Josh Stein: “I’ve got all kinds of respect for them and their willingness to do that because I know that it’s not the easiest thing…”

September is Preparedness Month in North Carolina, a time to remind ourselves that being ready for a natural disaster happens long before a storm is on the horizon.

Strengthen public education. Invest in workforce development, including apprentices. Lower the cost of living. And make sure that you all have a seat at the table.

Today marks a step forward in creating opportunity for children and restoring stability for families in areas hit the hardest by these devastating storms.

The General Assembly has not raised the minimum wage in 17 years.