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May 31

Letter to the editor: You can't argue with facts, Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 05.23.24 Republicans and Democrats disagree on a lot, but fair-minded Americans agree that President Biden’s...

In our opinion: We didn't start the fire

Shelley Allen

May 28

In our opinion: We didn't start the fire

“We didn’t start the fire,” crooned Billy Joel in his 1989 hit. Perhaps this would be a good catchphrase for Democrats in North Carolina,...

Gun Violence Awareness Weekend is June 7 - 9

Shelley Allen

May 28

Gun Violence Awareness Weekend is June 7 - 9

National Gun Violence Awareness Day, also known as WearOrange Day, is June 7, 2024. Safer through Advocacy, Firearm Education, and...

BCDP Golf Tournament a record-breaking success!

Shelley Allen

May 28

BCDP Golf Tournament a record-breaking success!

The golf gods were shining on the Brunswick County Democrats on May 19th as they defied the meteorologists and had an excellent day for...

FREE voter photo ID events hosted by Brunswick Co. Board of Elections

Shelley Allen

May 27

FREE voter photo ID events hosted by Brunswick Co. Board of Elections

North Carolina now requires a valid photo ID to vote. Have a current NC driver's license? You're all set. Don't have a driver's license?...

Letter to the editor: At least we're not Alabama, Brunswick Beacon

Shelley Allen

May 23

Letter to the editor: At least we're not Alabama, Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 05.16.24 Public education is the cornerstone of any thriving society, serving as the bedrock upon which future...

Trump makes America gag again, Brunswick Beacon

Shelley Allen

May 23

Trump makes America gag again, Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 05.16.24 Just before porn star Stormy Daniels testified in Donald Trump’s hush money/election interference trial, Judge...

This is none of your business, Frank; Brunswick Beacon

Shelley Allen

May 22

This is none of your business, Frank; Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 05.16.24 Once again, Rep. Frank Iler is inserting himself into a purely local issue. This time, Iler has introduced...

Shelley Allen

May 18

Well runs dry, State Port Pilot

State Port Pilot, 05.08.24 Approximately 15 years ago, I was happy and proud to be a member of the Brunswick County (BC) Planning Board....

Letter to the editor: The undermining of public schools in North Carolina, Brunswick Beacon

Shelley Allen

May 16

Letter to the editor: The undermining of public schools in North Carolina, Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 05.09.24 One of the most important investments that we as taxpayers make is funding our public school system. Education...

Shelley Allen

May 16

Division or unity? Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 05.09.24 The alarming divisive rhetoric and damaging ideologies espoused by Mark Robinson compel me as a human being...

Shelley Allen

May 16

A modest proposal, Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 05.09.24 The Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act (better known as the McCain-Feingold Act) attempted to curb the influence...

Shelley Allen

May 8

Pecker exposes Trump, Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 05.02.24 Donald Trump’s accusations are typically either projection or confession. In 2016, Trump attacked news outlets...

Shelley Allen

May 8

It's teacher appreciation week!

Meanwhile... So, let's vote for Democrats who will advocate for our public schools... Janis Simmons for Brunswick County Board of...

Letter to the editor: Russia, China, North Korea, MAGA..., Brunswick Beacon

Shelley Allen

May 8

Letter to the editor: Russia, China, North Korea, MAGA..., Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 05.02.24 All want to see America shrink from its leadership of the free world. MAGA enthusiastically joined the others...

Letter to the editor: Republicans' wild frontier, Brunswick Beacon

Shelley Allen

May 8

Letter to the editor: Republicans' wild frontier, Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 05.02.24 President Kennedy challenged Americans to become pioneers of a “New Frontier” to meet the challenges of...

Letter to the editor: Biden defends Israel, Trump attacks American Jews

Shelley Allen

May 7

Letter to the editor: Biden defends Israel, Trump attacks American Jews

Brunswick Beacon, 04.25.24 Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel was defeated by an unprecedented international coalition, spearheaded by...

Letter to the editor: Trump gets sneers from his peers, Brunswick Beacon

Shelley Allen

May 7

Letter to the editor: Trump gets sneers from his peers, Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 04.25.24 Radio City Music Hall is the world’s largest indoor theatre. On March 28, it hosted three American presidents:...

Shelley Allen

May 7

Agreeing on Trump, Brunswick Beacon

Brunswick Beacon, 04.25.24 In his April 11 letter, Mike Dies tried, without quoting him, to defend Trump’s comment that, if he doesn’t...

Brunswick County Democrats call on county commissioners to fund new election board positions

Shelley Allen

May 5

Brunswick County Democrats call on county commissioners to fund new election board positions

PRESS RELEASE Contact: Lon Anderson May 3, 2024 The Brunswick County Democratic Party (BCDP) today called on the county’s Board of...