<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[freedominNC.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[freedominNC.com]]></description><link>https://www.freedominnc.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:32:48 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.freedominnc.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Sunday Five - 8/16/26]]></title><description><![CDATA[NC POLITICAL STORIES THAT MATTERED THIS WEEK Week Ending August 16, 2026 Three polls delivered a warning to Republicans, a congressional scandal created two replacement races, and disputes over early voting moved closer to a decision - especially across Eastern North Carolina. 1. Three polls, one message: Whatley is behind Three surveys released this week showed Democrat Roy Cooper leading Republican Michael Whatley in North Carolina’s open U.S. Senate race: Carolina Forward/Change Research:...]]></description><link>https://www.freedominnc.com/post/the-sunday-five</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a81bad60184b89c47fb5e22</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:37:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/83e4c1_a838fa91350248a9b74afac9df2bd2b2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TheEditorInChief</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eastern North Carolina's Critical Role in Determining Control of the US House]]></title><description><![CDATA[The battle for control of the United States House of Representatives is intensifying, and Eastern North Carolina has emerged as a key battleground. The First Congressional District (NC-1) is one of about 18 to 20 competitive seats that could decide which party holds the majority in the House. This district, home to working families, farmers, veterans, and small-business owners, is drawing national attention as candidates present sharply different visions for the region’s future. The Stakes in...]]></description><link>https://www.freedominnc.com/post/eastern-north-carolina-s-critical-role-in-determining-control-of-the-us-house</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7be94ff1f88bc38bdc4bf1</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 03:37:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/83e4c1_4036daa6ede24702906361a4f893db50~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TheEditorInChief</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Importance of Down-Ballot Voting in North Carolina's 2026 Elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The spotlight often shines brightest on the top races in an election, such as the U.S. Senate or governor’s contests. These high-profile campaigns attract the most media coverage, advertising, and public attention. Yet, the decisions that shape daily life in North Carolina often come from officials elected much farther down the ballot. Understanding why every race matters and why voters should support Republican candidates throughout the ballot is crucial for shaping the state’s future....]]></description><link>https://www.freedominnc.com/post/the-importance-of-down-ballot-voting-in-north-carolina-s-2026-elections</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7be707bc8e587d4397c7fd</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 03:26:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/83e4c1_a2914b7b62aa4bf39e190a341e78e0b8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TheEditorInChief</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can You Believe This Guy?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beaufort County - Washington HOOD RICHARDSON HAS LOST THE PLOT Commissioner Hood Richardson’s two recent columns are not examples of principled conservative disagreement. They are personal tirades filled with contemptuous nicknames, reckless accusations and scorched-earth rhetoric aimed at Republican Chair Carolyn Garris and anyone who refuses to join his faction. “Queen Garris.” “Minions.” “Ilk.” “Cronies.” A “warm cow pile.” That is not statesmanship. It is a tantrum. Richardson then...]]></description><link>https://www.freedominnc.com/post/can-you-believe-this-guy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7aabda2ea6eb4d2c7285de</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:01:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/83e4c1_945c1fc0b5cc446f9db7e15bfd3045c9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_526,h_526,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TheEditorInChief</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>