The protest takes place as local governments are feeling increasing demands to fund public schools while support from the state shrinks.
Chase Pellegrini de Paur
Chase Pellegrini de Paur is a reporter for INDY, covering politics, education, and the delightful characters who make the Triangle special. He joined the staff in 2023 and previously wrote for The Ninth Street Journal.
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Triangle Counties Come Out Against Proposed Cap on Local Property Taxes
Durham, Orange, and Wake counties warn that a potential constitutional amendment limiting property tax increases would jeopardize critical services.
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We Set Out to Assess Local Governments’ Climate Progress. Here’s What We Learned.
We dug into a dozen sustainability and action plans to try to understand what strides local governments have made and the challenges they face.
Posted inPolitics & Government
Talking With Rep. Foushee After a Close Primary Win
Newly reelected Rep. Valerie Foushee reflects on a competitive and expensive primary, and diving into her third term in Congress.
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Allam Concedes to Foushee After Tight Primary
Rep. Valerie Foushee led challenger Nida Allam by about 1,200 votes in the 4th Congressional District Democratic primary. On Wednesday night, Allam announced she was conceding the race.
Posted inElections
The Road to Victory in NC-04 Runs Through Western Wake County
Rep. Valerie Foushee and challenger Nida Allam are working to win over 130,000 Wake voters added to the district since their 2022 matchup.
Posted inElections
Outside Money Flows into 4th Congressional District Primary, Again
In the race between U.S. Rep. Valerie Foushee and Nida Allam, outside PACs have spent more than $1 million, mostly benefiting the challenger in an election dominated by the issue of campaign finance.
