About this episode

Kate Barr discusses her unconventional candidacy for NC 14 and the implications of gerrymandering on American politics.

Democrats who listen to this episode are going to hear a lot of things they like. If you're a registered Democrat in Congressional District NC 14 — which includes the southeastern half of Polk County — then sit back and get ready for a straight shot of optimism. Just know that you won’t be able to apply what you hear to the March 3 primary vote, because my guest is not running as a Democrat. Instead, Kate Barr ’s name will appear on the Republican ballot. How does that makes sense? It does if you think gerrymandering lies at the of what ails America. It also might appeal to more than a few unaffiliated voters who aren't exactly thrilled with where the GOP has led us. Resources Kate Barr Can Win campaign website: Polk GOP Statement disavowing Kate Barr's candidacy

People in this episode

Host: James Hrynyshyn

Guest: Kate Barr

Topics covered

• politics
• gerrymandering
• optimism
• elections
• North Carolina

Keywords

• Kate Barr
• NC 14
• gerrymandering
• Democrats
• Republican ballot
• optimism
• Polk County

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Polk GOP, Democrats, GOP

Places: NC 14, Polk County

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