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Invitation of lightning-rod senator to NC Democrats' convention reverberates

Invitation of a lightning-rod senator to the North Carolina Democratic state convention — tied to support for U.S. Senate candidate Roy Cooper — is drawing renewed scrutiny.

Published Aug 31, 2026, 2:24 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Inviting a lightning-rod senator to energize North Carolina Democrats at their annual state convention — highlighted by backing for U.S. Senate candidate Roy Cooper — is reverberating again. The decision to feature the divisive senator is prompting renewed discussion among party observers and constituents.