As the ongoing tragedy in Minnesota continues to horrify the world, please read the official statement from HCDP leadership and learn about a community vigil sponsored by PERSIST of Henderson County to remember and honor Alex Pretti and the other innocent lives taken by the unlawful actions of ICE. Please consider taking action by contacting your elected officials and encouraging someone to vote. Most of all, do not lose hope or give up on our democracy.

Proposed State Board of Election rules would implement a memorandum of agreement with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that would provide DHS access to all North Carolina voter registrations. The ostensible purpose is to remove non-citizens from voter rolls. The potential outcome is that legitimate voters could be denied their right to vote. Read more here. Public comments are invited on these rules through March 16 and a public hearing will be held on February 2. Wha

If you've been looking for a way to help during the national crisis we're all facing, here's a great opportunity. We need greeters and observers for the upcoming NC Primary in which Democrats and unaffiliated voters will help choose the best candidates to run against MAGA-backed Republicans. The Primary is also a fantastic time to make sure we have strong systems in place for the midterms this fall. We need to have all hands on deck to ensure a fair and peaceful election.

HCDP's new events for 2026 kick off this week, with Coffee Break on Tuesday Jan. 13th at 9:30 am at the office *AND* Happy Hour on Thursday Jan 15th at Mills River Brewing, starting at 6 pm. We hope to see you at one or both of these! They're a great opportunity to meet people, learn what's going on, and build community.

A rally to Stand in Solidarity for Renee Nicole Good is being sponsored by PERSIST of Henderson County on Saturday Jan. 10 at noon in front of the new courthouse.

HCDP is glad to share news about a Jan. 3rd rally organized by PERSIST of Henderson County to remember the 2021 insurrection and ongoing assaults to our democracy.

John Brandon Olsen has officially filed to run for Fletcher Town Council, stressing the need for transparent government and community connectedness.

Please note: there will be no coffee break this month but we hope to see you Dec 19th for the last Happy Hour of the year. HCDP Office will be closed Dec 22nd to Jan 1st. In January we'll have a new line-up of events, including an exciting Candidate Forum on Jan 24th, so mark your calendars now.

Trump's Economy is Not for Us - Layoffs Reach a 22 Year High

As Veterans Day approaches, HCDP is proud to honor and support all the men and women who have served.

NC Representative Chuck Edwards has voted for billions in tax cuts for the ultra rich. Call Edwards and tell him to help those who need help by voting to end the government shutdown, restore food stamp funding, and extend Obamacare premium tax credits.

In honor of “No Kings” day, I’d like to call your attention to an alarming string of events.

The Republican controlled state assembly has just announced that it intends to yet again redraw the State's Congressional district's for the express purpose of stealing an additional Republican Congressional seat.

Here I come again with those pesky facts. I have been looking at the President’s deployment of National Guard troops in LA, Washington, DC and (soon) Chicago.

Thomas Hill passed away on Monday, September 29, in Asheville, North Carolina. In 2014, he was honored to run as the Democratic nominee...

Quick quiz: How much of the US budget do you think was going to USAID? Find out Now.

One of the most confusing topics of these turbulent times is tariffs.

Laura Bannister is HCDP's Ramsey Award Winner. In addition to her accomplishments, "her upbeat personality and determination are infectious."

New Medicaid rules are coming — but not until after the 2026 midterms . That timing is no accident. Here’s what you need to know about the changes quietly passed by the GOP in Congress — with full support from Chuck Edwards — and what they could mean for hundreds of thousands of North Carolinians. 🔹 1. Delayed Accountability The changes passed in the so-called “one big beautiful bill” won’t take effect until 2027 , long after the 2026 mid-term elections . That delay conveni

Hendersonville, NC – Reid Barwick has officially announced his candidacy for a seat on the Henderson County Public Schools Board of Education. Barwick says his campaign is driven by a concern that too many students are graduating unprepared for life beyond school. He emphasizes the need for pathways outside of college, including trade skills, vocational programs, and practical knowledge that lead to independence and meaningful work. “If a student isn’t college-bound, it seem