The United States Senate is currently debating voting rights legislation. Passed by the U.S. House of Representatives, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act would strengthen voting rights, but both currently face an unclear future in the U.S. Senate. U.S. Congressman David Price spoke with 97.9 The Hill about this legislation and what else is to come in 2022.
Read MoreU.S. House Rep. David Price (D-Orange) joins Aaron to discuss the anniversary of the 1/6 insurrection and upcoming legislation this year.
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On the anniversary of the January 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, Chapel Hill residents gathered on Franklin Street for a candlelight vigil for democracy. They called for elected officials to pass legislation to protect and strengthen voting rights for 2022 and years to come.
Read MoreThe Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro recently held its final forum of the Critical Issues Series in 2021. President and CEO of the Chamber Aaron Nelson joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss takeaways from last week’s Legislative Forum and ways to support local businesses around the community this holiday season.
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Written by GARY D. ROBERTSON A prominent U.S. Senate candidate in North Carolina abruptly withdrew...
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The race for the new congressional District 6 in North Carolina gained a familiar face to Orange...
Read MoreAaron chats with U.S. House Rep. David Price (D-Orange) on the newly passed infrastructure bill and other key legislation in Washington.
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Read MoreAaron chats with U.S. House Rep. David Price on his decision to retire – plus infrastructure talks, voting rights, and the Senate filibuster.
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Read MoreChair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price calls in to 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, October 20. She shares highlights from last night’s county board meeting, as well as her thoughts on upcoming events and Rep. David Price’s retirement announcement.
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An ever-growing partisan divide in the U.S. Congress may lead to two potential crises this week: a possible government shutdown and a first-ever U.S. default.
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