitors, analyzes, and corrects conservative misinformation in U.S. media.
Wired magazine provided a list of websites and information that track the impact of this Republican Administration on civil liberties. We list those below as well.
Americans for Public Service provides this map of all major changes to government services, including budget cuts, mass firings, lease terminations, etcetera.
A map of people disappeared by ICE.
People of conscience bearing witness to the horrors of detention, including tracking ICE flights.
A careful tracking of the changes the Republican Administration is making to regulations and federal policies, much that lies under the radar but inflicts significant and lasting harm on our people.
Websites tracking lawsuits against this Republican Administration
Lawfare and Just Security both track the lawsuits filed against this lawless administration. https://www.lawfaremedia.org/projects-series/trials-of-the-trump-administration/tracking-trump-administration-litigation and https://www.justsecurity.org/107087/tracker-litigation-legal-challenges-trump-administration/
Public Media
In addition to its wide array of podcasts and radio broadcasts, much of National Public Radio's reporting can be found on its main website.
PBS Newshour (online or on Public Television) provides in-depth, insightful coverage of critical issues.
We may update this list with more resources in the future.