After Richard Burr voted against Trump at his second impeachment trial, state party chair Whatley retaliated. Trump rewarded him—twice.
Tim Funk
Tim Funk covered religion, politics, and other beats for The Charlotte Observer for 35 years.
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The Rev. William Barber’s Case Against Trumpism
The civil rights leader preaches a religiously motivated opposition to MAGA. But in a less faithful nation, that message might not resonate.
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Michael Whatley’s ‘Party of Faith’ Has Problems At The Top
The chairman of the national Republican Party wants it to lean into faith. But that can be awkward given some of the GOP’s big candidates.Â
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How Jewish Democrats Are Navigating a Difficult Year
Gubernatorial candidate Josh Stein and other Jewish politicians working to hold their traditional coalition together.Â
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Mark Harris Is Not Asking For Forgiveness
The minister and politician stepped aside after ballot fraud tainted his congressional race. Now he says his seat was stolen—and he wants it back.Â
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Paul Newton’s Rapid Rise in Raleigh
The former Duke Energy NC president has quickly ascended in the state Senate, where he’s had to maneuver in an intensely partisan environment.
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The Gospel According to Mark Robinson
The lieutenant governor has spent many of his Sundays giving thunderous speeches in churches.
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Patrick Cannon’s Campaign for Redemption
The former Charlotte mayor was the youngest person ever elected to the city council but went to prison for taking bribes. Queen City voters are wrestling with whether to give him another chance.
