The May 2026 Carolina Forward Poll
Roy Cooper leads Michael Whatley by 7, Trump's net approval falls to −12, and Democrats open a 6-point lead on the legislative generic ballot.
Read moreA North Carolina that works for everyone who calls it home.
Abundant, affordable housing
Build more homes to make strong communities and broaden opportunity for everyone
The best public schools in the nation
High standards, professional respect, and community investment in our next generation
Dignity and security for every person
Respect for personal freedoms and every person's right to pursue their own dreams
Fair maps and competitive elections
End partisan gerrymandering and defend voter access to ensure every North Carolinian has a voice
An economy that rewards work
Raise the floor for working people with higher wages, stronger protections, and economic opportunity for everyone
Clean and transparent government
Fight political corruption, secrecy and insider dealing - no matter the party label
Civic Tools
Tools to help North Carolinians learn and understand how state government works — from campaign finance data to polling insights to legislative tracking.
NC Campaign Finance Tracker
Follow the money in NC politics. Finance data for every state legislative, executive, and judicial officeholder — all in one place.
What North Carolinians think
Statewide polls on the issues that matter, with full crosstabs and methodology.
Tracking the General Assembly
Bill explainers, vote records, and analysis of what's moving in Raleigh.