Center for North Carolina Politics & Public Service at Catawba College in Salisbury, NC. Dr. Michael Bitzer, director (bowtiepolitics.bsky.social)https://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mrn2y5x7j226Who Will Show Up in North Carolina’s 2026 Midterms? June's Survey Points to a Potential Turnout Gap Republican enthusiasm has slipped since March, while Democrats appear increasingly certain they will vote--but will that last to November? #ncpol https://ncpoliticscenter.substack.com/p/who-will-show-up-in-north-carolinas27 Jul 2026 14:06 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrn2y5x7j226https://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mrhxd7szx22aYou can find the analysis about NCians’ “pain at the pump” at: https://substack.com/@ncpoliticscenter/note/p-208248512?r=63sbwn&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action #ncpol [contains quote post or other embedded content]25 Jul 2026 13:18 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrhxd7szx22ahttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mrfmplowsc2pThe Pump Is Becoming a Political Pressure Point in North Carolina Gasoline is something voters experience every time they fill up. In a campaign increasingly defined by affordability, that everyday experience could have political consequences. #ncpol https://ncpoliticscenter.substack.com/p/the-pump-is-becoming-a-political?r=63sbwn24 Jul 2026 15:02 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrfmplowsc2phttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mr43pi4zm22vGreat to see The Winthrop Poll now on Substack--give them a follow for all things #scpol: https://winthroppoll.substack.com/p/what-is-the-winthrop-poll20 Jul 2026 20:04 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr43pi4zm22vhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mqmuqaro7k2u¿Habrá violencia política antes de las elecciones? Esto opinan los votantes de Carolina del Norte https://enlacelatinonc.org/habra-violencia-politica-antes-de-las-elecciones-esto-opinan-los-votantes-de-carolina-del-norte/14 Jul 2026 18:49 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqmuqaro7k2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mqerh7snds2dGreat to welcome the premier South Carolina polling organization, the Winthrop Poll, to Substack! #scpol winthroppoll.substack.com?r=63sbwn&utm... https://winthroppoll.substack.com/?r=63sbwn&utm_campaign=subscribe-page-share-screen&utm_medium=web11 Jul 2026 13:29 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqerh7snds2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mqcdfuolis2dFYI: latest newsletter was just sent out to Center members. You can subscribe for this newsletter at: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Catawba-YouGov-Survey-Reveals--Confidence-in-Elections-Despite-Concerns.html?soid=1142074306963&aid=Ev0CkhFNanw10 Jul 2026 14:13 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqcdfuolis2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mq7tsfqjx22qMost North Carolinians Expect Political Violence Before the Election But Reject Candidates Who Violate Democratic & Electoral Principles Most express broad concern about political violence, yet remain confident elections will occur as scheduled #ncpol https://ncpoliticscenter.substack.com/p/most-north-carolinians-expect-political09 Jul 2026 14:28 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq7tsfqjx22qhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mq7jo3w3g22aWith the final findings from June's survey released later this morning, @wfae.bsky.social's Charlotte Talks has @bowtiepolitics.bsky.social on at 9 AM with others to discuss and analyze the results and what they may mean for #ncpol https://www.wfae.org/show/charlotte-talks-with-mike-collins/2026-07-08/vibe-check-latest-catawba-yougov-poll-shows-where-north-carolinians-stand-on-trump-the-senate-race-affordability-and-more09 Jul 2026 11:27 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq7jo3w3g22ahttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mpybbk5bmc2fNew findings from @catawbacollege.bsky.social - @today.yougov.com Survey of 1K North Carolinians Affordability Remains High for North Carolinians as Consumers Cut Back on Spending https://www.catawba.edu/news/all-news/2026/yougov-29/ Via Substack: https://ncpoliticscenter.substack.com/p/affordability-remains-high-for-north #ncpol06 Jul 2026 14:08 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpybbk5bmc2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mpt23xyw3s2hWe celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776—a defining moment as America celebrates its 250th anniversary! 📊 The Center’s latest Catawba-YouGov Survey explores how NCians view the Declaration: https://www.catawba.edu/news/all-news/2026/yougov-28/ Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 #ncpol04 Jul 2026 12:16 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpt23xyw3s2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mpr5g6znh223In June @catawbacollege.bsky.social - @today.yougov.com Survey of 1K NCians: With Trump at 42/55 approval/disapproval, the divide is clear in NC's US Senate vote choice among likely voters: Trump NC Approve: Whatley +50 points Trump NC Disapprove: Cooper +69 More: https://www.catawba.edu/news/all-news/2026/yougov-27/03 Jul 2026 18:10 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpr5g6znh223https://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mpqt6ydgac23What the Legislative Ballots Reveal: NC Voters Are Choosing Sides Looking beneath the US Senate contest, Catawba-YouGov Survey analysis shows North Carolina's legislative electorate becoming increasingly settled—and increasingly partisan. #ncpol https://ncpoliticscenter.substack.com/p/beyond-ncs-us-senate-race-what-the03 Jul 2026 15:07 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpqt6ydgac23https://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mpofmlf7l22b#DataDynamics from Catawba-YouGov Surveys of 1K North Carolinians: % who are "absolutely certain to vote" this November (indicated '10' on scale) in January, March, & June surveys. Dems: constant uptick Reps: drop from March's 62% to June's 53% = 9.3-point drop (stat significant) #ncpol02 Jul 2026 15:59 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpofmlf7l22bhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mpke6jgwqk2gVia @885wfdd.bsky.social: New survey polls North Carolinians on American ideals #ncpol https://www.wfdd.org/politics-government/2026-06-29/new-survey-polls-north-carolinians-on-american-ideals01 Jul 2026 01:23 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpke6jgwqk2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mpjcd4det22xWith today's decision by #SCOTUS, a new analysis: When Constitutional Principles Become Partisan North Carolinians broadly embrace most constitutional rights—but sharply divide over one of 14th Amendment's defining promises. #ncpol https://ncpoliticscenter.substack.com/p/when-constitutional-principles-become30 Jun 2026 15:17 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpjcd4det22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mpgobff6dk25NCians United on Declaration of Independence, Divided on Whether America Fulfills its Ideals Large majorities say the Declaration's principles remain important, but partisan differences emerge over how closely the nation lives up to those founding ideals. #ncpol https://www.catawba.edu/news/all-news/2026/yougov-28/29 Jun 2026 14:13 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpgobff6dk25https://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mp77rc7v5k25Who Should Run America's Elections? A Catawba-YouGov survey finds North Carolinians are wary of expanding the federal government's role in election administration—even as partisan divisions remain pronounced. #ncpol https://ncpoliticscenter.substack.com/p/who-should-run-americas-elections26 Jun 2026 15:04 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp77rc7v5k25https://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3moxnfboi4c2aNew @catawbacountync.bsky.social - @today.yougov.com Survey of North Carolinians: Cooper Leads by 14 Points as Trump Remains Underwater Dems hold advantage on congressional & legislative ballot tests while GOP voters appear less Trump-centered #ncpol https://ncpoliticscenter.substack.com/p/cooper-leads-whatley-by-14-points23 Jun 2026 14:47 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3moxnfboi4c2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3moayccbuvs2aToday we honor the American flag—a symbol of our nation’s history, freedoms, & democratic ideals. Flag Day is an opportunity to reflect on the principles that unite us: civic participation, public service, respect for differing perspectives, and a shared commitment to strengthening our communities. https://www.loc.gov/item/today-in-history/june-14/14 Jun 2026 14:31 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3moayccbuvs2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mo4m5gwicc23AI's Energy Appetite Gives North Carolinians Pause As data center projects expand across the state, NC public opinion reveals support for innovation alongside growing concerns about energy and water use. #ncpol https://ncpoliticscenter.substack.com/p/ais-energy-appetite-gives-north-carolinians12 Jun 2026 20:43 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mo4m5gwicc23https://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mnzsmzrjtk25New e-mail newsletter just hit inboxes! Read the newsletter and sign up here: #ncpol https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Help-Shape-Our-Future--Take-Our-Quick-Survey-.html?soid=1142074306963&aid=QuECsKrS95k11 Jun 2026 18:01 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnzsmzrjtk25https://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mnkrwuxzqs2dNew Substack analysis of #ncpol public opinion regarding early voting sites on campus: Despite ongoing disputes about voting locations, most NCians support early voting sites on college campuses & view them as a legitimate way to expand voter access. https://ncpoliticscenter.substack.com/p/campus-voting-in-nc-isnt-nearly-as05 Jun 2026 18:39 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnkrwuxzqs2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mncxpikj3227A reminder of tonight's event! #ncpol #cltpol02 Jun 2026 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mncxpikj3227https://bsky.app/profile/ncpolitics.bsky.social/post/3mna5o2mwuc2rMore NC Independents, Yet Stronger Ideologues Over the past year, the @catawbacollege.bsky.social-YouGov Surveys of North Carolinians suggests party labels may be softening even as ideological divisions deepen inside both parties. #ncpol https://open.substack.com/pub/ncpoliticscenter/p/more-nc-independents-yet-stronger?r=63sbwn&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true01 Jun 2026 13:09 +0000at://did:plc:k5qgeyqo7veukmx523lkntfy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mna5o2mwuc2r