As we wrote back in September, after several Democrats in the NC Legislature voted with Republicans to override Governor Stein’s vetoes on a series of bad bills, we have updated our endorsements policy. We believe that having the right people in positions of power is critical, and progress depends not just on electing Democrats but on electing the right Democrats who will fight for the people – not give ground to Republican extremists.

Below are three candidates who we believe will make a clear and significant difference in the lives of North Carolinians – and who need our support in the upcoming primary elections on Tuesday, March 3.

All three candidates are running in solidly Democratic districts where voters overwhelmingly reject Republican extremism. The primary is the election. Let’s help elect progressive candidates who will truly represent and fight for their communities.

SUPPORT Rep. Rodney Pierce - NC House District 27 (Halifax, Northampton, Warren) - D+25

Rep. Rodney Pierce has been a consistent, principled representative for his district. He stood strong against every Republican veto override and is a fighter for strong public education, affordable health care, and affordable housing.

But now, he’s facing a challenge from former Rep. Michael Wray – a classic DINO (Democrat in Name Only) with a long history of voting with Republicans on key issues. In 2024, Pierce beat Wray by just 34 votes in the Democratic primary. Wray is now challenging Rep. Pierce in an effort to take back the district.

Donate here to support Rep. Rodney Pierce or attend an upcoming event.

SUPPORT Rev. Dr. Rodney Sadler - NC House District 106 (Mecklenburg) - D+49

Rev. Dr. Rodney Sadler, a Baptist minister with a long history of standing up for vulnerable communities in Mecklenburg County, will advocate for working families and champion affordability, a healthy environment, and strong public schools.

Sadler is running against Rep. Carla Cunningham, who assisted Republicans’ efforts to further consolidate their power, voting for a bill that creates new legislative control over agency regulations and cast the deciding vote on a bill forcing local sheriffs to cooperate with ICE – and then defended her vote with a disturbing, xenophobic rant on the House floor.

Donate here to support Rev. Dr. Rodney Sadler, or sign up to volunteer.

SUPPORT Veleria Levy - NC House District 99 (Mecklenburg) - D+68

Veleria Levy is a health care professional and community leader with an impressive history of leadership and advocacy in Mecklenburg County, including leadership of nonprofit NC Aids Action Network. In the legislature, she will focus on health care access and affordability.

Levy is running against Rep. Nasif Majeed (D), who cast the deciding vote to override the veto of HB 805, an anti-trans and school censorship bill, and voted to allow Duke Energy to jack up utility charges to consumers.

This Charlotte district is one of the bluest – and one of the most racially and ethnically diverse – in North Carolina. No Republicans are running in this race; the winner of the Democratic primary will represent the district.

Donate here to support Veleria Levy or sign up to volunteer.

Let’s elect strong Democrats who will stand together and fight for the people of North Carolina!