North Carolina: "Tar Heel Flip"
Summary
In this episode of Long Play, hosts explore North Carolina’s shifting political landscape, featuring singer-songwriter Jason Isbell on music and common ground. They examine the rise of unaffiliated voters, Hurricane Helene’s impact, and Republican legislative tactics like gerrymandering. The discussion highlights Senator Roy Cooper’s campaign, which focuses on affordability over culture wars to appeal to frustrated, independent voters in this critical battleground state.
Topics discussed
Introduction to Long Play series and North Carolina episode
Jason Isbell on Southern culture and finding common ground
The rise of unaffiliated voters in North Carolina
Hurricane Helene's impact and Jamie Ager's campaign
Gerrymandering and Republican consolidation of power
Roy Cooper's Senate race: Cost of living vs. culture wars
Series trailer and call to action
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