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Qnotes Democracy: our right to exist is on the ballot

There is a point when political rhetoric stops being rhetoric. We are at that crossroads. For years, anti-trans politicians have told transgender Americans their lives are a political issue. Now, under President Donald Trump’s second administration, that very message is being backed by the power and action of the federal government. The result is not…

by Taylor Heeden Larkins

‘TRANSform the Vote’ to help LGBTQ+ voters with ID needs

Charlotte voters in the LGBTQ+ community will have an opportunity Oct. 7 to learn about voter identification and voting rights at “TRANSform the Vote,” scheduled for the Arts Factory at 1545 W. Trade St. The event is being organized with participation from SONG Power, State of Emergency and (TRANS) parent Magazine. ABOUT VOTING North Carolina…

by David Aaron Moore

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‘The Q’ explores who tells our stories for LGBTQ+ History Month

When we talk about LGBTQ+ history, it’s easy to think about the names, protests, court cases and political victories that made it into history books. But what about everything else? The photographs somebody kept for decades. The flyer from a queer bar that no longer exists. An old Pride program. A newspaper. A box of…

by Liz Schob

The Midterms: Voting in the Carolinas

The midterm elections are now just weeks away and LGBTQ+ organizations have chosen their political endorsements. The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) PAC and Equality North Carolina Action Fund PAC (ENC) are supporting politicians that challenge MAGA Republicans and advocate for LGBTQ+ equality. NORTH CAROLINA  On September 16, HRC PAC endorsed Democratic candidate Roy Cooper for…

by David R. Gillespie and Jaylen Jones

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Common Cause launches nationwide election protection effort for 2026

National voting rights group Common Cause is training thousands of volunteers to assist voters during the 2026 midterm elections. The nonpartisan advocacy group announced the effort September 17 during a virtual news conference. Confirming they had recruited thousands of volunteers so far and are seeking more than 10,000 nationwide. Volunteers will monitor polling places, staff…

by Ahmed Jallow/NC Newsline

Our People: Tom Warshauer

Happily settled in Charlotte’s Plaza Midwood neighborhood is a guy who once asked for a hippopotamus for Christmas. Imagine his surprise when his nephew took the request to heart and sent him a giant stuffed hippo as a Christmas gift. Hopefully, the impact of that memorable present is something its recipient knows all too well…

by L'Monique King

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