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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
On Wednesday, North Carolinians filled the NCGA to tell the truth about the devastating costs of having no state budget. Check out this week's Batch Brief and watch the full “No Budget Hearing” video so you can see & share these incredible stories. open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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Special Edition: What We Heard at the “No Budget Hearing”
Hi friends,
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
From local election wins that prove voters are rejecting Republican extremism... To 130 days without a budget and a looming Medicaid funding crisis... To dinosaurs, short stories, and more! Read the latest in The Batch Brief ⤵️ open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (November 7, 2025)
Welcome to The Batch Brief!
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
NEW: A special edition of the Batch Brief is out now. Let’s stop pretending this isn’t what it is. Republicans, nationally and here in NC, are choosing to let food assistance vanish for over 1.4 million North Carolinians. That isn’t leadership. It’s cruelty. open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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It’s Not Good. It’s Not Smart. It’s Not Fiscally Responsible. It’s Just Plain Depravity.
Let’s stop pretending that what Republicans nationally and in the state of North Carolina are doing isn’t depraved.
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
In just six days, Republicans redrew our congressional maps to serve Trump, silenced debate on the Senate floor, and blocked Medicaid funding. And they did it all without shame. Check out this week's Batch Brief for the full breakdown from this week in the NCGA. open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (October 24, 2025)
Welcome to The Batch Brief!
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Over the past few days, our staff has requested details about next week’s redistricting process. So far we have received no answers, no updates, and no communication whatsoever. #ncpol 1/3
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
One question. That’s all it could take to save your life. Learn how to talk to your doctor about dense breast tissue and why it matters. Start here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Btm...
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MRI STORY Final
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Department of State Treasurer has put together this information video for its members and anyone else who would like to know a little bit more about…
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
North Carolina deserves a full budget not cowardly, patchwork politics. Get the latest on where things stand, what’s at stake, and how Leader Batch is fighting back in this week’s #BatchBrief batchbrief.substack.com/p/the-batch-...
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The Batch Brief (October 10, 2025)
Welcome to The Batch Brief!
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
Republicans are back at it again, rigging elections instead of doing their jobs. Read Leader Sydney Batch's statement on the announcement that Republican leaders plan to bring the legislature back into session to redraw NC congressional maps again. #ncpol
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
📬 The latest #BatchBrief is out! 102 days without a full state budget and North Carolinians are paying the price. Plus: youth advocates, biotech investment, and more! Check it out here!: batchbrief.substack.com/p/the-batch-...
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The Batch Brief (October 10, 2025)
Welcome to The Batch Brief!
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Statement from Leader Batch: "The allegations against Rep. Brockman are incredibly serious and deeply disturbing. While the justice system moves forward as it should, I believe Representative Brockman should resign. North Carolinians deserve leaders who reflect the integrity of their office."
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
What happens when corporate money meets weak leadership? And what happens when Holly Springs attracts $700M in investment? Find out in the Batch Brief! open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (August 29, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
No budget. Pay-to-play. Big wins in Holly Springs. A heartfelt goodbye. It’s all in this week's Batch Brief! open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (August 29, 2025)
Welcome to The Batch Brief!
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
Too many leaders are focused on the wrong priorities. In this week’s Batch Brief, I’m talking about: 💸 Protecting public schools from a costly voucher scheme 🥚 What’s really driving high grocery prices 🏓 Celebrating District 17’s own Pamela DeLoatch Read it now: open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (August 15, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
🚨 A new Batch Brief is here! 🚨 From a reckless private school voucher tax credit to the stubbornly high price of groceries here’s what’s on my mind this week. 📬 Read it here: open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (August 15, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
Honored to celebrate Raleigh’s new Indian Consular Application Center (8354 Six Forks Rd), run by VFS Global for the Embassy of India (DC) and grateful for our strong ties with the Consulate and Indian community. The Center offers visas & key consular services close to home!
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
A new Batch Brief is out now! From big decisions in Raleigh to big news right here in-district, there’s a lot to catch up on. Get the latest updates from the legislature and from District 17! 📰 Read it here: open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (August 1, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Today, we should celebrate this achievement, but tomorrow, we must get back to work. I urge Republican leadership to call the Senate back into session to pass a state budget that continues to invest in the programs that make North Carolina the best place to do business.
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
Wishing everyone a festive and safe July 4th!
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
A new Batch Brief is live! 📣 Why Senate Democrats made history with a “present” protest on HB 805 ⚖️ Christal’s Law is now NC law ⏸️ The legislature’s in recess, but the dysfunction isn’t 📊 PLUS: Vote in our poll Catch up on all the latest 👇 open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” is a disaster for North Carolina. Leader Batch's full statement:
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Last week brought a mix of wins and letdowns—$4.7B in jobs, a stalled relief package, and a student artist’s moment to shine. 🎨 Catch up on the stories we're still thinking about from the latest Batch Brief. #ncpol open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (June 20, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
From disaster relief delays to billion-dollar job wins, this week’s #BatchBrief is a ride. Catch up on the headlines from the NCGA—plus, Leader Batch dropped her summer playlist. 🎶👀 open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Juneteenth is not only a day to remember what was ended. It’s a day to imagine what still needs built. And we can only build if we’re brave enough to come together—by showing up, by speaking out, by voting, by organizing, and by never letting the flame of justice flicker out.
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
We will not stand by while political violence threatens our democracy. Read Leader Batch's full statement on the targeted assassination of Rep. Hortman and attack on Sen. Hoffman in Minnesota today:
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
A new Batch Brief just dropped! Here's what's inside: 📊 NC budget update — where we are and why it matters ❤️ Medicaid coverage is under threat ⚾ A history-making Baseball player calls District 17 home 📵 A scam warning from the NCDMV Read it here ➡️ open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (June 6, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
ICYMI: On Tuesday, NC marked 250 years since the Mecklenburg Resolves—our first bold stand against royal rule. Our ancestors didn’t wait for change. They made it. 📜✊🏽 #ncpol open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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250 Years Later, North Carolina Still Doesn’t Bow to Kings
North Carolina Said No to Kings in 1775 —And We Still Do Today.
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
250 years ago, North Carolinians stood up to a king. They didn’t wait for permission. They resisted tyranny, demanded liberty, and built a government by and for the people. Today, that fight continues. NC will never bow to a king ever again. 💪🏽🇺🇸 #ncpol open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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250 Years Later, North Carolina Still Doesn’t Bow to Kings
North Carolina Said No to Kings in 1775 —And We Still Do Today.
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Last week we held a funeral — for the 707 bills that never got a hearing. Republicans didn’t debate them. They didn’t defeat them. They just buried them. We won’t forget. And we won’t stop fighting. 📩 Read more in this week’s Batch Brief: open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (May 16, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
🚨 A new edition of The Batch Brief is out NOW! We’re talking: ⚰️ The “Bill Funeral” and the cost of inaction 🏗️ 400+ new jobs in Holly Springs ⚖️ Justice (finally) for Allison Riggs 🙌 This week’s standout Senate Page Read it here ➡️ open.substack.com/pub/batchbri... #ncpol
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The Batch Brief (May 16, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
It’s my honor to present this proclamation from Governor Josh Stein to the March of Dimes in honor of Postpartum Awareness Week For Black, Brown, and Indigenous Women! This week is a call to action to ensure that every mother receives the dignity and support she deserves! #ncpol
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
Six months late, but the truth still stands: Justice Allison Riggs won — and no baseless delays could change that. #ncpol
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
This week in The Batch Brief: 📜 A cowardly budget, written in secret and rammed through without shame. 🔒 Gun safety help is on the way for Wake County families. 🎙️ Leader Batch breaks it down on PBS. 📬 Read it here ➡️ open.substack.com/pub/batchbri...
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The Batch Brief (May 2, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
I am proud to be endorsed by Vote Mama @votemamalobby! Moms know what families need — and it’s time we lead. When moms have a seat at the table, we change the future for our kids and our communities for the better! #ncpol #VoteMama
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Leader Sydney Batch recently appeared on PBS NC’s State Lines to provide insight on major issues facing North Carolina as the 2025 legislative session advances. Check out the full episode here! www.pbs.org/video/april-...
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State Lines | April 25, 2025 | Season 2025
NC House starts budget work; NC public schools sign anti-DEI pledge; courts rule on governor powers.
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
"Either it's "We're at a fiscal cliff" and you just don't want to be honest about it, or you're just being cruel... I don't know which one. I guess they're not mutually exclusive." - Leader Sydney Batch www.wral.com/story/doge-i...
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DOGE in NC? Hundreds of state employees might be laid off in NC Senate budget plan that prioritizes tax cuts
State Auditor Dave Boliek would be empowered to take on an effort to cut state spending similar to Elon Musk's DOGE program under Donald Trump, in a new state budget plan from NC Senate Republicans.
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
The Senate Republican budget fails to fund public safety, offers pathetic pay raises for public servants, and hoards billions of $$$ while families struggle. It’s a blueprint for neglect, not success—and North Carolinians are paying the price. #ncpol
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
📬 What’s new in Raleigh? Every week, The Batch Brief delivers updates from the legislature, spotlights from across the state, and stories you won’t see anywhere else. If you care about what’s happening in North Carolina — this is for you. 👇
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The Batch Brief (April 11, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
Another edition of The Batch Brief is out now! If you want to know what’s happening at the NC General Assembly — and how it affects your community — this is your weekly read. ✅ Quick updates ✅ Clear takeaways ✅ Straight from the source Check it out here →
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The Batch Brief (April 11, 2025)
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
This week, Leader Batch joined the NC Realtors Association to talk about what’s at stake in the fight for affordable, accessible housing. Every North Carolinian deserves a safe place to call home—and the path there starts with smart policy. #ncpol
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Leader Sydney Batch is honored to help lead North Carolina’s new Council on Student Safety & Well-Being. Every kid deserves to feel safe at school and free to focus on learning—and she’s ready to get to work to make that true in every classroom. #ncpol governor.nc.gov/news/press-r...
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Paid leave is about freedom: 🍼 Freedom to be there when a baby is born 🛏️ Freedom to sit beside a hospital bed 💔 Freedom to grieve without losing your job That’s the future we’re fighting for. #ncpol #FreedomToCare
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Sen. Sydney Batch @friendsforbatch.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
No one should have to choose between a paycheck and their family. Yet 79% of workers in North Carolina don’t have access to paid family leave. That’s over 4 million people. Our laws must treat caregiving as a shared responsibility—not a personal burden. It’s time to act. #ncpol #PaidLeaveWorks
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