What goes on behind the scenes in an NC election? This nonprofit wants you to know.

July 16, 2026 | Ari Mittleman | The Carolina Newspaper

Nonpartisan civic group Keep Our Republic is launching educational community forums across North Carolina to demystify local election administration leading into the 2026 and 2028 cycles. Featuring a bipartisan advisory council that includes former Governor Jim Martin and state election experts, the initiative brings together local leaders to discuss ballot processing, election security, and countering misinformation to build public trust in the voting system. . . .