VoterRadio.com | Special Programs
In addition to its regular programming, VoterRadio.com offers coverage of special events, conferences and speakers related to elections and politics in North Carolina.
If you would like to suggest an upcoming event or speaker for coverage on VoterRadio.com, please contact us.
Jefferson v. Adams and the Future of the U.S.
From Nov. 21, 2011, the John Locke Foundation hosts a living history debate in Raleigh on the future of the United States. Bill Barker portrays Thomas Jefferson and Steve Holloway plays John Adams. Moderating the debate is Ken Ripley, editor of the Spring Hope Enterprise.
Election 2011
VoterRadio.com brings you in-depth coverage of candidate forums for local elections across North Carolina.
2011 Legislative Wrap-Up
The N.C. Center for Voter Education presents a panel discussion on the 2011 legislative session, featuring Mark Binker (Greensboro News & Record), Josh Ellis (SGR Today), Laura Leslie (WRAL)
The Impeachment of President Andrew Johnson
From May 10, 2011, the N.C. History Project presents a two-part examination of the impeachment of President Andrew Johnson. In part I, historian Paul Bergeron discusses seven things to know about Andrew Johnson. In part II, author David Stewart explores the impeachment trial of President Johnson.
How Redistricting Could Affect the Future of Charlotte
From Apr. 22, 2011, the League of Women Voters Charlotte and Democracy North Carolina present a discussion on redistricting and how it could reshape political power in Charlotte.
Reforming the Redistricting Process
From Apr. 14, 2011, North Carolinians for Redistricting Reform presents a panel discussion examining legislative redistricting and proposals to remove partisan politics from the map-drawing process.
What's the Big Deal with Voter IDs?
From Mar. 8, 2011, the N.C. Social Justice Project hosts a public forum examining proposals to require photo identification to vote and the potential impact on North Carolinians.
Judge for Yourself: Election 2010
The N.C. Center for Voter Education presents "Judge for Yourself: Election 2010," a series of in-depth, one-on-one interviews with this year's candidates for U.S. Senate, N.C. Supreme Court and N.C. Court of Appeals.
2010 Women's Judicial Candidate Forum
From Sep. 29, 2010, VoterRadio.com brings you coverage of the 2010 Women's Judicial Candidate Forum featuring female candidates for N.C. Supreme Court, N.C. Court of Appeals and Wake County clerk of court.
2010 Wake County Commissioners Candidate Forum
From Sep. 27, 2010, VoterRadio.com brings you coverage of the 2010 Wake County Commissioners Candidate Forum. Held in Raleigh, the forum was presented by WakeUp Wake County and the Wake County League of Women Voters.
Federalist Society 2010 N.C. Judicial Forum
From Sep. 21, 2010, VoterRadio.com brings you video coverage of a 2010 Judicial Candidate Forum presented by the Triangle Lawyers Chapter of the Federalist Society. The forum features candidates for the N.C. Supreme Court and N.C. Court of Appeals.
8th Annual Women's Candidate Forum at Peace College
From Sep. 20, 2010, VoterRadio.com brings you exclusive video coverage of the 8th Annual Women's Candidate Forum at Peace College in Raleigh, featuring candidates for N.C. Senate, N.C. House, Wake Board of Commissioners and Wake Soil & Water Conservation Board of Supervisors.
Lawrence Lessig on Money in Politics
From June 22, 2010, Harvard Law Professor Lawrence Lessig examines the influence of money in U.S. politics. Held at Campbell Law School in downtown Raleigh, the event was presented by Common Cause North Carolina.
2010 Campbell Law Judicial Candidate Forum
From Apr. 16, 2010 the Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University hosts a forum in Raleigh featuring this year's candidates for the N.C. Supreme Court and N.C. Court of Appeals.
Sunshine Day 2010
As part of its 2010 Sunshine Day events, the N.C. Open Government Coalition at Elon University presents a panel discussion on "Big Stories Fueled by Open Government," examining the role of open government records in allowing journalists to break news stories.
The panel is moderated by Rick Thames, editor of the Charlotte Observer. Panelists include Ames Alexander of the Charlotte Observer, Dick Barron of the Greensboro News & Record and Andy Curliss of the Raleigh News & Observer.
Crucial Conversations: Citizens United v. FEC
From Mar. 2, 2010, Brenda Wright of Demos and Chase Foster from N.C. Voters for Clean Elections offer insight into the U.S. Supreme Court decision of Citizens United v. FEC, which allows corporations to spend money directly from their corporate treasuries to influence the outcome of American elections.
2010 State of the Union Address
President Barack Obama delivers his State of the Union address before a joint session of Congress. Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell delivers the Republican response.
2009 Charlotte Candidate Forums
Presented by Kids Voting Mecklenburg, Generation Engage and the Urban League Young Professionals, VoterRadio.com brings you exclusive video of in-depth candidate forums for Charlotte mayor, city council and school board.
2009 State of the State Address
North Carolina Gov. Bev Perdue delivers her first State of the State Address to a joint session of the General Assembly.
2009 Presidential Address to Congress
Election 2008: What Does it All Mean?
N.C. Central University hosts this forum examining the impact of the 2008 election, based on the outcome of races for the White House, U.S. Senate and governor's mansion, along with statewide and legislative contests.
We the People: Democracy in America
Live from the Friday Center at the University of Chapel Hill, VoterRadio.com brings you this four-part lecture series featuring eminent researchers covering the foundations of American democracy.
Judge for Yourself: Election 2008
The N.C. Center for Voter Education presents "Judge for Yourself: Election 2008," a series of in-depth, one-on-one interviews with statewide candidates in North Carolina.
2008 Presidential Debates
Durham County Bar Association Judicial Candidate Forum
The Durham County Bar Association hosts a judicial candidate forum featuring the 2008 N.C. Supreme Court contenders, Robert Edmunds and Suzanne Reynolds.
2008 Republican National Convention
Replay key speeches from the 2008 Republican National Convention, in their entirety.
2008 Democratic National Convention
Replay key speeches from the 2008 Democratic National Convention, in their entirety.
The Great Debate: Kennedy vs. Nixon
From Sep. 26, 1960, hear the first modern presidential debate as it happened and in its entirety.
2008 Sunshine Day at Elon University
The N.C. Open Government Coalition held the 2008 Sunshine Day at the Sunshine Center at Elon University on March 20. VoterRadio.com brings you coverage of the event in two parts.
