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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

No, he would be the second. Blanche Bruce (R) represented MS in US Senate, 1875-1881.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

There’s something special about the way the Canes show up for this community and the way fans show up for them. Just listen to the Rialto Owner Hayes Permar.

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

According to family lore, Peahead would not let my grandfather on the WFU football team because he was a law school student, not an undergrad. Pretty sure Peahead just made up that rule. Lifelong grudge ensued.

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Frank, I wanted to tell you how much I’m enjoying listening to one of your previous books (link below). I’m laughing so hard that my wife fears for my sanity. Thank you! www.audible.com/pd/B0FK6XCTD...

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Seth Masket @smotus.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

New at the Smotus Report: "Star Trek" turns 60 today! Here's my ode to its decades of political commentary.

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Six decades of politics (but little government)

“Star Trek” turns 60

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

See NC Constitution, Article IV, Sec. 21: “the salaries of Judges shall not be diminished during their continuance in office.” Suspension without pay is a diminishing of salary.

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

4 of NC’s largest counties have posted their Oct 15-31 early voting plans for the Nov 3 mid-term, (see images attached) note increase in sites from 2022 mid-term to 2026: Wake 15>18, Durham 8>10, Forsyth 12>14, Buncombe 12>13. (Mecklenburg has not posted its adopted plan) #ncpol

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Jeremy Markovich @ncrabbithole.com · 20/06/2026

For your reading/listening pleasure before the Canes parade: How a middle school art teacher from South Dakota ended up creating the cartoon pig logo that ended up on the jerseys the Hurricanes wore to win the Stanley Cup www.ncrabbithole.com/p/some-pig-t...

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Some Pig: The Story of Struttin' Stormy and the Stanley Cup

The Carolina Hurricanes just became NHL champions for the first time in 20 years, and during that run a lot of people noticed something unusual on their road uniforms: A cartoony, college-style pig on...

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Carolina Hurricanes (Bot) @notcanes.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

THE CUP IS COMING BACK TO RALEIGH!!!

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Carolina Hurricanes (Bot) @notcanes.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 20 YEARS, THE CAROLINA HURRICANES ARE STANLEY CUP CHAMPIONS

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Larry, I make a motion that the next Star Trek series be set on a ship named the USS Integrity!

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Roddenberry Podcasts @roddenberrypod.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

A million stories in the Naked City, and Gene Roddenberry told just one of them - but it was an unusual specimen for 1962 prime time, a story that decisively put women, including some with future involvement in Star Trek, at the forefront of a complex, challenging story. Listen now: pod.fo/e/3f6190

A stylized frame showing two characters beneath the title “The Rydecker Case by Gene Roddenberry.” The halftone effect and bold color treatment emphasize the dramatic tone of this 1962 teleplay. This image represents Roddenberry Entertainment’s Gene-ology podcast on Roddenberry Podcasts, where Gene Roddenberry’s early work is explored. The podcast is available.

A halftone image of a smiling woman seated in a car, tinted in vivid blue and green tones. Text from the episode’s narration overlays the lower portion, referencing the case’s themes of justice and systemic flaws. This image highlights the central female perspective in Gene Roddenberry’s story, discussed on Gene-ology from Roddenberry Podcasts, produced by Roddenberry Entertainment. The podcast is available.

A stylized, halftone portrait of a woman in a dark hat and coat, facing forward with a composed, serious expression. Typewritten text overlays the background, evoking a courtroom narrative. This visual accompanies coverage of “The Rydecker Case,” written by Gene Roddenberry, featured on Roddenberry Podcasts’ Gene-ology series from Roddenberry Entertainment. The podcast is available now.

A halftone portrait of a man in a suit with a boutonnière, likely a courtroom figure, set against a background of typewritten script text. The composition reinforces the legal drama at the center of Gene Roddenberry’s “The Rydecker Case.” Featured on Gene-ology from Roddenberry Podcasts, part of Roddenberry Entertainment, the podcast is available now.

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

#Easter service, First #Presbyterian Church of Raleigh, NC, with Rev. Dr. Tara Bulger, April 2026: www.youtube.com/live/sOIh7pg...

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April 5, 2026

YouTube video by First Presbyterian Church - Raleigh

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

#PalmSunday at First #Presbyterian Church of Raleigh, NC, incl. sermon by Rev. Dr. Tara Bulger, March 29, 2026. www.youtube.com/live/WMUtMos...

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March 29, 2026

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

Sermon on #Peace by the Rev. Laurie Weicher, First #Presbyterian Church of Raleigh, NC, 3/22/26: www.youtube.com/live/em8wgd9...

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March 22, 2026

YouTube video by First Presbyterian Church - Raleigh

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Ashley Thomas @thenerdyblogger.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

If you enjoy the work @thelogbook.bsky.social & I do on #MissionLogGeneology, then consider supporting us on Patreon. For a $1/month (or more!), you help us keep great shows coming your way. Plus, you get our unedited recordings/video, and more! CC: @roddenberrypod.bsky.social

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The home of great content with Mission Log podcasts

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Not correct. County board of elections does that. Not county commissioners. County board of elections answers to the state board of elections.

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Ashley Thomas @thenerdyblogger.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

I don't say this lightly. This truly may be the best thing #GeneRoddenberry ever wrote. Listen to what @thelogbook.bsky.social and I had to say about the only episode he wrote for #DrKildare, "A Distant Thunder." CC: @roddenberrypod.bsky.social #StarTrek #nerdlyfe buff.ly/tEQxw2Y

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Gene-ology: A Distant Thunder « Mission Log Podcast

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

As of Thurs morning 3 days left for Mar 3 primary early voting, today + Fri 8am-7:30pm, Sat 8am-3pm. Images early vote locations in Wake, Durham, Orange, and Chatham. statewide site list: s3.amazonaws.com/dl.ncsbe.gov... statewide site search: vt.ncsbe.gov/EVSite/ #ncpol

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Josh Stein @joshsteinnc.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

During early voting, you can go to any early voting site in your county to vote, and if you are not registered, you can register and vote on the same day. Make your plan to vote on or before March 3. Early voting in this primary election ends February 28. Find your early voting location:

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

There’s a rare book called (I think) The Making of a Governor 1964 that mentions Jesse Jackson as a young activist. Yes, there was a whole book about the 1964 NC gubernatorial election! I think Jackson supported Richardson Preyer but I’m not 100% sure.

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Roddenberry Podcasts @roddenberrypod.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Before Star Trek, Gene Roddenberry wrote for Target: The Corruptors! His script for “To Wear A Badge” was heavily revised before broadcast, earning him only a story credit. We compare Gene’s original version with what ultimately aired. Listen here: pod.fo/e/3907f9 #Roddenberry #ClassicTV

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Early voting for Mar 3 #ncpol primary continues Mon-Weds Feb 16-18 this week with same 316 sites as last Thu-Fri. This Thu-Fri Feb 19-20 a 317th site is added on Ocracoke Island (Hyde Co) for a 2-day run. site list: s3.amazonaws.com/dl.ncsbe.gov... site lookup: vt.ncsbe.gov/EVSite/

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Today, Saturday Feb 14 in the RTP area there is early voting in Durham, Orange and Wake 8 am-3pm; Chatham 10a-3p; Harnett 8a-5p. early voting site search: vt.ncsbe.gov/EVSite/ site list: s3.amazonaws.com/dl.ncsbe.gov... #ncpol

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Your best source on early voting in Wake County is at www.wake.gov/departments-... - with maps, wait-time tracker, daily totals and a FAQ. 12 sites open Feb 12-28, Wake voters can vote at any site. #wakepol #ncpol

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Early voting starts today (Thurs Feb 12) at 316 sites across N.C. with weekday hours 8 am to 7:30 pm. Images have schedules and sites for Wake (12 sites), Durham (8 sites), Orange (6 sites) and Chatham (5 sites) counties. statewide site lookup is at: vt.ncsbe.gov/EVSite/

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

From the N.C. State Board of Elections: 10 tips for persons planning to early vote Feb 12-28 for the March 3 statewide primary election: www.ncsbe.gov/news/press-r... #ncpol

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10 Tips for Early Primary Voters in North Carolina

In-person early voting for the 2026 primary election begins Thursday and ends at 3 p.m. February 28 in all 100 counties.

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

In 2 tweets, early vote schedules for 8 RTP area counties open Feb 12-28, number of sites in parentheses: Wake (12), Durham (8), Orange (6), Chatham (5), Johnston (4) Granville (3), Franklin (4), Harnett (5) #ncpol (all sites open 12 weekdays + Sat Feb 28, other weekends vary) /1

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Many counties are posting graphics with their March 3 primary early voting schedule, images attached for 4 counties adjacent to Wake: Durham (8 sites); Chatham (5 sites); Franklin and Johnston (4 sites each). Sites open Feb 12-28. #ncpol

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

North Carolina’s 4 largest counties have their March 3 primary early voting schedules posted for voting Feb 12-28: Mecklenburg 19 sites all 17 days, Wake 12 sites all 17 days, Guilford 10 sites open 15 of 17 days, Forsyth 8 sites open 15 of 17 days. (Guilford and Forsyth no voting first Sat/Sun)

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

So sorry to hear this! Best wishes for quick recovery and hope that the new year brings good things. Also, stop partying so hard 😀

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

One of my favorite podcast series of 2025 has been the funny, enlightening #MissionLogGeneology - you learn not only about Gene Roddenberry, but also TV history and American history in general! #PodcastRecommendation

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

Wake, Durham and Orange Counties have now posted their early voting schedules for the March 3 primaries, Wake has 12 sites all 17 days Feb 12-28, Durham has 8 sites for 17 days, Orange had 6 sites for 15 of the 17 days. See images for schedules and Wake map. #ncpol

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 25/12/2025

You will be visited by three spirits 🖖

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

To quote Professor Henry Jones to Indiana Jones: “You left just as you were becoming interesting.”

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Ken, don’t tell me you forgot about the race for mayor of Coats, North Carolina, where the incumbent is named Coats! (7:30 poll closing) er.ncsbe.gov?election_dt=...

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NC SBE Contest Results

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Gerry Cohen @gercohen.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

It’s Election day today Nov 4 in 400+ NC municipalities and some school districts, as well as countywide in Mecklenburg Co. Polls open until 7:30 pm. (Voters in 70+ municipalities — including Asheville, Raleigh and Winston-Salem, vote in even years.) #ncpol

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

Was he the last surviving director of the original series? @larrynemecek.bsky.social ?

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

You’re correct, Prof. There is a CRS report but not nearly a book length: www.congress.gov/crs-product/...

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Portugal? Why, from the picture, I thought that was Gastonia! You can see how the Observer might get confused.

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

“the name the agency held until shortly after World War II” is very wrong. Only the Department of “the Army” was the Dept. of War. This would be renaming, not “going back” to a previous name. Not to mention it’s illegal to change it by EO but even if it wasn’t, DOD never had that name.

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Peter Sagal @petersagal.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Annals of things I never thought I’d say: I was delighted to discuss the Electoral College — America’s Worst Idea™ — with the bassist from the Avett Brothers, Bob Crawford. www.iheart.com/podcast/1119...

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American History Hotline | iHeart

Bob Crawford searches for the best historians and experts to answer listener questions about American history — from the Revolutionary War to rock & roll feuds. Got a question? Send it to AmericanHist...

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Roy Cooper @roycoopernc.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

I have thought on it and prayed about it, and I have decided: I am running to be the next U.S. Senator from North Carolina.

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Bob, my condolences to you on the loss of Peter David. The 1st comic series that I bought more than one issue of was the 2nd DC Trek series by you and Peter. What a talent!

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andrewbeal.bsky.social @andrewbeal.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

OH should read *since 2018* (Brown) correct?

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Jeremy Markovich @ncrabbithole.com · 10/04/2025

Okay, so let's say a North Carolina supreme court candidate succeeds in disqualifying thousands of voters who followed all of the rules they were given. How would you even be able to go back and find their ballots to see how they voted? Here's how: www.ncrabbithole.com/p/nc-supreme...

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An election loser wants to win by disqualifying thousands of voters. How can you even find their ballots?

Most of the votes challenged by Supreme Court candidate Jefferson Griffin weren't flagged when they were cast. So how would you actually match up the ballot with the voter? Aren't votes secret?

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