north carolina | Public Campaign

Jul24

"Keeping Hope Alive"

Submitted by Monica Rober on Jul 24, 2009

Jul22

Clean Elections Profile: Commissioner Wayne Goodwin

Submitted by Monica Rober on Jul 22, 2009

73,000. That's the number of miles that North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Wayne Goodwin (D) put on his personal vehicle traveling the state during the 2008 campaign. How did he do it? By opting in to the North Carolina Voter-Owned Election program. Under the system, a candidate can qualify for a public grant by acquiring a minimum of 2,000 small contributions between $10 and $100 from registered voters in the state and agree not to raise any large donations. Once qualified, a candidate is free from constant fund-raising and is able to focus on reaching voters.

Jul20

Clean Elections Profile: Superintendent June Atkinson

Submitted by Sam Ryan on Jul 20, 2009

June Atkinson has been a dedicated education professional for the better part of her life, working for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction for almost 30 years. In 2004, Atkinson ran for the office of Superintendent of Public Instruction and won, becoming North Carolina’s first female in the position. Despite having a long career as an educator, she didn’t consider seeking public office until she realized the progress in education reform she could champion if elected.

Jul16